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FanDuel Daily Fantasy projections, Week 7: Running backs
The usual suspects sit at the top of the fantasy predictions this week, but which cheaper player could be worth a look?
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Here are the fantasy projections for Week 7:
Top tier
Devonta Freeman is just unstoppable right now. He gets a Tennessee Titans defense coming in cold after giving up a big game to Miami Dolphins running back Lamar Miller. Expect the Falcons to use him a ton. Le'Veon Bell is sitting right at the top yet again and gets a solid matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs. He's not a must-play or anything, but he's a very nice cash-game play. Adrian Peterson and Marshawn Lynch are also two very high-floor players.
Bargains
While he's not a bargain at $7,400, Todd Gurley is basically a must-play. He is going to get a ton of carries against one of the worst rushing defenses against the Cleveland Browns. If you play in a cash game, you can expect him to have a high own percentage, but it should be worth it. Latavius Murray also has a lot of value against the San Diego Chargers.
Elite players with sub-par matchups
After a slow start, Doug Martin has been a solid guy for fantasy owners. However, Washington has been a tough defense to run on this season. Frank Gore, LeGarrette Blount and Joseph Randle look like guys you should dismiss right away this week.
