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Should I start Colby Parkinson or Ian Thomas this week? Week 7 Standard (2026)

THE FF CALL

Start Colby Parkinson

+3.9 projected edge ยท Standard

Start Colby Parkinson over Ian Thomas for Week 7 Standard: 4.9 projected points versus 1.0.

  • Colby Parkinson: 4.7 FP recent scoring average; 3.75% matchup lift against LV.
  • Ian Thomas: 3.4 FP recent scoring average; 8.75% matchup reduction against LAR.

Forecast updated ยท Standard

Colby Parkinson
Why this pick?

Colby Parkinson

Fortified4.9
ESPN5.3
Sleeper4.0
FantasyProsโ€”

Colby Parkinson faces LV in Week 7. Recent scoring average: 4.7 fantasy points. The position-specific defensive matchup adjusts the forecast up 3.75%.

Ian Thomas

Fortified1.0
ESPN0.7
Sleeper0.3
FantasyProsโ€”

Ian Thomas faces LAR in Week 7. Recent scoring average: 3.4 fantasy points. The position-specific defensive matchup adjusts the forecast down 8.75%.

Colby Parkinson projects for 4.9 points in standard scoring, 3.9 more than Ian Thomas. This is a projection-based recommendation, not a guarantee. Verify the latest injury report and active status before kickoff.

Updated Oct 25, 2026, 12:16 PM ET. Projections can change before kickoff.

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