Fantasy Points Allowed: Key Matchups for Week 8

As Week 8 of the NFL season arrives, four teams are on bye, affecting player rankings and forcing fantasy managers to consider bench players. The analysis utilizes the FantasyPros Fantasy Points Allowed tool to identify favorable and unfavorable matchups.

Geno Smith is highlighted as a streaming option against the Raiders, who allow the fifth-most fantasy points to quarterbacks. Smith has performed well in previous matchups, including a strong showing against Miami.

In contrast, Caleb Williams faces a challenging matchup against the Seahawks, who have limited quarterbacks significantly. Rhamondre Stevenson is positioned as a solid RB2 against Miami, while Tony Pollard's role may diminish against the Bengals. Michael Wilson is noted as a viable WR2 option, while A.J. Brown's recent struggles make him a risky start. Chig Okonkwo could see increased targets following Terry McLaurin's injury, and Sam LaPorta faces a tough matchup against the Vikings' defense.