NFL Week 7 Power Rankings: New Leader Emerges, Top-10 Shakeup Highlights Fantasy Stars

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NFL Week 7 Power Rankings: New Leader Emerges, Top-10 Shakeup Highlights Fantasy Stars

The NFL Week 7 Power Rankings see a significant shakeup, with a new leader emerging as key players impact their teams. Following Week 6, where major shifts occurred in the standings, the rankings reflect both team performance and fantasy football implications.

NFL Week 7 Power Rankings

1. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (5-1)

The Buccaneers have climbed to the top after defeating the San Francisco 49ers 30-19. Baker Mayfield has been a standout, currently ranking 11th in fantasy points, averaging 20.89 per game. Despite missing several key players, including Mike Evans and Chris Godwin, Mayfield has showed resilience.

  • Next Game: vs. Detroit Lions, Monday, 7 p.m. ET

2. Los Angeles Rams (4-2)

After a 17-3 win against the Ravens, the Rams have moved up in the rankings. Puka Nacua is performing well despite an ankle injury, averaging 23.13 fantasy points per game.

  • Next Game: vs. Jacksonville Jaguars, Sunday, 9:30 a.m. ET

3. Indianapolis Colts (5-1)

The Colts secured their best start since 2009 by defeating the Cardinals 31-27. Jonathan Taylor showcased his skills, rushing for 123 yards and a touchdown, ranking fourth in fantasy scoring with 24.17 points per game.

  • Next Game: vs. Los Angeles Chargers, Sunday, 4:05 p.m. ET

4. Green Bay Packers (3-1-1)

The Packers beat the Bengals 27-18, with Romeo Doubs leading the receiving corps, ranking 77th in fantasy points at 13.08 per game. He has emerged as a crucial target.

  • Next Game: vs. Arizona Cardinals, Sunday, 4:25 p.m. ET

5. Kansas City Chiefs (3-3)

The Chiefs bounced back with a 30-17 victory over the Lions. Patrick Mahomes shone, ranking third in fantasy scoring with 24.46 points per game.

  • Next Game: vs. Las Vegas Raiders, Sunday, 1 p.m. ET

6. Detroit Lions (4-2)

After losing to the Chiefs, the Lions are looking to recover. Amon-Ra St. Brown remains a top fantasy scorer, placing ninth with an average of 21.02 points.

  • Next Game: vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Monday, 7 p.m. ET

7. Denver Broncos (4-2)

The Broncos defeated the Jets 13-11, showcasing a strong defense that allows the fewest yards per play in the NFL.

  • Next Game: vs. New York Giants, Sunday, 4:05 p.m. ET

8. Philadelphia Eagles (4-2)

After a loss to the Giants, the Eagles seek improvement. A.J. Brown has struggled, ranking 128th in fantasy scoring, averaging just 9.73 points per game.

  • Next Game: vs. Minnesota Vikings, Sunday, 1 p.m. ET

9. Seattle Seahawks (4-2)

The Seahawks edged out the Jaguars 20-12, with Sam Darnold showing improvement in fantasy scoring.

  • Next Game: vs. Houston Texans, Monday, 10 p.m. ET

10. Jacksonville Jaguars (4-2)

Despite a loss to Seattle, rookie Travis Hunter is still a player to watch, although his fantasy numbers have been disappointing.

  • Next Game: vs. Los Angeles Rams, Sunday, 9:30 a.m. ET

As we progress through the NFL season, these rankings not only reflect team standings but also highlight key fantasy football performances to monitor.