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Should I start Courtland Sutton or Javonte Williams this week? Week 8 Standard (2026)

THE FF CALL

Start Javonte Williams

+12.1 projected edge ยท Standard

Start Javonte Williams over Courtland Sutton for Week 8 Standard: 16.5 projected points versus 4.4.

  • Courtland Sutton: 3.4 FP recent scoring average; 10% matchup reduction against KC.
  • Javonte Williams: 16.5 FP recent scoring average.

Forecast updated ยท Standard

Javonte Williams
Why this pick?

Javonte Williams

Fortified16.5
ESPN16.3
Sleeper16.2
FantasyProsโ€”

Javonte Williams faces ARI in Week 8. Recent scoring average: 16.5 fantasy points.

Courtland Sutton

Fortified4.4
ESPN5.3
Sleeper4.7
FantasyProsโ€”

Courtland Sutton faces KC in Week 8. Recent scoring average: 3.4 fantasy points. The position-specific defensive matchup adjusts the forecast down 10%.

Javonte Williams projects for 16.5 points in standard scoring, 12.1 more than Courtland Sutton. 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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