Buffalo Bills running back James Cook should be started with confidence as the team travels to Carolina to face the Panthers in Week 8. While the Bills have struggled through back-to-back losses, they should be back on track following their Week 7 bye. Cook's success has driven the offense to this point, as he's averaging 21.3 fantasy points in wins, but just 6.8 in their losses. Cook remains the featured back in Buffalo and should continue to see consistent targets in the passing game, making him a lock for fantasy lineups. Look for the Bills to bounce back, as they will need to be firing on all cylinders before their Week 9 matchup with the Chiefs.

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Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen remains a must-start QB1 option despite a tough Week 8 matchup against a top-10 Carolina Panthers defense. Allen has eclipsed the 20-point mark in four of six games this season, proving his worth as the most consistent quarterback in the league. Allen managed 17.4 fantasy points in his last game, against the Falcons, who allow the second-fewest points to opposing quarterbacks. Allen remains a matchup-proof option the rest of the way, with a high floor due to his scrambling ability.

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Pittsburgh Steelers kicker Chris Boswell drilled all four of his extra-point tries and converted his lone field goal in a Week 7 loss to the Cincinnati Bengals. He should be equally, if not more, involved in a Week 8 showdown with the Green Bay Packers. Sunday night's contest is expected to be a closely contested, moderately high-scoring affair. Green Bay has been solid defensively this season and has done a good job keeping opponents out of the end zone, surrendering the eighth-fewest touchdowns per contest. That should set up additional field-goal opportunities for Boswell, who remains a steady fantasy option at home. The 34-year-old comes in at No. 10 in RotoBaller's kicker rankings this week and should remain in starting lineups.

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Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Jonnu Smith found the end zone last week and should stay involved when facing the Green Bay Packers in Week 8. Despite the return of wide receiver Calvin Austin III (shoulder), Smith carries some upside as a pass-catcher in this matchup, with Green Bay surrendering the second-most fantasy points per game to opposing tight ends. Still, both Pat Freiermuth and Darnell Washington also played well in Week 7, making it difficult to rely on any of the three for fantasy purposes. Smith is the best bet to produce, however, as the team leader in targets and snaps at the position. While he can be started in a pinch, the veteran is best viewed as a middling TE2 this week.

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Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Pat Freiermuth finally broke through for fantasy purposes in Week 7 with 111 yards and two touchdowns and will hope to stay involved in a Sunday night bout with the Green Bay Packers. Green Bay has surrendered the second-most fantasy points per game to opposing tight ends, so while at least one of Freiermuth, Jonnu Smith, or Darnell Washington could deliver, it is tough to predict who. It was encouraging to see Freiermuth log a 65% snap share last week, but fantasy managers would be wise to take a wait-and-see approach before inserting him into starting lineups. The fifth-year pro checks in as the TE25 in RotoBaller's Week 8 rankings.

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Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (shoulder) was a full participant in practice all week and does not carry an injury designation into a Sunday night showdown with the Green Bay Packers. Operating as the team's WR2, Austin showed flashes of chemistry with quarterback Aaron Rodgers over the first four weeks of the season. While he's unlikely to outproduce DK Metcalf most weeks, Austin's explosiveness gives him big-play potential in the right matchups. The Packers have been middle-of-the-road against opposing receivers this season, and with this contest carrying a healthy projected point total, Austin could see a bump in usage. He's not quite on the fantasy radar in most formats, but the 26-year-old offers boom-or-bust flex appeal in deeper leagues.

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Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf had a disappointing outing in Week 7 but is poised to bounce back against the Green Bay Packers on Sunday night. The Packers have been strong against the run and average against the pass, setting up a favorable game script for quarterback Aaron Rodgers and his weapons. Even with fellow wideout Calvin Austin III (shoulder) returning to the lineup, Metcalf remains the focal point of Pittsburgh's passing attack. He leads the Steelers in all major receiving categories and is tied for the team lead in red zone targets. With this contest projected to feature plenty of scoring, Metcalf profiles as a high-end WR2 and a must-start fantasy option in most formats.

