Running Back Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 7: Top Free Agent Adds Include Tyrone Tracy Jr., Issac Guerendo, Ray Davis, Tyler Allgeier

Fantasy managers were confronted by a new wave of challenges while assembling their rosters for Week 6. The latest surge of injuries impacted the availability of Jonathan Taylor, James Cook,  Rhamondre Stevenson, Rachaad White, Brian Robinson Jr., and Devin Singletary after varying degrees of uncertainty surrounded the status of each back prior to their matchups.

The escalating health issues that have affected multiple backs will remain a factor as you enter the planning process for Week 7.  Some of you will also be impacted by a two-team bye week, as running backs from Chicago and Dallas will be unavailable. That ensures that anyone with D'Andre Swift, or Rico Dowdle on their rosters should avoid starting those backs this week.

This article will help you navigate these obstacles by locating the most enticing options on your Week 7 waiver wires. This week’s recommendations remain available in over 40% of all Yahoo leagues and will be listed in three tiers. After you have finished this breakdown on running backs, you can also find fantasy football waiver wire pickups at other positions. Good luck in your Week 7 matchups.

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Tier 1: Front-Runners - Week 7 Waiver Wire Running Backs

Prioritize These Running Backs On Waiver Wires

Tyrone Tracy Jr., New York Giants - 45% Rostered 

Tyrone Tracy Jr. has capitalized on both of his opportunities to function as the Giants’ lead back while Devin Singletary's groin injury has affixed him to the sideline. Tracy had entered New York’s Week 5 matchup at Seattle with a 23.3% snap share, but that percentage soared to 62% in Week 5. He also established season-highs in attempts (18) and generated a league-best 129 rushing yards (7.2 yards per attempt).

First NFL TD for Tyrone Tracy Jr. 🙌

📺: NBC pic.twitter.com/UV2W1hV4oH

— New York Giants (@Giants) October 14, 2024

Singletary remained inactive when the Giants hosted Cincinnati in Week 6, and Tracy flourished once again while operating as New York’s primary back. Tracy led all backs with an 83.8% snap share, carried 17 times, produced 50 rushing yards, and generated a touchdown. He also ran 31 routes, captured all six targets, and assembled 57 yards as a pass-catcher.

Tracy is now third overall with 179 rushing yards since Week 5 while averaging 5.1 per attempt. He has also accumulated nine missed tackles forced on 47 attempts since Week 1 according to Fantasy Points Data.

Trace has also proven that he can deliver RB2 output when he is functioning as the Giants’ feature back. His performances during Singletary’s absence should also compel Brian Daboll to allocate a significant percentage of touches to Tracy on a weekly basis even after Singletary returns. That elevates him among this week’s top priorities on the waiver wire.

Isaac Guerendo, San Francisco 49ers - 4% Rostered 

Isaac Guerendo was included among the recommendations in this column entering Weeks 5 and 6, due to his placement directly below Jordan Mason on San Francisco’s depth chart.

Guerendo had only been limited to 28 snaps, 12 attempts, and 41 rushing yards entering Week 6, as Kyle Shanahan maintained a steadfast commitment to the deployment of Mason as the 49ers’ workhorse back (75.7% snap share/21 attempts per game).

Mason sustained an ACL sprain during San Francisco’s Week 6 visit to NFC West rival Seattle, which immediately vaulted Guerendo into an increased role. It also underscored the importance of having Guerendo secured as a handcuff if you have been utilizing Mason in your lineups.

ISAAC GUERENDO. 76-YARD RUN TO START THE DRIVE.#SFvsSEA on Prime Video
Also streaming on #NFLPlus pic.twitter.com/Pt3BWP6JEF

— NFL (@NFL) October 11, 2024

Guerendo rushed for 99 yards on 10 attempts, which included a 76-yard run. Deebo Samuel Sr. (four), and Patrick Taylor (five) also accumulated carries after Mason departed the Week 6 matchup. Taylor also led the reconstructed backfield in routes run (eight).

