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Should I start J. Michael Sturdivant or Jonah Coleman this week? Week 8 Standard (2026)

THE FF CALL

Start Jonah Coleman

+1.4 projected edge ยท Standard

Start Jonah Coleman over J. Michael Sturdivant for Week 8 Standard: 1.7 projected points versus 0.3.

  • J. Michael Sturdivant: 0.0 FP recent scoring average; 5% matchup reduction against CAR.
  • Jonah Coleman: 5% matchup reduction against KC.

Forecast updated ยท Standard

Jonah Coleman
Why this pick?

Jonah Coleman

Fortified1.7
ESPN1.3
Sleeper2.4
FantasyProsโ€”

Jonah Coleman faces KC in Week 8. The position-specific defensive matchup adjusts the forecast down 5%.

J. Michael Sturdivant

Fortified0.3
ESPN0.3
Sleeper0.3
FantasyProsโ€”

J. Michael Sturdivant faces CAR in Week 8. Recent scoring average: 0.0 fantasy points. The position-specific defensive matchup adjusts the forecast down 5%.

Jonah Coleman projects for 1.7 points in standard scoring, 1.4 more than J. Michael Sturdivant. 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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