Fantasy Football: 5 bold predictions for Week 8

By Jon Dove | Oct 26, 2018

SANTA CLARA, CA - OCTOBER 21: Raheem Mostert #31 of the San Francisco 49ers rushes during the game against the Los Angeles Rams at Levi's Stadium on October 21, 2018 in Santa Clara, California. The Rams defeated the 49ers 39-10. (Photo by Michael Zagaris/San Francisco 49ers/Getty Images) /

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SANTA CLARA, CA – OCTOBER 21: Jared Goff #16 of the Los Angeles Rams rolls out to pass against the San Francisco 49ers during the second quarter of their NFL football game at Levi’s Stadium on October 21, 2018 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images) /

3. Jared Goff out-duels Aaron Rodgers

Aaron Rodgers has sat atop the fantasy football quarterback rankings for a few years, but it’s time for someone else to take the reins. This weekend we could get a look at one of the top contenders in Jared Goff.

The Los Angeles Rams feature a wide array of offensive weapons that all help make things easier on their quarterback. However, Goff himself is playing with a ton of confidence and making some amazing throws.

He has obviously bought into Sean McVay’s system and it has allowed him to flourish. This weekend he’ll look to make a statement.

The Green Bay Packers are dealing with some injuries in their secondary with Davon House already on IR and both Jaire Alexander and Bashaud Breeland getting limited practices this week. Look for the Rams to test the Packers secondary.

Another reason to be bullish about Goff’s fantasy production is the versatility of Todd Gurley. He’s someone who can do just as much damage as a pass catcher as he does as a runner. Los Angeles doesn’t hesitate to get Gurley touches in areas like the screen game.

We should expect to see some fireworks this weekend in what promises to be a run matchup.

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