Mason’s status should be monitored in advance of San Francisco’s Week 7 encounter with Kansas City. The 49ers’ depth chart will also be modified whenever Christian McCaffrey re-emerges from his extended absence (Achilles). However, Guerendo is primed to deliver RB2 output if Mason and McCaffrey are inactive.

Ray Davis, Buffalo Bills - 9% Rostered  

The toe injury that has been sustained by James Cook ultimately forced the third-year back to the sideline when Buffalo visited the Jets on Monday night. Cook’s absence also launched Ray Davis and Ty Johnson into expanded roles during the Week 6 matchup.

#Bills James Cook L Foot/Toe inj

Cook’s foot/toe slam’s onto the turf, toes hyperextended. Direct blow through the foot probably didn’t feel great either.

Possible turf toe, thinking foot is more sore, toe is the real inj. This was his last play & favored it walking off field. pic.twitter.com/MxWtdf59es

— Banged Up Bills (@BangedUpBills) October 9, 2024

However, Davis easily secured the majority of touches as a rusher and receiving weapon. He has also flourished with his sizable workload and has now emerged as the unquestioned handcuff for fantasy managers who utilize Cook in their lineups.

Davis led Buffalo’s reconstructed backfield with a season-best 40 snaps, while also establishing season highs in attempts (20), and rushing yards (97).  He also paced the backfield in routes run (14), targets (three), and receiving yards (55), while easily surpassing his previous season-best numbers in each category.

Johnson played on 24 snaps, carried four times, and assembled 34 yards on the ground. He also ran eight routes but was not targeted during the contest.

"it's ray davis time" - ray davispic.twitter.com/7K1hcmbSRP

— Underdog NFL (@Underdog__NFL) October 15, 2024

Davis is the back to prioritize from this week’s waiver wire if Cook is on your rosters, as he will help you elude a potential roster crisis if Cook is unavailable. Davis's favorable performance could also propel him to a larger workload on a weekly basis, even after Cook returns.

Zach Charbonnet, Seattle Seahawks - 58% Rostered

Some fantasy managers have extracted Zach Charbonnet from their rosters during the past three weeks, which has increased his availability to 42% of Yahoo leagues. The decline in Charbonnet's rostership percentage coincides with Kenneth Walker III’s return from his oblique injury. Walker was sidelined in Weeks 2-3, which vaulted Charbonnet into lead-back duties for Seattle’s matchups with New England and Miami.

WE REPEAT! Zach Charbonnet fantasy owners are having a nice day!!

📺: #MIAvsSEA on CBS/Paramount
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— NFL (@NFL) September 22, 2024

Charbonnet led all backs with a 90.5% snap share during those contests, while generating 129 rushing yards and three touchdowns. He also led all backs in routes run (62), collected eight of his nine targets, and accrued 47 yards as a receiving weapon.

That includes Charbonnet’s numbers in Week 3 when he accumulated 18 attempts, 91 rushing yards, two touchdowns, averaged 5.1 yards per attempt, and finished second in yards after contact (80).

Charbonnet’s workload has diminished considerably since Walker resurfaced. However, Charbonnet has proven that he can flourish as Seattle’s primary back. He will reward anyone who integrates him onto their rosters if Walker is absent during any remaining matchups.

Tyler Allgeier, Atlanta Falcons - 30% Rostered

Tyler Allgeier has been cemented among the most valuable handcuff options throughout the regular season. However, he has also seized standalone value, as his usage has improved significantly since Week 4.

Offensive coordinator Zac Robinson utilized Bijan Robinson extensively from Weeks 1-3, as (Bijan) Robinson’s 81.7% snap share placed him third among all backs from Weeks 1-3. Allgeier averaged 12 snaps per game (20.7% share) during that sequence) while averaging 6.3 carries/35.3 rushing yards/0.3 targets per game.

However, Allgeier has averaged 27 snaps per game (38.5% share) since Week 4, while his per-game averages have climbed to 10.7 carries/59 rushing yards/2.0 targets per game. Allgeier has also accumulated seven carries inside the red zone and is ninth in rush percentage over expected (45.1%) according to Next Gen Stats.

