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Should I start Jalen Royals or Sione Vaki this week? Week 7 PPR (2026)

THE FF CALL

Start Jalen Royals

+1.2 projected edge ยท PPR

Start Jalen Royals over Sione Vaki for Week 7 PPR: 5.4 projected points versus 4.2.

  • Jalen Royals: 2.2 FP recent scoring average; 7.5% matchup reduction against SEA.
  • Sione Vaki: 1.9 FP recent scoring average; 7.5% matchup lift against GB.

Forecast updated ยท PPR

Jalen Royals
Why this pick?

Jalen Royals

Fortified5.4
ESPN7.2
Sleeper6.4
FantasyProsโ€”

Jalen Royals faces SEA in Week 7. Recent scoring average: 2.2 fantasy points. The position-specific defensive matchup adjusts the forecast down 7.5%.

Sione Vaki

Fortified4.2
ESPN4.4
Sleeper4.5
FantasyProsโ€”

Sione Vaki faces GB in Week 7. Recent scoring average: 1.9 fantasy points. The position-specific defensive matchup adjusts the forecast up 7.5%.

Jalen Royals projects for 5.4 points in PPR scoring, 1.2 more than Sione Vaki. This is a projection-based recommendation, not a guarantee. Verify the latest injury report and active status before kickoff.

Updated Oct 25, 2026, 11:01 AM ET. Projections can change before kickoff.

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