Ty Chandler or Antonio Gibson: Who should I start in Week 7 Fantasy Football?

Ty Chandler and Antonio Gibson are two peas from the same pod. Both are backup running backs with potential quality carries this week. Most managers hope they aren't in a situation where they need to risk the week on this choice, but for those who find themselves here, let's take a look. Here's a look at both players and a recommendation.

Is Ty Chandler a good pick in Week 7?

Ty Chandler at San Francisco 49ers v Minnesota Vikings - Source: Getty

Chandler is a solid option in Week 7. With Aaron Jones questionable for the team's Week 7 tilt against the Detroit Lions, Chandler could be the team's starting running back this week. Of course, Jones' health status directly informs Chandler's opportunities.

That said, despite playing arguably the hottest team in the NFC, the Vikings-Lions matchup is seemingly set up for a running back-worthy second half thanks to a close game script. In other words, the game should be close for all four quarters and if Chandler comes in as the starter, he should get a decent amount of production. Sportskeeda's Start/sit Optimizer expects 8.9 points this week.

Is Antonio Gibson a good pick in Week 7?

Antonio Gibson at New England Patriots v San Francisco 49ers - Source: Getty

Antonio Gibson has been teased as a successor to Rhamondre Stevenson this season. However, despite technically "starting" the game, he clearly hasn't usurped Stevenson.

As such, the reason to pick him up is to hope that after Stevenson breaks out a big run to get close to the goal line, Gibson can sub in for a touchdown run while Stevenson catches his breath. Sportskeeda's Start/Sit Optimizer predicts a low ceiling for Gibson this week at just 6.7 points.

Whom should I start between Ty Chandler and Antonio Gibson in Week 7?

Ty Chandler gets the nod to start in Week 7

Ty Chandler and Antonio Gibson are both backup running backs managers hope will get some work this week for various reasons. However, in the end, Chandler is more likely to make a dent than Gibson. While Gibson has been teased with production, he hasn't received enough for fantasy purposes.

As such, Chandler gets the nod to start this week. Sportskeeda's Start/Sit Optimizer predicts the Minnesota Vikings running back to earn 8.9 points. Meanwhile, Gibson is predicted to earn 6.7 points.