Tyler Allgeier will not be stopped 😡

📺: #ATLvsCAR on FOX
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— NFL (@NFL) October 13, 2024

That includes Allgeier’s involvement in Week 6 when he operated with a season-best 41.2% snap share. He also established season highs in carries (18), and rushing yards (105) while generating his first touchdown of the season. Allgeier also ran six routes and caught his only target from Kirk Cousins.

The moment he was looking for! TD Tyler Allgeier and the @atlantafalcons extend their lead 🙌

📺: #ATLvsCAR on FOX
📱: https://t.co/waVpO909ge pic.twitter.com/9KtfWb4xG6

— NFL (@NFL) October 13, 2024

Allgeier would also ascend into a massive workload if Robinson would be sidelined for any reason during Atlanta’s remaining matchups. He remains positioned to operate as a borderline RB1 for fantasy managers if that situation occurs.

Tier 2: In The Running - Week 5 Waiver Wire Running Backs

These Running Backs Could Become Assets For Your Rosters

Sean Tucker, Tampa Bay Buccaneers - 1% Rostered 

Sean Tucker had been limited to nine offensive snaps, three touches, and eight total yards entering from Weeks 1-5. However, the foot injury that was sustained by Rachaad White created a path for Tucker to seize an expanded role in Week 6.

Tucker easily surpassed his previous career high in snap share (38%) and touches (17). He also exploded for 192 total yards and two touchdowns while operating with the most extensive workload of his career. That included a league-high 136 rushing yards on 14 attempts, and 56 receiving yards on three targets, as he established new career highs in every category mentioned.

The first TD for @seantucker2020 🙌

📺: #TBvsNO on FOX pic.twitter.com/yK7Dl8ADPI

— Tampa Bay Buccaneers (@Buccaneers) October 13, 2024

Bucky Irving led the Buccaneers backfield with a season-high 64% snap share during his first opportunity to function as Tampa Bay’s lead back. He also carried 14 times, generated 81 rushing yards (5.8 yards per attempt), and produced his second career touchdown. Irving has now attained a 49.8% snap share since Week 4 while accruing 174 yards, and averaging 5.3 yards per attempt during that span.

Tucker’s performance could propel him into a weekly allotment of touches despite the presence of Irving and White. He has also vaulted the second-year back into relevance as a potential RB2 behind Irving if White remains sidelined. Tucker’s value will also skyrocket if Irving and White are both unavailable during any future matchups.

Braelon Allen, New York Jets - 47% 

The Jets’ Monday Night matchup with AFC East rival Buffalo provided the first opportunity to witness whether the transition from Robert Saleh to Jeff Ulbrich as the team’s head coach would lead to adjustments in the distribution of touches to Braelon Allen and Breece Hall.

FIRST NFL TD FOR @BraelonAllen 🥹

📺: #NYJvsTEN on CBS/Paramount+pic.twitter.com/qBZKraJ2eP

— Wisconsin Football (@BadgerFootball) September 15, 2024

Allen had operated with a 30% snap share entering Week 6 and was averaging 6.4 attempts/28.6 yards per game, 4.5 yards per attempt. He was also sixth with an average of 2.6 yards after contact per attempt, and 72.7% percent of his yards have also been generated after contact according to Fantasy Points Data.

Hall’s 74.1% snap share from Weeks 1-5 was the fifth highest among all backs. He was also averaging 14 attempts/43.5 yards per game from Weeks 1-4 but averaged just 3.1 yards per attempt. Hall was also 28th in rush percentage over expected (38.5%) and 49th in efficiency (4.93) according to Next Gen Stats.

However, Hall secured a league-high 86.4% snap share in Week 6, which was his highest since Week 2.  He also established season highs in carries (18), rushing yards (113), and yards per attempt (6.3).

Allen's 19% snap share in Week 6 was his lowest since the Jets' season opener. He was also limited to three attempts and eight rushing yards. Allen did generate a touchdown that was called back due to a holding penalty.

