Category: Waiver Wire

Man, ANOTHER rough week for injuries. The following players should be the top waiver wire priorities for the week.

Keep in mind, only players with an asterisk are “must-adds” for the week. The other players are ones that can be added if you need a bye-week replacement or depth at that particular position, and are in order of our preference. 

QB

Jared Goff (LAR)

RB

*Alfred Morris & Darren McFadden (DAL) – With Zeke Elliott’s situation still unclear, both of his backups need to be rostered. A Pop Warner player could run behind that O-line.

Orleans Darkwa (NYG)

Alex Collins (BAL)

WR

Nelson Agholor (PHI)

Josh Doctson (WAS)

Bennie Fowler (DEN)

Eric Decker (TEN)

TE

George Kittle (SF)

Woof. Quite a week for injuries. The following players should be the top waiver wire priorities for the week.

Keep in mind, only players with an asterisk are “must-adds” for the week. The other players are ones that can be added if you need a replacement or depth at that particular position, and are in order of our preference. 

QB

*Deshaun Watson (HOU) – He was the top of our priority list last week, and should not still be available in your league. However, if he is, you better scoop him up. 10 touchdowns over his last two games, with 5 coming against the 5-0 Kansas City Chiefs. Unreal.

Jacoby Brissett (IND)

RB

*Jerick McKinnon (MIN) – We were on the Murray train last week, but that one lost steam shortly after leaving the station. McKinnon dominated backfield touches on Monday Night Football and, quite frankly, is the better back in Minnesota. He’s especially useful in PPR formats.

Marlon Mack (IND)

Matt Breida (SF)

Elijah McGuire (NYJ)

WR

*Sterling Shepard (NYG) Likely already rostered in your league, Shepard is one of the only WRs on the Giants that isn’t going be miss significant time. He and tight end Evan Engram will be in line for a ton of targets going forward. Worth an add in all leagues, where available.

Roger Lewis (NYG)

Mike Williams (LAC)

Kendall Wright (CHI)

TE

David Njoku (CLE)

Your lineup hobbled by injuries? Looking to scoop the top waiver wire add for the week? The following players should be the top waiver wire priorities for the week.

Keep in mind, only players with an asterisk are “must-adds” for the week. The other players are ones that can be added if you need a replacement or depth at that particular position, and are in order of our preference. 

QB

*Deshaun Watson (HOU) – Don’t bank on him to put up 5 TDs every week, but the talent Watson has is undeniable. With weapons like DeAndre Hopkins and Will Fuller, as well as the ability to make plays on this own, Watson should provide consistent returns for those that have him.

RB

*Latavius Murray (MIN) – Dalvin Cook’s season ending ACL injury is brutal. There isn’t much talent left in the Vikings backfield, but Murray is the best option here. Never especially effective or exciting, Murray will still be the lead back for the Vikings going forward and will get lots of touches each game. For that reason alone, he is a good add, particularly for those folks that lost Cook.

Wendell Smallwood (PHI)

Alvin Kamara (NO)

Wayne Gallman (NYG)

Thomas Rawls & Eddie Lacy (SEA)

Aaron Jones & Jamaal Williams (GB)

 

WR

*Devin Funchess (CAR) – Listed on our post last week, Funchess is the clear favorite to get a majority of the Cam Newton targets initially reserved for Greg Olsen. Probably your last chance to get him in most leagues.

Will Fuller V (HOU)

 

TE

*Evan Engram (NYG) – The Giants throw the ball a lot, and he gets many of those targets. Enough said. Scoop him, if you haven’t already.

Your lineup letting you down? Looking to scoop the top waiver wire add for the week? While still early, pickups from now on can have a big impact on your chances of winning the title. The following players should be the top waiver wire priorities for the week.

Keep in mind, only players with an asterisk are “must-adds” for the week. The other players are ones that can be added if you need a replacement or depth at that particular position, and are in order of our preference. 

QB

Tyrod Taylor (BUF)

RB

*Chris Thompson (WAS) – On our list last week, this is probably your last chance to scoop Thompson. Coach Jay Gruden has said he will not be increasing Thompson’s touches per game, but after the display he put on in prime time, it’s hard to look past his production.

Wendell Smallwood (PHI)

Jamaal Charles (DEN)

D’Onta Foreman (HOU)

WR

Paul Richardson (SEA)

Devin Funchess (CAR)

Marquise Lee (JAX)

Sterling Shepard (NYG)

TE

Austin Seferian-Jenkins (NYJ)

Ryan Griffin (HOU)

 

Your draft day lineup letting you down? Looking to scoop the top waiver wire add for the week? While still early, pickups from now on can have a big impact on your chances of winning the title. The following players should be the top waiver wire priorities for the week.

