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Should I start Cooper Kupp or Ian Thomas this week? Week 8 Standard (2026)

THE FF CALL

Start Cooper Kupp

+3.3 projected edge ยท Standard

Start Cooper Kupp over Ian Thomas for Week 8 Standard: 4.3 projected points versus 1.0.

  • Cooper Kupp: 2.6 FP recent scoring average.
  • Ian Thomas: 3.4 FP recent scoring average; 5% matchup reduction against NYJ.

Forecast updated ยท Standard

Cooper Kupp
Why this pick?

Cooper Kupp

Fortified4.3
ESPN4.4
Sleeper4.8
FantasyProsโ€”

Cooper Kupp faces CHI in Week 8. Recent scoring average: 2.6 fantasy points.

Ian Thomas

Fortified1.0
ESPN0.6
Sleeper0.3
FantasyProsโ€”

Ian Thomas faces NYJ in Week 8. Recent scoring average: 3.4 fantasy points. The position-specific defensive matchup adjusts the forecast down 5%.

Cooper Kupp projects for 4.3 points in standard scoring, 3.3 more than Ian Thomas. This is a projection-based recommendation, not a guarantee. Verify the latest injury report and active status before kickoff.

Updated Oct 26, 2026, 3:21 AM ET. Projections can change before kickoff.

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