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Should I start Brenen Thompson or Javonte Williams this week? Week 8 Standard (2026)

THE FF CALL

Start Javonte Williams

+16.2 projected edge ยท Standard

Start Javonte Williams over Brenen Thompson for Week 8 Standard: 16.5 projected points versus 0.4.

  • Brenen Thompson: 1.25% matchup reduction against LAR.
  • Javonte Williams: 16.5 FP recent scoring average.

Forecast updated ยท Standard

Javonte Williams
Why this pick?

Javonte Williams

Fortified16.5
ESPN16.3
Sleeper16.2
FantasyProsโ€”

Javonte Williams faces ARI in Week 8. Recent scoring average: 16.5 fantasy points.

Brenen Thompson

Fortified0.4
ESPN0.2
Sleeper0.5
FantasyProsโ€”

Brenen Thompson faces LAR in Week 8. The position-specific defensive matchup adjusts the forecast down 1.25%.

Javonte Williams projects for 16.5 points in standard scoring, 16.2 more than Brenen Thompson. 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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