FanDuel NFL 2020: Best lineup for Week 8

Running Back: James Conner $6,900

What if you learned that last week was the first time since Week 1 that James Conner didn’t get either a touchdown or 100 yards? He should have had a one-yard touchdown, but it was called back on a facemask penalty. That would have given him an 18-point day, which would look worlds better than the 12 points he put up.

He still got plenty of opportunities. Conner had 20 carries and three receptions this past week. The Steelers are clearly looking to make him a huge part of their offense. Now, the Steelers look to take on the Ravens, their biggest rivals, which could set the stage for who comes out the winner of the AFC North. It’s clear that Mike Tomlin is going to go heavy with his offensive stars, which could lead to a big day for Conner.

This season, Conner is 9th in rushing touchdowns per game, 8th in rushing yards per game (with injured stars Raheem Mostert and Nick Chubb ahead of him on the list), and he’s one of the more reliable options every week, only scoring less than 12 once.

The Ravens have been inconsistent against the run all season. Just two weeks ago, they let up 118 yards to Miles Sanders. A running back can end up gashing them, but they haven’t scored a lot against them. They are allowing more than 100 yards per game on the ground, and four total touchdowns. Should be an interesting matchup. Especially since there are 12 options that are more expensive than him.

Other options: Aaron Jones $8,500, Jonathan Taylor $7,300