Fantasy Football Week 7 Rankings: Defense

According to Aaron Wilson, the Buffalo Bills are signing defensive tackle Tommy Akingbesote to a contract, likely for their practice squad, after he worked out for them. Akingbesote, a former seventh-round pick by the Cowboys in the 2025 NFL Draft, recorded notable statistics during his college career at Maryland but was recently released from the Panthers' practice squad. Want More Context? 🔎

49ers reportedly expected to sign defensive end Clelin Ferrell to practice squad originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay AreaThe San Francisco 49ers are expected to sign defensive end Clelin Ferrell to their practice squad, as he returns after playing for them in 2023. Ferrell, a former first-round pick, brings experience and depth to the defensive line, especially amid ongoing injury challenges for the team. Want More Context? 🔎

According to Mike Reiss, the New England Patriots are set to sign safety John Saunders Jr. from the Miami Dolphins' practice squad after trading Kyle Dugger to the Steelers. Saunders, a 24-year-old undrafted free agent from Ole Miss, had a notable college career, recording 179 tackles and 11 interceptions over 49 games. Want More Context? 🔎