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Should I start Chad Ryland or Spencer Shrader this week? Week 8 Standard (2026)

THE FF CALL

Start Spencer Shrader

+1.6 projected edge ยท Standard

Start Spencer Shrader over Chad Ryland for Week 8 Standard: 10.4 projected points versus 8.8.

  • Chad Ryland: 9.7 FP recent scoring average.
  • Spencer Shrader: 15.3 FP recent scoring average; 3.75% matchup reduction against JAC.

Forecast updated ยท Standard

Spencer Shrader
Why this pick?

Spencer Shrader

Fortified10.4
ESPN9.9
Sleeper9.3
FantasyProsโ€”

Spencer Shrader faces JAC in Week 8. Recent scoring average: 15.3 fantasy points. The position-specific defensive matchup adjusts the forecast down 3.75%.

Chad Ryland

Fortified8.8
ESPN9.6
Sleeper7.9
FantasyProsโ€”

Chad Ryland faces DAL in Week 8. Recent scoring average: 9.7 fantasy points.

Spencer Shrader projects for 10.4 points in standard scoring, 1.6 more than Chad Ryland. This is a projection-based recommendation, not a guarantee. Verify the latest injury report and active status before kickoff.

Updated Oct 26, 2026, 3:51 AM ET. Projections can change before kickoff.

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