NFL Week 8: Running Backs To Start
START Chuba Hubbard: The Carolina RB returned to action last week, and should continue to share playing time with recent breakout performer Rico Dowdle. While Hubbard might continue to play a 1A complementary role to Dowdle, the matchup is ideal to use Hubbard as a Week 8 fantasy bye replacement.
Buffalo has allowed eight rushing TDs to RBs this season, which ranks 30th in the NFL. The Panthers will also want to utilize both of their top RBs to control the clock as much as possible while also easing pressure on QB Bryce Young. Dowdle is a must-start and Hubbard is a quality streaming option this week.
START Tyler Allgeier: Fantasy football players will always want to consider starting RBs who face the Dolphins. Miami's run defense is the worst in the league, allowing 159.3 rushing yards per game. While Bijan Robinson is naturally my top-ranked RB of Week 8, Allgeier also can function as a productive lineup plugger.
Both Atlanta RBs can post good numbers against the Dolphins. If the Falcons move out to a big lead, we could see Allgeier get a healthy number of carries, especially later in the second half.
START RJ Harvey: J.K. Dobbins will be the lead RB for Denver against the Cowboys, and he should definitely be started as a high-end fantasy RB2 this week. Harvey is working as the clear No.2 RB for the Broncos, yet he could help your fantasy team with adequate production in Week 8.
Dallas ranks 29th in rushing yards allowed to RBs. Harvey caught a TD pass last week and facing the Cowboys defense usually elevates the potential output of many offensive players. Harvey might be a threat as both a runner and receiver out of the backfield this week.
START Kareem Hunt: The Kansas City offense has all its pieces again and may start to click even more now as the team looks to get back to the top of the AFC this week. Hunt is working hard for every yard and has functioned as one of the preferred goal-line runners for the Chiefs.
If Jayden Daniels is out for Washington in Week 8, the Commanders' defense will spend a lot of time on the field. If Daniels plays, we could see him trade offensive punches with Patrick Mahomes. In either scenario, Hunt should see a good amount of chances to finish off scoring drives with TD runs.
More Fantasy Football RBs To Start in Week 8: Woody Marks, Kyle Monangai, Justice Hill, Kenneth Gainwell. Be sure to check if any of these RBs are available on free agency, even after waivers run for the week.