Fantasy football week 7 is here, and the tight end position is a minefield! Navigating the start 'em, sit 'em decisions can make or break your week. This isn't about the superstars like Travis Kelce; instead, we're diving deep into the players who could be your secret weapon – or your downfall. Remember to check my weekly player rankings, updated daily throughout the 2025 NFL season, for the final word before kickoff.
Here's a quick look at some of the top tight ends to consider, and those you might want to bench this week:
- Trey McBride vs. Packers
- Jake Ferguson vs. Commanders
- George Kittle vs. Falcons
- Tyler Warren at Chargers
- Sam LaPorta vs. Buccaneers (Mon.)
- Travis Kelce vs. Raiders
- Dallas Goedert at Vikings
- Tucker Kraft at Cardinals
- Michael Mayer at Chiefs
- Harold Fannin Jr. vs. Dolphins
For the complete Week 7 tight end rankings, you can find more details.
Benched this week: Texans, Vikings
Start of the Week:
- Tucker Kraft vs. Cardinals (4:25 p.m. ET, Fox): Kraft, who was a 'start 'em' last week, proved his worth with a touchdown and 12.3 points against the Bengals. I'd keep him in your lineups this week, as he has a favorable matchup against the Cardinals. Their pass defense has struggled, allowing four tight ends to score 12 or more points. Expect another solid performance from Kraft.
Start 'Em:
Dallas Goedert at Vikings (1 p.m. ET, Fox): Goedert has been a fantasy force this season, averaging nearly 16 points per game. In a thin tight end landscape, he's a must-start. This week, he faces the Vikings, who have given up double digits to three different tight ends since Week 3. Goedert should be considered a top-10 tight end this week.
Harold Fannin Jr. vs. Dolphins (1 p.m. ET, CBS): Fannin Jr. exploded last week, catching seven passes for 81 yards. With 66 offensive snaps due to David Njoku's injury, Fannin Jr. is a promising fantasy play against the Dolphins. Their defense has allowed four tight ends, including three rookies, to score double digits.
Mason Taylor vs. Panthers (1 p.m. ET, Fox): After a disappointing performance last week, Taylor still has a good matchup against Carolina. Their defense has allowed five tight ends to score 9.9 or more points in 2025.
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Sit of the Week:
- T.J. Hockenson vs. Eagles (1 p.m. ET, Fox): Despite his name recognition, Hockenson has been held to single digits in four out of five games. Facing an Eagles defense that's allowed double digits to only two tight ends, temper your expectations if you start him.
Sit 'Em:
Kyle Pitts Sr. at 49ers (8:20 p.m. ET, NBC): Pitts Sr. continues to disappoint, with under eight points in three of his last four games. His targets have also decreased in the last three games, making him a risky start against the Niners.
Hunter Henry at Titans (1 p.m. ET, CBS): Henry has had two rough weeks, with his targets dropping in his last three games. Beware of the Titans, who have allowed only one tight end to score more than 9.1 fantasy points this season.
A.J. Barner vs. Texans (Mon. 10 p.m. ET, ESPN): Barner has been consistent, scoring 10 or more points in three straight games. But, he faces a tough Texans team this week. Houston has allowed only one tight end to score more than 8.3 points in their first four games.
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So, what do you think? Are you starting or sitting any of these tight ends this week? Let me know in the comments if you agree or disagree with these picks! Also, which sleepers do you have your eye on?
