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

THE FF CALL

Start Michael Wilson

+3.5 projected edge ยท Standard

Start Michael Wilson over RJ Harvey for Week 8 Standard: 9.7 projected points versus 6.2.

  • Michael Wilson: 5.3 FP recent scoring average; 6.25% matchup lift against DAL.
  • RJ Harvey: 7.2 FP recent scoring average; 5% matchup reduction against KC.

Forecast updated ยท Standard

Michael Wilson
Why this pick?

Michael Wilson

Fortified9.7
ESPN9.1
Sleeper10.1
FantasyProsโ€”

Michael Wilson faces DAL in Week 8. Recent scoring average: 5.3 fantasy points. The position-specific defensive matchup adjusts the forecast up 6.25%.

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 Wilson projects for 9.7 points in standard scoring, 3.5 more than RJ Harvey. 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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