Fantasy football 2018, Week 7 rankings: Who to start and sit

By Jon Dove | Oct 17, 2018

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - OCTOBER 14: Indianapolis Colts quarterback Andrew Luck (12) prior to the National Football League Game between the New York Jets and the Indianapolis Colts on October 14, 2018 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ. (Photo by Rich Graessle/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) /

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CLEVELAND, OH – OCTOBER 07: Carlos Hyde #34 of the Cleveland Browns runs the ball in the first half against the Baltimore Ravens at FirstEnergy Stadium on October 7, 2018 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images) /

Start: Carlos Hyde, Cleveland Browns

@ Tampa Bay Buccaneers

The Cleveland Browns have stuck with Carlos Hyde despite some struggles early. However, he has provided with a reliable option with some potential. The Browns are just starting to learn how to win and Hyde will be an important factor if they hope to see that continue.

This week the Browns face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers who have struggled in all phases of defense. They especially struggle shutting down the pass, but that has forced them to pull defenders out of the box.

Look for the Browns to employ a balanced attack as the look to keep pace with the high scoring Buccaneers offense.

Sit: Sony Michel, New England Patriots

@ Chicago Bears

Despite a hiccup last week against the Miami Dolphins, the Chicago Bears have been of the more stout defenses in the league. They have been especially tough against the run. Chicago features a powerful defensive line paired with explosive linebackers.

The New England Patriots are one of the more game plan specific teams in the NFL. Josh McDaniels doesn’t hesitate to dramatically adjust his game plan depending on his opponents strengths.

This strikes me as a game where James White gets a lot more touches than Michel. White’s ability as a pass catcher is something the Patriots can easily utilize.

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