Fantasy Football Week 7 Rankings: Top Flex Play Rankings/Projections
Brandon Lloyd at the Dallas Cowboys
It's a case of good news, bad news for Brandon Lloyd, as the Rams traded for him on Monday.
The good news is he reunites with old head coach Josh McDaniels and will play in the offensive system that gave him so much success a year ago.
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The bad news is quarterback Sam Bradford has a high ankle sprain, and even if Bradford plays this week, he won't have much time to work with Lloyd in practice.
All that said, I would still look to Lloyd as a WR3 option this week since the Rams will be throwing the football often in Dallas, and because Lloyd understands the offensive scheme, he will be starting right away.
Lloyd is clearly better than the other receivers on this team, and I wouldn't be surprised if he leads the Rams in targets weekly.
Montario Hardesty vs. the Seattle Seahawks
With Peyton Hillis all but announced out with a hamstring injury this week, Montario Hardesty will be the Browns' main option in the running game.
In years' past fantasy owners would consider a matchup against the Seahawks an opportunity for a big day, but Seattle has a stout front line and will give Hardesty problems.
That said, Hardesty is a talented running back, and with a full workload, I expect him to see more than 20 touches since the Browns play this game at home. While Seattle played well in New York, they have a history of struggling on the road, so look for Cleveland to keep this game close—and that should make Hardesty a respectable flex play this week.
Maurice Morris vs. the Atlanta Falcons
Starting tailback Jahvid Best suffered another concussion against the 49ers, an issue that has been problematic dating back to his time in college.
While it remains to be seen if Best will play this week, look to Maurice Morris as the starter should Best miss time. Morris is nothing more than a flex play this week, but he's had success in the past, so if you're desperate for help, get Morris in the lineup, should he start.
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