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

By Jon Dove

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)
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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CHICAGO, IL – OCTOBER 21: Stephen Gostkowski #3 of the New England Patriots kicks a field goal during a game against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field on October 21, 2018 in Chicago, Illinois. The Patriots defeated the Bears 38-31. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)
CHICAGO, IL – OCTOBER 21: Stephen Gostkowski #3 of the New England Patriots kicks a field goal during a game against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field on October 21, 2018 in Chicago, Illinois. The Patriots defeated the Bears 38-31. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images) /

Start: Stephen Gostkowski, New England Patriots

@ Buffalo Bills

The Buffalo Bills have been a goldmine when it comes to fantasy football production. They are allowing a ton of points per game which has been good news for opposing kickers. This week it’s Stephen Gostkowski who looks to capitalize on this matchup.

New England is averaging over 30 points per game which makes Gostkowski as strong fantasy play each week. His history with the team means that Bill Belichick won’t hesitate to let Gostkowski try a longer field goal.

Sit: Chris Boswell, Pittsburgh Steelers

vs. Cleveland Browns

Chris Boswell is a steady kicker who has had plenty of success with the Pittsburgh Steelers. He’s one of the few kickers who has shown good accuracy at Heintz field. However, that is still a tough place for a kicker to play.

This season has been a different story for Boswell who is really struggling. He is only connecting on 62% of his field goals and has already missed three extra points.

His struggles have hurt the team’s trust in his ability. The Steelers have shown they are now more likely to go for a first down than attempt a long field goal. Overall, Boswell is someone I’m avoiding until he gets things turned around.

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