NFL Fantasy Week 8: Tight Ends to Start and Sleepers to Watch

Top TE Starts:: Dallas Goedert, Dalton Kincaid, Harold Fannin Jr., Kyle Pitts, Cade Otton and Mason Taylor are recommended starts based on matchups and recent performance.

Sleeper TEs to Watch:: Harold Fannin Jr., Mason Taylor, Dalton Schultz, Juwan Johnson, and Evan Engram are identified as potential sleepers with favorable matchups or increased opportunities due to injuries.

National Tight Ends Day:: Week 8 coincides with National Tight Ends Day, putting a spotlight on the position and potentially leading to increased involvement in game plans.

Key Injuries Impacting TE Usage:: Injuries to Mike Evans and Chris Godwin Jr. in Tampa Bay increase the potential usage for Cade Otton. David Njoku's status impacts the value of Harold Fannin Jr.

Favorable TE Matchups:: Cincinnati has allowed the most yards and touchdowns to tight ends, making Mason Taylor an intriguing play. Miami has struggled against tight ends, potentially benefitting Kyle Pitts.

Dallas Goedert (Eagles):: After a down week, Goedert is poised for a bounce-back performance against the Giants, a team he previously dominated.

Dalton Kincaid (Bills):: Kincaid's return from injury provides a significant boost to the Bills' passing game, and he faces a favorable matchup against the Panthers.

Harold Fannin Jr. (Browns):: If David Njoku is out, Fannin becomes a valuable option, particularly against a Patriots defense that has struggled against tight ends.

Kyle Pitts (Falcons):: Pitts is seeing increased targets and faces a Dolphins defense that struggles against tight ends and the slot position.

Cade Otton (Buccaneers):: With injuries to key receivers, Otton's usage has increased, making him a viable streaming option.

Mason Taylor (Jets):: Despite recent struggles, Taylor's matchup against the Bengals, who are highly susceptible to tight ends, makes him a worthwhile consideration.

Harold Fannin Jr. (Browns):: As mentioned, if Njoku is out, Fannin has the potential to shine.

Mason Taylor (Jets):: Again, the Bengals' struggles against TEs make Taylor a boom-or-bust option.

Dalton Schultz (Texans):: With injuries to Collins and Kirk, Schultz could be Stroud's primary target.

Juwan Johnson (Saints):: With a history of strong performances against Tampa Bay, Johnson could be a valuable streamer.

Evan Engram (Broncos):: Engram has been consistently involved in the Broncos' offense and faces a Cowboys defense that has been vulnerable to tight ends.