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 check out all of our fantasy football waiver wire advice.

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Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups to Target

Jordan Mason (SF): 42% rostered

• Next Opponents: CHI, LAR, @MIA
• True value: $68
• Desperate Need: $100
• Budget-minded: $44

Analysis: Christian McCaffrey‘s non-contact injury in snowy Buffalo Sunday night makes Mason a must-add on waivers this week. Empty the clip. Mason was a RB1 performer three times before sustaining a few of his own injuries. San Francisco’s upcoming schedule is not a hindrance. The 49ers’ next three opponents are the Bears, Rams and Dolphins, who respectively rank 30th, 23rd and 26th in DVOA vs. the run. The Niners will need to get back to running the football to cling to the final strands of hope for reaching the postseason.

Blake Corum (LAR): 14% rostered

• Next Opponents: BUF, @SF, @NYJ
• True value: $5
• Desperate Need: $9
• Budget-minded: $2

Analysis: Sean McVay’s infatuation with Kyren Williams makes no sense at all. Williams is not efficient, nor is he the type of athlete who ever threatens to make big plays. He also fumbles at a high rate. We finally saw an entire series with Blake Corum on the field. He picked up 42 yards on eight attempts Sunday vs. the Saints. Corum is a premium stash player who would be vaulted into must-start territory if Williams misses time, coughs up another fumble or two, or if McVay comes to his senses.

Sincere McCormick (LV): 0% rostered

• Next Opponents: @TB, ATL, JAX
• True value: $3
• Desperate Need: $7
• Budget-minded: $1

Analysis: This Raiders’ backfield is a complete mess. Zamir White and Alexander Mattison have been out with injuries in recent weeks and uninspiring when healthy. Ameer Abdullah was the lead back by snap share in Kansas City last week but paled in comparison to Sincere McCormick. McCormick looked so much better than Abdullah that McCormick will likely see an increased role even if one of the injured “starters” returns. Las Vegas faces three mediocre run defenses coming up, so a McCormick spot start might be in order for fantasy managers making a final push to glory.

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.