Through six weeks of the 2021 NFL season, there have been plenty of surprises. Some names have emerged as breakout stars, while others haven't met initial expectations. And both types of players have had impacts on the fantasy football landscape.
Still, it's always possible that an underperforming star could get back on track or an apparent breakout has been a fluke due to easy matchups and a bit of luck. That's why it can be difficult to decide who to put into your fantasy lineup, even heading into late-October.
Another factor fantasy managers will have to deal with in Week 7 is the number of teams on bye weeks.