About Our Ads Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement If you are in a fantasy league without kickers, you were spared from some chaos this week. It seemed like the majority of the NFL's kickers missed at least one kick, meaning there were fantasy matchups decided because of the kickers.
Besides kickers, it was a weird week for tight ends. On National Tight Ends Day, Giants' tight end Isaiah Likely had his worst day of the season after being the No. 1 tight end in fantasy through the first six weeks. Sam LaPorta with the Detroit Lions only had one reception while Davis Allen with the Los Angeles Rams, who is rostered in 0% of ESPN leagues, had two touchdowns.
Week 8 is another week of bye weeks with the Houston Texans, New Orleans Saints, New York Giants and San Francisco 49ers all on bye. This is most important at the tight end position as all four teams have viable tight end options. Three out of four teams also have good receivers. But, at least it gives the 49ers' players time to get healthy for the rest of the fantasy season.
Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver Rome Odunze (15) is tackled by the New England Patriots at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images (Matt Marton, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver Luther Burden III (10) runs for a touchdown against the New England Patriots at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images (Patrick Gorski, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears tight end Colston Loveland (84) celebrates after place kicker Cairo Santos (8) makes a field goal against the New England Patriots during the second half at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images (Patrick Gorski, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears linebacker D'Marco Jackson (48) celebrates with teammates after making an interception against the New England Patriots at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images (Patrick Gorski, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears running back D'Andre Swift (4) runs the ball against the New England Patriots during the fourth quarter at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images (Patrick Gorski, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA;New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye (10) is tackled by Chicago Bears linebacker Devin Bush (12) during the second half at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images (Matt Marton, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) passes against New England Patriots linebacker Robert Spillane (14) during the fourth quarter at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images (Patrick Gorski, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) looks to pass against the New England Patriots during the fourth quarter at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images (Patrick Gorski, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver Luther Burden III (10) runs for a touchdown against the New England Patriots at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images (Patrick Gorski, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears running back D'Andre Swift (4) runs off the field after the game against the New England Patriots at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images (Patrick Gorski, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears linebacker D'Marco Jackson (48) celebrates making an interception against the New England Patriots at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images (Patrick Gorski, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears place kicker Cairo Santos (8) kicks an extra point against the New England Patriots at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images (Matt Marton, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) runs the ball against the New England Patriots during the third quarter at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images (Patrick Gorski, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye (10) and Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) hug after the game at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images (Patrick Gorski, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears tight end Colston Loveland (84) is tackled by New England Patriots safety Jaylen Reed (23) during the third quarter at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images (Patrick Gorski, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) scrambles against New England Patriots linebacker Christian Elliss (53) during the fourth quarter at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images (Patrick Gorski, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears place kicker Cairo Santos (8) celebrates with teammates after making a field goal against the New England Patriots during the second half at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images (Patrick Gorski, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson looks on during the first half against the New England Patriots at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images (Patrick Gorski, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; New England Patriots tight end Eli Raridon (82) runs the ball agisnt Chicago Bears linebacker D'Marco Jackson (48) during the first half cat Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images (Patrick Gorski, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver Luther Burden III (10) scores a touchdown against the New England Patriots during the first half at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images (Matt Marton, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson looks on prior to the game against the New England Patriots at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images (Patrick Gorski, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears tight end Colston Loveland (84) takes the field prior to the game against the New England Patriots at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images (Patrick Gorski, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears tight end Cole Kmet (85) takes the field prior to the game against the New England Patriots at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images (Patrick Gorski, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver Kalif Raymond (14) takes the field prior to the game against the New England Patriots at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images (Patrick Gorski, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver Luther Burden III (10) takes the field prior to the game against the New England Patriots at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images (Patrick Gorski, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver Luther Burden III (10) takes the field prior to the game against the New England Patriots at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images (Patrick Gorski, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver Rome Odunze (15) takes the field prior to the game against the New England Patriots at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images (Patrick Gorski, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) takes the field prior to the game against the New England Patriots at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images (Patrick Gorski, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Mike Ditka is remembered prior to the game between New England Patriots and Chicago Bears at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images (Patrick Gorski, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears defensive line Grady Jarrett (50) celebrates with teammates after making a stop against the New England Patriots on fourth down during the first quarter at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images (Patrick Gorski, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; New England Patriots running back TreVeyon Henderson (32) runs the ball against Chicago Bears defensive back Kyler Gordon (6) during the first quarter at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images (Matt Marton, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) fakes handing off the ball off to running back D'Andre Swift (4) against the New England Patriots during the first quarter at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images (Patrick Gorski, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears kicker Cairo Santos (8) makes a field goal against the New England Patriots during the first quarter at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images (Patrick Gorski, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) passes against the New England Patriots during the first half at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images (Patrick Gorski, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears running back D'Andre Swift (4) runs for a touchdown against the New England Patriots during the first half at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images (Patrick Gorski, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears running back D'Andre Swift (4) celebrates with teammates after scoring a touchdown against the New England Patriots during the first quarter at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images (Matt Marton, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears linebacker Devin Bush (12) and linebacker Noah Sewell (44) tackle New England Patriots running back TreVeyon Henderson (32) during the second half at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images (Patrick Gorski, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye (10) is sacked by Chicago Bears linebacker D'Marco Jackson (48) and cornerback Clark Phillips III (20) at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images (Matt Marton, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson talks with an official during the first half against the New England Patriots at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images (Patrick Gorski, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears linebacker D'Marco Jackson (48) celebrates making an interception against the New England Patriots at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images (Patrick Gorski, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) 1 / 40 Photos from Bears' statement win over the Patriots in Week 7 Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver Rome Odunze (15) is tackled by the New England Patriots at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images (Matt Marton, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) 1 / 40 Photos from Bears' statement win over the Patriots in Week 7 Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver Rome Odunze (15) is tackled by the New England Patriots at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images (Matt Marton, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) 2 / 40 Caleb Williams has been perfect targeting Bears WR Luther Burden Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver Luther Burden III (10) runs for a touchdown against the New England Patriots at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images (Patrick Gorski, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) 3 / 40 Photos from Bears' statement win over the Patriots in Week 7 Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears tight end Colston Loveland (84) celebrates after place kicker Cairo Santos (8) makes a field goal against the New England Patriots during the second half at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images (Patrick Gorski, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) 4 / 40 Photos from Bears' statement win over the Patriots in Week 7 Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears linebacker D'Marco Jackson (48) celebrates with teammates after making an interception against the New England Patriots at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images (Patrick Gorski, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) 5 / 40 5 most important plays from Bears win over Patriots Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears running back D'Andre Swift (4) runs the ball against the New England Patriots during the fourth quarter at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images (Patrick Gorski, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) 6 / 40 Photos from Bears' statement win over the Patriots in Week 7 Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA;New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye (10) is tackled by Chicago Bears linebacker Devin Bush (12) during the second half at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images (Matt Marton, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) 7 / 40 Photos from Bears' statement win over the Patriots in Week 7 Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) passes against New England Patriots linebacker Robert Spillane (14) during the fourth quarter at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images (Patrick Gorski, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) 8 / 40 7 takeaways from the Bears' statement win over the Patriots Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) looks to pass against the New England Patriots during the fourth quarter at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images (Patrick Gorski, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) 9 / 40 Ben Johnson discusses what makes Bears WR Luther Burden such a threat Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver Luther Burden III (10) runs for a touchdown against the New England Patriots at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images (Patrick Gorski, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) 10 / 40 Photos