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Should I start AJ Dillon or Kyle Williams this week? Week 8 Standard (2026)

THE FF CALL

Start Kyle Williams

+1.0 projected edge ยท Standard

Start Kyle Williams over AJ Dillon for Week 8 Standard: 3.2 projected points versus 2.2.

  • AJ Dillon: 0.7 FP recent scoring average; 8.75% matchup lift against GB.
  • Kyle Williams: 5.4 FP recent scoring average; 8.75% matchup reduction against MIA.

Forecast updated ยท Standard

Kyle Williams
Why this pick?

Kyle Williams

Fortified3.2
ESPN3.1
Sleeper3.5
FantasyProsโ€”

Kyle Williams faces MIA in Week 8. Recent scoring average: 5.4 fantasy points. The position-specific defensive matchup adjusts the forecast down 8.75%.

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%.

Kyle Williams projects for 3.2 points in standard scoring, 1.0 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, 7:43 AM ET. Projections can change before kickoff.

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