Should I start HOU D/ST or MIN D/ST in Week 7 (2026)?
The projection call
Projected edge: MIN D/ST
MIN D/ST projects for 10.3 points in standard scoring, 2.6 more than HOU D/ST. This is a projection-based recommendation, not a guarantee. Verify the latest injury report and active status before kickoff.
DST · HOU
HOU D/ST
7.7 projected FP
Standard · Fortified Fantasy projection
Inside the FF projection
Recent form: 5.3 FP · 8% weight Defense adjustment: 0% Advanced metrics: No qualified signal
FantasyPros
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ESPN
7.7
Sleeper
8.2
vs NYG
Kickoff ·
DST · MIN
MIN D/ST
10.3 projected FP
Standard · Fortified Fantasy projection
Inside the FF projection
Recent form: 11.5 FP · 0% weight Defense adjustment: +1.25% Advanced metrics: No qualified signal
FantasyPros
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ESPN
10.2
Sleeper
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vs IND
Kickoff ·
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The point gap is the reason for this projection lean. It does not guarantee which player will score more. Confirm active status, kickoff time and your league’s scoring. This page does not include verified late injury or weather updates.
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