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Should I start Calvin Ridley or Max Bredeson this week? Week 8 PPR (2026)

THE FF CALL

Start Calvin Ridley

+3.0 projected edge ยท PPR

Start Calvin Ridley over Max Bredeson for Week 8 PPR: 3.1 projected points versus 0.1.

  • Calvin Ridley: 2.5 FP recent scoring average; 2.5% matchup reduction against CIN.

Forecast updated ยท PPR

Calvin Ridley
Why this pick?

Calvin Ridley

Fortified3.1
ESPN3.6
Sleeper2.9
FantasyProsโ€”

Calvin Ridley faces CIN in Week 8. Recent scoring average: 2.5 fantasy points. The position-specific defensive matchup adjusts the forecast down 2.5%.

Max Bredeson

Fortified0.1
ESPNโ€”
Sleeper0.1
FantasyProsโ€”

Max Bredeson faces DET in Week 8.

Calvin Ridley projects for 3.1 points in PPR scoring, 3.0 more than Max Bredeson. This is a projection-based recommendation, not a guarantee. Verify the latest injury report and active status before kickoff.

Updated Oct 26, 2026, 4:58 AM ET. Projections can change before kickoff.

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