Allen had secured standalone value due to his usage and output in Weeks 2-4. However, the incentive for adding him this week now solely surrounds his ability to deliver RB1 production if Hall is sidelined for any reason. That elevates Allen among the league’s most essential handcuffs while sustaining his presence among the Tier 2 options on this week's waiver wire.

Jaylen Wright, Miami Dolphins - 9% Rostered

Jaylen Wright's unquestioned speed and explosiveness present the potential for him to erupt for significant yardage on any given play. It has also positioned the electric rookie to become a valuable asset for fantasy managers if he operates with a sizable workload.

Miami’s selection of Wright during last April’s NFL Draft infused him into a running back room that already contained De'Von Achane and Raheem Mostert. That also placed Wright below both veterans on the Dolphins’ depth chart, while providing Wright with a navigable path to an expanded role if either back would be sidelined during the season.

The highest-graded RB in Week 5:

Jaylen Wright - 87.9 🐬 pic.twitter.com/YcpIxFIQGX

— PFF MIA Dolphins (@PFF_Dolphins) October 8, 2024

That scenario developed in Week 5 when Achane sustained a concussion. Wright secured 32.5% snap share and established season highs in attempts (13), and rushing yards (86/6.6 yards per attempt).

Jaylen Wright 17 Yard Gain Inside #Dolphins pic.twitter.com/UtXRVsKbBs

— Doηmεgαh Mεdïα (@donmegah) October 6, 2024

Mostert and Achane have missed 11 games combined since Week 1 of the 2023 regular season. If either back is unavailable during Miami’s upcoming matchups, Wright is capable of generating big plays, while providing RB1 output to fantasy managers. Wright is still available in over 90% of all leagues. Stashing him this week could supply you with a highly productive resource before your season concludes.

Kimani Vidal, Los Angeles Chargers - 11% Rostered

Kimani Vidal became the 16th running back from this year’s rookie class to be selected during last April’s NFL Draft, and his infusion into the Chargers' offense coincided with the transformational arrival of Jim Harbaugh and offensive coordinator Greg Roman.

J.K. Dobbins and Gus Edwards shared touches in the restructured attack from Weeks 1-5 while Vidal failed to register a touch. Dobbins flourished with the opportunity to resurrect his relevance, but Edwards failed to exceed 3.3 yards per attempt during any of his matchups. Edwards is also just 39th in efficiency (4.37) according to NextGenStats.

kimani vidal's first nfl touch is a td

📺 | @nfloncbs pic.twitter.com/D8GD2ZOroo

— Los Angeles Chargers (@chargers) October 13, 2024

Edwards has also been placed on injured reserve (ankle) which accelerated Vidal’s ascension into his first allotment of touches during Week 6. Vidal secured a 24% snap share, carried four times, and accrued 11 rushing yards in Week 6. He also ran 10 routes, captured both of his targets, and generated his first touchdown on a 38-yard reception.

The combination of Edwards’ underwhelming results and his current injury have provided Vidal with a runway to secure a weekly role in the Chargers’ backfield. Vidal could also become an RB3/flex option if that occurs. He would also operate with a sizable workload if Dobbins is absent during any upcoming matchups. 

Ty Chandler, Minnesota Vikings - 28% Rostered

Ty Chandler is included among this week’s Tier 2 recommendations due to his role as Minnesota’s RB2 behind Aaron Jones. This sustains Chandler’s adjacency to an expanded workload if Jones cannot operate in his usual capacity as the Vikings’ primary back.

That situation transpired when Jones sustained a hip injury in Week 5. Chandler quickly launched into temporary duties as the Vikings’ primary back, while securing a season-best 63% snap share.  Chandler also established a season-high in attempts (14), accrued 30 rushing yards, and secured his fourth red zone carry of the season. He also ran a season-best 17 routes and collected both of his targets.

Ty Chandler with 82 yards on 10 carries in today’s W for the Vikings 🚀

📺: @NFLonCBS#CarolinaFootball 🏈 #ProHeels pic.twitter.com/HoSXrpNISx

— Carolina Football (@UNCFootball) September 15, 2024

Chandler has operated with a 36.2% snap share since Week 1 and is averaging 8.4 attempts/29.4 rushing yards per game. That includes Chandler’s season-best numbers from Week 2 (10 carries/82 yards/8.2 yards per attempt.

