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 here’s all of our fantasy football waiver wire advice for Week 8.

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Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Targets

Tyjae Spears (TEN): 41% rostered

• Next Opponents: ATL, @PIT, @TB
• True value: $11
• Desperate need: $19
• Budget-minded: $5

Analysis: Spears is different from a lot of “swing” RBs in that his role so far this season has been very steady. He is spelling Derrick Henry and also catching passes in long-yardage scenarios. The upcoming schedule following Tennessee’s bye looks pretty rugged for Henry, but it could be profitable for Spears’ managers.

Justice Hill (BAL): 41% rostered

• Next Opponents: @ARI, SEA, CLE
• True value: $10
• Desperate need: $17
• Budget-minded: $4

Analysis: Hill only garnered four rushing attempts and one reception in Baltimore’s Week 7 drubbing of Detroit. It was a tough matchup that got out of hand quickly, leaving Hill managers wanting. The next two games should line up much more favorably for the speedy back from Oklahoma State. Arizona and Seattle have each struggled to corral RBs, especially those with Hill’s versatility.

Latavius Murray (BUF): 22% rostered

• Next Opponents: TB, @CIN, DEN
• True value: $9
• Desperate need: $14
• Budget-minded: $3

Analysis: Most people assumed that Buffalo would run New England off the field in Week 7. Apparently that’s why they play the games, because the Bills were clearly flat in the loss. It crushed our prospects of four-minute offense with big Lat Murray chewing up yards down the stretch. Don’t be deterred from adding Murray for a bargain price this week. Buffalo will have better games, and the grizzled vet will thrive in positive game flows ahead.

Emari Demercado (ARI): 14% rostered

• Next Opponents: BAL, @CLE, ATL
• True value: $7
• Desperate need: $12
• Budget-minded: $3

Analysis: Please don’t chase last week’s production. Demercado was the overhyped waiver addition entering Week 6 and worked in a three-headed committee with Damien Williams and Keaontay Ingram. Most managers dropped him to waivers in disgust, only to see him log a 94% snap share in Week 7 and score 11.4 PPR points. This is a stern warning that you are very likely to be outbid on Demercado in Week 8, but it’s a blessing in disguise. The next three matchups for the Cardinals are brutal. Let them blow their FAAB on a swing player twice.

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.