Week 8 Fantasy Fooball Wide Receiver Rankings

Week 7 was a solid one for wide receivers as 19 wide outs cracked the 10 point barrier. Some of those getting the job done were Calvin Johnsonand Randy Moss, both proving that even with a back-up throwing them the ball, their talent still allows them to succeed. Meanwhile, Andre Johnson and Lee Evans once again showed  their maturity as wide receivers with both of them putting up their third straight 10+ point fantasy efforts. Then, there were the surprises. Josh Morganand Donnie Avery, two solid rookies, showed us what we have to look forward too, while Chad Johnsonand Javon Walker proved that it might not quite be time to leave them in the past.

So, what will week 8 bring us? Only time will truly tell, but as always, the Bruno Boys feel they have a pretty solid grasp on the week ahead, so enjoy the Fantasy Football Week 8 Wide Receiver Rankings.

1. Steve Smith (Carolina Panthers) vs. Arizona

What's not to like about Smith? The wide out produces at a consistently high level, evidenced by the fact that he has put 4 straight games together with at least 6 receptions and 96 receiving yards. He makes the most of his opportunities, averaging a staggering 17.7 yards per catch, and this week he matches up with a Cardinals' defense that ranks 20th against the pass and has allowed the most passing TDs (12) on the year.
Point Projection: 19 points

2. Lee Evans (Buffalo Bills) @ Miami

The knock on Lee Evans has been that the wideout lacked consistency. Sure, he'd put up monstrous games, but at other times, he'd completely disappear. But, like the Bills as a whole, it appears something's clicked for Evans, helping him to shed that inconsistency. In the Bills' last 3 games, Evans has gone for 16, 18, and 14 fantasy points. He should make it 4 double digit days in a row this week against the Dolphins, who gave up 2 scores to the wide out in their last meeting.
Point Projection: 18 points

3. Larry Fitzgerald (Arizona Cardinals) @ Carolina

There's no denying that the Carolina Panthers are good at stopping the pass. After all, they do rank 2nd in the league in pass defense and just held Drew Brees to his lowest fantasy output on the season. But, they've also never faced a tandem like Larry Fitzgerald and Anquan Boldin, who should be back and ready to go in week 8. Fitz currently ranks 4th in receiving yards and tied for first in receiving TDs. He's the quintessential must start.
Point Projection: 16 points

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4. Andre Johnson (Houston Texans) vs. Cincinnati

Yes, the Bengals are holding opposing pass offenses to under 200 yards, but they have also given up 10 TDs through the air and just allowed Big Ben to throw two on them and Byron Leftwich to throw one in week 7. The Texans are rolling and Johnson has three straight games of 130+ receiving yards. No way you could consider leaving that potential on your bench.
Point Projection: 16 points

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5. Santana Moss (Washington Redskins) @ Detroit

After a combined two points in weeks 5 and 6, Moss's owners were left wondering if the wideout they grew to love in the first 4 weeks of the season would ever return. Well, return he did. This past Sunday, Moss caught 4 balls for 75 yards and a score, earning his fourth double digit performance on the year. Moss's onwers won't have to wait long for number five as Moss should do just fine against the Lions and their 30th ranked pass defense this week.
Point Projection: 16 points

6. Randy Moss (New England Patriots) vs. St. Louis

The New England Patriots looked a lot like the team that went 16-0 during last year's regular season this past Monday Night, handing the Broncos a solid 41 to 7 beatdown. Moss didn't catch any of his patented deep balls, but he did still manage 18 fantasy points on 5 receptions for 69 yards and 2 TDs, which is even better news for his owners, because it shows that the Patriots and Moss have adjusted their game to fit Matt Cassel. Moss should continue to get better as he and the young QB develop their rapport.
Point Projection: 15 points

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