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Should I start Bo Nix or Joe Burrow this week? Week 8 Standard (2026)

THE FF CALL

Start Joe Burrow

+9.4 projected edge ยท Standard

Start Joe Burrow over Bo Nix for Week 8 Standard: 21.2 projected points versus 11.7.

  • Bo Nix: 8.7 FP recent scoring average; 7.5% matchup reduction against KC.
  • Joe Burrow: 24.2 FP recent scoring average.

Forecast updated ยท Standard

Joe Burrow
Why this pick?

Joe Burrow

Fortified21.2
ESPN20.6
Sleeper21.0
FantasyProsโ€”

Joe Burrow faces TEN in Week 8. Recent scoring average: 24.2 fantasy points.

Bo Nix

Fortified11.7
ESPN12.4
Sleeper14.1
FantasyProsโ€”

Bo Nix faces KC in Week 8. Recent scoring average: 8.7 fantasy points. The position-specific defensive matchup adjusts the forecast down 7.5%.

Joe Burrow projects for 21.2 points in standard scoring, 9.4 more than Bo Nix. This is a projection-based recommendation, not a guarantee. Verify the latest injury report and active status before kickoff.

Updated Oct 26, 2026, 2:33 AM ET. Projections can change before kickoff.

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