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Should I start DJ Herman or Khalil Herbert this week? Week 7 PPR (2026)

THE FF CALL

Start Khalil Herbert

+2.8 projected edge ยท PPR

Start Khalil Herbert over DJ Herman for Week 7 PPR: 3.9 projected points versus 1.1.

  • DJ Herman: 0.0 FP recent scoring average.
  • Khalil Herbert: 1.25% matchup lift against SF.

Forecast updated ยท PPR

Khalil Herbert
Why this pick?

Khalil Herbert

Fortified3.9
ESPN4.2
Sleeper3.5
FantasyProsโ€”

Khalil Herbert faces SF in Week 7. The position-specific defensive matchup adjusts the forecast up 1.25%.

DJ Herman

Fortified1.1
ESPNโ€”
Sleeper1.1
FantasyProsโ€”

DJ Herman faces NYJ in Week 7. Recent scoring average: 0.0 fantasy points.

Khalil Herbert projects for 3.9 points in PPR scoring, 2.8 more than DJ Herman. This is a projection-based recommendation, not a guarantee. Verify the latest injury report and active status before kickoff.

Updated Oct 25, 2026, 9:38 AM ET. Projections can change before kickoff.

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