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Should I start Dalton Kincaid or MarShawn Lloyd this week? Week 8 Standard (2026)

THE FF CALL

Start Dalton Kincaid

+1.4 projected edge ยท Standard

Start Dalton Kincaid over MarShawn Lloyd for Week 8 Standard: 5.3 projected points versus 3.9.

  • Dalton Kincaid: 2.4 FP recent scoring average.
  • MarShawn Lloyd: 7.2 FP recent scoring average; 5% matchup lift against CAR.

Forecast updated ยท Standard

Dalton Kincaid
Why this pick?

Dalton Kincaid

Fortified5.3
ESPN5.3
Sleeper6.4
FantasyProsโ€”

Dalton Kincaid faces BAL in Week 8. Recent scoring average: 2.4 fantasy points.

MarShawn Lloyd

Fortified3.9
ESPN1.9
Sleeper4.2
FantasyProsโ€”

MarShawn Lloyd faces CAR in Week 8. Recent scoring average: 7.2 fantasy points. The position-specific defensive matchup adjusts the forecast up 5%.

Dalton Kincaid projects for 5.3 points in standard scoring, 1.4 more than MarShawn Lloyd. 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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