Fantasy Football Waiver Wire: J.K. Dobbins, Zach Charbonnet, Jaleel McLaughlin (Week 2)

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.

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J.K. Dobbins (LAC): 49% rostered

• Next Opponents: @CAR, @PIT, KC
• True value: $37
• Desperate Need: $58
• Budget-minded: $24

Analysis: Thirteen touches is a nice chunk of work for any NFL running back, especially in his first game back from an Achilles injury and two years removed from an ACL tear. Dobbins converted his 13 touches into 139 yards and found the end zone once in Week 1 for Jim Harbaugh’s Chargers. The two breakaway runs showed the wear on Dobbins’ lower body, but his trademark vision and contact balance were as stellar as ever. I’m not normally one to blow my FAAB right off the bat, but Dobbins looked incredible and plays for a team that will run the ball in heaping quantities with offensive coordinator Greg Roman calling the plays.

Zach Charbonnet (SEA): 47% rostered

• Next Opponents: @NE, MIA, @DET
• True value: $10
• Desperate Need: $17
• Budget-minded: $5

Analysis: Kenneth Walker was on quite a roll Sunday until leaving the game with a reported abdominal injury. Charbonnet had been listed as questionable in the lead-up to Week 1, but he was able to garner 10 touches and find the end zone on a beautiful vertical route against man coverage. It is uncertain whether Walker’s injury will cause him to miss any time, but this is enough of a crack to let the talented Charbonnet get an increased workload.

Jaleel McLaughlin (DEN): 38% rostered

• Next Opponents: PIT, @TB, @NYJ
• True value: $9
• Desperate Need: $15
• Budget-minded: $4

Analysis: The Denver offense looked terrible for most of the game against the Seahawks in Week 1. The running game was nonexistent, with Las Vegas refusing to respect rookie Bo Nix in the passing game. McLaughlin was bad too, but he led the Broncos backfield, out-touching Javonte Williams 15-9. McLaughlin only accumulated 28 yards and lost a fumble in the game. This split is encouraging for McLaughlin in the future, but this waiver claim should carry low expectations for next few weeks. The Broncos’ upcoming schedule is brutal. But McLaughlin has undeniable big-play ability, leaving some glimmer of hope that Denver can continue to lean on him while Nix goes through his growing pains.

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.