Blog · Week 8 · October 31, 2026
Should you pick up Makai Lemon in Week 8?
Yes, he is worth picking up this week thanks to his recent breakout performance and a very favorable matchup against Washington. His target volume is trending upward, making him a smart depth addition.
The breakout performance of Makai Lemon
The rookie wide receiver from Philadelphia is coming off his best game of the season in Week 7 against Dallas, where he scored 19.7 PPR points by catching 7 passes for 67 yards and 1 touchdown. At 22 years old, the first-year player has appeared in 7 games this year totaling 49.9 fantasy points with an average of 7.1 per contest. In prior outings, he maintained consistent involvement with 6 targets against the Los Angeles Rams, 7 versus Jacksonville, and 6 against Carolina. This steady progression shows the coaching staff trusts him more within the aerial scheme.
Week 8 model breakdown and matchup analysis
Our proprietary model projects Makai Lemon to finish with 8.9 PPR points, 7 in Half PPR, and 5.2 in standard scoring for Week 8, ranking him as the WR52 of the week. While his baseline numbers look modest, this projection gets a major boost from the upcoming opponent. The team will face Washington on the road in a game rated as a MATCHUP FÁCIL. The opposing defense surrenders an average of 35.9 points per game to wide receivers, ranking number 7 out of 32, meaning they allow significant production to the position.
Waiver wire activity and league trends
The fantasy market shows heavy activity from managers looking for upside. Makai Lemon has been added in 141688 leagues over the past 24 hours with 0 drops recorded, reflecting clear upward momentum. His role as a young piece in a dynamic offense makes him a primary target for managers seeking bench depth or an emergency option due to injuries and byes. Securing him now could pay off nicely if he sustains the chemistry he recently displayed with his quarterback.
Fantasy advice
ADD · Add him immediately in all PPR and Half PPR leagues as a high-upside bench stash for Week 8. In standard scoring formats his value drops due to reception dependence, so treat him strictly as bench depth there. Given the favorable MATCHUP FÁCIL against Washington and his recent 19.7-point outing, you can plug him in as a deep flex if you are desperate, but ideally, stash him on your bench to see if this role is permanent.
Projection from the FX Model, Fantasy Expertos' own system.
FAQ
What is Makai Lemon's fantasy points average?
He is averaging 7.1 PPR fantasy points per game so far in the 2026 season.
Who do the Eagles play in Week 8?
They play away against Washington in a game featuring a favorable MATCHUP FÁCIL for wide receivers.
How did Makai Lemon perform in Week 7?
He had his best game against Dallas with 19.7 PPR points, catching 7 passes for 67 yards and 1 touchdown.