{
  "id": 16059369,
  "title": "Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em: Need help for the flex spot in Week 7? Joel Smyth has lineup advice",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/22/fantasy-football-start-em-sit-em-need-help-for-the-flex-spot-in-week",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-22T14:55:38.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/fantasy/article/fantasy-football-start-em-sit-em-need-help-for-the-flex-spot-in-week-7-joel-smyth-has-lineup-advice-145538068.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Week 7 of the fantasy football season is upon us, and with it comes the need to make smart decisions for your lineup. According to analyst Joel Smyth, here are some players to consider in the flex spot.\n\nFor the double flex spot, Tyler Higbee of the Rams stands out as a potential option. With Davante Adams out for the week, Higbee will likely see increased playing time. Last season, he scored five touchdowns in three games while Terrance Ferguson was out, and with Colby Parkinson back from injury, he has been a reliable option. Higbee's consistent route sharing makes him a great target for scoring touchdowns, especially with Rams' offensive coordinator calling heavy use of three TE and one WR sets.\n\nIn the single flex spot, Omar Cooper Jr. emerges as a strong choice for fantasy teams. Cooper Jr. came into the season with a bang, scoring a touchdown with another called back and gaining over 100 receiving yards. With Adonai Mitchell sidelined, Cooper Jr. has taken on the role of the main receiver for the Jets. His ability to catch short targets and his yards-after-the-catch ability provides a nice balance of floor and ceiling for a flex position.\n\nMalik Washington is another player to keep an eye on. With Adonai Mitchell out, Washington will see more carries and screen passes. He will be facing the Jets' slot corner, Jarvis Brownlee Jr., who has been one of the weaker corners in fantasy points allowed to receivers. With New York having struggled against outside receivers this season, Washington is a solid pick for a double or single flex spot.\n\nPlayers to avoid this week include Daniel Jones under pressure, as his performance has been inconsistent this season. RJ Harvey has also been limited in recent weeks and could be a risky choice. Lastly, Josh Downs has struggled this season, and his production has declined when opposing defenses bring in two TE formations. With a difficult matchup against Minnesota, Downs may not be worth the risk.",
  "summary": "Fantasy football analyst Joel Smyth provides some insight into the flex position for Week 7.",
  "key_points": [
    "Tyler Higbee could see increased playing time with Rams' double flex spot",
    "Omar Cooper Jr. main receiver for Jets after Adonai Mitchell's absence",
    "Malik Washington faces Jets' slot corner, Jarvis Brownlee Jr."
  ],
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  "illustration": null,
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  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}