Fantasy Football 2017: 10 Deep sleepers for Week 8
By Dan Thomas
7. C.J. Beathard, QB, San Francisco 49ers (3.3 percent owned)
There’s a difference between “real-life” good and “fantasy football good” and Beathard is setting up as a greaty fantasy football play this week. The Eagles offense is on fire and should have no problem putting up 28+ points on the 49ers defense this week. When that happens, Beathard will be forced to throw a ton. The rookie has averaged 13.8 fantasy points over the last two weeks and I believe he’ll go for 15+ on Sunday. #GarbageTimeHero
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6. Marlon Mack, RB, Indianapolis Colts (28.9 percent owned)
The Colts most explosive running back, Marlon Mack, finished with nine touches last week. That might not sound like much but it was his first game without Robert Turbin who is out for the season. Mack will push for 10+ touches against the Bengals and the rookie gets a boost in PPR leagues.
5. Jalen Richard, RB, Oakland Raiders (25.8 percent owned)
The Raiders starting running back, Marshawn Lynch, is out for the game due to suspension. Richard will be sharing the load with teammate DeAndre Washington and will be the favorite for goal-line touches. His matchup isn’t great but 12-or-so touches with six teams on a bye isn’t something to ignore.