The Atlanta Falcons (3-3) will host the Miami Dolphins (1-6) 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 Tyler Allgeier.
Is Tyler Allgeier Playing in Week 8?
Update: Allgeier is officially active and will play in Week 8.
Allgeier was listed as limited on Wednesday’s practice estimate due to hip and knee injuries, Marc Raimondi of ESPN.com reports.
We’ll continue to monitor the Falcons’ 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 Tyler Allgeier in Week 8?
Tyler Allgeier has been unable to carve out a viable niche in this offense, and given the success rate of Bijan Robinson, Atlanta’s RB2 is a handcuff and nothing more.
There’s nothing wrong with that. He has a clear-cut path to fantasy viability, and that’s not the case for the majority of backfields in the NFL. We can address the team concerns should this situation come to light (Atlanta ranks 26th in running back yards gained before contact, leading to the thought that Robinson’s success has more to do with his talent than his situation), but for now, he’s a nice depth piece that holds no standalone value.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
Allgeier’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 8
Allgeier is projected to score 12.1 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project Allgeier to rush for 72 yards and 0.3 rushing touchdowns, while adding 1 receptions for 13 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: Dolphins at Falcons
Since the Falcons 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.
