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Should I start Michael Mayer or Pat Freiermuth this week? Week 8 Standard (2026)

THE FF CALL

Start Pat Freiermuth

+2.0 projected edge ยท Standard

Start Pat Freiermuth over Michael Mayer for Week 8 Standard: 6.3 projected points versus 4.3.

  • Michael Mayer: 6.0 FP recent scoring average; 5% matchup reduction against NYJ.
  • Pat Freiermuth: 8.4 FP recent scoring average.

Forecast updated ยท Standard

Pat Freiermuth
Why this pick?

Pat Freiermuth

Fortified6.3
ESPN5.8
Sleeper6.0
FantasyProsโ€”

Pat Freiermuth faces CLE in Week 8. Recent scoring average: 8.4 fantasy points.

Michael Mayer

Fortified4.3
ESPN4.3
Sleeper4.2
FantasyProsโ€”

Michael Mayer faces NYJ in Week 8. Recent scoring average: 6.0 fantasy points. The position-specific defensive matchup adjusts the forecast down 5%.

Pat Freiermuth projects for 6.3 points in standard scoring, 2.0 more than Michael Mayer. This is a projection-based recommendation, not a guarantee. Verify the latest injury report and active status before kickoff.

Updated Oct 26, 2026, 2:03 AM ET. Projections can change before kickoff.

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