Fantasy football Week 8 features key running back projections and sleepers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 28, 2026, 10:06 PM
Last updated Oct 28, 2026
Running back projections for Week 8 of fantasy football highlight key players like Jonah Coleman and Seth McGowan. Analysts expect Breece Hall to make a significant impact upon his return, while Jonathan Taylor's potential trade adds uncertainty to the Colts' backfield. Jahmyr Gibbs is projected as the top running back, leading the league in targets per game. McGowan is noted as a sleeper despite a challenging matchup. Injury updates are also part of the discussions as fantasy managers prepare for their lineups.
- •Breece Hall returns as an anticipated RB1 for Week 8.
- •Jahmyr Gibbs leads all backs in targets per game.
- •Seth McGowan could lead the Colts in rushing attempts.
- •Jonah Coleman affects JK Dobbins' workload significantly.
- •Injury updates may influence player viability this week.
- 10:06 PMYahoo Sports — Fantasy Football Week 8 Running Back Projections & Rankings: Jonah Coleman, Seth McGowan Feature Sleepers
"Full running back projections for Week 8 fantasy football, featuring top picks, must-starts, sits, sleepers, and more.
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