Fantasy football 2018, Week 8 rankings: Who to start and sit

By Jon Dove | Oct 24, 2018

INDIANAPOLIS, IN - OCTOBER 21: Indianapolis Colts quarterback Andrew Luck (12) calls out for the snap during the NFL game between the Indianapolis Colts and Buffalo Bills on October 21, 2018, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, IN. (Photo by Zach Bolinger/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) /

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SEATTLE, WA – OCTOBER 07: Running back Chris Carson #32 of the Seattle Seahawks rushes the ball as tight end Nick Vannett #81 of the Seattle Seahawks and offensive lineman Germain Ifedi #65 of the Seattle Seahawks block during a game at CenturyLink Field on October 7, 2018 in Seattle, Washington. The Rams won the game 33-31. (Photo by Stephen Brashear/Getty Images) /

Start: Chris Carson, Seattle Seahawks

@ Detroit Lions

The Seattle Seahawks have shown a lot of trust in Chris Carson and he has rewarded that trust. Carson has emerged as the team’s top running back and someone who helps balance out the offensive attack.

His success in recent weeks has helped the Seahawks entire offense get on track. Seattle has made a point of getting Carson touches. The fact that he’s averaging 4.5 yards per carry on the year helps the Seahawks continue feeding him the ball.

This week Carson is matched up against a Detroit Lions defense that is allowing nearly 140 rushing yards per game.

The Lions did just trade for Damon Harrison, but it’s a long shot that he’ll be able to make a major impact this week. He needs to get into Detroit and start learning the defense before he can see significant playing time.

Sit: Alex Collins, Baltimore Ravens

@ Carolina Panthers

The Baltimore Ravens usage of Alex Collins has been one of the more frustrating situations in all of fantasy football. However, Collins himself hasn’t done much to help his cause. He’s averaging under four yards per carry while still dealing with fumble issues.

This week Collins faces a tough Carolina Panthers defense that is stout against the run.

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