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Should I start Corey Kiner or Dallen Bentley this week? Week 8 Standard (2026)

THE FF CALL

Start Corey Kiner

+3.1 projected edge ยท Standard

Start Corey Kiner over Dallen Bentley for Week 8 Standard: 3.3 projected points versus 0.1.

  • Corey Kiner: 3.2 FP recent scoring average; 6.25% matchup lift against MIA.
  • Dallen Bentley: 5% matchup lift against KC.

Forecast updated ยท Standard

Corey Kiner
Why this pick?

Corey Kiner

Fortified3.3
ESPN2.1
Sleeper4.3
FantasyProsโ€”

Corey Kiner faces MIA in Week 8. Recent scoring average: 3.2 fantasy points. The position-specific defensive matchup adjusts the forecast up 6.25%.

Dallen Bentley

Fortified0.1
ESPNโ€”
Sleeper0.1
FantasyProsโ€”

Dallen Bentley faces KC in Week 8. The position-specific defensive matchup adjusts the forecast up 5%.

Corey Kiner projects for 3.3 points in standard scoring, 3.1 more than Dallen Bentley. 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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