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Kirk Cousins or Puka Nacua

Who Should I Start? - Week 7 • Start New
Kirk Cousins

Kirk Cousins

QB • Las Vegas Raiders LV
Puka Nacua

Puka Nacua

WR • Los Angeles Rams LAR
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EXPERT ANALYSIS

Owners starting Cousins over Nacua

 
 
 
 
START BOTH START BENCH BOTH BN

Cousins ... 3.23%

BOTH ... 51.61%

PROJECTION
FPTS: 15.7
CMP/ATT PASS YD PASS TD INT RUSH YD RUSH TD FPTS
21.6/33.4 237.7 1.9 0.9 6.1 0 15.7
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Outlook Kirk Cousins

Kirk Cousins vs LAR at Home — Streaming Value in Projected Shootout

Kirk Cousins commands the Las Vegas offense at home against the Rams, looking to snap a three-game skid. Head coach Klint Kubiak continues to trust the veteran pocket passer, who has compiled 556 passing yards over his last two outings. With Brock Bowers anchoring the targets, Cousins retains reliable volume.

In an indoor contest with high scoring expectations, our models project Cousins for 238 passing yards, 1.9 touchdowns, and 15.7 fantasy points. Roster rates have climbed to 76%, though his 36% start rate reflects clear streaming status. He remains a viable plug-and-play option for fantasy managers seeking lineup stability.


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EXPERT ANALYSIS

Owners starting Nacua over Cousins

 
 
 
 
START BOTH START BENCH BOTH BN

Nacua ... 32.26%

BOTH ... 51.61%

PROJECTION
FPTS: 23.57
REC REC YD REC TD FPTS
9.23 88 0.32 23.57
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Not available due to injury or suspension.
Outlook Puka Nacua

Puka Nacua active at Las Vegas — primed for heavy volume in a projected high-scoring matchup

Nacua is officially active Sunday against the Raiders after testing his calf injury in pre-game warmups. With fellow standout receiver Davante Adams sidelined on injured reserve, Nacua steps up as Matthew Stafford’s undisputed top receiving target against a vulnerable Las Vegas defense playing inside Allegiant Stadium.

Even with minor calf management possible, his workload is undeniable. Our projections forecast Nacua for over 22 fantasy points, anticipating around 9 receptions on nearly 13 targets and 81 yards. Although pregame injury hesitation caused his start rate to dip to 75%, fantasy managers should feel confident slotting him into their lineups across all formats as a high-end option.


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Performance Kirk Cousins
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YDS CMP% TD INT RUSH YDS TD
31356.12100
Season stats based on the past 7 days

YDS CMP% TD INT RUSH YDS TD
55660.93100
Season stats based on the past 14 days
Performance Puka Nacua
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REC YDS AVG LONG TD
68013.3430
Season stats based on the past 7 days

REC YDS AVG LONG TD
232189.5431
Season stats based on the past 14 days
Next Up ❱ Redzone Touches
Redzone Touches Kirk Cousins
REDZONE
WK OPP ATT TAR REC
1 MIA 🔓 🔓 🔓
2 @LAC 🔓 🔓 🔓
3 @NO 🔓 🔓 🔓
4 KC 🔓 🔓 🔓
5 @NE 🔓 🔓 🔓
6 BUF 🔓 🔓 🔓

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Redzone Touches Puka Nacua
REDZONE
WK OPP ATT TAR REC
1 SF 🔓 🔓 🔓
2 NYG 🔓 🔓 🔓
3 @DEN 🔓 🔓 🔓
4 @PHI 🔓 🔓 🔓
5 BUF 🔓 🔓 🔓
6 ARI 🔓 🔓 🔓

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Next Up ❱ Own/Start Comparison
OWN/START Kirk Cousins
OWN
76%
-5.59 compared to last week
START
36%
-19.08 compared to last week
OWN/START Puka Nacua
OWN
100%
No change since last week.
START
77%
No change since last week.
Next Up ❱ Consensus Rankings
Expert Consensus Kirk Cousins
12th
Average Ranking of Fantasy Experts
Expert Consensus Puka Nacua
7th
Average Ranking of Fantasy Experts
Next Up ❱ Player Breakdowns
Breakdown Kirk Cousins

