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Should I start Kaelon Black or Malik Washington this week? Week 7 Standard (2026)

THE FF CALL

Start Malik Washington

+1.9 projected edge ยท Standard

Start Malik Washington over Kaelon Black for Week 7 Standard: 6.4 projected points versus 4.5.

  • Kaelon Black: 2.2 FP recent scoring average.
  • Malik Washington: 6.5 FP recent scoring average.

Forecast updated ยท Standard

Malik Washington
Why this pick?

Malik Washington

Fortified6.4
ESPN6.3
Sleeper6.0
FantasyProsโ€”

Malik Washington faces NYJ in Week 7. Recent scoring average: 6.5 fantasy points.

Kaelon Black

Fortified4.5
ESPN5.7
Sleeper4.5
FantasyProsโ€”

Kaelon Black faces ATL in Week 7. Recent scoring average: 2.2 fantasy points.

Malik Washington projects for 6.4 points in standard scoring, 1.9 more than Kaelon Black. This is a projection-based recommendation, not a guarantee. Verify the latest injury report and active status before kickoff.

Updated Oct 25, 2026, 11:20 AM ET. Projections can change before kickoff.

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