from Bears' statement win over the Patriots in Week 7 Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears running back D'Andre Swift (4) runs off the field after the game against the New England Patriots at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images (Patrick Gorski, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) 11 / 40 Photos from Bears' statement win over the Patriots in Week 7 Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears linebacker D'Marco Jackson (48) celebrates making an interception against the New England Patriots at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images (Patrick Gorski, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) 12 / 40 7 takeaways from the Bears' statement win over the Patriots Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears place kicker Cairo Santos (8) kicks an extra point against the New England Patriots at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images (Matt Marton, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) 13 / 40 Photos from Bears' statement win over the Patriots in Week 7 Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) runs the ball against the New England Patriots during the third quarter at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images (Patrick Gorski, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) 14 / 40 Bears-Patriots Week 7 matchup made history on Thursday Night Football Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye (10) and Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) hug after the game at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images (Patrick Gorski, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) 15 / 40 Photos from Bears' statement win over the Patriots in Week 7 Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears tight end Colston Loveland (84) is tackled by New England Patriots safety Jaylen Reed (23) during the third quarter at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images (Patrick Gorski, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) 16 / 40 Photos from Bears' statement win over the Patriots in Week 7 Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) scrambles against New England Patriots linebacker Christian Elliss (53) during the fourth quarter at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images (Patrick Gorski, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) 17 / 40 Photos from Bears' statement win over the Patriots in Week 7 Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears place kicker Cairo Santos (8) celebrates with teammates after making a field goal against the New England Patriots during the second half at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images (Patrick Gorski, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) 18 / 40 Ben Johnson sounds off on Bears TE Cole Kmet's season-ending injury Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson looks on during the first half against the New England Patriots at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images (Patrick Gorski, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) 19 / 40 Photos from Bears' statement win over the Patriots in Week 7 Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; New England Patriots tight end Eli Raridon (82) runs the ball agisnt Chicago Bears linebacker D'Marco Jackson (48) during the first half cat Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images (Patrick Gorski, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) 20 / 40 Photos from Bears' statement win over the Patriots in Week 7 Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver Luther Burden III (10) scores a touchdown against the New England Patriots during the first half at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images (Matt Marton, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) 21 / 40 Ben Johnson got honest about Bears defense's execution vs. Patriots Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson looks on prior to the game against the New England Patriots at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images (Patrick Gorski, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) 22 / 40 Photos from Bears' statement win over the Patriots in Week 7 Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears tight end Colston Loveland (84) takes the field prior to the game against the New England Patriots at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images (Patrick Gorski, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) 23 / 40 7 takeaways from the Bears' statement win over the Patriots Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears tight end Cole Kmet (85) takes the field prior to the game against the New England Patriots at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images (Patrick Gorski, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) 24 / 40 Photos from Bears' statement win over the Patriots in Week 7 Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver Kalif Raymond (14) takes the field prior to the game against the New England Patriots at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images (Patrick Gorski, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) 25 / 40 Photos from Bears' statement win over the Patriots in Week 7 Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver Luther Burden III (10) takes the field prior to the game against the New England Patriots at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images (Patrick Gorski, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) 26 / 40 Photos from Bears' statement win over the Patriots in Week 7 Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver Luther Burden III (10) takes the field prior to the game against the New England Patriots at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images (Patrick Gorski, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) 27 / 40 Photos from Bears' statement win over the Patriots in Week 7 Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver Rome Odunze (15) takes the field prior to the game against the New England Patriots at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images (Patrick Gorski, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) 28 / 40 Good, Better, Best: Bears' game balls in statement win vs. Patriots Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) takes the field prior to the game against the New England Patriots at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images (Patrick Gorski, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) 29 / 40 Photos from Bears' statement win over the Patriots in Week 7 Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Mike Ditka is remembered prior to the game between New England Patriots and Chicago Bears at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images (Patrick Gorski, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) 