The New England Patriots (5-2) will host the Cleveland Browns (2-5) 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 WR DeMario Douglas.
Is DeMario Douglas Playing in Week 8?
Douglas is not on the injury report and barring a surprise, he is expected to play.
We’ll continue to monitor the Patriots’ 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 DeMario Douglas in Week 8?
If it wasn’t for the big catch against the Saints in Week 6, DeMario Douglas probably wouldn’t be anywhere near roster consideration (one game with 20+ receiving yards).
He made an important play on a touchdown drive last week, but his holding value for New England isn’t the same as his holding value to us.
Douglas is hovering around 10 yards per catch for his career and has scored just five times on 189 targets. For him to be of interest to us, we need high-end volume and that’s just not happening under Drake Maye.
There’s no need to hold out hope in 2025.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
Douglas’ Fantasy Points Projection in Week 8
Douglas is projected to score 9.4 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project Douglas to have 4 receptions for 44 yards and 0.1 touchdowns. Douglas could also add 2 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: Browns at Patriots
The forecast for kickoff is 57 degrees Fahrenheit with 5 mph winds. These are ideal conditions for fantasy production.
