With the injury to Anthony Richardson, fantasy football managers are left with a potential void on their roster. Let’s check out the extent of the injury and players you can target on your waiver wire this week.

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Injury Outlook

Anthony Richardson (concussion) ruled out Sunday

Colts QB Anthony Richardson has officially been ruled out for the remainder of the game against Houston with a concussion.

Fantasy Impact

Richardson appeared to suffer the concussion on his second touchdown run of the day. The Colts will turn to Gardner Minshew to complete the remainder of the game in Houston. Richardson completed six of 10 pass attempts for 56 yards and tallied 35 rushing yards and two touchdowns on three rushing attempts prior to the injury.

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Waiver Wire Replacements to Target

Sam Howell (WAS): 20% rostered

• Next Opponents: BUF, @PHI, CHI
• True value: $8
• Desperate Need: $14
• Budget-minded: $4

Analysis: More respect better start flying around Sam Howell‘s name after yet another stellar fantasy performance, this time on the road in Denver. He makes good throws. He has good mobility and weapons. His relationship with offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy is blossoming into something special. Don’t be late to the party; grab this year’s Geno Smith while you still can.

Matthew Stafford (LAR): 35% rostered

• Next Opponents: @CIN, @IND, PHI
• True value: $6
• Desperate Need: $11
• Budget-minded: $3

Analysis: Rumors of Matthew Stafford‘s demise may have been premature. His arm is back to Howitzer strength, and despite missing Cooper Kupp, Stafford has developed a strong bond with his younger receivers. Puka Nacua is proving to be a very reliable chain mover, and Tutu Atwell has been good on deep and intermediate routes. Look for Stafford to continue his pass-happy ways up to and beyond Kupp’s return.

Derek Carr (NO): 40% rostered

• Next Opponents: @GB, TB, @NE
• True value: $5
• Desperate Need: $8
• Budget-minded: $1

Analysis: The Saints have the easiest schedule in the league, so you will rarely run into a matchup that will make you feel as if you can’t possibly start Carr that week. The veteran quarterback is also blessed with an abundance of pass-catching talent, including Chris Olave, Michael Thomas, Rashid Shaheed and, soon, Alvin Kamara.

C.J. Stroud (HOU): 9% rostered

• Next Opponents: @JAX, PIT, @ATL
• True value: $5
• Desperate Need: $11
• Budget-minded: $2

Analysis: An early surprise to some has been Houston’s inability to get Dameon Pierce going on the ground so far. Less shocking is C.J. Stroud‘s rapid development as a high-level passer. His 384 passing yards and a pair of touchdowns versus Indy in Week 2 doesn’t just pay the bills. With a trio of gettable defenses coming up, there’s a very strong argument for riding with Stroud as he climbs the rankings.