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Should I start Dontayvion Wicks or Jalen Royals this week? Week 7 Standard (2026)

THE FF CALL

Start Jalen Royals

+3.2 projected edge ยท Standard

Start Jalen Royals over Dontayvion Wicks for Week 7 Standard: 3.2 projected points versus 0.0.

  • Dontayvion Wicks: OUT; 3.5 FP recent scoring average; 6.25% matchup lift against DAL.
  • Jalen Royals: 1.2 FP recent scoring average; 7.5% matchup reduction against SEA.

Forecast updated ยท Standard

Jalen Royals
Why this pick?

Jalen Royals

Fortified3.2
ESPN4.5
Sleeper3.6
FantasyProsโ€”

Jalen Royals faces SEA in Week 7. Recent scoring average: 1.2 fantasy points. The position-specific defensive matchup adjusts the forecast down 7.5%.

Dontayvion Wicks

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

Dontayvion Wicks faces DAL in Week 7. Recent scoring average: 3.5 fantasy points. The position-specific defensive matchup adjusts the forecast up 6.25%. OUT

Jalen Royals projects for 3.2 points in standard scoring, 3.2 more than Dontayvion Wicks. This is a projection-based recommendation, not a guarantee. Verify the latest injury report and active status before kickoff.

Updated Oct 25, 2026, 1:28 PM ET. Projections can change before kickoff.

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