As we head into Week 7 of the 2024 NFL season, setting an optimal fantasy football lineup is crucial. One position that can make a big difference is tight end. Having an elite option or finding a favorable matchup to exploit can give you a significant advantage. Let’s dive into the Week 7 PPR tight end rankings and highlight some top plays and matchups to target.
Week 7 Tight End Rankings and Tiers
Here’s a look at how the top tight ends stack up for Week 7:
Tier 1
- Travis Kelce, Kansas City Chiefs
- Mark Andrews, Baltimore Ravens
Kelce and Andrews remain the cream of the crop at tight end. They are matchup-proof options who are virtual must-starts every week. Both have extremely high floors and ceilings.
Tier 2
- Kyle Pitts, Atlanta Falcons
- George Kittle, San Francisco 49ers
- Dalton Schultz, Houston Texans
- Dallas Goedert, Philadelphia Eagles
The tier 2 options are weekly TE1 plays with upside. Pitts and Kittle are explosive options in high-powered offenses. Schultz is on pace for a career year as a key target for Houston. Goedert is a model of consistency in Philadelphia.
Tier 3
- T.J. Hockenson, Minnesota Vikings
- Darren Waller, Las Vegas Raiders
- Pat Freiermuth, Pittsburgh Steelers
- Zach Ertz, Arizona Cardinals
The third tier features quality starting options with solid floors. Hockenson has really clicked with Minnesota’s offense in year two with the team. Waller and Ertz remain top targets even in their 30s. Freiermuth is an ascending talent.
Streaming Options and Matchups to Target
If you don’t have one of the top weekly options, consider these tight ends with favorable Week 7 matchups:
- Evan Engram, Jacksonville Jaguars (vs. HOU) – The Texans have struggled to defend tight ends. Engram has emerged as one of Trevor Lawrence’s favorite targets this year.
- David Njoku, Cleveland Browns (vs. CIN) – divisional matchup against a Bengals defense that has been middle of the pack against TEs.
- Hayden Hurst, Carolina Panthers (vs. TB) – Rookie QB Bryce Young has looked Hurst’s way often. The Bucs have given up the 5th most fantasy points to TEs.
According to a close source, even lower-rostered options like Cade Otton (vs. CAR), Juwan Johnson (vs. LV) and Taysom Hill (vs. LAR) could be in line for productive weeks based on their matchups.
Whichever direction you decide to go, be sure to monitor the latest injury reports and rankings updates leading up to kickoff. Tight end is a position where having a strong starter or finding a breakout option on the waiver wire can tilt weekly matchups in your favor. Use these rankings and analysis as a guide, and good luck in Week 7!
