Jakobi Meyers Fantasy Week 8: Projections vs. Lions, Points and Stats, Start or Sit

Luis Escalante

Oct 25, 2023

Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Jakobi Meyers will take on the 23rd-ranked passing defense of the Detroit Lions (240.6 yards allowed per game) in Week 8, at 8:15 PM ET on Monday.

When setting your fantasy football lineup this week, is Meyers worth starting? For insights into his game against the Lions, we’ve got you covered.

Should you start Meyers on your fantasy team? Check out 4for4’s Who Should I Start tool to compare him against other players.

Jakobi Meyers Week 8 Game Info

Let’s highlight a few of the upcoming game’s key info, along with the projected fantasy points for Meyers:

Matchup: Las Vegas Raiders at Detroit Lions

Time: 8:15 PM

Date: October 30, 2023

Projected Fantasy Points: 8.404

Jakobi Meyers Fantasy Stats

Below is a glance at the fantasy numbers of Meyers this season:

With 68.5 fantasy points (11.4 per game) in 2023, Meyers ranks 74th overall in the league and 23rd at his position.

Meyers has accumulated 186 yards receiving, on 19 catches (30 targets), with three touchdowns and an average of 12.2 fantasy points (36.6 total) over his past three games.

Meyers has accumulated 304 yards receiving, on 28 catches (46 targets), with three touchdowns and 48.4 fantasy points (9.7 per game) in his past five games.

Jakobi Meyers accumulated 20.1 fantasy points — nine catches, 81 yards and two touchdowns — in Week 1 versus the Denver Broncos, his best game of the season.

In his worst game of the season — Week 4 versus the Los Angeles Chargers — Meyers finished with 3.3 fantasy points. His stat line: two catches, 33 yards, on four targets.

Check out the latest fantasy rankings from 4for4!

Jakobi Meyers 2022 Fantasy Game Log

Week	Opponent	Fantasy Points	Targets	Receptions	Yards	TDs
Week 1	@Broncos	20.1	10	9	81	2
Week 3	Steelers	8.5	12	7	85	0
Week 4	@Chargers	3.3	4	2	33	0
Week 5	Packers	13.5	10	7	75	1
Week 6	Patriots	12.1	7	5	61	1
Week 7	@Bears	11	13	7	50	1

Jakobi Meyers vs. Lions

Here are several relevant data points on the Lions defense Meyers will be matching up against:

Detroit has given up over 100 receiving yards to one player this season.

Nine players have caught a touchdown against the Lions this season.

Detroit has allowed two or more receiving touchdowns to two players this season.

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Luis Escalante

Luis Escalante is a seasoned expert in NBA betting and Director of Strategy at Betsperts Group. With over a decade of experience in sports analytics and a strong background in NFL, fantasy football, daily fantasy sports, and betting, Luis has become a well-respected and trusted authority in the industry. His extensive knowledge of data analysis and sports betting strategies has helped countless individuals make informed decisions and gain an edge in the competitive world of betting. Luis has been a regular contributor to 4for4 since 2014, Luis is committed to providing the highest quality insights and advice.

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