Sun Oct 26 04:00:00 UTC 2025: Here’s a news article summarizing the fantasy football advice, focusing on tight ends:

Headline: Fantasy Football Tight End Dilemmas: Who to Start, Who to Sit in Week 8

Fantasy football managers facing tough lineup decisions at the tight end position can find guidance in this week’s “Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em” analysis. Forget the obvious choices – this breakdown dives into the less clear-cut scenarios.

Start ‘Em:

  • Dallas Goedert (Eagles): Despite a slow Week 7, Goedert’s history against the Giants (9 catches, 110 yards, TD in Week 6) and high target volume in previous weeks make him a strong play.
  • Dalton Kincaid (Bills): Even with a recent injury, Kincaid leads the Bills in receiving yards and touchdowns. His high target rate and the Panthers’ vulnerability to tight ends make him a high-upside option.
  • Harold Fannin (Browns): The rookie is developing chemistry with his quarterback and leads the team in catches and receiving yards. With a favorable matchup against the Patriots and potential injury issues for David Njoku, Fannin is in play.
  • Kyle Pitts (Falcons): Coming off a 10-target game, Pitts has a good matchup against the Dolphins, who struggle against tight ends and players in the slot.
  • Cade Otton (Buccaneers): With injuries plaguing the Bucs’ offense, Otton has stepped up, scoring double-digit fantasy points in his last three games. With Chris Godwin Jr. out for another week, Otton should continue to see increased usage.
  • Daniel Taylor (Commanders): Despite recent struggles, Taylor has a prime matchup against the Bengals, who give up the most yards and touchdowns to tight ends. His target rate makes him worth a look for those in need of a tight end.
  • Bucky Gadsden (Chargers): After scoring the most fantasy points by a tight end last week Gadsden is not just a flash in the pan. He is trending upwards and worthy of a second look.

Sit ‘Em:

  • Zach Ertz (Commanders): With Marcus Mariota expected to start at quarterback due to Jayden Daniels’ injury, Ertz’s fantasy value takes a hit. A tough matchup against the Chiefs, who excel at defending tight ends, seals his fate.
  • Hunter Henry (Patriots): Henry’s target volume has plummeted in recent weeks, making him a risky play.
  • Brock Johnson (Giants): Johnson has appeal down the road with a high first-read share with QB Jaxson Dart, but a poor matchup against the Eagles makes him a player to bench for this week.
  • Pat Smith (Steelers): The Steelers utilize a four-deep tight end rotation, making it too difficult to trust Smith for consistent fantasy production.

More Help:
Beyond the tight end position, fantasy managers can find more advice, including starts and sits for quarterbacks, running backs, wide receivers, defenses/special teams, and kickers.

Note: Injury statuses are subject to change, so monitor updates before setting your lineups.

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