The Washington Commanders (3-4) will visit the Kansas City Chiefs (4-3) 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 Jeremy McNichols.
Is Jeremy McNichols Playing in Week 8?
McNichols is not on the injury report and barring a surprise, he is expected to play.
We’ll continue to monitor the Commanders’ 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 Jeremy McNichols in Week 8?
Quality over quantity.
Jeremy McNichols played 21 snaps and ran 13 routes, not impressive usage, but not all that far off of what bellcow Jacory Croskey-Meeritt tallied in Dallas (33 and 16 respectively).
The 10-touch difference, however, is all we truly care about. It’s clear that the Commanders trust JCM to carry the mail, and with McNichols slotted more into an “in case of emergency” option in the pass game, there’s no real reason to hold.
Chris Rodriguez looms, and he’s actually the reason I don’t think McNichols is worth stashing. The idea of a handcuff is fine this time of year, but I’m not confident that McNichols would walk into a 13-16 touch role even if he was elevated to cover an injury.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
McNichols’ Fantasy Points Projection in Week 8
McNichols is projected to score 8.9 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project McNichols to rush for 26 yards and 0.2 rushing touchdowns, while adding 3 receptions for 19 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: Commanders at Chiefs
The forecast for kickoff is 62 degrees Fahrenheit with 7 mph winds. These are ideal conditions for fantasy production.
