The week is nearly wrapped up, and of course there were another round of injuries and surprising performances. As a result, fantasy football 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 fantasy football waiver wire this week. And also be sure to check out our full fantasy football waiver wire advice for the week.
The week is nearly wrapped up, and of course there were another round of injuries and surprising performances. As a result, fantasy football 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 fantasy football waiver wire this week. And also be sure to check out our full fantasy football waiver wire advice for the week.
Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups to Target
Greg Dortch (ARI): 5% rostered
- Next Opponents: LAR, DET, WAS
- True value: $3
- Desperate Need: $4
- Budget-minded: $1
Analysis: Dortch played only 60% of the snaps in Week 1, but that didn’t stop him from ranking second on the team in targets (25.8% target share) and leading the way in receiving yards (47). Dortch’s 1.80 yards per route run was impressive. I don’t foresee him out producing Marvin Harrison Jr. on a weekly basis, but that doesn’t mean Dortch can’t be a strong flex play, especially in PPR leagues. After his matchup with the Rams, Dortch gets the Lions and Commanders, who allowed the sixth-most and THE most PPR points per target to slot receivers last year (per Fantasy Points Data).
Wan’Dale Robinson (NYG): 10% rostered
- Next Opponents: @WAS, @CLE, DAL
- True value: $3
- Desperate Need: $4
- Budget-minded: $1
Analysis: Robinson might not be a sexy add, but as we always say, “Volume is king in fantasy.” Robinson got the volume in Week 1 with a monstrous 28.5% target share (12 targets). He managed this while only playing 67% of the Giants’ offensive snaps. When Robinson was on the field, Daniel Jones was looking for him immediately. Robinson offers immediate flex appeal in PPR leagues next week against a Swiss cheese secondary in Washington that allowed the most PPR points per target last year (per Fantasy Points Data).
Baker Mayfield (TB): 34% rostered
- Next Opponents: @DET, DEN, PHI
- True value: $5
- Desperate Need: $8
- Budget-minded: $2
Analysis: Baker Mayfield was a highly successful DFS target in Week 1, turning a primo matchup with the horrendous Commanders secondary into four touchdown passes and nearly 30 fantasy points. Mayfield also scrambled for 21 yards on three attempts — a wrinkle we haven’t seen from him in a long time. The Bucs don’t have an imposing schedule in terms of pass defenses, so Mayfield is a priority add in leagues where I am streaming QBs based on matchups.
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.
