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Should I start Gunnar Helm or LeQuint Allen Jr. this week? Week 8 PPR (2026)

THE FF CALL

Start Gunnar Helm

+2.7 projected edge ยท PPR

Start Gunnar Helm over LeQuint Allen Jr. for Week 8 PPR: 4.0 projected points versus 1.3.

  • Gunnar Helm: 1.2 FP recent scoring average; 1.25% matchup lift against CIN.
  • LeQuint Allen Jr.: 0.0 FP recent scoring average; 2.5% matchup lift against IND.

Forecast updated ยท PPR

Gunnar Helm
Why this pick?

Gunnar Helm

Fortified4.0
ESPN3.9
Sleeper5.6
FantasyProsโ€”

Gunnar Helm faces CIN in Week 8. Recent scoring average: 1.2 fantasy points. The position-specific defensive matchup adjusts the forecast up 1.25%.

LeQuint Allen Jr.

Fortified1.3
ESPN0.9
Sleeper1.8
FantasyProsโ€”

LeQuint Allen Jr. faces IND in Week 8. Recent scoring average: 0.0 fantasy points. The position-specific defensive matchup adjusts the forecast up 2.5%.

Gunnar Helm projects for 4.0 points in PPR scoring, 2.7 more than LeQuint Allen Jr.. 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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