The Kansas City Chiefs (4-3) will host the Washington Commanders (3-4) in Week 8. Here’s the latest fantasy football news and advice to help you with your lineups this week and moving forward, specifically regarding TE Travis Kelce.
Is Travis Kelce Playing in Week 8?
Kelce is not on the injury report and barring a surprise, he is expected to play.
We’ll continue to monitor the Chiefs’ injury report leading up to kickoff for any changes. You can also visit and bookmark our Fantasy News Tracker for the latest updates.
Should You Start or Sit Travis Kelce in Week 8?
The Chiefs got whatever they wanted, whenever they wanted it on Sunday against the Raiders.
That was good news for Travis Kelce (seven-yard grab on Patrick Mahomes’ first pass of the game and a 44-yard reception on the second) initially, but it resulted in a one-sided game that saw the starters sit the fourth quarter.
Noah Gray came off the bench on that first drive and had a 28-yard reception, further proof that the Chiefs were playing chess to the Raiders’ checkers.
My concern moving forward for Kelce is back to where it started in the preseason now that Kansas City has all of their pieces and have won four of five after the 0-2 start.
Desire.
Kelce’s production has faded in the past when fantasy managers need it the most because Andy Reid wants to save his 36-year-old TE for a deep playoff run. That remains my fear and is why I’d consider moving off of the future Hall of Famer following his next big game.
That opportunity might be just a week away as the Commanders are licking their wounds after allowing Jake Ferguson to kill them underneath (two touchdowns, 100% catch rate).
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
Kelce’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 8
Kelce is projected to score 12.0 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project Kelce to have 5 receptions for 51 yards and 0.3 touchdowns. Kelce could also add 0 rushing yards.
Check out the free PFSN Fantasy Start-Sit Optimizer for the latest projections and advice for your lineups this week.
Week 8 Weather Impact: Commanders at Chiefs
The forecast for kickoff is 62 degrees Fahrenheit with 7 mph winds. These are ideal conditions for fantasy production.
