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

Roschon Johnson (CHI): 26% rostered

• Next Opponents: ATL, @GB
• True value: $4
• Desperate need: $7
• Budget-minded: $2

Analysis: If you can’t get your hands on Khalil Herbert this week, Roschon isn’t a bad Plan B. It was Herbert who had the 100-yard rushing day against the Cardinals on Sunday, but Herbert only outsnapped Roschon 36-32. The rookie from the University of Texas finished with 9-37-0 rushing and 3-16 receiving vs. Arizona. Chicago’s deployment of its RBs will be less predictable this week against Atlanta if Bears RB D’Onta Foreman is back after missing Week 16 for personal reasons, but Roschon would still be a good bet for 6-12 touches.

Rashid Shaheed (NO): 44% rostered

• Next Opponents: @TB, ATL
• True value: $4
• Desperate need: $7
• Budget-minded: $1

Analysis: Coming off a 5-70-1 performance against the Rams, Shaheed will once again operate as the Saints No. 2 receiver behind Chris Olave in a good matchup against the Buccaneers. Tampa Bay has given up a league-high 2,923 receiving yards and the fourth-most fantasy points to wide receivers.

Joshua Palmer (LAC): 46% rostered

• Next Opponents: @NYG, @SF
• True value: $4
• Desperate need: $7
• Budget-minded: $1

Analysis: Keenan Allen has missed the Chargers’ last two games with what’s been described as a significant heel injury. Palmer has been WR19 in half-point PPR scoring the last two weeks. He played 93% of the Chargers’ offensive snaps against the Bills on Saturday and had 5-47-0 on eight targets. Even if Allen returns this week, Palmer will be a reasonable fantasy option in a matchup against a Giants defense that has allowed the sixth-most fantasy points to WRs. Easton Stick hasn’t been terrible since taking over at quarterback for the injured Justin Herbert, so Chargers pass catchers are still fantasy-viable.

K.J. Osborn (MIN): 16% rostered

• Next Opponents: GB, @DET
• True value: $3
• Desperate need: $5
• Budget-minded: $1

Analysis: Here’s an intriguing stealth play for Week 17. Jordan Addison left the Vikings’ Week 16 game against the Lions with an ankle injury. If Addison is out in Week 17, Osborn will get a full complement of snaps against a Green Bay pass defense that has been completely blowtorched by the Buccaneers and Panthers the last two weeks. I’ll have Osborn ranked as a low-end WR3 this week if indeed Addison ruled out.

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.