Keep in mind, only players with an asterisk are “must-adds” for the week. The other players are ones that can be added if you need a replacement or depth at that particular position, and are in order of our preference. 

QB

Trevor Siemian (DEN)

Jay Cutler (MIA)

RB

*Chris Carson (SEA) – On our list last week, this is probably your last chance to scoop Carson. He looks to be the back to have in SEA, though there still seems to be a bit of a Running Back By Committee (RBBC). That said, he will continue to get lots of work. Get him now.

*Buck Allen (BAL) – Same thing here. If still available, you better scoop now.

Chris Thompson & Samaje Perine (WAS)

WR

*Rashard “Hollywood” Higgins (CLE) – Corey Coleman has a broken hand and will likely be out a few weeks. Higgins caught 7 passes on 11 targets for 95 yards last week in his absence, and will be DeShone Kizer’s favorite target while Coleman is out. In an offense with very few options, he’s a must add.

J.J. Nelson (ARI)

Jermaine Kearse (NYJ)

Kendall Wright (CHI)

TE

*Hunter Henry (LAC) – Henry should be rostered in ever league already. However, there is undoubtedly some people that dropped him after Week 1’s zero target catastrophe. That was a mistake, and if he’s available in your league you need to get him.

Evan Engram (NYG)

Ben Watson (BAL)

Zach Miller (CHI)

 

Your draft day lineup let you down Week 1? Looking to scoop the top waiver wire add for the week? While still early, pickups from now on can have a big impact on your chances of winning the title. The following players should be the top waiver wire priorities for the week.

Keep in mind, only players with an asterisk are “must-adds” for the week. The other players are ones that can be added if you need a replacement or depth at that particular position, and are in order of our preference. 

QB

*Carson Wentz (PHI) – Wentz went for over 300 yards in his Week 1 matchup against division rival Washington. With a lot of weapons at his disposal, Wentz should continue to put up solid numbers.

Sam Bradford (MIN)

Tyrod Taylor (BUF)

RB

*Tarik Cohen (CHI) – In his debut, Cohen tallied 13 touches for 113 yards and a touchdown against Atlanta. Not saying that he has taken over for Jordan Howard completely, but it’s hard to ignore that volume and production. He will at least be a member of a timeshare, making him a viable FLEX going forward. He is a must-add and our #1 waiver claim for the week. Plus, he can do this:

Javorious “Buck” Allen (BAL)

Chris Carson (SEA)

Kerwyn Williams, Andre Ellington, & Chris Johnson (ARI)

WR

*Cooper Kupp (LAR) – Yes, it was just one week and it was against Indianapolis, but the Rams looked very good. Jared Goff seemed to be comfortable and was able to get the ball to Kupp four times on six targets, for 76 yards and a touchdown. Sammy Watkins is still the WR1 in LA but, if this keeps up, Kupp can certainly be a FLEX play week to week.

Corey Davis (TEN)

Kenny Golladay (DET)

Nelson Agholor (PHI)

Marquise Lee & Allen Hurns (JAX)

TE

Charles Clay (BUF)

Austin Hooper (ATL)

Zach Miller (CHI)

It’s Week 16, and you’re one win away from a trophy. Now, let’s get to work.

Last week’s post has been updated, and Week 15 players have been removed.

Quarterback and Defense Streamers

 

Week 16

QB
Jameis Winston (TB) @ NO
Tyrod Taylor (BUF) vs MIA
Marcus Mariota @ JAX

DEF
San Diego Chargers @ CLE
Tennessee Titan @ JAX
Los Angeles Rams vs SF

Running Back Handcuffs

Bilal Powell (NYJ) (Matt Forte)
Kenneth Farrow (SD) (Melvin Gordon)
DeAngelo Williams (PIT) (LeVeon Bell)
Derrick Henry (TEN) (DeMarco Murray)
Mike Gillislee (BUF) (LeSean McCoy)
Charles Sims (TB) (Doug Martin)

One more game, one more game! You’re almost there. The following players should be the top waiver wire priorities for the week.

At this point, we’ve already written about a lot of these guys, so hopefully you have them. However, if they are available these dudes need to be your targets for the week:

WR
Robby Anderson (NYJ) – As expected, Anderson found the end zone again this week. Ryan Fitzpatrick  might be under center Week 16, which makes Anderson a little less stable, but he’s got playmaking ability either way.

