The week is nearly wrapped up, and of course there were another round of injuries and surprising performances. As a result, fantasy managers will be on the lookout for wavier wire additions and replacement options for those injured over the weekend or just to bolster their lineup moving forward. Here are a few players to consider adding via the waiver wire this week. And also be sure to check out our full waiver wire article for the week.

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Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Targets

Ezekiel Elliott (NE): 43% rostered

• Next Opponents: BUF, @MIA, WSH
• True value: $16
• Desperate need: $26
• Budget-minded: $8

Analysis: Rhamondre Stevenson hasn’t looked right all season. Elliott has a lot of mileage but looked very good against the Raiders in Week 6. Zeke scored a touchdown and had a 74-yard jaunt called back on a penalty. It’s hard to believe, but Zeke is currently the best offensive player in New England.

Kareem Hunt (CLE): 36% rostered

• Next Opponents: @IND, @SEA, ARI
• True value: $12
• Desperate need: $20
• Budget-minded: $6

Analysis: I guess Hunt isn’t washed quite yet. In a really effective tandem with Jerome Ford, it was Hunt who found the end zone in Cleveland’s upset win over San Francisco. Even a 50/50 split in this backfield is more than worthy of a roster spot.

Justice Hill (BAL): 42% rostered

• Next Opponents: DET, @ARI, SEA
• True value: $11
• Desperate need: $19
• Budget-minded: $5

Analysis: Three of Hill’s 11 touches in Week 6 were receptions where he could show off his wheels in space. He is the only Ravens RB with that trait. Don’t be scared away by modest production in a brutal matchup with the Titans. Hill has perhaps the most upside of any ballcarrier still on the wire.

Elijah Mitchell (SF): 28% rostered

• Next Opponents: @MIN, CIN, BYE
• True value: $8
• Desperate need: $13
• Budget-minded: $3

Analysis: It remains to be seen whether Christian McCaffrey will miss any further action with his oblique injury. We’re also no closer to determining who will get the heavier workload if CMC misses time. Jordan Mason is a special teams ace who has filled in for Elijah Mitchell recently, but both were active in Week 6. Mason scored a touchdown but was behind Mitchell on the depth chart to start the season. Mitchell is my preference on waivers.

Successful In-Season Fantasy Football Management

Once your fantasy football team is drafted, the work is not over. Successful in-season management is crucial to a winning fantasy football season. Here are some tips to help you manage your team effectively throughout the season:

Stay up to date on player news
Keep track of player injuries, suspensions, and other news that may impact their performance. This will help you make informed decisions about which players to start each week.

Monitor the waiver wire
Keep an eye on the waiver wire and be ready to pick up players who may be undervalued or overlooked by other teams. This can provide valuable depth to your roster. Use our waiver wire assistant to view optimal lineups, waiver and trade suggestions, and league analysis.

Analyze matchups
Analyze the upcoming matchups for your players and opponents to determine which players to start in your lineup each week. Look for favorable matchups and take into account the strength of the opposing team’s defense.

Stay active in trades
Be open to trading players with other teams if it will benefit your team. Analyze the potential impact of a trade before making a decision and negotiate with other teams to find a mutually beneficial agreement.

Be prepared for bye weeks
Plan ahead for bye weeks by having backup players ready to fill in for your starters. Avoid having too many players with the same bye week, which can leave your team short-handed.

Don’t overreact to one bad week
Avoid overreacting to one bad week of performance by a player. Take a long-term view of their performance and evaluate their potential moving forward.

Continuously evaluate your roster
Continuously evaluate your roster throughout the season and make adjustments as needed. Be willing to drop underperforming players or make changes to your lineup if necessary.