Re: Middle pair, standard fold?
I think folding is the best play. You've got a weak made hand (middle pair no kicker) that's easily outdrawn if ahead (especially with the flush draw on board) and with little chance to improve if you're behind (I give you 4 outs), plus you're out of position with 6 players left to act behind you (the SB could check-raise). The only positive argument for not folding is the size of the pot (currently 9 SB and it'll only get bigger).
If you were sure there'd be no raise behind you, this is an easy call, but you don't want to call a raise with this hand.
However, if you're going to play this hand, I'd raise. It's not guaranteed that the BB has you beat. You won't get a flush or straight draw to fold, but you're happy if any overcards or big single diamonds fold.
Fold >> raise > call
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