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Should I start Devontez Walker or LeQuint Allen Jr. this week? Week 8 Standard (2026)

THE FF CALL

Start Devontez Walker

+1.1 projected edge ยท Standard

Start Devontez Walker over LeQuint Allen Jr. for Week 8 Standard: 2.0 projected points versus 0.8.

  • Devontez Walker: 2.9 FP recent scoring average; 10% matchup lift against BUF.
  • LeQuint Allen Jr.: 0.0 FP recent scoring average; 3.75% matchup lift against IND.

Forecast updated ยท Standard

Devontez Walker
Why this pick?

Devontez Walker

Fortified2.0
ESPN1.7
Sleeper2.0
FantasyProsโ€”

Devontez Walker faces BUF in Week 8. Recent scoring average: 2.9 fantasy points. The position-specific defensive matchup adjusts the forecast up 10%.

LeQuint Allen Jr.

Fortified0.8
ESPN0.5
Sleeper1.2
FantasyProsโ€”

LeQuint Allen Jr. faces IND in Week 8. Recent scoring average: 0.0 fantasy points. The position-specific defensive matchup adjusts the forecast up 3.75%.

Devontez Walker projects for 2.0 points in standard scoring, 1.1 more than LeQuint Allen Jr.. 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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