The San Francisco 49ers (5-2) will visit the Houston Texans (2-3) 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 Christian McCaffrey.
Is Christian McCaffrey Playing in Week 8?
McCaffrey is not on the injury report and barring a surprise, he is expected to play.
We’ll continue to monitor the 49ers’ 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 Christian McCaffrey in Week 8?
After six straight games of posting gain rates under 85%, Christian McCaffrey punched the Falcons in the mouth for 129 yards on the ground with a 91.7% gain rate.
He was already the most valuable running back in the game, and now he’s unlocking efficiency?
You drafted CMC, ignoring some of the health risks and focusing on the ceiling outcomes.
You’re hitting the ceiling on a weekly basis (7+ targets in every game and 17+ carries in five straight), and as long as he stays on the field, you won the first round of your draft this summer.
That’s hard to do: now you just have to finish the job!
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
McCaffrey’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 8
McCaffrey is projected to score 20.9 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project McCaffrey to rush for 75 yards and 0.4 rushing touchdowns, while adding 5 receptions for 45 receiving yards and 0.2 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.
