DK Metcalf, Jaylin Noel headline Week 7's Regression Files
An in-depth breakdown of recent air yards trends and what it means for fantasy-relevant players headed into Week 7.
DK Metcalf and Jaylin Noel were prominently featured in Week 7's regression files. Proving the importance of air yards in fantasy football, Houston Texans' C.J. Stroud and the Texans dominated with 270 total air yards in Week 6, ranking 13th of the week. Marvin Harrison, Jr. benefited from Houston's air yards-heavy game, as he ran 26% of the team's routes with an 18% air yards share.
Washington Commanders, with Terry McLaurin set to miss the season due to injury, are counting on Treylon Burks and Dyami Brown to fill his role. Burks led the team with a 28% air yards share and was targeted 20% of the time. The Las Vegas Raiders, consistently high in total team air yards, continue to rely on their downfield passing game.
Los Angeles Rams, averaging 415 total air yards per game since Week 3, could see Puka Nacua or one of their 19 tight ends gain more opportunities.
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