It is uncertain whether Jones will be sidelined when Minnesota hosts Detroit on Sunday. However, Chandler is capable of delivering RB2 production if that scenario occurs. That supplies the incentive for adding him if you normally deploy Jones in your lineups, while all other managers can consider stashing Chandler this week.

Tier 3: Dark Horses - Week 7 Waiver Wire Running Backs

These Running Backs Could Emerge In Your Lineups 

Antonio Gibson, New England Patriots - 39% Rostered  

Antonio Gibson performed proficiently as a rusher from Weeks 1-5, although his numbers did not elicit the same level of interest as other backs who were available on the waiver wire.

Gibson operated with a 32% snap share from Weeks 1-5, while averaging 7.0 attempts/41.4 rushing yards per game/5.9 yards per attempt. He had also risen to fourth in rush yards over expected per attempt (2.21) according to Next Gen Stats.

The apathy toward Gibson was a byproduct of Rhamondre Stevenson's ongoing presence while confiscating lead-back duties for New England. However, Stevenson was inactive during the Patriots' Week 6 matchup with Houston after sustaining a foot injury. That propelled Gibson into an extensive workload while functioning as the team's primary back.

Drake Maye finds Antonio Gibson in the flat.

First down #Patriots. pic.twitter.com/PMqjOHoKA4

— Carlos Talks Pats (@LosTalksPats) October 13, 2024

Gibson secured a season-high 50.8% snap share in Week 6 while leading New England’s backfield in attempts (13). He failed to replicate the efficiency that he delivered from Weeks 1-5, by only accruing 19 rushing yards. Gibson also ran 16 routes, was targeted four times by Drake Maye, and produced 24 yards as a pass catcher.

Stevenson‘s foot injury should be monitored as the week advances. However, Gibson can be the beneficiary of another favorable if Stevenson remains unavailable. That has elevated Gibson into Tier 2 of this week’s waiver wire options.

Justice Hill, Baltimore Ravens - 26% Rostered 

Justice Hill's role as Baltimore’s primary pass-catching back presents the potential for him to function as an RB3/flex option if you are constructing rosters in PPR leagues. Game scripts have fueled fluctuations in Hill’s numbers as his touches will rise during matchups in which the Ravens are trailing.

Hill finished at RB85 in Week 4 (21.6 points) but has also failed to exceed 3.5 points in two different outings. However, his usage has been sufficient to vault him among the top 20 at his position in multiple categories.

Justice Hill’s touchdown route😮‍💨😮‍💨 pic.twitter.com/P3Hzwr4eNf

— Kevin Oestreicher (@koestreicher34) October 1, 2024

Hill’s 171 receiving yards place him fifth among all backs. Hill is also 12th in targets (21), 11th in receptions (18), and fifth in yards after catch (176). That includes Hill’s numbers when Baltimore hosted Washington in Week 6. Hill secured a 36.9% snap share and led the Ravens backfield in routes run (12).

However, he registered his lowest numbers as a receiving weapon since Week 1 (one target/one reception/two receiving yards) as the Ravens operated with a positive game script.

Hill's role could be altered when Keaton Mitchell re-emerges from injured reserve. However, Hill currently remains available in 74% of all leagues and will operate with a sizable workload if Derrick Henry is forced to the sideline during Baltimore‘s upcoming contests. That makes him a viable roster option in PPR leagues.

Dameon Pierce, Houston Texans - 6% Rostered  

Houston’s backfield was transformed in Week 6, as Joe Mixon and Dameon Pierce both resurfaced following extended absences. Mixon’s troublesome ankle cemented him to the sideline from Weeks 3-5 while Pierce had been inactive since Week 2 (hamstring).

