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

Kyler Murray (ARI): 42% rostered

• Next Opponents: BAL, @CLE, ATL
• True value: $15
• Desperate need: $24
• Budget-minded: $8

Analysis: The practice window for Kyler Murray is open to return from the Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) list. It couldn’t have come at a better time for the putrid Cardinals, who have seen gritty Joshua Dobbs turn back into a pumpkin. Yes, you should pick up Murray off waivers. He is a matchup-proof fantasy superstar. I am also excited to see him work in an actual NFL offensive scheme, instead of a gimmicky high school joke as with former Cardinals head coach Kliff Kingsbury. The next three games for Arizona are against very tough defenses, but I’m not worried.

Derek Carr (NO): 35% rostered

• Next Opponents: @IND, CHI, @MIN
• True value: $6
• Desperate need: $12
• Budget-minded: $2

Analysis: While it’s always an outlier for Derek Carr to produce elite fantasy numbers, he is a wonderful streaming option for the next three games. Pinch your nose at the horrendous efficiency in the red zone and accept his 18 to 19 fantasy points as a lock. Everything has been there for the Saints except for Carr’s best, so we might see it click very soon.

Desmond Ridder (ATL): 14% rostered

• Next Opponents: @TEN, MIN, @ARI
• True value: $3
• Desperate need: $8
• Budget-minded: $1

Analysis: Ridder lost three fumbles in Atlanta’s improbable Week 7 victory over Tampa Bay. It wasn’t all bad. Despite top weapon Bijan Robinson‘s inexplicable absence, Ridder passed for 250 yards and rushed for a touchdown to salvage a decent outing. A date with the pass-funnel Titans is an appetizer for two juicy games with the Vikings and Cardinals. Ridder is a cheap streamer with rushing upside. Let’s just hope Arthur Smith doesn’t betray us again by backing away from his bullheaded support for his young QB.

Odell Beckham Jr. (BAL): 27% rostered

• Next Opponents: @ARI, SEA, CLE
• True value: $1
• Desperate need: $2
• Budget-minded: $0

Analysis: Beckham’s Week 7 box score won’t blow you out of your chair, but there’s reason for optimism here, and the upcoming matchups are noice. Beckham played on 59% of the snaps last week, but he had 77.7% route participation, so don’t fret. I don’t care if he is on the field to run-block. We care about Beckham being on the field when Lamar Jackson drops back to pass, and he checked that box. He also handled a 25.9% target share last week. Over the next two weeks, he has games against two pass defenses that have allowed the eighth- and third-most fantasy points per game to wide receivers.

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.