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 all of 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 all of our full fantasy football waiver wire advice for the week.
Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups to Target
Jalen Coker (CAR): 8% rostered
- Next Opponents: BYE, KC, TB
- True value: $3
- Desperate Need: $5
- Budget-minded: $1
Analysis: Coker didn’t finish with a monster box score in Week 10, but there’s a ton to love here. He led the team with 41 receiving yards and a massive 32% target share. Yes, I know this is a Bryce Young-led passing offense, but Andy Dalton could return as the starter any week, which would raise the weekly floor and ceiling for Coker. If the talented rookie receiver continues to earn volume at this type of clip, the fantasy points will follow after the bye. Coker has two beautiful matchups coming out of the bye against the Chiefs and Bucs, who have allowed the second-most and third-most fantasy points per game to slot receivers, respectively (per Fantasy Points Data).
Mike Williams (PIT): 18% rostered
- Next Opponents: BAL, @CLE, @CIN
- True value: $3
- Desperate Need: $5
- Budget-minded: $1
Analysis: Mike Wiliams only played nine snaps and ran seven routes in Week 10. He only drew one target but made it count with a 32-yard touchdown reception. Williams is a priority pickup this week, as his role will surely expand moving forward, and the incoming matchups are glorious. Over the next three weeks, he faces Baltimore (second-most), Cleveland (seventh-most), and Cincy (eighth-most), who all find themselves inside the top eight in fantasy points per game allowed to perimeter wide receivers (per Fantasy Points Data).
Quentin Johnston (LAC): 41% rostered
- Next Opponents: CIN, BAL, @ATL
- True value: $3
- Desperate Need: $5
- Budget-minded: $1
Analysis: Johnston can’t keep doing this, can he? While he only drew an 11.1% target share in Week 10, and Justin Herbert only threw the ball 18 times (thanks to Jim Harbaugh), Johnston still scored a touchdown and finished with 24 receiving yards. That was Johnston’s fourth game this season, in which he finished with at least 24 receiving yards and a score. He has five receiving touchdowns in seven games. Johnston could keep the train rolling in the next three games. Cincy (eighth-most), Baltimore (second-most), and Atlanta (11th-most) all sit inside the top 12 in fantasy points per game allowed to perimeter wide receivers (per Fantasy Points Data).
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.
