Blog · Week 8 · October 28, 2026
Should you pick up Elijah Mitchell in Week 8?
Yes, you can consider him as a deep waiver wire stash due to his involvement in the passing game. However, his projected ceiling for this week remains modest against a tough matchup.
Recent performance and current context
The 28-year-old running back with 5 years of experience comes off a Week 7 appearance against Dallas, where he scored 6.4 PPR fantasy points. During that game, he carried the ball 3 times for 11 yards while catching 3 of his 4 targets for 23 receiving yards. Across the 2026 season, he has played 1 game averaging 6.4 PPR points per contest. The fantasy community has kept him rostered in over 743000 leagues with zero recent drops reported over a 24-hour window, showing steady interest as a depth piece.
Week 8 model projections and outlook
Our internal forecasting model ranks him as the RB47 for this slate of games. The statistical projections estimate a total of 7.9 PPR points, dropping to 6.3 points in Half PPR formats, and down to 4.8 points in standard scoring leagues. These metrics indicate that his weekly upside relies heavily on passing-game involvement rather than heavy rushing volume, keeping his expected baseline quite limited for fantasy managers.
Facing Washington in Week 8
The upcoming schedule features an away matchup against Washington carrying a MATCHUP DIFÍCIL designation. That opposing defense surrenders an average of 18.5 fantasy points per game to opposing running backs, ranking 27th out of 32 teams. While they allow room for production, the offensive game plan might limit his touches. Given his age and current backup status, fantasy managers should weigh their roster depth before making any aggressive waiver claims.
Fantasy advice
ADD · You should add him only as a deep bench stash or emergency depth in PPR leagues where his pass-catching floor provides minimal security. For Half PPR and standard formats, his projections of 6.3 and 4.8 points mean you must keep him out of your starting lineup. Leave him on your bench or use him strictly as a last resort due to bye weeks or injuries.
Projection from the FX Model, Fantasy Expertos' own system.
FAQ
What are Elijah Mitchell's Week 8 projections?
Our model projects 7.9 PPR points, 6.3 Half PPR points, and 4.8 standard points.
Who is Elijah Mitchell playing against in Week 8?
He plays away against Washington in a tough defensive matchup.
Is Elijah Mitchell worth a waiver wire claim?
He is worth an add only in deep formats as a stash, as he remains rostered in over 743000 leagues.