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Should I start Greg Dulcich or Ronnie Rivers this week? Week 8 Standard (2026)

THE FF CALL

Start Greg Dulcich

+3.0 projected edge ยท Standard

Start Greg Dulcich over Ronnie Rivers for Week 8 Standard: 3.3 projected points versus 0.3.

  • Greg Dulcich: 2.9 FP recent scoring average; 3.75% matchup reduction against NE.
  • Ronnie Rivers: 1.25% matchup lift against LAC.

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%.

Ronnie Rivers

Fortified0.3
ESPNโ€”
Sleeper0.3
FantasyProsโ€”

Ronnie Rivers faces LAC in Week 8. The position-specific defensive matchup adjusts the forecast up 1.25%.

Greg Dulcich projects for 3.3 points in standard scoring, 3.0 more than Ronnie Rivers. 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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