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

A.T. Perry (WR – NO): 3% rostered

• Next Opponents: DET, CAR, NYG
• True value: $1
• Desperate need: $2
• Budget-minded: $0

Analysis: The Saints’ WR room has been decimated. Michael Thomas is on IR. Chris Olave left Week 12 with a concussion, so his Week 13 availability is questionable at best. Rashid Shaheed left Week 12’s game due to a quad injury. Perry could be starting in two-WR sets in Week 13 with Lynn Bowden at his side. This inserts Perry into the flex conversation immediately for Week 13 against a Lions secondary that, since Week 6, has allowed the fifth-most PPR points per target to perimeter wide receivers.

Khalil Shakir (WR – BUF): 18% rostered

• Next Opponents: BYE, @KC, DAL
• True value: $1
• Desperate need: $2
• Budget-minded: $0

Analysis: Shakir has flashed both a ceiling and a decent floor since assuming a starting role in the Buffalo offense. Over the last five games, he has eclipsed 92 receiving yards twice while also posting two games with at least three receptions and 47 receiving yards. If you toss a touchdown on top of either of those floor games, Shakir is staring down a WR2/3 finish for the week. Shakir is the “healthy Noah Brown” in that he offers readily available waiver wire access to one of the best passing offenses in the NFL. Picking up Shakir now is also a calculated move for the future. In Week 15, the Bills face off against the Cowboys, who slot receiver Curtis Samuel just destroyed on Thanksgiving. Dallas has allowed the eighth-most PPR points per target to slot receivers this season (per Fantasy Points Data). Play chess while your league mates play checkers.

Matthew Stafford (QB – LAR): 48% rostered

• Next Opponents: CLE, @BAL, WAS
• True value: $2
• Desperate need: $4
• Budget-minded: $1

Analysis: On one hand, Stafford is fresh off a four-touchdown game against Arizona, which is why he was featured in last week’s article. On the other hand, the Rams now face two of the best defenses in the NFL. Tread lightly, especially if Cooper Kupp misses a lot of practice with his ankle injury. Stafford is having an up and down season, so pegging his production will be difficult.

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.