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Week 8 Start Sit Advice (Part 1) | MUST-Start Players & Big Names to AVOID (10/29 Fantasy Football Podcast)

Oct 29, 2026 · 1h 24m

Summary

The hosts preview seven AFC matchups, highlighting key starts like Geno Smith and Josh Jacobs while advising against Patrick Mahomes and the Denver running backs. They also discuss injury updates for Matthew Golden and Saquon Barkley. The episode features a heartfelt tribute to producer Thomas Schaefer, who is departing the show, as the team reflects on his impact and shares fun facts about him.

Topics discussed

Sponsorships and Kansas City trip recap Show intro and Thursday injury updates Trevor Lawrence, Rashad White, and Hunter Henry analysis Josh Jacobs and Jaguars vs Colts matchup Ravens RB split and Bears/Lions WR decisions Tony Pollard and Titans game script analysis Sunday preview and sponsor segments Farewell to producer Thomas Schaefer Saquon Barkley injury status and Giants updates Jaguars WRs: Keenan Allen and Josh Downs Chiefs vs Broncos: Kelsey, Rice, and Flowers Browns vs Lions: Rodgers vs Murray debate Steelers vs Bengals: RB and WR matchups Quick questions: DK, Coker, and DSTs Sponsor segments for Square and HIMSS Lawrence highlights and Jacoby Myers vs Allen Chat questions: Taylor, Warren, and Kelsey Giants vs Vikings: Cousins and Smith analysis Raiders vs Seahawks: Wilson, Tucker, and Cooper Bills vs Jets: Braylon Allen and Brees Hall Dolphins vs Patriots: Henry, Brown, and Gordon DST rankings and Vikings offense discussion Chiefs vs Broncos: Mahomes, Walker, and Rice Saints vs Colts: Coleman and Pollard rankings Bengals vs Steelers: Chase and Burrow Ravens vs Bills: Final Thomas Schaefer stat Final chat questions and show outro
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