New Orleans Saints rookie running back Devin Neal has seen very limited usage so far this season, recording just three carries for 10 yards in the three games he's been active for. However, with Saints back Kendre Miller (knee) suffering a season-ending knee injury in Week 7, Neal now slots into the team's RB2 role behind veteran Alvin Kamara. Before getting injured, Miller had recorded at least nine touches in four consecutive games. There's no guarantee that Neal will assume the same workload that Miller had. However, there's no question that Neal's role in the offense will grow to some degree. The Saints have a tough matchup in Week 8 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, who are allowing just 3.9 yards per carry. That makes Neal tough to trust for fantasy managers in Week 8. Still, Neal could be a player worth stashing in deep leagues for his season-long upside.

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Kansas City Chiefs running back Kareem Hunt (ankle) is off the injury report and "good to go" for his team's Week 8 matchup against the Washington Commanders on Monday night, per Tom Pelissero of NFL Network. Hunt suffered an ankle injury during Kansas City's Week 7 win over the Las Vegas Raiders. He was able to return to the game, but recorded a season-low four touches. Across seven games this season, Hunt has recorded 260 yards from scrimmage and three touchdowns on 60 total touches. The Chiefs have split backfield work between Hunt, Isiah Pacheco, and Brashard Smith so far in 2025. Given that Hunt was limited in practice this week due to the ankle injury, he's unlikely to have a workhorse role against Washington. At best, Hunt profiles as a deep-league desperation flex option for fantasy managers in Week 8.

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New York Giants wide receiver Lil'Jordan Humphrey has appeared in two games this season, recording four catches for 55 yards on 10 targets. All four of his catches and eight of his targets came in Week 6 against the Philadelphia Eagles. Humphrey and the Giants will face Philadelphia for the second time in three weeks in Week 8. However, New York will have wide receiver Darius Slayton back on the field after Slayton missed Week 6 due to a hamstring injury. Slayton's return to the lineup appears likely to relegate Humphrey to a minimal role in the Giants' offense. Humphrey does not project to provide fantasy-relevant production in Week 8 and should be avoided by fantasy managers.

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Buffalo Bills kicker Matt Prater enters Week 8 as a must-start option facing off against Carolina. The Panthers rank as a top-10 defense in yards allowed, and have allowed scores on just 37.7% of drives, ranking No. 12 currently. The Panthers' ability to slow offenses could lead to multiple opportunities for Prater to put up points this week. The Bills maintain a high-powered offense that can score on anyone, and Prater should benefit again this week.

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New York Giants wide receiver Darius Slayton will return to the field in Week 8 against the Philadelphia Eagles after missing each of his team's last two games due to a hamstring injury. Slayton has recorded 12 catches for 166 yards on 18 targets across five games so far this season. However, he recorded a season-high six targets in Week 5, the lone game he has played in since star Giants wideout Malik Nabers (knee) was lost for the season with a knee injury. Slayton recorded 14 catches for 179 yards and a touchdown on 22 targets across the two games that Nabers missed in 2024. The Giants have a difficult matchup on the road against the Eagles in Week 8. Philadelphia has allowed the second-fewest receiving touchdowns (seven) in the NFL in 2025. Still, Slayton has clear target volume upside and profiles as a low-end WR4/flex option for fantasy managers in Week 8.

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Buffalo Bills tight end Dawson Knox could continue to see the bulk of the snap share, as Dalton Kincaid (oblique) remains questionable for Week 8. Despite the increased opportunities, Knox has failed to cash in. The seven-year veteran saw just two targets in their last game, but did haul in a 19-yard touchdown. Knox remains a touchdown-dependent play this week, but with the other weapons on the team, he is hard to trust for fantasy purposes. The Bills will need to limit the Panthers' offense to give the team extra opportunities against a stingy top-10 defense this week.

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Buffalo Bills wide receiver Khalil Shakir should be viewed as a flex play heading into a tough Week 8 matchup with the Panthers' ninth-ranked pass defense. Shakir leads the Bills with 25 receptions on the year, operating in an efficient passing game led by quarterback Josh Allen. With Dalton Kincaid (oblique) questionable for Sunday, the 25-year-old receiver could see an uptick in his target share and red zone usage. Look for the Bills to apply pressure on the defense early, and turn the game into a shootout to put pressure on Panthers backup quarterback Andy Dalton.

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Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Trey Hendrickson (hip) is expected to play in Week 8 against the New York Jets, according to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler. Hendrickson missed Cincinnati's Week 7 win over the Pittsburgh Steelers due to a hip issue. The 30-year-old has recorded four sacks, eight QB hits, and a forced fumble across six games played in 2025. Pro Football Focus has graded Hendrickson as the 10th-best edge rusher in the NFL so far this season, so his presence on the field makes a huge impact for the Bengals' defense. Jets quarterback Justin Fields has taken 22 sacks in six games this season, meaning Hendrickson could be well-positioned for a monster game in Week 8.

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Buffalo Bills wide receiver Keon Coleman continues to operate as an every-down receiver, logging 86% of the team's snaps in Week 6. Despite the playing time, Coleman has failed to eclipse 50 receiving yards in any game since their Week 1 matchup with the Ravens. With his target share limited, Coleman has become tough to trust on an offense that has spread the ball around in the passing game and leaned heavily on their rushing attack. With Joshua Palmer (knee/ankle) out and Dalton Kincaid (oblique) questionable, Coleman could see a rise in targets, but will need to show some consistency before jumping back into a fantasy lineup. Continue to proceed cautiously with the young receiver.

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Buffalo Bills running back Ray Davis hauled in two receptions, including a touchdown against the Falcons in Week 6. Despite his season-high production, Davis remains strictly a handcuff for James Cook, as he has seen less than three touches in every game outside of the team's Week 2 blowout of the Jets. Davis accounts for just 7% of the team's rushing attempts this season, and has been targeted just four times in the passing game. Expect to see a hard-fought matchup with a stingy Panthers defense that will likely keep the Bills starters on the field throughout the game, making Davis nothing more than a handcuff for Cook.

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Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders (back) is a late addition to the injury report due to a back injury and is officially listed as questionable for his team's Week 8 matchup against the New England Patriots. The Browns announced that quarterback Bailey Zappe was elevated from the practice squad for Week 8, and Zappe appears likely to serve as the team's backup to Dillon Gabriel if Sanders is unable to play against New England. Sanders has yet to make his NFL debut and has served as Cleveland's QB2 since the team traded away former starter Joe Flacco in early October. In three starts since taking over for Flacco, Gabriel has thrown for 527 yards and two touchdowns. Sanders may get his opportunity at some point this season, but it appears unlikely to be in Week 8.

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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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