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Should I start Antonio Williams or Tucker Kraft this week? Week 8 Standard (2026)

THE FF CALL

Start Tucker Kraft

+1.8 projected edge ยท Standard

Start Tucker Kraft over Antonio Williams for Week 8 Standard: 6.7 projected points versus 4.9.

  • Antonio Williams: 3.4 FP recent scoring average; 5% matchup lift against PHI.
  • Tucker Kraft: 6.9 FP recent scoring average; 1.25% matchup lift against CAR.

Forecast updated ยท Standard

Tucker Kraft
Why this pick?

Tucker Kraft

Fortified6.7
ESPN6.5
Sleeper6.4
FantasyProsโ€”

Tucker Kraft faces CAR in Week 8. Recent scoring average: 6.9 fantasy points. The position-specific defensive matchup adjusts the forecast up 1.25%.

Antonio Williams

Fortified4.9
ESPN5.1
Sleeper4.3
FantasyProsโ€”

Antonio Williams faces PHI in Week 8. Recent scoring average: 3.4 fantasy points. The position-specific defensive matchup adjusts the forecast up 5%.

Tucker Kraft projects for 6.7 points in standard scoring, 1.8 more than Antonio Williams. 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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