Travis Etienne Jr. Week 7 Fantasy Insights: Injury Report, Start or Sit Tips, Points Forecast, and Weather Effects

The Jacksonville Jaguars are set to host the Los Angeles Rams in Week 7 of the NFL season. Both teams hold a record of 4-2, making this matchup intriguing for fans and fantasy players alike.

Travis Etienne Jr. Injury Report

Travis Etienne Jr. is not currently listed on the injury report and is expected to take the field. We will keep an eye on any updates as kickoff approaches.

Should You Start or Sit Travis Etienne Jr.?

Etienne remains the primary running back for the Jaguars, who have surprised many this season. However, fantasy managers should exercise caution. In recent weeks, his performance has raised some concerns.

• In his last two games, he has tallied 31 touches for 113 yards.
• He has yet to score a touchdown and hasn’t had any gains exceeding ten yards.
• The Rams boast the seventh-best yards per carry (YPC) against running backs this season.

Although there was a slight shift toward a committee approach in the previous game, Etienne is expected to receive around 15-18 touches. His performance may warrant low-end RB2 expectations going into this matchup.

Fantasy Points Projection

For Week 7, Etienne is projected to score approximately 14.1 fantasy points in PPR formats. We anticipate he will rush for about 61 yards, with a potential for 0.4 rushing touchdowns. Additionally, he may secure three receptions totaling 24 yards.

Weather Conditions for Week 7

The weather forecast for the game indicates a temperature of 54 degrees Fahrenheit with light winds at 5 mph. These conditions are favorable for fantasy performance.

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