October 26, 2025
Miami Dolphins quarterback
Tua Tagovailoa (illness) has been added to the injury report ahead of today's game against the Atlanta Falcons. However, he does not carry an injury designation and will play. Tagovailoa is looking to bounce back from an ugly loss to the Cleveland Browns in which he threw three interceptions and was benched for
Quinn Ewers. Unfortunately for the signal caller, the Falcons have allowed the second-fewest fantasy points to opposing quarterbacks this year, even fewer than the Browns. Atlanta's six interceptions and seven passing touchdowns allowed do not bode well for Tagovailoa as he fights for his job in Week 8. He can be avoided in most fantasy leagues.
--Andersen PickardSource: Adam Schefter
October 26, 2025
Denver Broncos wide receiver
Marvin Mims Jr. saw a season-high workload last week, and he'll look to carry that momentum into Sunday's Week 8 contest against the Dallas Cowboys. Mims tied his season-high snap share (53%) in last week's victory and caught six of seven targets for 85 yards. His involvement took a significant leap, which is a very encouraging sign for this weekend's contest against Dallas. The Cowboys have played in plenty of shootouts this year, and we could see a similar scenario unfold on Sunday. Dallas has allowed the most offense (401.6 yards per game) this season, as well as the most passing yards per game (260.3). Meanwhile, the Cowboys' defense has allowed the most fantasy points to opposing receivers in 2025, as well as the third-most receiving yards (1,182) and the most touchdowns (12). There is an opportunity for several Broncos pass catchers to feast on Sunday, and Mims is one of them. As a deep threat with an increased role on offense, Mims has suddenly emerged as a potential WR3/flex in deeper leagues.
--Andersen PickardSource: RotoBaller
October 26, 2025
Minnesota Vikings quarterback
J.J. McCarthy (ankle) is expected to start against the Detroit Lions in Week 9, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. While Rapoport had previously reported that McCarthy would be the starter when healthy, his exact timetable for returning remained up in the air. Now, we have some clarity that the second-year quarterback should be active next weekend, barring a setback. Minnesota has managed to play 3-4 football despite starting
Carson Wentz for five of its seven games, but it still ranks last in the NFC North as the division's only team below .500. McCarthy will face a tough task in his first game back, as the Lions are 5-2 with a strong defensive front. On a positive note, Detroit's defense has allowed the 10th-most fantasy points to opposing quarterbacks in 2025, so Minnesota's signal-caller could have a solid performance. The 22-year-old ranks as a mid-range QB2 ahead of his third game this season -- and his first since Week 2.
--Andersen PickardSource: Ian Rapoport
October 26, 2025
Cincinnati Bengals quarterback
Joe Flacco has momentum on his side as he prepares for a favorable Week 8 matchup against the New York Jets. Flacco is coming off one of his best games in recent memory, completing 31 passes for 342 yards and three touchdowns while surrendering zero turnovers. He looks like a completely different quarterback than the Flacco who was benched by the Browns and subsequently traded just a few weeks ago. While we don't expect the veteran to replicate last week's line every game, it was encouraging to see him break out because it confirms that he's at least capable of throwing the football effectively while limiting turnovers. It also provided optimism for fantasy managers with
Ja'Marr Chase and
Tee Higgins. The 40-year-old is on track to have another productive game against the 0-7 Jets, who have allowed the ninth-most fantasy points to opposing quarterbacks despite having a secondary anchored by Sauce Gardner. Flacco is a mid-range fantasy QB2 with legitimate QB1 upside.
--Andersen PickardSource: RotoBaller
October 26, 2025
New York Giants edge rusher Brian Burns (hip) told reporters that he expects to play in Sunday's Week 8 contest against the Philadelphia Eagles despite being listed as questionable, according to NFL.com's Ian Rapoport. Burns missed two practices this week before logging a limited session on Friday. The 27-year-old has not yet missed a game this season, amassing 34 tackles, nine sacks, and one forced fumble while ranking as one of the best defensive players in fantasy football. His presence on Sunday is huge for the Giants' defense, as well as fantasy managers in IDP leagues.
--Andersen PickardSource: Ian Rapoport
October 26, 2025
Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Trey Hendrickson (hip) is expected to play in Sunday's Week 8 contest against the New York Jets, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. The 30-year-old had played in six games, registering 15 tackles and four sacks, before missing last week's contest against the Steelers. He is now healthy again and will return to the defensive mix following a one-game absence. Widely regarded as one of the best defensive players in the league, Hendrickson should offer an immediate boost to Cincinnati's defense in his return.
--Andersen PickardSource: Ian Rapoport
October 26, 2025
Houston Texans wide receiver
Xavier Hutchinson is expected to handle a significant workload against the San Francisco 49ers in Week 8 after
Nico Collins (concussion) and
Christian Kirk (hamstring) were both ruled out. Hutchinson played a season-high 78 percent of the snaps last weekend, so we know he's capable of getting on the field at a high rate. He only caught one pass in that game, but in Week 5 against Baltimore, he had three catches for 18 yards and a pair of touchdowns. The 25-year-old may still lose some opportunities to
Jayden Higgins and
Jaylin Noel, but if there's ever an opportunity for Hutchinson to break out, it's this Sunday with Collins and Kirk sidelined. Hutchinson has low-end WR3/flex appeal in deeper leagues.
