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Should I start Darren Waller or Michael Carter this week? Week 7 Standard (2026)

THE FF CALL

Start Darren Waller

+3.7 projected edge ยท Standard

Start Darren Waller over Michael Carter for Week 7 Standard: 3.8 projected points versus 0.1.

  • Darren Waller: 1.8 FP recent scoring average.
  • Michael Carter: 0.0 FP recent scoring average; 6.25% matchup reduction against CLE.

Forecast updated ยท Standard

Darren Waller
Why this pick?

Darren Waller

Fortified3.8
ESPN3.6
Sleeper4.9
FantasyProsโ€”

Darren Waller faces TB in Week 7. Recent scoring average: 1.8 fantasy points.

Michael Carter

Fortified0.1
ESPNโ€”
Sleeper0.1
FantasyProsโ€”

Michael Carter faces CLE in Week 7. Recent scoring average: 0.0 fantasy points. The position-specific defensive matchup adjusts the forecast down 6.25%.

Darren Waller projects for 3.8 points in standard scoring, 3.7 more than Michael Carter. This is a projection-based recommendation, not a guarantee. Verify the latest injury report and active status before kickoff.

Updated Oct 25, 2026, 10:42 AM ET. Projections can change before kickoff.

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