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 fantasy football waiver wire advice.

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Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups to Target

Quentin Johnston (LAC): 40% rostered

• Next Opponents: TB, DEN, @NE
• True value: $2
• Desperate Need: $4
• Budget-minded: $1

Analysis: With Ladd McConkey banged up, Johnston re-enters the flex conversation for Week 15. Who knows if McConkey will play this week, but even if he does, he might not see a full-time snap share. Johnston had a 23.3% target share, five receptions, 48 receiving yards and a score against the Chiefs on Sunday night, and he can easily post a similar box score against the Bucs this week. Since Week 8, the Bucs have allowed the fifth-most fantasy points per game to perimeter wide receivers.

Ray-Ray McCloud (ATL): 18% rostered

• Next Opponents: @LV, NYG, @WAS
• True value: $2
• Desperate Need: $4
• Budget-minded: $1

Analysis: McCloud came alive Sunday against the Vikings with a 29.7% target share, eight receptions and 98 receiving yards. It was his second game in a row with at least four receptions and 95 receiving yards, and he’s poised to keep the train rolling this week against the Raiders. Since Week 8, the Raiders have allowed the most fantasy points per game and the third-most receiving yards per game to slot receivers (per Fantasy Points Data).

Aaron Rodgers (NYJ): 34% rostered

• Next Opponents: @JAX, LAR, @BUF
• True value: $3
• Desperate Need: $6
• Budget-minded: $1

Analysis: Plenty of “experienced adults” find rejuvenation in South Florida. For Aaron Rodgers, it came in the form of his first 300-yard passing game of the season Sunday in Miami. While I normally wouldn’t advocate a roster spot for the future Hall of Fame quarterback as dusk falls on another Jets losing season, a Week 15 date with the Jaguars is enticing. Davante Adams and Garrett Wilson were each relevant last week. Let’s hope the old gunslinger still has one more round in the chamber before retreating back into the darkness.

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.