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Should I start Brevyn Spann-Ford or Eli Raridon this week? Week 8 Standard (2026)

THE FF CALL

Start Eli Raridon

+2.1 projected edge ยท Standard

Start Eli Raridon over Brevyn Spann-Ford for Week 8 Standard: 3.6 projected points versus 1.6.

  • Brevyn Spann-Ford: 1.2 FP recent scoring average; 7.5% matchup lift against ARI.
  • Eli Raridon: 2.7 FP recent scoring average; 6.25% matchup lift against MIA.

Forecast updated ยท Standard

Eli Raridon
Why this pick?

Eli Raridon

Fortified3.6
ESPN3.3
Sleeper3.5
FantasyProsโ€”

Eli Raridon faces MIA in Week 8. Recent scoring average: 2.7 fantasy points. The position-specific defensive matchup adjusts the forecast up 6.25%.

Brevyn Spann-Ford

Fortified1.6
ESPN2.0
Sleeper0.8
FantasyProsโ€”

Brevyn Spann-Ford faces ARI in Week 8. Recent scoring average: 1.2 fantasy points. The position-specific defensive matchup adjusts the forecast up 7.5%.

Eli Raridon projects for 3.6 points in standard scoring, 2.1 more than Brevyn Spann-Ford. This is a projection-based recommendation, not a guarantee. Verify the latest injury report and active status before kickoff.

Updated Oct 26, 2026, 6:25 AM ET. Projections can change before kickoff.

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