Devonta Freeman will start Week 8 for the Atlanta Falcons. Despite dealing with a hip pointer, Freeman should see a strong workload against the Green Bay Packers with Tevin Coleman missing the game with a hamstring injury. Freeman was a full participant in practice leading up to the game which is a positive sign for his injury status.
Devonta Freeman will play despite hip injury, fantasy owners excited
Fantasy owners are excited to start Devonta Freeman with Tevin Coleman missing time
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Facing off against the Green Bay Packers’ defense, Devonta Freeman’s entire skill set will be utilized by the Atlanta Falcons. Freeman will see opportunities to both run the ball and catch passes out of the backfield for the Falcons.
Fantasy Projections: With Tevin Coleman out, Devonta Freeman’s role will only increase as the top running back for the Atlanta Falcons. As a viable option both rushing and receiving, fantasy owners are salivating at the opportunity to start Freeman at RB or Flex without his touches being split. Owners should see Freeman’s usual production plus more with the absence of Tevin Coleman.