30 / 40 Photos from Bears' statement win over the Patriots in Week 7 Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears defensive line Grady Jarrett (50) celebrates with teammates after making a stop against the New England Patriots on fourth down during the first quarter at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images (Patrick Gorski, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) 31 / 40 Photos from Bears' statement win over the Patriots in Week 7 Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; New England Patriots running back TreVeyon Henderson (32) runs the ball against Chicago Bears defensive back Kyler Gordon (6) during the first quarter at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images (Matt Marton, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) 32 / 40 Photos from Bears' statement win over the Patriots in Week 7 Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) fakes handing off the ball off to running back D'Andre Swift (4) against the New England Patriots during the first quarter at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images (Patrick Gorski, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) 33 / 40 Cairo Santos convinced Bears HC Ben Johnson to let him kick 58-yard FG Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears kicker Cairo Santos (8) makes a field goal against the New England Patriots during the first quarter at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images (Patrick Gorski, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) 34 / 40 Photos from Bears' statement win over the Patriots in Week 7 Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) passes against the New England Patriots during the first half at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images (Patrick Gorski, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) 35 / 40 Photos from Bears' statement win over the Patriots in Week 7 Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears running back D'Andre Swift (4) runs for a touchdown against the New England Patriots during the first half at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images (Patrick Gorski, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) 36 / 40 Photos from Bears' statement win over the Patriots in Week 7 Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears running back D'Andre Swift (4) celebrates with teammates after scoring a touchdown against the New England Patriots during the first quarter at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images (Matt Marton, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) 37 / 40 Ben Johnson sounds off on Bears' run defense vs. Patriots Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears linebacker Devin Bush (12) and linebacker Noah Sewell (44) tackle New England Patriots running back TreVeyon Henderson (32) during the second half at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images (Patrick Gorski, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) 38 / 40 Photos from Bears' statement win over the Patriots in Week 7 Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye (10) is sacked by Chicago Bears linebacker D'Marco Jackson (48) and cornerback Clark Phillips III (20) at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images (Matt Marton, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) 39 / 40 Photos from Bears' statement win over the Patriots in Week 7 Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson talks with an official during the first half against the New England Patriots at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images (Patrick Gorski, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) 40 / 40 Photos from Bears' statement win over the Patriots in Week 7 Oct 22, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears linebacker D'Marco Jackson (48) celebrates making an interception against the New England Patriots at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images (Patrick Gorski, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Here is a look at the top five waiver wire pickups in fantasy football after Week 7 of the NFL season.
It is easy to forget about Omar Cooper Jr., who has only played in three games this season after suffering a high ankle sprain in the season opener. However, in both of his games back from his injury, Cooper has at least five targets, over 100 receiving yards and a touchdown. One game with that kind of production could be a fluke, but two games probably is not. Also, they drafted him in the first round, so the Jets must see something in him. He could be someone who is flying under the radar and end up really helping your fantasy team down the stretch.
The New York Giants' running back situation is rather confusing. They benched Cam Skattebo last week and released Najee Harris ahead of their Week 7 game against the Houston Texans. However, Skattebo appeared to suffer an injury in overtime, putting his status in question going forward. After that happened, Devin Singletary got the game-winning touchdown. If Skattebo ends up being seriously injured, Singletary's fantasy value could skyrocket. New York is on bye, but if you have a spot to spare on our bench, it may be worth picking him up.
Michael Penix Jr. started slow in his first three games back this season. But he now has three touchdowns in each of the past two games. He has quality targets to get the ball to, especially Drake London, which offers a safety blanket for his productivity. Atlanta also plays the Tampa Bay Buccaneers next week and while they have a good defense, division games are always difficult to read. At the very least, if you need a decent backup quarterback, Penix could be worth stashing away for when your starter has a bad matchup.
You would not know it against the Green Bay Packers, but the Detroit Lions have played terribly against tight ends this season. In fact, they are the worst team against tight ends in the NFL. With all of the talent Minnesota has, including Justin Jefferson and Jordan Addison, quarterback Kyler Murray is choosing to target T.J. Hockenson. In last week's win against the Indianapolis Colts, he was targeted five times and had a touchdown. His production is volatile, but with this matchup, he may be worth picking and starting, especially given the tight ends on bye.
In last week's win against the Tennessee Titans, KC Concepcion had his first NFL game with at least 100 receiving yards. It was also the third time this season he had at least eight targets. His target share is not consistent, but that is the case with all of Cleveland's wide receivers. The Pittsburgh Steelers are not the best matchup this week, but he will have better matchups in Week 9 against the New Orleans Saints and Week 10 against the Houston Texans. Also, if they were to have a receiver injury, Concepcion's fantasy stock may go up.
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