For fantasy football Week 7 in the 2025 NFL season, here are some key "start em, sit em" recommendations:

Quarterbacks to Start

• Jared Goff (Detroit Lions vs. Buccaneers): Goff has a strong matchup against a vulnerable Buccaneers secondary, making him a solid start with a high ceiling.

• Jayden Daniels (Commanders vs. Cowboys): Daniels faces a Cowboys defense that struggles, making him a recommended start.

• Dillon Gabriel (Browns vs. Dolphins): Gabriel faces a weaker Dolphins pass defense and could have a breakout game.

Quarterbacks to Sit

• Sam Darnold (Seahawks vs. Texans): Expected to have a tough game.

• Other QBs like Matthew Stafford, Jordan Love, C.J. Stroud, Mac Jones, Justin Fields, young rookies, and rookies with difficult matchups are also suggested for sitting.

Running Backs to Start

• Players like Rhamondre Stevenson (for Patriots), Jaylen Warren, and Chase Brown are noted to have favorable matchups or roles.

• Avoid running backs facing tough defenses or committees like Pollard, Vidal, and others mentioned in the sit lists.

Running Backs to Sit

• Kimani Vidal, Tony Pollard, and others facing difficult defensive matchups or limited offensive roles are advised to sit.

Wide Receivers to Start

• Recommended wide receivers include A.J. Brown, Justin Jefferson, Deebo Samuel, Metcalf, Tee Higgins, Jameson Williams, and others with strong matchups or roles.

Wide Receivers to Sit

• Avoid receivers facing strong defensive coverage or in committees.

This guidance is based on matchup analysis, player roles, and recent performance trends to help in fantasy lineup decisions for Week 7.