Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Targets: Justice Hill, Jameson Williams, Rashid Shaheed, Darius Slayton (Week 16)

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

Justice Hill (RB – BAL): 13% rostered

• Next Opponents: @SF, MIA, PIT
• True value: $2
• Desperate need: $4
• Budget-minded: $1

Analysis: The gruesome leg injury sustained by Ravens RB Keaton Mitchell on Sunday night will mean a bigger role for Hill down the stretch. Hill had a little bit of early-season value, hitting double digits in fantasy points (0.5 PPR) in two of Baltimore’s first five games. But Hill is destined to share work with Gus Edwards, and the Ravens have a difficult Week 16 matchup against the 49ers. Hill is probably only worth RB2 or flex consideration in the deepest of leagues.

Jameson Williams (WR – DET): 22% rostered

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

Analysis: Williams is coming off a season-high 68% snap share with a 20.5% target share. The Lions have been talking about getting Williams more involved for the last few weeks, so it’s nice to see it finally happen. His seven targets last week were also a season high. The Vikings’ secondary has been holding its own, but with the Lions likely to have difficulty running the ball in Week 16, Williams will be needed. Since Week 8, the Vikings have been 14th in receiving yards per game allowed to perimeter wide receivers (per Fantasy Points Data).

Rashid Shaheed (WR – NO): 47% rostered

• Next Opponents: @LAR, @TB, ATL
• True value: $1
• Desperate need: $2
• Budget-minded: $0

Analysis: Last week, Shaheed had the perfect setup for a possible smash game. Chris Olave was out with an ankle injury, leaving Shaheed as the team’s de facto WR1, but Derek Carr spread the ball around. Shaheed finished the game with a 14.2% target share and 36 receiving yards. That is a far cry from the spike weeks that we have seen from him earlier this season. Shaheed will have another chance to lead the way, possibly in Week 16 if Olave can’t go. The Rams’ defense has been tough, but their strength has been against the run. If New Orleans wants to move the ball with regularity in Week 16, it will have to be through the air. Hopefully, Shaheed’s volume bounces back. If it does, he could be a wonderful flex with upside.

Darius Slayton (WR – NYG): 2% rostered

• Next Opponents: @PHI, LAR, PHI
• True value: $1
• Desperate need: $2
• Budget-minded: $0

Analysis: Slayton has been irrelevant for most of the season, but he could be flex-worthy in Week 16 if you’re in a pinch. Last week, Tommy Cutlets fed him a 21% target share, as Slayton tied for the team-lead in receptions and led the way with 63 receiving yards. Slayton has shown a propensity for big plays throughout his career, and in Week 16 he could be set for another strong performance. Philly’s secondary has been an eyesore this season, allowing the eighth-most PPR points per target and the 11th-most receiving yards per game since Week 8 (per Fantasy Points Data). “Big Play” Slayton could come through in Week 16 as a flex hero.

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.