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Omar Cooper or Germie Bernard

Who Should I Start? - Week 8 • Start New
Omar Cooper

Omar Cooper

WR • New York Jets NYJ
Germie Bernard

Germie Bernard

WR • Pittsburgh Steelers PIT
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EXPERT ANALYSIS

Owners starting Cooper over Bernard

 
 
 
 
START BOTH START BENCH BOTH BN

Cooper ... 31.25%

BOTH ... 32.81%

PROJECTION
FPTS: 9.1
REC REC YD REC TD FPTS
3.1 42 0.3 9.1
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Outlook Omar Cooper

Omar Cooper vs. Raiders — Rookie Playmaker Looking to Keep Rolling

Cooper has been sensational since returning from his ankle injury, capturing consecutive Rookie of the Week honors after back-to-back 100-yard, one-touchdown performances. Operating as the Jets' starting slot weapon, the rookie has hauled in 11 of 12 targets over his last two games and established instant chemistry with Geno Smith.

His rapid breakout has pushed his roster rate up to 94%, making him an appealing starter in most formats. While our models conservatively project him for around 9.7 fantasy points on roughly three to four catches, his explosive big-play efficiency gives him upside WR3 and flex appeal in this home matchup against Las Vegas.


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EXPERT ANALYSIS

Owners starting Bernard over Cooper

 
 
 
 
START BOTH START BENCH BOTH BN

Bernard ... 12.5%

BOTH ... 32.81%

PROJECTION
FPTS: 9.3
REC REC YD REC TD FPTS
3.7 40.6 0.3 9.3
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Outlook Germie Bernard

Germie Bernard vs. Browns: Rookie Carves Out Role in Crucial AFC North Clash

With Michael Pittman Jr. and Roman Wilson both sidelined on injured reserve, the rookie wideout has stepped into an expanded starting role across from DK Metcalf. Bernard has quickly gained Aaron Rodgers' trust, securing 14 receptions on 17 targets over his last two outings while showcasing strong yards-after-catch ability.

Our weekly projection slates Bernard for approximately 3.8 receptions, 41 receiving yards, and 9.4 PPR fantasy points against Cleveland. While a gritty divisional battle with a modest projected game total could limit overall passing volume, his sustained involvement keeps him firmly on the radar as a solid Flex option.


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Latest News Germie Bernard
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Performance Omar Cooper
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REC YDS AVG LONG TD
511523.0601
Season stats based on the past 7 days

REC YDS AVG LONG TD
1121819.8602
Season stats based on the past 14 days
Performance Germie Bernard
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REC YDS AVG LONG TD
3279.0200
Season stats based on the past 7 days

REC YDS AVG LONG TD
141148.1201
Season stats based on the past 14 days
Next Up ❱ Redzone Touches
Redzone Touches Omar Cooper
REDZONE
WK OPP ATT TAR REC
1 @TEN 🔓 🔓 🔓
6 GB 🔓 🔓 🔓
7 @DET 🔓 🔓 🔓

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Redzone Touches Germie Bernard
REDZONE
WK OPP ATT TAR REC
1 ATL 🔓 🔓 🔓
2 @NE 🔓 🔓 🔓
3 CIN 🔓 🔓 🔓
4 @CLE 🔓 🔓 🔓
5 IND 🔓 🔓 🔓
6 @TB 🔓 🔓 🔓
7 @NO 🔓 🔓 🔓

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Next Up ❱ Own/Start Comparison
OWN/START Omar Cooper
OWN
94%
+22.78 compared to last week
START
57%
+38.96 compared to last week
OWN/START Germie Bernard
OWN
94%
-3.29 compared to last week
START
48%
-27.07 compared to last week
Next Up ❱ Consensus Rankings
Expert Consensus Omar Cooper
27th
Average Ranking of Fantasy Experts
Expert Consensus Germie Bernard
28th
Average Ranking of Fantasy Experts
Next Up ❱ Player Breakdowns
Breakdown Omar Cooper

    Overview

  • Experts rank this player at 27th among WR's. Based on his stats from the past 30 days, he is currently ranked 41st with 36.80 total points (12.27 avg).
  • Currently 101.36 points behind the leader: Jaxon Smith-Njigba
  • He has been under achieving. Look for him to bounce back.
  • He has missed playing in at least 2 games but is not listed on the injury report as of today. Check out his player news to see if he has any nagging injuries.
  • Average points in the past two weeks have increased by 4.6 PPG. If you don't have the confidence he can keep it up, then trade him for a sure thing.
  • Receiving Stats

  • Top 75 in receptions, though that isn't saying much, and is currently ranked 75th among WR.
  • Top 100 in targets, though that isn't saying much, and is currently ranked 100th among WR.
  • Top 50 in reception yards with 248 and 20.67 YPC and is currently ranked 48th among WR.
  • Top 50 in Rec TDs with 2 and is currently ranked 38th among WR.
  • Rushing Stats

  • Top 75 in rush yards with 0 (0.00 per game), though that isn't saying much, and is currently ranked 62nd among WR.
  • Bonus Qualities

  • Played in 3 more games this year than last year.
  • At this point in the season his numbers compared to last years: Receptions: +12, Rec Yards: +248 Rec TDs: +2,
  • Big play ability! If your league has bonus points for long REC TDs then this guy would be great to have.
  • Season Outlook