    Overview

  • A good quarterback can mean the world of difference in such a pass heavy league.
  • Experts rank this player at 12th among QB's. Based on his stats from the past 30 days, he is currently ranked 7th with 111.08 total points (18.51 avg).
  • Currently 49.18 points behind the leader: Josh Allen
  • He is putting up slightly better numbers than the experts expected him to.
  • Slight decline in numbers lately at 2.4 PPG.
  • QB Stats

  • Top 6 in pass yards with 1582 (263.67 per game) and is currently ranked 5th among QB.
  • Top 3 in pass tds with 14 (2.33 per game) and is currently ranked 2nd among QB.
  • Top 10 in pass completions with 135 (22.50 per game) and is currently ranked 7th.
  • Top 10 in interceptions with 5 (0.83 per game) and is currently ranked 7th.
  • Bonus Qualities

  • At this point in the season his numbers compared to last years: Yards: +1553, TDs: +14, INTs: +5
  • Known to throw for big gains. If your league has bonus points for long TDs then this guy would be great to have.
  • The amount of touchdowns per game is ridiculous. Can he keep it up?
  • Season Outlook

  • PASS YDS: 3850, PASS TDS: 30, RUSH YDS: 45, RUSH TDS: 0
Breakdown Puka Nacua

    Overview

  • Experts rank this player at 7th among WR's. Based on his stats from the past 30 days, he is currently ranked 15th with 54.80 total points (9.13 avg).
  • Currently 61.06 points behind the leader: Jaxon Smith-Njigba
  • He is putting up close to the kind of numbers the experts expected him to.
  • He is listed on the injury report about his Calf (Since Oct 22, 2026). Check out his player news for a closer look.
  • Average points in the past two weeks have increased by 5.2 PPG. If you don't have the confidence he can keep it up, then trade him for a sure thing.
  • Receiving Stats

  • Top 6 in receptions and is currently ranked 5th among WR.
  • Top 10 in targets and is currently ranked 10th among WR.
  • Top 15 in reception yards with 417 and 11.27 YPC and is currently ranked 15th among WR.
  • Top 75 in Rec TDs with 1, though that isn't saying much, and is currently ranked 52nd among WR.
  • Rushing Stats

  • Top 10 in rush attempts with 3 (0.50 per game) and is currently ranked 8th among WR.
  • Top 20 in rush yards with 11 (1.83 per game) and is currently ranked 17th among WR.
  • Top 3 in rush tds with 1 (0.17 per game) and is currently ranked 1st among WR.
  • Bonus Qualities

  • At this point in the season his numbers compared to last years: Receptions: -17, Rec Yards: -199 Rec TDs: -1,
  • Catches per game are very high so watch out!
  • Known to break out for big gains. If your league has bonus points for long REC TDs then this guy would be great to have.
  • Season Outlook

  • REC: 135, REC YDS: 1650, REC TDS: 14
Next Up ❱ Health Check
Injury Kirk Cousins

No Injury Reported

Injury Puka Nacua

CALF - Since Oct 22, 2026

Nacua is active for Week 7 versus the Raiders.
Next Up ❱ Matchup Comparison
Matchups Kirk Cousins

Week 7
Las Vegas Raiders VS Los Angeles Rams

PA/G YDS/G TO INT SACK TDs FSP
23.00300.8365803.65
Compare to same point last season

Overview

  • Experts rank this player at 14th among DST's. Based on his stats from the past 30 days, he is currently ranked 25th with 25.00 total points (4.17 avg).
  • Currently 34 points behind the leader: Vikings DST
  • He should be doing a bit better than this. Look for him to bounce back.
  • Slight decline in numbers lately at 2.2 PPG.

Defensive Stats

  • Top 4 in total yards against with 300.83 per game and is currently ranked 3rd among DST.
  • Ranked 27th in rush defense with 762 (127.00 per game).
  • Top 4 in pass defense with 1043 (173.83 per game) and is currently ranked 3rd among DST.
  • Top 10 in interceptions with 5 (0.83 per game) and currently ranked 10th among DST.
  • Top 20 in points against with 23.00 per game and currently ranked 19th among DST.
  • Currently ranked 21st in Total TDs with 0 (0.00 per game) among DST.

