The Houston Texans (2-3) will host the San Francisco 49ers (5-2) 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 RB Nick Chubb.
Is Nick Chubb Playing in Week 8?
Chubb is not on the injury report and barring a surprise, he is expected to play.
We’ll continue to monitor the Texans’ 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 Nick Chubb in Week 8?
It’s been a good run for Nick Chubb, but his time on fantasy rosters this season is coming to an end.
Woody Marks out-snapped him 42-18 on Monday night, and this just isn’t the situation for his profile.
Houston struggles to block, and outside of two instances this season where the defense dialed up a blitz and Chubb happened to be designed a carry in the single gap they had (TDs of 25 and 27 yards), this year has been a slog for the 29-year-old (3.49 yards per carry without those two runs).
The Texans are motivated to see what they have in Marks, making this less of a committee and more of a bellcow situation. Reasonable minds can disagree if the lead job behind this offensive line is worth anything in the first place, but it’s pretty clear that the job is trending away from Chubb.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
Chubb’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 8
Chubb is projected to score 11.8 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project Chubb to rush for 70 yards and 0.4 rushing touchdowns, while adding 1 receptions for 9 receiving yards and 0.1 receiving touchdowns.
Check out the free PFSN Fantasy Start-Sit Optimizer for the latest projections and advice for your lineups this week.
Week 8 Weather Impact: 49ers at Texans
Since the Texans play in a dome, there is no weather impact for this Week 8 matchup. Temperatures will be a comfortable 72 degrees Fahrenheit with no wind.
