Washington Commanders DVOA, Stats, & NFL Rankings

Washington Commanders wide receiver Noah Brown enjoyed a nice bounce-back outing last weekend after sitting out in Week 5 and remains a low-end flex option in deeper formats. After missing Week 5 with a groin injury, Brown responded in a big way as he saw a team-high eight targets and brought in four of them for 58 yards. Brown began the week as a limited participant in practice with the same groin injury but upgraded to full participation on Thursday and Friday and does not carry a designation heading into the weekend. Brown has caught at least three passes in every game he has played this season and has solidified himself as the No.2 option opposite of Terry McLaurin. Brown remains a high-risk, high-reward option in DFS and a low-end flex option in deeper formats this weekend, but could enjoy a breakout game facing a weak Carolina secondary.

Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin found the end zone twice on six receptions last weekend and remains a low-end WR1 heading into Week 7. Last weekend, McLaurin eclipsed 15.0 PPR points for the fourth straight week and has put his slow start way behind him. During this span, McLaurin has scored four touchdowns and averaged 79.3 yards with 5.3 receptions in each game. Facing a Carolina secondary that has allowed the 22nd-most points to opposing wideouts makes McLaurin a "set-it and forget-it" option this week.

Washington Commanders running back Jeremy McNichols could see an increased role if Brian Robinson Jr. (knee) misses his second-straight game. McNichols served as the No. 2 running back last weekend but registered only two carries for nine yards. However, in the previous two weeks, McNichols tallied 112 rushing yards with three scores. While the 28-year-old only saw the field when the Commanders had a sizable lead, this could happen again this weekend, facing a weak Carolina team. DFS players looking for a high-risk, high-reward option or redraft managers needing a desperation flex option should consider putting McNichols in their lineup as the Commanders could have a comfortable lead in the second half, opening the door for him to see opportunities late in the game.

Washington Commanders running back Austin Ekeler could lead the backfield again, with Brian Robinson Jr. (knee) listed as questionable. Ekeler sat atop the depth chart last weekend but had trouble against the Ravens, as he ran for just 21 yards on nine carries. However, he should face a much easier task against the Carolina Panthers, who have allowed the most PPR points to opposing running backs. Ekeler should be viewed as a high-end RB2 if Robinson sits out for the second straight week. If Robinson does suit up, Ekeler should be projected for his typical flex role in PPR leagues.

Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels has another favorable matchup this weekend and should be locked into all lineups as a high-end QB1. Despite seeing his winning streak snapped last weekend in Baltimore, Daniels threw for a season-high 269 yards with two scores en route to scoring 23.7 PPR points. This weekend, he faces the Carolina Panthers, who have allowed the 19th-most PPR points to opposing quarterbacks. Daniels should provide a high floor with his rushing ability and elite upside with his increasing progression as a passer.