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Should I start Caleb Williams or Lamar Jackson this week? Week 8 Standard (2026)

THE FF CALL

Start Lamar Jackson

+7.4 projected edge ยท Standard

Start Lamar Jackson over Caleb Williams for Week 8 Standard: 22.1 projected points versus 14.7.

  • Caleb Williams: 16.5 FP recent scoring average; 8.75% matchup reduction against SEA.
  • Lamar Jackson: 18.9 FP recent scoring average; 7.5% matchup lift against BUF.

Forecast updated ยท Standard

Lamar Jackson
Why this pick?

Lamar Jackson

Fortified22.1
ESPN21.3
Sleeper19.4
FantasyProsโ€”

Lamar Jackson faces BUF in Week 8. Recent scoring average: 18.9 fantasy points. The position-specific defensive matchup adjusts the forecast up 7.5%.

Caleb Williams

Fortified14.7
ESPN15.8
Sleeper15.0
FantasyProsโ€”

Caleb Williams faces SEA in Week 8. Recent scoring average: 16.5 fantasy points. The position-specific defensive matchup adjusts the forecast down 8.75%.

Lamar Jackson projects for 22.1 points in standard scoring, 7.4 more than Caleb Williams. 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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