The Denver Broncos (5-2) will host the Dallas Cowboys (3-3) 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 RJ Harvey.
Is RJ Harvey Playing in Week 8?
Harvey is not on the injury report and barring a surprise, he is expected to play.
We’ll continue to monitor the Broncos’ 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 RJ Harvey in Week 8?
In the wild win over the Giants last week, RJ Harvey scored.
He managed to turn six opportunities (carries-plus-targets) into two yards.
I’m not sure Sean Payton knows what he wants out of this backfield when it comes to the passing game (J.K. Dobbins, Tyler Badie, and Harvey all ran 14-18 routes), but he’s locked in when it comes to the traditional RB role (105 of 147 RB carries have gone to Dobbins).
This is a 5-2 football team and thus unlikely to make sweeping changes unless their hand is forced. Harvey isn’t off of Payton’s radar and would assume a top 20 ranking if Dobbins (active for 44 of a possible 74 games during his career) were to pick up an injury as the marathon of a season wears on.
Harvey is a very reasonable hold, even if, at the moment, there’s zero chance you’re tempted to flex him (seven or fewer touches in six of seven games).
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
Harvey’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 8
Harvey is projected to score 10.9 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project Harvey to rush for 48 yards and 0.7 rushing touchdowns, while adding 1 receptions for 8 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: Cowboys at Broncos
The forecast for kickoff is 68 degrees Fahrenheit with 7 mph winds. These are ideal conditions for fantasy production.
