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ArticleFantasy football 2026: Week 8 preview – Start/sit and moreOctober 29, 2026

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Josh Jacobs (vs. CAR) looked very good in his return, and he should get better and stronger against a Panthers' run defense that just got put through the meat grinder by Tampa.

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Jacobs smash play vs. CAR; strong return, Panthers allow 2nd-most rushing TDs

Josh Jacobs vs. CAR is a smash spot in Week 8. He looked very good in his return and should get better and stronger against a Panthers run defense that just got put through the meat grinder by Tampa. The Panthers have allowed the second most rushing TDs and FPPG to opposing running backs.

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Jacobs faces multiple allegations; off-field legal issues ongoing.

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Jacobs back from exempt list but faces potential suspension; Packers may seek backup

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I don't see how the Packers can move forward with Josh Jacobs. Multiple allegations of abuse provide a bright line, even in the NFL.

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Jacobs pleaded no contest to battery charges; three other women made abuse allegations.

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Multiple women accused Jacobs of abuse in newly-released police records: January 2022 incident (slapping, hair-grabbing, throat-grabbing, phone confi...

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Jacobs played 70%+ of Packers RB snaps in Week 8 despite legal issues.

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