Week 8 Fantasy Football Matchups and Projections

BALTIMORE, Md. — The Baltimore Ravens will host the Chicago Bears in Week 8 of the NFL season. As fantasy football players set their lineups, wide receiver Zay Flowers warrants attention as he prepares to play against a mid-tier pass defense.

Flowers, who has been a crucial part of the Ravens’ offense, is not listed on the injury report. This means barring any surprise, he will take the field when the Ravens play the Bears on Sunday at 1 p.m. ET.

In Week 1, Flowers had a standout performance with seven catches for 143 yards and one touchdown against the Bills. However, his production slowed down following the injury to quarterback Lamar Jackson, averaging just 56 yards per game without adding any touchdowns in the subsequent matches.

The current projections estimate Flowers will score 14.9 fantasy points in PPR formats, tallying five receptions for 69 yards and potentially a rush yard as well. The forecast for Baltimore’s game day indicates ideal conditions, with temperatures around 60 degrees Fahrenheit and light winds.

Despite this, Flowers has remained the primary target in a changing offensive scheme. With Jackson’s return, experts consider him a viable flex play against a Bears defense that could allow significant points. Flowers’ target share remains notable; he has caught 34 passes while no other receiver on the Ravens has exceeded 22 targets, emphasizing his role in the lineup.

As always, fantasy managers should monitor injury reports leading up to the game for any late-breaking updates on Flowers or other team members. Tracking player conditions can provide an edge in fantasy leagues.