The Cleveland Browns (2-5) will visit the New England Patriots (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 TE David Njoku.
Is David Njoku Playing in Week 8?
Update: Njoku is officially active and will play in Week 8.
Njoku (knee) was a limited participant at practice Wednesday, Daniel Oyefusi of ESPN.com reports.
We’ll continue to monitor the Browns’ 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 David Njoku in Week 8?
David Njoku hasn’t played a full season since 2018, and that track was assured of continuing through 2025 after a DNP in Week 7 (knee).
The veteran tight end remains on the field for over three-quarters of the snaps, something that has been consistent for four years now, but the quality of look, for our purposes, is on enough of a decline to put him in the fringe starter conversation, even when at full strength.
Compared to last season, Njoku’s yards per route are down 12.7%, and his red zone target rate has fallen from 36.4% to 27.8%. That’s not to say he can’t produce, but the range of outcomes is certainly less favorable than it was a year ago, and as Harold Vannett continues to develop, it’s easier to be bearish than bullish on his stock moving forward.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
Njoku’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 8
Njoku is projected to score 5.6 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project Njoku to have 2 receptions for 23 yards and 0.2 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: Browns at Patriots
The forecast for kickoff is 58 degrees Fahrenheit with 12 mph winds. These are ideal conditions for fantasy production.
