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Should I start Alec Pierce or Dalton Schultz this week? Week 7 Standard (2026)

THE FF CALL

Start Dalton Schultz

+4.5 projected edge ยท Standard

Start Dalton Schultz over Alec Pierce for Week 7 Standard: 4.5 projected points versus 0.0.

  • Alec Pierce: IR; 3.75% matchup reduction against MIN.
  • Dalton Schultz: 2.4 FP recent scoring average.

Forecast updated ยท Standard

Dalton Schultz
Why this pick?

Dalton Schultz

Fortified4.5
ESPN4.8
Sleeper4.8
FantasyProsโ€”

Dalton Schultz faces NYG in Week 7. Recent scoring average: 2.4 fantasy points.

Alec Pierce

Fortified0.0
ESPN0.0
Sleeper0.0
FantasyProsโ€”

Alec Pierce faces MIN in Week 7. The position-specific defensive matchup adjusts the forecast down 3.75%. IR

Dalton Schultz projects for 4.5 points in standard scoring, 4.5 more than Alec Pierce. 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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