Strong Chance Sterling Shepard Sits Out In Week 8

There is a "strong possibility" that New York Giants wide receiver Sterling Shepard (concussion) remains out in Week 8 against the Lions, according to head coach Pat Shurmur. Shepard could still get cleared from the league's concussion protocol on Friday, but that seems unlikely with the team taking extra precaution since Shepard has had two […]

John Brown Should Deliver In Week 8

Buffalo Bills wide receiver John Brown has had at least five receptions in all but one game so far this year and has recorded over 65 receiving yards in all but one game as well. This week, Brown and the Bills face off against the Eagles, who have struggled mightily to contain receivers this year. […]

Marcell Dareus Having Surgery, Out 4-6 Weeks

Jacksonville Jaguars defensive tackle Marcell Dareus (abdomen) is having core muscle surgery on Thursday, according to sources. The procedure has a high rate of a full recovery and generally comes with a four- to six-week timetable for a return. Dareus is one of the team's best run-stopping defenders, so Jacksonville's D will be a little […]

Dede Westbrook Not Expected To Practice Thursday

Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Dede Westbrook (shoulder) is expected to be held out of practice for the second straight day Thursday. Receiver Marqise Lee (ankle) will also take a scheduled day off after being limited on Wednesday. Westbrook played through his shoulder ailment last week and had over 100 yards against the lowly Bengals. He'll […]

Adrian Peterson Expected To Play Thursday Night

Washington Redskins running back Adrian Peterson (ankle), who is questionable for Thursday night against the Vikings, said he's feeling good and is expected to play. The future Hall of Famer will be playing through pain if he does suit up, however, so he might not see his normal number of snaps against his old team. […]

T.J. Yeldon Not Worthy Of Rostering Or Starting

Buffalo Bills running back T.J. Yeldon was inactive in Week 7 due to the return of the team's No. 2 running back Devin Singletary. There is a good chance Yeldon will be inactive for the second straight week in Week 8, but regardless, there is no reason to consider rostering or starting Yeldon at this […]

Chris Godwin Is No. 1 In Fantasy Points Per Game

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin is No. 1 in fantasy points per game through eight weeks, averaging a whopping 26.2 points. His consistency has been phenomenal and seems to be improving each week. Godwin has done most of his damage away from Raymond James Stadium and will once again be traveling Week 8. […]

Frank Gore Is A Low-End RB2 In Week 8

Buffalo Bills running back Frank Gore had a disappointing showing in Week 7, gaining just 66 total yards on 12 touches against the lowly Dolphins Defense. This week, Gore faces a much more difficult task, an Eagles Defense that has allowed the 6th-fewest rushing yards per game this year. In addition to that, the team's […]

Devin Singletary Is Tough To Trust In Week 8

Buffalo Bills running back Devin Singletary made his return in Week 7 after missing over a month of action. Despite seeing seven carries in a favorable matchup against the Dolphins in Week 7, Singletary was only able to gain 26 yards, good for just 3.7 yards per carry. This week, the Bills face an Eagles […]

Josh Allen Is A Low-End QB1 in Week 8

Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen got the job done with a favorable matchup against the Dolphins in Week 7. He threw for 202 yards and two touchdowns while adding 32 rushing yards. He also didn't turn the ball over once. This week, the Bills face the Eagles, who have been obliterated by quarterbacks and receivers […]

Matt Bryant Is A Potential Low-End Starter In Week 8

Atlanta Falcons kicker Matt Bryant has converted seven of 10 field-goal attempts this year and 14 of 15 extra-point attempts. This week the Falcons face off against the Seahawks in a game that should be high scoring. The Falcons might be without quarterback Matt Ryan (ankle), who is currently questionable for the game. If Ryan […]

Falcons Defense Not Worth Consideration In Week 8

The Falcons Defense has been abysmal so far this year and has been the main contributing factor to the team's 1-6 record. This week they face the Seahawks, who have one of the league's most prolific offenses. The Seahawks rank fifth in the league in yards per game and they are scoring about 26 points […]

Matt Schaub Could Be A QB2 Starter

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Schaub could make his first start of the season in Week 8 if starter Matt Ryan (ankle) is unable to go. Ryan, who has started 163 consecutive games, seems about 50/50 at this point. If Schaub ends up getting the nod, he could be a starter in two-quarterback leagues, as he'd […]

Justin Hardy Not Worthy Of Starting In Week 8

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Justin Hardy should receive more opportunities going forward now that Mohamed Sanu is no longer with the team. However, the Falcons have a lot of mouths to feed in their passing game and Hardy will at best be the fourth option this week behind Julio Jones, Calvin Ridley and Austin Hooper. […]

Brian Hill Is Not A Viable Starting Option In Week 8

Atlanta Falcons running back Brian Hill figures to be the team's No. 2 running back in Week 8 as Ito Smith (concussion) has been ruled out. Hill received his first opportunities this year in Week 7 after Smith's injury and the ejection of No. 1 running back Devonta Freeman. Unfortunately, he didn't do too much […]

