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Should I start HOU D/ST or LAR D/ST this week? Week 7 PPR (2026)

THE FF CALL

Start HOU D/ST

+2.8 projected edge ยท PPR

Start HOU D/ST over LAR D/ST for Week 7 PPR: 7.7 projected points versus 4.9.

  • HOU D/ST: 5.3 FP recent scoring average.
  • LAR D/ST: 2.7 FP recent scoring average; 1.25% matchup reduction against LV.

Forecast updated ยท PPR

HOU D/ST
Why this pick?

HOU D/ST

Fortified7.7
ESPN7.7
Sleeper8.2
FantasyProsโ€”

HOU D/ST faces NYG in Week 7. Recent scoring average: 5.3 fantasy points.

LAR D/ST

Fortified4.9
ESPN5.7
Sleeper5.4
FantasyProsโ€”

LAR D/ST faces LV in Week 7. Recent scoring average: 2.7 fantasy points. The position-specific defensive matchup adjusts the forecast down 1.25%.

HOU D/ST projects for 7.7 points in PPR scoring, 2.8 more than LAR D/ST. 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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