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New York Jets quarterback Tyrod Taylor (knee) has been ruled out for his team's Week 8 matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals due to a knee injury, per Brian Costello of the New York Post. There had been speculation that Taylor would take over for the struggling Justin Fields under center for the 0-7 Jets, but that will not be the case in Week 8. Costello writes that Fields will be the team's starting quarterback against Cincinnati, with rookie Brady Cook serving as the backup. Fields has completed 63.7% of his pass attempts for 845 yards, four touchdowns, and zero interceptions across six games so far this season. He's also rushed 42 times for 257 yards and three scores, which allows him to maintain fantasy appeal. The Bengals have allowed opponents to score over 30 points per game on average this season, so there's an opportunity for Fields to produce in Week 8.

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Washington Commanders wide receiver Deebo Samuel Sr. (heel) is "good to go" for his team's Week 8 matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs on Monday night, per NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. Samuel Sr. was sidelined in Week 7 due to a heel injury. Across six games so far this season, the 29-year-old has recorded 34 catches for 315 yards and three touchdowns on 43 targets. Samuel Sr. has been Washington's top option in the passing game for much of 2025, although that may change with Commanders wideout Terry McLaurin (quad) also set to return in Week 8 after missing the team's last four games due to a quad injury. Still, Samuel Sr. could see close to double-digit touches against Kansas City. He profiles as a low-end fantasy WR2 in Week 8.

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Pittsburgh Steelers running back Jaylen Warren is coming off his best performance of the season and will look to stay hot against the Green Bay Packers in Week 8. On paper, this is not a favorable matchup for Warren, as the Packers surrender the third-fewest fantasy points per contest and fourth-fewest yards per carry to opposing running backs. However, Green Bay has given up the second-most receptions per game to the position, and Warren remains a key weapon in Pittsburgh's passing attack. This Sunday night showdown carries a healthy projected point total, suggesting enough offensive volume to keep Warren involved. Fantasy managers can continue to trust the fourth-year back as a solid RB2 in all formats.

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Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin (quad) is "good to go" and will play in his team's Week 8 matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs on Monday night, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. McLaurin has missed each of his team's last four games due to a quad injury. In three games before getting injured, the 30-year-old recorded 10 catches for 149 yards on 17 targets. Given his long layoff, Washington may choose to limit his snaps in Week 8 and re-integrate him into the offense slowly. Additionally, McLaurin will be playing with backup quarterback Marcus Mariota, who is filling in for the injured Jayden Daniels (hamstring). Both of those factors should lead fantasy managers to temper expectations for McLaurin. Still, he profiles as a low-end WR3/flex option in Week 8 against Kansas City.

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ESPN's Adam Schefter reports that Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (hamstring) will remain sidelined for his team's Week 8 matchup against the Chicago Bears and is expected to make his return in Week 9 against the Miami Dolphins. Jackson will miss his third consecutive game after suffering a hamstring injury in Week 4. In his absence, Baltimore will turn to Tyler Huntley at quarterback in Week 8. Huntley replaced Cooper Rush at quarterback in Baltimore's 17-3 Week 6 loss to the Los Angeles Rams, completing 10 of 15 pass attempts for 68 yards, adding 39 yards as a rusher on three carries. Huntley brings a dual-threat element with his rushing ability, but he should be avoided by fantasy managers due to his limitations as a passer. Fantasy managers would also be wise to downgrade Baltimore's skill position players based on how the team's offense has struggled when Jackson has been sidelined this season.

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Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers has thrown 14 touchdown passes through his first six games of the season and appears set for another solid outing against the team that drafted him, the Green Bay Packers. A victory on Sunday night would make Rodgers just the fifth quarterback in NFL history to defeat all 32 teams. Though Green Bay's defense has shown flashes of excellence, it has been middle-of-the-pack against opposing signal-callers and far more effective against the run. If Pittsburgh is forced to lean on the passing game, Rodgers will have his full complement of weapons, with wide receiver Calvin Austin III (shoulder) suiting up for the first time since Week 4. While the 41-year-old can't be considered a must-start, he offers plenty of upside in this revenge spot and can be viewed as a high-end QB2 with streaming appeal.

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New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart has been a dynamic player since taking over as his team's starter in Week 4. Across six games (four starts) this season, Dart has completed 60.2% of his pass attempts for 791 yards, seven touchdowns, and three interceptions. He's been most impressive with his legs, rushing for 178 yards and three touchdowns on 37 attempts. Dart and the Giants will travel to Philadelphia to take on the Eagles in Week 8, which marks the second time in the last three weeks that these two teams will square off. Dart played well in his first game against Philadelphia, recording 253 total yards and two touchdowns. However, it's worth noting that the Eagles played the entire game without star defensive lineman Jalen Carter and most of the game without top cornerback Quinyon Mitchell, both of whom will be active in Week 8. Dart's rushing ability gives him a safe fantasy floor, but he may have a difficult time as a passer in a tough road matchup. He profiles as a borderline fantasy QB1 in Week 8 against the Eagles.

