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Should I start Michael Mayer or RJ Harvey this week? Week 8 Standard (2026)

THE FF CALL

Start RJ Harvey

+1.9 projected edge ยท Standard

Start RJ Harvey over Michael Mayer for Week 8 Standard: 6.2 projected points versus 4.3.

  • Michael Mayer: 6.0 FP recent scoring average; 5% matchup reduction against NYJ.
  • RJ Harvey: 7.2 FP recent scoring average; 5% matchup reduction against KC.

Forecast updated ยท Standard

RJ Harvey
Why this pick?

RJ Harvey

Fortified6.2
ESPN6.1
Sleeper7.0
FantasyProsโ€”

RJ Harvey faces KC in Week 8. Recent scoring average: 7.2 fantasy points. The position-specific defensive matchup adjusts the forecast down 5%.

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%.

RJ Harvey projects for 6.2 points in standard scoring, 1.9 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, 3:21 AM ET. Projections can change before kickoff.

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