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Should I start Marcus Mariota or Tyler Huntley this week? Week 8 Standard (2026)

THE FF CALL

Start Tyler Huntley

+1.9 projected edge ยท Standard

Start Tyler Huntley over Marcus Mariota for Week 8 Standard: 3.0 projected points versus 1.1.

  • Marcus Mariota: 5.3 FP recent scoring average; 1.25% matchup lift against PHI.
  • Tyler Huntley: 13.8 FP recent scoring average; 7.5% matchup lift against BUF.

Forecast updated ยท Standard

Tyler Huntley
Why this pick?

Tyler Huntley

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Tyler Huntley faces BUF in Week 8. Recent scoring average: 13.8 fantasy points. The position-specific defensive matchup adjusts the forecast up 7.5%.

Marcus Mariota

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FantasyProsโ€”

Marcus Mariota faces PHI in Week 8. Recent scoring average: 5.3 fantasy points. The position-specific defensive matchup adjusts the forecast up 1.25%.

Tyler Huntley projects for 3.0 points in standard scoring, 1.9 more than Marcus Mariota. 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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