Outlook Dameon Pierce
Dameon Pierce vs. Cowboys — Touch Volume Tied to Saquon Barkley's Availability
Pierce filled in admirably over the past two weeks, logging 23 carries, six receptions, and a touchdown while the Eagles battled depth injuries. With Tank Bigsby and Will Shipley both on injured reserve and Jaydon Blue waived, Pierce has solidified the primary backup job. His Week 7 usage, however, hinges on Saquon Barkley, who was limited in practice Friday with a hamstring issue.
Our weekly projection anticipates a modest 5.1 fantasy points, forecasting about 22 rushing yards on 5 to 6 carries. Fantasy managers have reacted accordingly, with Pierce's start rate dropping to 17% as Barkley trends toward playing. Without guaranteed touches in an offense led by backup Tanner McKee, Pierce is best treated as a touchdown-dependent deep-league play unless Barkley is sidelined.
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Outlook Ted Hurst
Ted Hurst at Carolina — Expanded Opportunity in Division Matchup
Ted Hurst is positioned for an elevated workload this week as starting wideout Emeka Egbuka has been ruled out with a concussion and foot injury. Operating on the perimeter alongside Chris Godwin, Hurst already showed promise last time out by commanding six targets for three receptions and 40 receiving yards.
Our projections forecast Hurst for roughly five targets, 2.7 receptions, and 38 receiving yards, yielding 8.1 fantasy points. With roster rates hovering around 4%, the rookie is not a recommended play in standard leagues, but his growing involvement makes him an appealing deep-league flex option against Carolina.
