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Should I start ARI D/ST or DEN D/ST this week? Week 8 Standard (2026)

THE FF CALL

Start DEN D/ST

+2.3 projected edge ยท Standard

Start DEN D/ST over ARI D/ST for Week 8 Standard: 4.6 projected points versus 2.4.

  • ARI D/ST: 4.3 FP recent scoring average.
  • DEN D/ST: 8.7 FP recent scoring average; 8.75% matchup reduction against KC.

Forecast updated ยท Standard

DEN D/ST
Why this pick?

DEN D/ST

Fortified4.6
ESPN4.3
Sleeper4.1
FantasyProsโ€”

DEN D/ST faces KC in Week 8. Recent scoring average: 8.7 fantasy points. The position-specific defensive matchup adjusts the forecast down 8.75%.

ARI D/ST

Fortified2.4
ESPN3.3
Sleeper0.2
FantasyProsโ€”

ARI D/ST faces DAL in Week 8. Recent scoring average: 4.3 fantasy points.

DEN D/ST projects for 4.6 points in standard scoring, 2.3 more than ARI D/ST. 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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