Jayden Higgins Fantasy Hub: Week 8 Injury Update, Start ‘Em/Sit ‘Em Advice, Points Projection, and Weather Impact
The Houston Texans (2-3) will host the San Francisco 49ers (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 Jayden Higgins.
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Is Jayden Higgins Playing in Week 8?
Higgins is not on the injury report and barring a surprise, he is expected to play.
We’ll continue to monitor the Texans’ 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 Jayden Higgins in Week 8?
Jayden Higgins profiles more as Nico Collins’ insurance than Christian Kirk, so it wasn’t surprising to see him not see a massive role change to open last week’s loss to the Seahawks with the slot weapon sidelined (hamstring).
He’s earned 13 targets this season and really hasn’t proven himself to the Texans, let alone fantasy managers. That said, Collins (concussion) did exit early on Monday night and the 49ers are one of four defenses yet to intercept a deep pass.
They also rank 20th on completion percentage against when it comes to those chunk plays, making Higgins an interesting desperation dart throw in a week where you may be required to take such a shot.
That’s if Collins is sidelined. If he plays, that’s where those shot passes are going, and you can find better lottery tickets to scratch.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
Higgins’ Fantasy Points Projection in Week 8
Higgins is projected to score 10.7 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project Higgins to have 4 receptions for 49 yards and 0.4 touchdowns.
Check out the free PFSN Fantasy Start-Sit Optimizer for the latest projections and advice for your lineups this week.
Week 8 Weather Impact: 49ers at Texans
Since the Texans play in a dome, there is no weather impact for this Week 8 matchup. Temperatures will be a comfortable 72 degrees Fahrenheit with no wind.
