The New Orleans Saints (1-6) will host the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (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 Juwan Johnson.
Is Juwan Johnson Playing in Week 8?
Update: Despite missing time at practice this week, barring any surprises, Johnson is expected to play in Week 8.
Johnson (neck) was a limited practice participant Wednesday, Luke Johnson of The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports.
We’ll continue to monitor the Saints’ 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 Juwan Johnson in Week 8?
Juwan Johnson caught five balls for 79 yards in Chicago last week, easily his best game since Taysom Hill was activated.
But, as is the case with Alvin Kamara, how much of your mental health do you really want in the hands of this offense?
Chris Olave had a breakout game last week, and Rashid Shaheed is generally a commander of the high-upside targets. Add in the potential for the aforementioned Kamara to chew up some of those easy-button targets, and your math will return similar results to mine.
The 12.9 PPR points from last week is a lot closer to a ceiling than an expectation.
The Bucs are a little more vulnerable through the air than on the ground, and New Orleans can’t run the ball anyway, so there’s volume potential. However, with next to zero scoring upside, Johnson is low on my priority list when it comes to streamers at the position.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
Johnson’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 8
Johnson is projected to score 7.7 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project Johnson to have 3 receptions for 30 yards and 0.3 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: Buccaneers at Saints
Since the Saints 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.
