Week 8 was a rollercoaster ride for fantasy football players. Quarterback Brock Purdy shined, while wide receiver Stefon Diggs faced a season-ending injury. Running back Javonte Williams didn't impress, but rookie Brian Thomas Jr. showed promise before getting injured. Tight end Mark Andrews kept his scoring streak alive. As we look ahead to Week 9, let's focus on some must-start players.

Quarterback Matthew Stafford of the LA Rams is back in form with Cooper Kupp and Puka Nacua. Stafford threw four touchdowns last week and faces a Seattle defense that should give him plenty of opportunities.

Running back Chuba Hubbard of the Carolina Panthers is reliable and faces a New Orleans Saints defense that struggles against the run. D'Andre Swift of the Chicago Bears has been on a scoring streak and will test the weak Arizona Cardinals run defense.

Wide receiver Josh Downs of the Indianapolis Colts is set to benefit from Joe Flacco returning as quarterback. Downs faces a Minnesota Vikings defense that's been generous to wideouts. Darnell Mooney of the Atlanta Falcons has a good connection with Kirk Cousins and will face the struggling Dallas Cowboys defense. DJ Moore of the Chicago Bears has a favorable matchup against the Arizona Cardinals, who are weak against wide receivers.

Tight end T. J. Hockenson of the Minnesota Vikings returns after injury and will face an Indianapolis Colts defense that could struggle to contain him.

The Tennessee Titans defense looks promising against the New England Patriots, especially with Jacoby Brissett likely starting due to Drake Maye's concussion.

Fantasy Football: Top Picks for Week 9

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