Austin Hooper Is A Must-Start Regardless Of QB

Atlanta Falcons tight end Austin Hooper has been absolutely fantastic for fantasy owners this year. He's caught 46 of his 55 targets for 526 yards and four touchdowns through seven games. This week, Hooper and the Falcons face the Seahawks. They might be without starting quarterback Matt Ryan (ankle), who is currently questionable while dealing […]

Calvin Ridley Is A WR2/WR3 Play In Week 8

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Calvin Ridley received a boost in his value going forward when the team traded away Mohamed Sanu, who had been targeted just two fewer times than Ridley on the season. Now, Ridley is the team's clear No. 2 receiver. Starting quarterback Matt Ryan (ankle) is currently questionable for Week 8 and […]

Devonta Freeman Is An RB2 In Week 8

Atlanta Falcons running back Devonta Freeman struggled mightily in Week 7 before being ejected in the third quarter. Freeman has had a difficult season as a whole, averaging just 3.5 yards per carry and tallying over 30 rushing yards just twice over seven games this year. However, he's been extremely involved in the passing game […]

Julio Jones Remains A WR1 In Week 8

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones hasn't found the end zone since Week 3 and there's a chance he'll be catching passes from backup quarterback Matt Schaub this week, but he's still a clear top-10 starter at the position. In Week 8, Jones and the Falcons face the Seahawks, who have been amongst the middle-of-the-pack […]

Ito Smith Ruled Out For Week 8

Atlanta Falcons running back Ito Smith (concussion) was ruled out for Week 8 early this week. He's yet to clear concussion protocol. Smith suffered the injury early in Week 7's game against the Rams and was carted off the field. With Smith out, No. 1 running back Devonta Freeman should see around 20 touches against […]

Matt Ryan Sits Out Wednesday's Practice

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (ankle) sat out Wednesday's practice while dealing with the high ankle sprain he suffered in Week 7. He is currently questionable for Week 8 against the Seahawks. Owners of Ryan need to keep an eye out for updates the next few days. Ryan has started a remarkable 163 consecutive games […]

Kyle Rudolph Is A Low-End TE2 In Week 8

Minnesota Vikings tight end Kyle Rudolph is coming off a solid game in Week 7 as he tallied five catches for 58 yards and a touchdown against the Detroit Lions. It was his first touchdown and his first time exceeding 36 receiving yards on the season. Rudolph may see a slight increase in targets due […]

Alexander Mattison Is An RB4 In Week 8

Minnesota Vikings running back Alexander Mattison has gotten at least seven carries in five of seven games this year, though he hasn't quite emerged as a player to consider starting, as he's still the clear backup to Dalvin Cook. That being said, Mattison could be in line for a sizeable workload this week, as the […]

Trent Taylor, Jalen Hurd Might Not Make It Back

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan said he's not optimistic that wide receivers Trent Taylor (foot) and Jalen Hurd (back) will make it back this season after they both had "a couple setbacks." Obviously neither wideout should be stashed in season-long leagues, but Hurd has appeal to those in dynasty/keeper setups. The 49ers just […]

Vikings Defense Is In A Great Spot Against Washington

The Vikings Defense gave up 30 points in a win over the Detroit Lions in Week 7 but still rank sixth in yards per game allowed and points per game allowed. They also have seven interceptions, 19 sacks, four fumble recoveries, and a safety on the season. They're presented with a golden matchup against Case […]

Dede Westbrook Misses Practice Wednesday

Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Dede Westbrook (neck, shoulder) did not practice on Wednesday. Marqise Lee (ankle), who missed Week 7, was limited. Westbrook was questionable for last Sunday's game but played and went over 100 yards against the Bengals injured and ineffective secondary. He'll have a good chance of playing this Sunday as long as […]

Kirk Cousins Is A QB1 Option In Week 8

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins has been silencing his critics the past three weeks, throwing for 977 yards and an impressive 10/1 TD/INT ratio. He's also coming off back-to-back outings with four touchdowns in wins over the Lions and Eagles. Cousins will be missing Adam Thielen (hamstring) this week, but it shouldn't matter much in […]

Dalvin Cook Is A Top Play Again In Week 8

Minnesota Vikings running back Dalvin Cook is leading the league with 725 rushing yards, a 5.5 yards-per-carry average and eight rushing touchdowns. He's the RB2 in half-PPR scoring behind Christian McCaffrey. You're starting him without hesitation in Week 8 against the Washington Redskins, who are allowing 134.4 yards per game on the ground. Cook could […]

Eric Fisher, Chris Jones Practice Wednesday

Kansas City Chiefs left tackle Eric Fisher (hernia) and defensive tackle Chris Jones (groin) both were limited in practice on Wednesday. Fisher has been out the last five game, while Jones has missed two straight. Fisher's return would be a positive development, as he might be blocking the blind side of backup Matt Moore if […]

Olabisi Johnson Is A Worthy Dart Throw Against Washington

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Olabisi Johnson had a productive game stepping in for Adam Thielen (hamstring) in Week 7, catching four of eight targets for 40 yards and a touchdown in the win. The rookie out of Colorado State is now in line for a spot start as the second receiver in Week 8, as […]