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Should I start Drake London or Jaylen Waddle this week? Week 8 Standard (2026)

THE FF CALL

Start Drake London

+5.7 projected edge ยท Standard

Start Drake London over Jaylen Waddle for Week 8 Standard: 11.3 projected points versus 5.7.

  • Drake London: 9.9 FP recent scoring average.
  • Jaylen Waddle: 4.9 FP recent scoring average; 10% matchup reduction against KC.

Forecast updated ยท Standard

Drake London
Why this pick?

Drake London

Fortified11.3
ESPN10.5
Sleeper11.4
FantasyProsโ€”

Drake London faces TB in Week 8. Recent scoring average: 9.9 fantasy points.

Jaylen Waddle

Fortified5.7
ESPN5.5
Sleeper7.0
FantasyProsโ€”

Jaylen Waddle faces KC in Week 8. Recent scoring average: 4.9 fantasy points. The position-specific defensive matchup adjusts the forecast down 10%.

Drake London projects for 11.3 points in standard scoring, 5.7 more than Jaylen Waddle. This is a projection-based recommendation, not a guarantee. Verify the latest injury report and active status before kickoff.

Updated Oct 26, 2026, 6:25 AM ET. Projections can change before kickoff.

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