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Should I start AJ Dillon or Cade Otton this week? Week 8 Standard (2026)

THE FF CALL

Start Cade Otton

+2.0 projected edge ยท Standard

Start Cade Otton over AJ Dillon for Week 8 Standard: 4.2 projected points versus 2.2.

  • AJ Dillon: 0.7 FP recent scoring average; 8.75% matchup lift against GB.
  • Cade Otton: 2.2 FP recent scoring average.

Forecast updated ยท Standard

Cade Otton
Why this pick?

Cade Otton

Fortified4.2
ESPN4.4
Sleeper4.6
FantasyProsโ€”

Cade Otton faces ATL in Week 8. Recent scoring average: 2.2 fantasy points.

AJ Dillon

Fortified2.2
ESPN2.5
Sleeper1.6
FantasyProsโ€”

AJ Dillon faces GB in Week 8. Recent scoring average: 0.7 fantasy points. The position-specific defensive matchup adjusts the forecast up 8.75%.

Cade Otton projects for 4.2 points in standard scoring, 2.0 more than AJ Dillon. This is a projection-based recommendation, not a guarantee. Verify the latest injury report and active status before kickoff.

Updated Oct 26, 2026, 6:25 AM ET. Projections can change before kickoff.

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