The Minnesota Vikings (3-3) will visit the Los Angeles Chargers (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 Jordan Mason.
Is Jordan Mason Playing in Week 8?
Mason is not on the injury report, and barring a surprise, he is expected to play.
We’ll continue to monitor the Vikings’ 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 Jordan Mason in Week 8?
Jordan Mason took advantage of Aaron Jones being sidelined for another week, scoring for the fourth time in as many games.
That said, he’s not exactly forcing his way into an extended role the way we saw Rico Dowdle do in Carolina following the Chuba Hubbard injury (one game with a 20-yard gain this season). I have him ranked ahead of Jones for the rest of the season and am defaulting to that position until proven otherwise, but should the veteran return, my ranking of Mason will fall from that of an RB2 to a mediocre flex.
I’m aware that the Bolts were picked apart by Jonathan Taylor last week.
Minnesota doesn’t have a Jonathan Taylor on their roster.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
Mason’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 8
Mason is projected to score 12.7 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project Mason to rush for 83 yards and 0.4 rushing touchdowns, while adding 1 reception for 8 receiving 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: Vikings at Chargers
The forecast for kickoff is 68 degrees Fahrenheit with 10 mph winds. These are ideal conditions for fantasy production.
