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Should I start Greg Dulcich or John Bates this week? Week 8 Standard (2026)

THE FF CALL

Start Greg Dulcich

+2.4 projected edge ยท Standard

Start Greg Dulcich over John Bates for Week 8 Standard: 3.3 projected points versus 0.9.

  • Greg Dulcich: 2.9 FP recent scoring average; 3.75% matchup reduction against NE.
  • John Bates: 0.2 FP recent scoring average.

Forecast updated ยท Standard

Greg Dulcich
Why this pick?

Greg Dulcich

Fortified3.3
ESPN3.4
Sleeper3.4
FantasyProsโ€”

Greg Dulcich faces NE in Week 8. Recent scoring average: 2.9 fantasy points. The position-specific defensive matchup adjusts the forecast down 3.75%.

John Bates

Fortified0.9
ESPN1.0
Sleeper0.9
FantasyProsโ€”

John Bates faces PHI in Week 8. Recent scoring average: 0.2 fantasy points.

Greg Dulcich projects for 3.3 points in standard scoring, 2.4 more than John Bates. 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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