Joe Flacco or Aaron Rodgers Week 7 Start 'Em, Sit 'Em: Fantasy football projections for QBs

The battle between Aaron Rodgers and Joe Flacco in Week 7 has a new label in some circles: The Icy Hot Bowl, poking fun at the age of both quarterbacks. No, it isn't 2015, but both quarterbacks will be suited up and ready to go when the Pittsburgh Steelers visit the Cincinnati Bengals on Thursday night.

Just like in 2015, fantasy managers may have both quarterbacks on their roster again. Of course, making the right choice could be the difference between a win and a loss this week, so we are here to help.

Here's a look at both quarterbacks' fantasy outlook and a recommendation.

Joe Flacco at Cincinnati Bengals v Green Bay Packers - Source: Getty

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Joe Flacco vs Aaron Rodgers: Who should you start?

Joe Flacco fantasy outlook for Week 7

Joe Flacco has proven himself capable of producing starting-caliber results in 2025. However, that isn't likely to be the case this week. The quarterback is projected to finish with 141 passing yards and a passing touchdown, with a 50% chance of an interception, according to Sportskeeda's Who Should I Start Tool.

Flacco vs Rodgers - Sportskeeda's Who Should I Start Tool

He's also expected to add a single rushing yard. All things considered, he is in line for a rough game.

Aaron Rodgers fantasy outlook for Week 7

The Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback is also projected to have a tough outing this week, with just 121 yards, a passing touchdown and a 30% chance of an interception.

Aaron Rodgers is also expected to produce on the ground, but only 3.1 yards.

Joe Flacco vs Aaron Rodgers final verdict

Put simply, neither quarterback is in line for a dominant outing this week. If you have someone available on the waiver wire, it might be wise to look there. However, if you are truly limited to Joe Flacco and Rodgers, Flacco gets the nod this week.

The difference is narrow, with Flacco set to earn 9.3 points compared to Rodgers' 9.0 points. That said, with plenty of quarterbacks available, it's worth looking at the waiver wire before going all-in on either of these two options.

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Edited by Ian Van Roy