2 weeks Ago By Mike Masala
The New England Patriots have been one of the least productive offenses in football through the first seven weeks of the season, scoring just 14.1 points per game (tied for 30th) and gaining just 262.9 yards per game (30th).
With that, most of their players haven't been fantasy-relevant. Running back Rhamondre Stevenson has had a few good games on the ground, and rookie quarterback Drake Mayehas looked competent since taking over as the starter two weeks ago. In Week 8, Fantasy Football owners shouldn't be considering many Patriots for their lineups, but if it's a deeper league or there's an injury or bye week, they may have to.
Should fantasy owners use either Maye or Stevenson in Week 8 as New England hosts the New York Jets? Let's discuss. Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Week 8: Drake Maye Maye has looked solid through his first two games, averaging 16.3 fantasy points, but he's also had a few turnovers (all against the Houston Texans).
His lack of support around him between the offensive line and weapons makes him a tough guy to start each week. And, considering the Jets' defense is allowing the fifth-fewest fantasy points to opposing quarterbacks, it may be best to go another direction. Verdict: Sit 'Em Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Week 8: Rhamondre Stevenson Stevenson started off the year rushing for 201 yards and two touchdowns in New England's first two games.
He also rushed for another 89 yards and a score against the Miami Dolphins in Week 5. Outside of that, he's been pedestrian, rushing for 84 yards on 3.2 yards per attempt in his other three games.
Against the Jaguars last week, he rushed for just 18 yards on seven attempts while trying to return from a foot injury that kept him out of Week 6 against Houston. Until the Patriots prove that they can commit to the run again, it's probably best to look elsewhere. Verdict: Sit 'Em MORE PATRIOTS NEWS Patriots elevate linebacker from practice squad for Week 8 What to know about Patriots-Jets matchup Former first-round pick named trade deadline target for New England Patriots WR makes desires clear amid trade rumors.
