Week 8 Start 'Em, Sit 'Em: Fantasy Football Guide

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Navigating Week 8 of the fantasy football season requires making crucial start 'em, sit 'em decisions to optimize your lineup. With bye weeks and injuries impacting rosters, strategic choices can be the difference between a win and a loss. — Accused Of Everything: New Show Sparks Controversy

Quarterbacks: Start 'Em

  • QB1: Patrick Mahomes (vs. Denver Broncos): Mahomes is a weekly must-start due to his high ceiling and consistent production.
  • QB2: Josh Allen (vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers): Allen's dual-threat ability makes him a reliable option, even against tough defenses.
  • Sleeper: Jordan Love (vs. Minnesota Vikings): Love has shown flashes of potential and could be a sneaky play against a vulnerable Vikings secondary.

Quarterbacks: Sit 'Em

  • QB1: Russell Wilson (vs. Kansas City Chiefs): Wilson has struggled with consistency, making him a risky start against a strong Chiefs defense.
  • QB2: Matthew Stafford (vs. Dallas Cowboys): Stafford faces a tough matchup against the Cowboys' pass rush, limiting his upside.
  • Avoid: Kenny Pickett (vs. Jacksonville Jaguars): Pickett's struggles continue, making him a stay-away option in most leagues.

Running Backs: Start 'Em

  • RB1: Christian McCaffrey (vs. Cincinnati Bengals): McCaffrey's versatility makes him a weekly lock in all formats.
  • RB2: Bijan Robinson (vs. Tennessee Titans): Robinson's workload and talent make him a must-start, regardless of the matchup.
  • Flex: D'Andre Swift (vs. Washington Commanders): Swift has emerged as a reliable option in the Eagles' backfield, offering flex appeal.

Running Backs: Sit 'Em

  • RB1: Najee Harris (vs. Jacksonville Jaguars): Harris has been inconsistent, making him a risky start against a tough Jaguars defense.
  • RB2: Dameon Pierce (vs. Carolina Panthers): Pierce's struggles continue, making him a stay-away option in most leagues.
  • Avoid: Khalil Herbert (vs. Los Angeles Chargers): Herbert is injured.

Wide Receivers: Start 'Em

  • WR1: Tyreek Hill (vs. New England Patriots): Hill's speed and big-play ability make him a weekly must-start.
  • WR2: Cooper Kupp (vs. Dallas Cowboys): Kupp is a target hog when healthy.
  • Sleeper: Christian Watson (vs. Minnesota Vikings): Watson has the potential for a big game against a vulnerable Vikings secondary.

Wide Receivers: Sit 'Em

  • WR1: Courtland Sutton (vs. Kansas City Chiefs): Sutton faces a tough matchup against the Chiefs' secondary, limiting his upside.
  • WR2: Michael Thomas (vs. Indianapolis Colts): Thomas has been inconsistent, making him a risky start in most leagues.
  • Avoid: Skyy Moore (vs. Denver Broncos): Moore has failed to establish himself as a reliable option in the Chiefs' offense.

Tight Ends: Start 'Em

  • TE1: Travis Kelce (vs. Denver Broncos): Kelce is a weekly must-start due to his elite talent and consistent production.
  • TE2: Mark Andrews (vs. Arizona Cardinals): Andrews is a reliable target in the Ravens' offense, offering TE1 upside.
  • Streamer: Luke Musgrave (vs. Minnesota Vikings): Musgrave could be a sneaky play against a vulnerable Vikings defense.

Tight Ends: Sit 'Em

  • TE1: Pat Freiermuth (vs. Jacksonville Jaguars): Freiermuth has struggled with consistency, making him a risky start in most leagues.
  • TE2: Tyler Higbee (vs. Dallas Cowboys): Higbee faces a tough matchup against the Cowboys' defense, limiting his upside.
  • Avoid: Logan Thomas (vs. Philadelphia Eagles): Thomas is banged up.

Making informed start 'em, sit 'em decisions is crucial for fantasy football success. Analyze matchups, consider player performance, and stay updated on the latest news to optimize your lineup and secure a victory in Week 8. Good luck! — AFL Grand Final Tickets: How To Score Yours!