Welcome to another thrilling edition of The Sports Affiliation Newsletter, where we tackle Fantasy Football like a Linebacker on a Quarterback! As we gear up for Week 8, we’ve got your fantasy rankings hotter than a tailgate grill and ready to help you dominate your league.
But wait, there’s more! We’ll also dive into the Thursday night injury report for the showdown between the Minnesota Vikings Los Angeles Rams, because nothing says “game day” like a little injury intrigue. Plus, we’ve got some prop bets that might just make your wallet as happy as a touchdown dance.
And don’t forget to check out our weekly show schedule, where we break down all the latest action! Also check out some of the birthdays of the athletes who keep us glued to our screens. So grab your favorite snack, settle in, and let’s make this week one for the fantasy football history books!
Updated Weekly Fantasy Football Rankings WEEK 8
Thursday Night Football News/Injuries: Vikings @ Rams

VIKINGS INJURIES
Blake Cashman Linebacker – (Foot) is Ruled Out for Thursday night’s matchup with the Rams.
Akayleb Evans Cornerback – (Hip) is Questionable for Thursday night’s matchup with the Rams.
T.J. Hockenson Tight End – (Knee) is Questionable for Thursday night’s matchup with the Rams.
Dalton Risner Guard – (Back) is Questionable for Thursday night’s matchup with the Rams
Other players on Minnesota’s injury report this week who didn’t receive a game designation and are expected to be available.
Safety Theo Jackson (hand), Running Back Aaron Jones, Sr. (hamstring), Outside Linebacker Pat Jones II (shoulder), Tight End Josh Oliver (wrist) and Defensive Lineman Harrison Phillips (shoulder).
RAMS INJURIES
Joseph Noteboom Tackle – (Ankle) is Ruled Out for Thursday night’s matchup with the Vikings.
Troy Reeder Linebacker – (Hamstring) is Ruled Out for Thursday night’s matchup with the Vikings.
Jordan Whittington Wide Receiver – (Shoulder) is Ruled Out for Thursday night’s matchup with the Vikings.
Braden Fiske Defensive End – (Back) is Questionable for Thursday night’s matchup with the Vikings.
Neville Gallimore Defensive Tackle – (Shoulder) is Questionable for Thursday night’s matchup with the Vikings.
Puka Nacua Wide Receiver – (Knee) is Questionable for Thursday night’s matchup with the Vikings.
Other players on Los Angeles’ injury report this week who didn’t receive a game designation and are expected to be available.
Wide Receiver Cooper Kupp (ankle) and Cornerback Tre’Davious White (rest on Friday).
Bye Week: Week 8
- NO BYE WEEK TEAMS

OUR FREE PLAYS
JC’S KICKER PROPS (Draft Kings Sportsbook)
THURSDAY NIGHT
Will Reichard Over 7.5 Kicker Points –120
Will Reichard Over 1.5 Field Goals Made –135
IGGY’S BETS
SOCAL’S PROP BETS
THURSDAY NIGHT
Matt Stafford Over 33.5 Pass Attempts -130
Our Weekly Show Schedule
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THURSDAY October 24th
4:00 PM/EST
“Sup Homeslice Ep 19 Betting Show”
7:00 PM/EST
“Thursday Checkdown: Pros & Joes Fantasy Football Talk Week 8”
8:05 PM/EST
“Week 8 Vikings/Saints: TSA Thursday Night Watch Party”
SUNDAY October 27th
10:30AM/EST
TSA Hoops Show w/ JR
MONDAY October 28th
8:05 PM/EST
“Week 8 Gianrs/Steelers: TSA Monday Night Watch Party”
WEDNESDAY October 30th
8:30 PM/EST
“The Game Changers: Episode 55”
Athlete Birthdays of the Week

Oct 24th
- WAYNE ROONEY(38) Pro Soccer Player (HOF)
- JAYLEN BROWN (27) NBA Shooting Guard (Celtics)
- AMON-RA ST. BROWN (24) NFL Wide Receiver (Lions)
- SEAN O’MALLEY(29) Pro MMA Fighter
- JALEN RAMSEY(29) NFL Cornerback (Dolphins)
Oct 25th
- JUAN SOTO (25) MLB Outfielder (Yankees)
Oct 26th
- CM PUNK (45) Pro Wrestler (AEW)
- CARISSA JACKSON (34) Basketball Player (Harlem Globetrotters)
- ANTONIO PIERCE (45) Head Coach (Raiders)
Oct 27th
- LONZO BALL (26) NBA Point Guard (Bulls)
- ISLAM MAKHACHEV (32) Pro MMA Fighter
- LEON DRAISAITL (28) NHL Center (Oilers)
- BRADY QUINN (39) Broadcaster/Retired Quarterback (NCAA)
Oct 28th
- TERRELL DAVIS (51) NFL Wide Receiver (HOF)
- CAITLYN JENNER (71) Olympic Runner (Retired)
- SPENCER STRIDER (25) MLB Pitcher (Braves)
Oct 29th
- TANK DELL (24) NFL Wide Receiver (Texans)
- ANDY DALTON (36) NFL Quarterback (Panthers)
Oct 30th
- DEVIN BOOKER 27) NBA Point Guard (Suns)
- EDGE (50) Pro Wrestler (AEW)
- TY YOUNG(37) WNBA Assistant Head Coach (Sky)
- MARCUS MARIOTA (30) NFL Quarterback (Commanders)
- CALE MAKER (25) NHL Defenseman (Avalanche)
Weekly Sports Fun Fact

Minnesota World Series
On October 25th, 1987 Baseball World Series: Minnesota Twins beat St Louis Cardinals, 4-2 at HHH Metrodome for 4-3 series win and franchise first in Minneapolis; MVP: Twins pitcher Frank Viola
