Fantasy Football Happy Hour with Matthew Berry Week 8 Love/Hate: De’Von Achane, Derrick Henry, Rashee Rice, Jalen Hurts
Oct 23, 2025
The hosts dive into their childhood crushes from sitcoms, sparking nostalgia and laughter. They analyze key running backs, including De'Von Achane's strong matchup against the Falcons and Derrick Henry's potential with Lamar Jackson back. Wide receivers take the spotlight, with Rashee Rice's impactful return and A.J. Brown's favorable matchup against the Giants. The quarterbacks discussed include Jalen Hurts' momentum and Justin Herbert's prospects against the Vikings. They also share insightful betting tips for the upcoming Chargers-Vikings clash.
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Start Running Backs Against Bengals
- Start Breece Hall in Week 8 versus Cincinnati due to Bengals' consistent RB fantasy allowance.
- Target backs seeing 15+ touches against Cincinnati because they average nearly 20 fantasy points.
Lean On Derrick Henry This Week
- Play Derrick Henry as a top-10 option against the Bears with Lamar Jackson returning.
- Trust expected heavy carries and favorable implied team total for touchdown upside.
Emotional Return Sparks Momentum
- Rashee Rice described emotional relief returning to the field after injury and praised the bond with teammates.
- He emphasized that limited snaps still showcased his role and future potential with the Chiefs.