NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reports Za’Darius Smith (neck) is expected to play in Week 7 against the 49ers.

25 October 2026

The same is true of Gervon Dexter, who is dealing with a hamstring injury. Rapoport added that there is “much less optimism” for Olamide Zaccheaus (shoulder). That could mean an uptick in snaps for rookie wideout Zachariah Branch. He’s worth an add in deep leagues, but this offense isn’t likely to support another fantasy-relevant pass-catcher.