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Chicago Bears rookie tight end Colston Loveland is in line for a major opportunity in Week 8. Through five games, Loveland has managed just eight receptions for 78 yards, leaving fantasy managers underwhelmed. However, with starter Cole Kmet (back) ruled out, the rookie is expected to take on a full-time role for the first time this season. Kmet has consistently played over 80% of the snaps, while Loveland has hovered around 47%, but that should spike this week. The Bears face the Baltimore Ravens, who have allowed the eighth-most fantasy points to tight ends in 2025. This matchup gives Loveland a real chance to make an impact, as he profiles as a low-end TE1 in his first game as Chicago's lead tight end.

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NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reports that Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (hamstring) ran the scout team during practice on Friday, which could be "an indication that the two-time MVP is a week away from returning." Jackson has been sidelined since injuring his hamstring in Week 4. He was able to practice in full on Friday, but it appears there is real concern that he will not be able to play in Week 8 against the Chicago Bears. If Jackson is unable to go, veteran quarterback Tyler Huntley is in line to start against Chicago. In 26 career games (14 starts), Huntley has completed 64.7% of his pass attempts for 2,854 yards, 11 touchdowns, and 10 interceptions. Should Jackson be cleared to play, he remains a must-start fantasy quarterback, but fantasy managers should likely lower their expectations for what he will do as a rusher. If Huntley gets the start, fantasy managers would likely be wise to avoid Huntley and significantly downgrade key Ravens skill position pieces such as wide receiver Zay Flowers and running back Derrick Henry.

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Chicago Bears wide receiver Olamide Zaccheaus has cooled off after a promising start to the 2025 season. Through six games, Zaccheaus has caught 18 of 31 targets for 152 yards, ranking as the WR83 on a per-game basis. He's operated as the team's WR3, playing 58% of the snaps, ahead of rookie Luther Burden III (26%). However, with Chicago shifting toward a run-heavy approach, Zaccheaus' fantasy value continues to fade. He draws an appealing Week 8 matchup against a Ravens defense that has allowed the sixth-most fantasy points to wide receivers, but he remains too risky to start, especially with Burden starting to carve out a larger role in the offense.

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Cincinnati Bengals tight end Noah Fant finished the Week 7 win over the Pittsburgh Steelers by catching all four targets for 44 yards. He also scored a touchdown, his first visit to the end zone since the Week 1 meeting with the Cleveland Browns. With Mike Gesicki (pectoral) out of commission and sitting on the Injured Reserve list, Fant should continue to see the most snaps at the position for the foreseeable future. The Bengals offense looked fantastic in Week 7, totaling 33 points. However, even if Joe Flacco and company stay as hot in the Week 8 encounter with the New York Jets, Fant is still hard to trust as long as Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins are in the equation. As result, the 27-year-old should be viewed as nothing more than a risky streaming option for managers in all fantasy formats.

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AtlantaFalcons kicker Parker Romo is an option for fantasy managers in Week 8's matchup with the Dolphins on Sunday. The 28-year-old is just 4-for-7 over the last four games after a 5-for-5 performance against the Vikings in Week 2, although his three misses were from 49 yards, 55 yards, and one was blocked. Romo draws a favorable matchup in Week 8, as the Falcons are favored by more than a touchdown with an implied point total of 26. It is also a home game, so there will be no weather to contend with. Additionally, Miami has yielded the third-most fantasy points to opposing kickers and is allowing over 29 points per game this season, so chalk Romo up as a viable kicking option for Sunday's contest, although he ranks just outside the top 12.

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Washington Commanders wide receiver Deebo Samuel Sr. (heel) was seen practicing ahead of Monday night's matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs. Samuel missed last week's game due to a heel bruise, but after fully participating in practice all week, he's expected to suit up in Week 8. With Terry McLaurin also trending toward a return, the Commanders' receiving corps will be back at full strength for the first time since Week 3. However, they'll face a tough test against a Chiefs defense that has allowed the third-fewest fantasy points to wide receivers this season. Samuel remains a fantasy starter, but he carries added risk due to the difficult matchup and McLaurin's likely return, which could impact his target share.

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