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Should I start Emmett Johnson or Velus Jones Jr. this week? Week 7 PPR (2026)

THE FF CALL

Start Emmett Johnson

+2.3 projected edge ยท PPR

Start Emmett Johnson over Velus Jones Jr. for Week 7 PPR: 4.5 projected points versus 2.2.

  • Emmett Johnson: 3.2 FP recent scoring average.
  • Velus Jones Jr.: 1.0 FP recent scoring average; 10% matchup reduction against KC.

Forecast updated ยท PPR

Emmett Johnson
Why this pick?

Emmett Johnson

Fortified4.5
ESPN5.3
Sleeper3.8
FantasyProsโ€”

Emmett Johnson faces SEA in Week 7. Recent scoring average: 3.2 fantasy points.

Velus Jones Jr.

Fortified2.2
ESPN3.1
Sleeper1.8
FantasyProsโ€”

Velus Jones Jr. faces KC in Week 7. Recent scoring average: 1.0 fantasy points. The position-specific defensive matchup adjusts the forecast down 10%.

Emmett Johnson projects for 4.5 points in PPR scoring, 2.3 more than Velus Jones Jr.. This is a projection-based recommendation, not a guarantee. Verify the latest injury report and active status before kickoff.

Updated Oct 25, 2026, 1:12 PM ET. Projections can change before kickoff.

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