Alshon Jeffery (CHI) – 89 yards and a touchdown first week back? We’ll take it.

Tyler Lockett (SEA) – Lockett has once again proven that when healthy he is one of the biggest deep threats in the game. He’s got a tough matchup this week, but should continue to shine with targets.

J.J. Nelson (AZ) – This guy can fly, if given just a bit of space. In a situation where you may need a big play threat to pull off an unlikely win, Nelson might just be your guy.

RB
Bilal Powell (NYJ)  – Matt Forte was a surprise “active” for Saturday’s game, but that didn’t stop Powell from making his mark with 16 attempts for 84 yards and 11 receptions on 12 targets (!) for 78 yards. Not a bad day at the office.

Dion Lewis (NE)- Clearly LeGarrette Blount’s backup, Lewis is still able to contribute when given the carries. The New York  Jets are up next for the New England Patriots, so look for him to continue making plays.

DEF
San Diego Chargers – They’re playing the Cleveland Browns in the fantasy football championship, and just held the Oakland Raiders to 19 points. Oh, and the Browns have given up the 2nd most points to opposing D/ST this season. Roll with the Bolts.

It’s Week 15, and you’ve secured your spot in the 2nd round. Now, let’s get to work.

Last week’s post has been updated, and Week 14 players have been removed.

Quarterback and Defense Streamers

Week 15

QB
Tyrod Taylor (BUF) vs CLE
Jameis Winston (TB) at DAL
Carson Palmer (ARI) vs NO

DEF
Buffalo Bills vs CLE
Houston Texans vs JAX
Miami Dolphins @ NYJ

Week 16

QB
Jameis Winston (TB) @ NO
Tyrod Taylor (BUF) vs MIA
Marcus Mariota @ JAX

DEF
San Diego Chargers @ CLE
Tennessee Titan @ JAX
Los Angeles Rams vs SF

Running Back Handcuffs

Whether you have the starter on these teams (listed after each) or are looking for playoff depth, the following running backs will be great options if the guy ahead of them misses any time.

Bilal Powell (NYJ) (Matt Forte) – potential starter Week 15
Kenneth Farrow (SD) (Melvin Gordon) – likely starter Week 15
DeAngelo Williams (PIT) (LeVeon Bell)
Derrick Henry (TEN) (DeMarco Murray)
Mike Gillislee (BUF) (LeSean McCoy)
Charles Sims (TB) (Doug Martin)

One down, two to go before you’re a champion. The following players should be the top waiver wire priorities for the week.

Should already be on your roster:
The following players should have already been picked up in past weeks, but if still available should be a top target for you this week:

WR
Taylor Gabriel (ATL) – Another one. With Julio Jones still hobbled, Gabriel will continue to thrive. Get him.

On to the next one:
Whether they had a big Week 14, their team has suffered a loss to injury, or you’re stashing for your playoff run, these guys need to be your targets for the week:

WR
Robby Anderson (NYJ) – Since Bryce Petty has taken over at quarterback for the New York Football Jets he has loved Anderson. With 23 targets, 160 yards, and a touchdown over the last two games, Anderson should continue to do well, as long as the Jets try to score. Biggest risk here is them giving up on games in an effort to tank.

Alshon Jeffery (CHI) – Potentially dropped in many leagues due to his suspension, Jeffery returns to action this week. Though a relatively meaningless game for the Chicago Bears, Jeffery could be a lifesaver for many fantasy playoff contenders. Matt Barkley has been playing surprisingly well, and (when healthy) Jeffery has the potential to dominate.

RB
Bilal Powell (NYJ) – Featured in our Week 9 write up, Powell should probably be in the section above, but we’ll put him here since it’s been a minute. Thought it seems weird to have another player from a 4-9 team on this list, their offense hasn’t been terrible for fantasy purposes and has some pieces that put up points. Powell is one of those players. With Matt Forte hobbled, and looking like he may miss time, Powell showed once again that he can dominate when given the chance. Scoop him.

Kenneth Farrow (SD) – Similar to Powell, Farrow is the backup to an elite RB, but proved that he can ball, too. Melvin Gordon also looks like he’ll miss some time and Farrow filled in well in his absence. Though we’d rather have Powell because we’ve gotten to see more of him in the past, Farrow will also be a great pickup this week, especially if Gordon misses this week and/or next.