George Pickens Fantasy Hub: Week 8 Injury Update, Start ‘Em/Sit ‘Em Advice, Points Projection, and Weather Impact
The Dallas Cowboys (3-3) will visit the Denver Broncos (5-2) in Week 8. Here’s the latest fantasy football news and advice to help you with your lineups this week and moving forward, specifically regarding WR George Pickens.
Is George Pickens Playing in Week 8?
Pickens is not on the injury report and barring a surprise, he is expected to play.
We’ll continue to monitor the Cowboys’ injury report leading up to kickoff for any changes. You can also visit and bookmark our Fantasy News Tracker for the latest updates.
Should You Start or Sit George Pickens in Week 8?
A 44-yard catch made the day for George Pickens against the Commanders, and while spike plays like that aren’t the most reliable, it’s his specific role in this high-functioning pass game.
CeeDee Lamb returned last week, and while there was a minor downtick in target share of Pickens, he still saw over 100 air yards (he’s averaging 106 per game this season) and produced over expectations.
The ceiling is naturally going to be lower as the WR2 in this offense than when he was the WR1, but that doesn’t mean he falls out of your lineups.
If anything, the case could be made that, in the DFS streets, he’s now more attractive due to fewer managers flocking to him.
There will be some duds on weeks that the deep ball doesn’t connect, but assuming that Patrick Surtain draws the Lamb shadow, Pickens should have plenty of chances to impact your lineup as a rock-solid WR2.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
Pickens’ Fantasy Points Projection in Week 8
Pickens is projected to score 15.3 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project Pickens to have 5 receptions for 81 yards and 0.3 touchdowns. Pickens could also add 1 rushing yards.
Check out the free PFSN Fantasy Start-Sit Optimizer for the latest projections and advice for your lineups this week.
Week 8 Weather Impact: Cowboys at Broncos
The forecast for kickoff is 63 degrees Fahrenheit with 5 mph winds. These are ideal conditions for fantasy production.
