Prepare for Fantasy Football Week 8: Stash These Players Now

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Prepare for Fantasy Football Week 8: Stash These Players Now

As Week 8 of fantasy football approaches, managers must strategically prepare for player bye weeks. The upcoming schedule will see six teams unavailable for selection: the Detroit Lions, Las Vegas Raiders, Los Angeles Rams, Arizona Cardinals, Seattle Seahawks, and Jacksonville Jaguars. This period, often referred to as “bye-mageddon,” demands careful planning to mitigate roster issues.

Key Players to Stash Before Week 8

Quarterbacks

Jared Goff and Sam Darnold are the leading quarterbacks affected by the Week 8 bye, both impactful scoring options. While Goff is widely available, consider adding:

Jaxson Dart – New York Giants (41.7% rostered); scored 23.6 PPR points in his Week 6 matchup against the Philadelphia Eagles.
J.J. McCarthy – Minnesota Vikings (29.5%); injury permitting, he hosts the Los Angeles Chargers.
Michael Penix Jr. – Atlanta Falcons (15.5%); will face the Miami Dolphins.
Joe Flacco – Cincinnati Bengals; he will challenge the New York Jets.

Running Backs

The running back position faces challenges with several high-profile players on bye. Consider these potential additions:

Kimani Vidal – Los Angeles Chargers (58.5%); a crucial fill-in option.
Woody Marks – Houston Texans (56%); likely to see increased volume this week against the San Francisco 49ers.
Kenneth Gainwell – Pittsburgh Steelers (59.5%).
Tyler Allgeier – Atlanta Falcons (34.2%).
Tyjae Spears – Tennessee Titans (27%).
Kendre Miller – New Orleans Saints (23.3%).

Wide Receivers

This week, three of the highest-scoring wide receivers will be absent. Managers should actively seek replacements. Notable options include:

Romeo Doubs – Green Bay Packers (59.4%); potentially a strong play against Pittsburgh.
Josh Downs – Indianapolis Colts (46.9%); facing the Titans.
Darnell Mooney – Atlanta Falcons (42.6%).
Kendrick Bourne – San Francisco 49ers (41.9%).
Kayshon Boutte – New England Patriots (20%).
Troy Franklin – Denver Broncos (33.7%).

Tight Ends

Several top tight ends are also on bye. Consider these players as potential pickups:

Harold Fannin Jr. – Cleveland Browns (46.3%); during his matchup against the Patriots in Week 8.
Mason Taylor – New York Jets (29.5%).
Cade Otton – Tampa Bay Buccaneers (17.5%).
Dalton Schultz – Houston Texans; another deeper league option.

Defense/Special Teams

As fantasy managers evaluate their defensive units, available streaming options for Week 8 include:

Buffalo Bills (51.4% rostered); matchup against Carolina.
Los Angeles Chargers (23.6%); facing Minnesota.
Atlanta Falcons (9.2%); hosting the Miami Dolphins.

Heading into Week 8, proactive decision-making is essential for fantasy football success. Stash these players now to navigate the upcoming bye weeks effectively, and ensure your roster remains competitive.