Mixon regained his feature-back role for the Texans while securing a 45.2% snap share, accumulating 13 attempts, and accruing 102 rushing yards (7.8 yards per attempt). He also ran 14 routes, collected two of his three targets, and produced 30 yards as a pass catcher. Mixon also generated two touchdowns during his return.

Pierce played effectively as Houston’s RB2 during the team’s Week 6 matchup while operating with a 29% snap share. He also carried eight times, assembled 76 rushing yards (9.5 yards per attempt), and produced his first touchdown of the season.

Dameon Pierce goes 54 yards for the score!

📺: #HOUvsNE on CBS/Paramount+
📱: https://t.co/waVpO909ge pic.twitter.com/aphSKEA2gI

— NFL (@NFL) October 13, 2024

Pierce’s performance should cement him above Cam Akers and Dare Ogunbowale on the Texans’ depth chart while solidifying his status as the direct backup to Mixon. Pierce is now a recommended handcuff for anyone who has Mixon contained on their rosters. He would become a valuable resource if Mixon is forced to the sideline during the Texans’ upcoming matchups.

Jaylen Warren, Pittsburgh Steelers - 51% Rostered 

Jaylen Warren was selected as a high-end RB3 during the draft season (ADP 90/RB28) but anyone who made that investment had been forced to endure uninspiring results in Weeks 1-2 (37.0% snap share/19 touches/82 total yards).

Warren also sustained a knee injury in Week 3 and remained sidelined in Weeks 4-5. However, even though Warren’s season had been a disappointment, he now provides needy fantasy managers with a potential RB3/flex option after resurfacing in the Steelers’ backfield rotation.

Warren returned for Pittsburgh’s Week 6 visit to Las Vegas and secured a 37% snap share. He also carried six times although he was limited to seven rushing yards. Warren also ran 11 routes and collected all three of his targets.

Najee Harris also paced the Steelers' backfield with a 46% snap share, carried 14 times, and assembled a season-high 106 rushing yards. Harris is now averaging 16.0 attempts/62.7 yards/per game/3.9 yards per attempt entering Week 7.

Harris’s ongoing role should not deter you from integrating Warren into your waiver wire targets if you have been confronted with a plethora of roster challenges.

Blake Corum, Los Angeles Rams - 17% Rostered  

Blake Corum was seemingly positioned to operate as the Rams’ RB2 behind Kyren Williams as he entered his rookie season. Corum had accumulated 2,708 rushing yards and 45 touchdowns during his final two seasons at the collegiate level (2022-2023) while gaining a first down or touchdown on over 35% of his carries according to PFF.

ANOTHER ONE FOR BLAKE CORUM 😤

He ties @UMichFootball's record for the most Rush TDs in a single game with 5️⃣ pic.twitter.com/sG9RLFYOYz

— ESPN (@espn) September 17, 2022

The Rams utilized Day 2 Draft capital to secure during the NFL Draft, and Corum appeared to present fantasy managers with a valuable handcuff during draft season. That belief dissipated when Corum was limited to just eight touches from Weeks 1-4. Ronnie Rivers also secured an 11.8% snap share and accrued 11 touches/52 total yards during that sequence

All-22 of Blake Corum's 5 carries against the Green Bay Packers in week 5.

In this game, he had 5 carries for 25 yards and 1 catch for 8 yards. He forced 2 missed tackles in this game per PFF. 48% of his yards came after contact while average 2.4 yards after contact per… pic.twitter.com/EBgyZhQSTk

— Bruce Matson (@MetricScout) October 10, 2024

However, Corum operated with a 14.5% snap share in Week 5, while accumulating five carries and 25 rushing yards (5.0 yards per attempt). Rivers failed to register an offensive snap during the contest, as Corum’s viability as a roster addition has now been resurrected.

Corum should be rostered by managers who rely on Williams. All other managers can stash Corum, as his value would skyrocket if Williams is sidelined at any point of the season.

Other Fantasy Football Running Backs To Consider

• Trey Sermon, Indianapolis Colts - 50% Rostered 
• Roschon Johnson, Chicago Bears - 26% Rostered 
• Audric Estime, Denver Broncos - 2% Rostered 

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