Bonus Qualities

  • At this point in the season his numbers compared to last years: Total Yards Against: +80.83, Turnovers: -7 Sacks: -36, INTs: -1, TDs: -2, Points Allowed: +5.67,

Season Outlook

  • SACK: 44, INT: 14, TDS: 4, PA/G: 21.6, YDS/G: 348
Matchups Puka Nacua

Week 7
Los Angeles Rams @ Las Vegas Raiders

PA/G YDS/G TO INT SACK TDs FSP
27.00387.831041502.53
Compare to same point last season

Overview

  • Experts don"t even rank him among DST's. Either he is on a bye week or is just plain bad. Based on his stats from the past 30 days, he is currently ranked 17th with 34.00 total points (5.67 avg).
  • Currently 25 points behind the leader: Vikings DST
  • Average points in the past two weeks have dipped quite a bit at 5.7.

Defensive Stats

  • Top 4 in turnovers with 10 (1.67 per game) and is currently ranked 4th among DST.
  • Ranked 28th in rush defense with 806 (134.33 per game).
  • Ranked 24th in pass defense with 1521 (253.50 per game).
  • Top 12 in sacks with 15 (2.50 per game) and currently ranked 12th among DST.
  • Top 12 in interceptions with 4 (0.67 per game) and currently ranked 12th among DST.
  • One of the worst in points against with 27.00 per game and currently ranked 27th among DST.
  • Currently ranked 16th in Total TDs with 0 (0.00 per game) among DST.

Bonus Qualities

  • At this point in the season his numbers compared to last years: Total Yards Against: +60.66, Turnovers: +3 Sacks: +1, INTs: +1, TDs: EVEN, Points Allowed: +2.17,

Season Outlook

  • SACK: 39, INT: 11, TDS: 2, PA/G: 27, YDS/G: 337.7
Next Up ❱ Ratings Comparison
Rating Kirk Cousins
11.77
FantasySP Player Rating
Rating Puka Nacua
32.33
FantasySP Player Rating
Next Up ❱ Career Comparison
Career Kirk Cousins
PASS RUSH
YR TM GP YD CMP% TD INT RAT YD TD FUM
2012 WAS 3 466 69% 4 3 101.6 22 0 0
2013 WAS 5 854 52% 4 7 58.4 14 0 1
2014 WAS 6 1710 62% 10 9 86.4 20 0 1
2015 WAS 16 4166 70% 29 11 101.6 48 5 3
2016 WAS 16 4921 67% 25 12 97.2 100 4 6
2017 WAS 16 4088 64% 27 13 93.8 179 4 12
2018 MIN 16 4298 70% 30 10 99.7 123 1 15
2019 MIN 15 3603 69% 26 6 107.4 63 1 5
2020 MIN 16 4265 68% 35 13 105.0 156 1 5
2021 MIN 16 4221 66% 33 7 103.1 115 1 2
2022 MIN 16 4547 66% 29 14 92.5 97 2 3
2023 MIN 8 2331 70% 18 5 103.8 25 0 4
2024 ATL 14 3508 67% 18 16 88.6 0 0 2
2025 ATL 11 1920 62% 12 6 86.6 12 1 1
2026 LV 6 1582 63% 14 5 98.0 -2 0 0
ON PACE 17 4482 63% 40 14 98.0 -6 0 0
3-YEAR AVG 11 2586 66% 16 9 92.5 12 0 2
Totals 182 46753 67% 316 137 97.0 973 21 60
Career Puka Nacua
RECEIVING RUSH
YEAR TEAM GP TGTS REC YD AVG TD ATT YD AVG TD
2023 LAR 16 159 105 1486 14.2 6 12 89 7.4 0
2024 LAR 11 106 79 990 12.5 3 11 46 4.2 1
2025 LAR 16 195 146 1923 13.2 11 13 119 9.2 2
2026 LAR 4 52 37 417 11.3 1 3 11 3.7 1
ON PACE 11 147 105 1182 11.3 3 9 31 3.7 3
3-YEAR AVG 16 158 113 1537 13.6 7 12 82 7 1
Totals 55 569 401 5359 13.4 23 44 280 6.4 4
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