Week 7 of the NFL Season is here, and it presents some challenges for fantasy players. There are six teams on a bye—the Bengals, Cowboys, Titans, Panthers, Jets and Texans—which means every game counts. Let’s dive into this week’s matchup.

The Jaguars are 4-2 and in a great position to take control in the AFC South. The team has won three straight, with a Week 6 win over the Colts giving them a season sweep. The Saints, meanwhile, have used a stout defense and an up-and-down offense to get to a 3-3 record. The battle for the NFC South is tight, so the Saints need wins to keep pace.

For fantasy, Trevor Lawrence is dealing with a knee injury but figures to play Thursday night. Still, I have him as a QB2. I like Travis Etienne, who is having a solid season. He’s an RB1 for me this week. I also like Christian Kirk and Calvin Ridley. Both have WR2 potential, especially with Lawrence, while Evan Engram is a low-end TE1. I don’t think Zay Jones plays, but even if he does, he’s a low-end play. He might get a touchdown to make his day but that’s not a sure bet.

For the Saints, Derek Carr has had a middling season. He’s a low-end QB2, but with only 26 teams playing you might need him in Superflex. Chris Olave is dealing with a toe injury, so watch his availability. If he goes, I’m playing him as a WR2. Michael Thomas is more of a WR4, while Rasheed Shahid is a boom-or-bust WR/Flex option. Juwan Johnson is still dealing with an injury, so even if he plays, I’m staying away. I do like Alvin Kamara as an RB1, especially with his passing game work.

Now, on to the Week 7 picks.

NFL Picks, Week 7

Jaguars Over Saints
Raiders Over Bears
Browns Over Colts
Bills Over Patriots
Giants Over Commanders
Buccaneers Over Falcons
Lions Over Ravens
Rams Over Steelers
Seahawks Over Cardinals
Broncos Over Packers
Chiefs Over Chargers
Eagles Over Dolphins
49ers Over Vikings

Last Week: 9-6
Season: 58-35

Matthew Fox is a graduate of the Radio, Television and Film program at Biola University, and a giant nerd. He spends his free time watching movies, TV, and obsessing about football. He is a member of the FSWA. You can find him @knighthawk7734 on Twitter and as co-host of the Fantasy Football Roundtable Podcast.