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Should I start AJ Dillon or Eli Raridon this week? Week 8 Standard (2026)

THE FF CALL

Start Eli Raridon

+1.4 projected edge ยท Standard

Start Eli Raridon over AJ Dillon for Week 8 Standard: 3.6 projected points versus 2.2.

  • AJ Dillon: 0.7 FP recent scoring average; 8.75% matchup lift against GB.
  • Eli Raridon: 2.7 FP recent scoring average; 6.25% matchup lift against MIA.

Forecast updated ยท Standard

Eli Raridon
Why this pick?

Eli Raridon

Fortified3.6
ESPN3.3
Sleeper3.5
FantasyProsโ€”

Eli Raridon faces MIA in Week 8. Recent scoring average: 2.7 fantasy points. The position-specific defensive matchup adjusts the forecast up 6.25%.

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%.

Eli Raridon projects for 3.6 points in standard scoring, 1.4 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, 3:21 AM ET. Projections can change before kickoff.

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