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Should I start Sam Roush or Tyler Warren this week? Week 8 Standard (2026)

THE FF CALL

Start Tyler Warren

+5.8 projected edge ยท Standard

Start Tyler Warren over Sam Roush for Week 8 Standard: 7.0 projected points versus 1.2.

  • Sam Roush: 0.3 FP recent scoring average; 6.25% matchup reduction against SEA.
  • Tyler Warren: 9.3 FP recent scoring average.

Forecast updated ยท Standard

Tyler Warren
Why this pick?

Tyler Warren

Fortified7.0
ESPN6.2
Sleeper6.3
FantasyProsโ€”

Tyler Warren faces JAC in Week 8. Recent scoring average: 9.3 fantasy points.

Sam Roush

Fortified1.2
ESPN1.3
Sleeper1.2
FantasyProsโ€”

Sam Roush faces SEA in Week 8. Recent scoring average: 0.3 fantasy points. The position-specific defensive matchup adjusts the forecast down 6.25%.

Tyler Warren projects for 7.0 points in standard scoring, 5.8 more than Sam Roush. 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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