In preparation for Week 7 of the fantasy football season, writer Eddie Brown shares recommendations on which free agents to pick up and which players to reconsider. He defines “widely available” as those rostered in about half of ESPN or Yahoo leagues, helping managers find true hidden gems.

Another Mets rookie is ready for fantasy consideration, as Brandon Sproat joins Brad Keller and Andrew Benintendi in the spotlight. Each player may offer a spark for teams needing late-season help.

The New England Patriots have already released 15 players, leaving them with 76 athletes still on the active roster. With 23 more moves required by the Tuesday 4 p.m. deadline, the NFL waiver wire will play a critical role in shaping the team.