Overview
- With the Cardinals, Lions, Jaguars, Raiders, Rams, and Seahawks off, plus injuries to several names, usable tight ends are scarce for Week 8.
- A string of weak Week 7 lines from top options—including George Kittle (0), Michael Mayer (2), Sam LaPorta (4.5), Dallas Goedert (4.8) and Travis Kelce (8.4)—underscored volatility, with Kelce’s target volume under fresh scrutiny after Rashee Rice’s return.
- Dalton Kincaid is reportedly near full health after the Bills’ bye and draws a favorable matchup against Carolina, backed by elite efficiency metrics highlighted in previews.
- Analysts position Jake Ferguson as a reliable start due to sustained target volume and red-zone usage despite a tougher matchup.
- Harold Fannin’s 27.8% Week 7 target share puts him on the streaming radar if David Njoku remains out, while Cade Otton profiles as a PPR floor play after a 7-catch outing.