Fantasy football Week 7: Start C.J. Stroud, Aaron Rodgers and Woody Marks, sit Patrick Mahomes and Kyler Murray

The analyst projects the Houston Texans to dominate the New York Giants, making quarterback C.J. Stroud a strong start candidate as the team targets a high scoring total. Aaron Rodgers is also recommended as a starter for the Pittsburgh Steelers, who are favored against the New Orleans Saints and have a high pass-rate over expectation.

"The books really love the Steelers this week, and for good reason," the analyst notes. Patrick Mahomes is listed as a sit, with concerns about the Seattle Seahawks' defensive limits on short passes and the absence of a key receiver. Kyler Murray receives a similar sit recommendation due to the Minnesota Vikings' low offensive efficiency and limited passing volume. For running backs, Woody Marks is a start for the Texans, citing his heavy snap share and involvement in both rushing and passing plays against a vulnerable Giants defense. J.K. Dobbins is also a start for the Denver Broncos, benefiting from a favorable matchup with the Arizona Cardinals. Kendre Miller and Tyler Allgeier are advised to sit because of reduced workload expectations. At wide receiver, Germie Bernard is a start for the Steelers after a recent high-target performance and a game-winning touchdown. Carnell Tate is recommended for the Tennessee Titans, noting his high target and air-yard shares. Jordan Addison and Jaylen Waddle are listed as sits due to limited production and unfavorable quarterback matchups. Tight end recommendations include a start for Tyler Higbee of the Los Angeles Rams, who saw increased route participation, and a start for rookie Tucker Kraft with the Green Bay Packers, who face a defense that allows many points to opposing tight ends. Harold Fannin and Travis Kelce are advised to sit because of declining target shares. The analyst emphasizes that matchups, target shares and team offensive trends drive the Week 7 start-sit decisions.