  • REC: 55, REC YDS: 665, REC TDS: 6
Breakdown Germie Bernard

    Overview

  • Experts rank this player at 28th among WR's. Based on his stats from the past 30 days, he is currently ranked 53rd with 31.80 total points (4.54 avg).
  • Currently 106.36 points behind the leader: Jaxon Smith-Njigba
  • He should be doing much better than this. You might be able to get him now for a discount.
  • Average points in the past two weeks have increased by 4.2 PPG. If you don't have the confidence he can keep it up, then trade him for a sure thing.
  • Receiving Stats

  • Top 35 in receptions and is currently ranked 29th among WR.
  • Top 50 in targets and is currently ranked 40th among WR.
  • Top 35 in red zone targets and is currently ranked 30th among WR.
  • Top 50 in reception yards with 254 and 9.41 YPC and is currently ranked 47th among WR.
  • Top 75 in Rec TDs with 1, though that isn't saying much, and is currently ranked 69th among WR.
  • Rushing Stats

  • Top 50 in rush yards with 4 (0.57 per game) and is currently ranked 36th among WR.
  • Top 50 in rush tds with 0 (0.00 per game) and is currently ranked 48th among WR.
  • Bonus Qualities

  • Played in 7 more games this year than last year.
  • At this point in the season his numbers compared to last years: Receptions: +27, Rec Yards: +254 Rec TDs: +1,
  • Season Outlook

  • REC: 65, REC YDS: 800, REC TDS: 8
Next Up ❱ Health Check
Injury Omar Cooper

No Injury Reported

Injury Germie Bernard

No Injury Reported

Next Up ❱ Matchup Comparison
Matchups Omar Cooper

Week 8
New York Jets VS Las Vegas Raiders

PA/G YDS/G TO INT SACK TDs FSP
28.14388.711251603.09
Compare to same point last season

Overview

  • Experts rank this player at 23rd among DST's. Based on his stats from the past 30 days, he is currently ranked 19th with 35.00 total points (5.00 avg).
  • Currently 34 points behind the leader: Vikings DST
  • He is putting up slightly better numbers than the experts expected him to.
  • Decline in numbers lately by 4 PPG.

Defensive Stats

  • Top 4 in turnovers with 12 (1.71 per game) and is currently ranked 3rd among DST.
  • Ranked 31st in rush defense with 1005 (143.57 per game).
  • Ranked 25th in pass defense with 1716 (245.14 per game).
  • Top 12 in interceptions with 5 (0.71 per game) and currently ranked 11th among DST.
  • One of the worst in points against with 28.14 per game and currently ranked 31st among DST.
  • Currently ranked 24th in Total TDs with 0 (0.00 per game) among DST.

Bonus Qualities

  • At this point in the season his numbers compared to last years: Total Yards Against: +45.71, Turnovers: +5 Sacks: +1, INTs: +2, TDs: EVEN, Points Allowed: +2.43,

Season Outlook

  • SACK: 39, INT: 11, TDS: 2, PA/G: 27, YDS/G: 337.7
Matchups Germie Bernard

Week 8
Pittsburgh Steelers VS Cleveland Browns

PA/G YDS/G TO INT SACK TDs FSP
20.86337.14952004.13
Compare to same point last season

Overview

  • Experts rank this player at 9th among DST's. Based on his stats from the past 30 days, he is currently ranked 10th with 44.00 total points (6.29 avg).
  • Currently 25 points behind the leader: Vikings DST
  • He is putting up the kind of numbers the experts expected him to.
  • Average points in the past two weeks have remained fairly consistant and rose slightly by 0.7 PPG.

Defensive Stats

  • Top 12 in turnovers with 9 (1.29 per game) and is currently ranked 12th among DST.
  • Ranked 21st in rush defense with 815 (116.43 per game).
  • Top 12 in pass defense with 1545 (220.71 per game) and is currently ranked 11th among DST.
  • Top 6 in sacks with 20 (2.86 per game) and currently ranked 6th among DST.
  • Top 12 in points against with 20.86 per game and currently ranked 12th among DST.
  • Top 14 in Total TDs with 0 (0.00 per game) and currently ranked 14th among DST.

Bonus Qualities

  • At this point in the season his numbers compared to last years: Total Yards Against: +62.57, Turnovers: +1 Sacks: +2, INTs: EVEN, TDs: -1, Points Allowed: -0.85,

Season Outlook

  • SACK: 43, INT: 13, TDS: 3, PA/G: 23.7, YDS/G: 301.4
Next Up ❱ Ratings Comparison
Rating Omar Cooper
13.07
FantasySP Player Rating
Rating Germie Bernard
13.23
FantasySP Player Rating
Next Up ❱ Career Comparison
Career Omar Cooper
RECEIVING RUSH
YEAR TEAM GP TGTS REC YD AVG TD ATT YD AVG TD
2026 NYJ 3 13 12 248 20.7 2 0 0 0 0
ON PACE 7 32 29 602 20.7 5 0 0 0 0
3-YEAR AVG 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Totals 3 13 12 248 20.7 2 0 0 0 0
Career Germie Bernard
RECEIVING RUSH
YEAR TEAM GP TGTS REC YD AVG TD ATT YD AVG TD
2026 PIT 6 37 27 254 9.4 1 1 4 4 0
ON PACE 15 90 66 617 9.4 2 2 10 4 0
3-YEAR AVG 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Totals 6 37 27 254 9.4 1 1 4 4 0
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