--Andersen PickardSource: RotoBaller
October 26, 2025
New York Jets tight end
Mason Taylor (quad) is expected to suit up for Sunday's Week 8 matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals. He popped up on the injury report on Thursday and was able to get through a limited practice session on Friday. Barring any setbacks, Taylor should be out there for this weekend's matchup. Taylor could have a larger role than normal with the Jets shorthanded on offensive playmakers. If healthy, the rookie tight end makes for a possible flex play.
--Andy WebbSource: Ian Rapoport
October 26, 2025
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver
Drake London (hip) was a late addition to the injury report on Friday. The organization plans to check on London on Sunday morning to determine whether or not he'll be able to play against the Miami Dolphins in Week 8. His absence would be a huge hit to this offense. If he's unable to play,
Darnell Mooney and
Kyle Pitts Sr. would see their value skyrocket with
Kirk Cousins under center this weekend. If active, London is a solid WR1, but fantasy managers will need to check back soon for another update.
--Andy WebbSource: Adam Schefter
October 26, 2025
Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver
Jakobi Meyers hasn't been quiet about wanting to be traded. Despite that, the Raiders aren't going to let Meyers go for free. The organization said they're only willing to trade Meyers if they get strong value in return. Coming into Week 8, Meyers has 29 receptions with 329 receiving yards and no touchdowns. The 28-year-old hauled in a career-high 87 receptions last season, but isn't having the same success. The Raiders offense is struggling and Meyers could certainly benefit from a move elsewhere. We'll see if any organization is willing to pay the right price to acquire the 28-year-old.
--Andy WebbSource: Ryan McFadden
October 26, 2025
The Tennessee Titans are reportedly open to making trades ahead of the deadline. Unsurprisingly, the struggling Titans are likely to move some veterans given their season is basically a lost cause. Names such as
Tony Pollard,
Calvin Ridley, and many others veterans should be available. However, the Titans have made it known they aren't willing to trade rookie quarterback
Cameron Ward or star defensive end Jeffery Simmons. It sounds like the Titans are willing to trade, but won't move their most important players.
--Andy WebbSource: Adam Schefter
October 26, 2025
New Orleans Saints wide receiver
Brandin Cooks could be dealt ahead of the trade deadline. The Saints season isn't going anywhere, so they might as well get something for the veteran wideout. If traded, Cooks would make history as the most traded player before the deadline. Ahead of Week 8, Cooks has 14 receptions for 127 receiving yards and has been held out of the end zone. The 32-year-old hasn't experienced much success in 2025, but can still contribute in this league. The Saints offense has struggled badly, so a move elsewhere should help Cooks' value.
--Andy WebbSource: Ian Rapoport
October 26, 2025
New Orleans Saints wide receiver
Rashid Shaheed is reportedly available for trade ahead of the deadline. The Saints don't appear willing to move
Chris Olave, but Shaheed can be moved for the right price. Coming into Week 8, Shaheed has 30 receptions for 356 receiving yards with two touchdowns. The 27-year-old is set to be a free agent after this season. He's not a No.1 wideout, but could still help a contending organization in need of a wideout. His fantasy value would likely rise on a better offense.
--Andy WebbSource: Adam Schefter
October 26, 2025
According to NFL Media's Ian Rapoport, New York Jets running back
Breece Hall (knee) is expected to play in Sunday's game against the Bengals. The 24-year-old was limited to 38 yards off 11 carries in the Week 7 loss to the Carolina Panthers. He also picked up a knee injury, limiting him in practice on Wednesday and Thursday. While Hall managed to log a full session on Friday, his presence still wasn't enough to dodge a questionable designation for Week 8. The Jets' injury report is loaded, with
Garrett Wilson (knee),
Tyrod Taylor (knee), and
Josh Reynolds (hip) all ruled out. As a result, it could be a busy day for Hall versus a Bengals defense that has allowed the most fantasy points to opposing backs throughout the 2025 campaign, giving him plenty of upside for managers in any format.
--Dennis ClausenSource: Ian Rapoport
October 26, 2025
According to NFL Media's Ian Rapoport, Chicago Bears running back
D'Andre Swift (groin) is expected to play in Sunday's game against the Baltimore Ravens. The 26-year-old has been dealing with the groin issue for a few weeks. However, it didn't stop him from suiting up for the Week 7 win over the New Orleans Saints. It also didn't prevent him from amassing 124 yards and a touchdown off 19 touches. While Swift should continue to split carries out of the backfield with rookie
Kyle Monangai, he's still a solid fantasy option for the meeting with the Ravens, a team that has struggled to slow down opposing fantasy running backs throughout the 2025 campaign.
--Dennis ClausenSource: Ian Rapoport
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