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Should I start Adam Trautman or Austin Ekeler this week? Week 8 Standard (2026)

THE FF CALL

Start Austin Ekeler

+2.6 projected edge ยท Standard

Start Austin Ekeler over Adam Trautman for Week 8 Standard: 3.3 projected points versus 0.7.

  • Adam Trautman: 0.0 FP recent scoring average; 5% matchup lift against KC.
  • Austin Ekeler: 2.0 FP recent scoring average.

Forecast updated ยท Standard

Austin Ekeler
Why this pick?

Austin Ekeler

Fortified3.3
ESPN2.6
Sleeper4.3
FantasyProsโ€”

Austin Ekeler faces PHI in Week 8. Recent scoring average: 2.0 fantasy points.

Adam Trautman

Fortified0.7
ESPN0.5
Sleeper0.9
FantasyProsโ€”

Adam Trautman faces KC in Week 8. Recent scoring average: 0.0 fantasy points. The position-specific defensive matchup adjusts the forecast up 5%.

Austin Ekeler projects for 3.3 points in standard scoring, 2.6 more than Adam Trautman. This is a projection-based recommendation, not a guarantee. Verify the latest injury report and active status before kickoff.

Updated Oct 26, 2026, 2:03 AM ET. Projections can change before kickoff.

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