Throughout the course of the regular seasons, fantasy managers see several backfield shifts due to underperforming veterans or injuries. As a result, many backup running backs emerge as must-roster players as they are set to see a much larger role than initially anticipated. So, should you pick up Gainwell, Miller, or Vidal in your fantasy […]

In Week 6 of the NFL season, many backfields saw the No. 2 option emerge due to numerous reasons. In Arizona and Carolina, the top option was injured, which allowed the backup to be pushed up the depth chart and given a much larger opportunity. In this piece, we will look at three of the […]

What did you do to deserve this? First, Malik Nabers goes down, then Tyreek Hill—both in the same week! That’s the kind of cruel twist that makes you want to throw your remote through the TV. But hey, this is fantasy football. Injuries don’t care about your team, your clever draft strategy, or the fact […]

Injuries have begun to hit fantasy football. Over the past two weeks, managers have seen several high-end players suffer serious injuries, including Malik Nabers (knee), CeeDee Lamb (ankle), and James Conner (foot). As a result, several lower-end players have begun to carve out more prominent roles and could become league-winning options. So, should you pick […]

Starting running back Bucky Irving suffered a foot injury during their Week 4 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Although this injury did not limit his workload in the game, he was seen using crutches and a walking boot during Wednesday's practice. As a result, their No. 2 and No. 3 running backs could see […]

Week 5 brings fantasy managers a mix of opportunity and caution at the tight end position. With some starters on bye, now is the time to find reliable contributors who can keep your lineup competitive. This week’s waiver wire features options with clear upside, steady usage, and favorable matchups, as well as players who should […]

Week 5 offers fantasy managers a mix of opportunities and caution at the running back position. Injuries, inconsistent workloads, and limited depth have created openings for savvy waiver-wire adds, but not every back with a name carries reliable upside. Identifying who to target—and who to avoid—is key as bye weeks begin to impact lineups. The […]

Numerous injuries have hit the running back position over the past two weeks. In Week 3, fantasy managers saw James Conner and Najee Harris both suffer severe injuries. In Week 4, Bucky Irving and Trey Benson both walked away from their respective games with an injury, which puts their status for Week 5 in doubt. […]

New York Giants wide receiver Darius Slayton, Indianapolis Colts wideout Josh Downs, and Houston Texans WR Christian Kirk are all receivers that could be solid waiver pickups for Week 5 in fantasy football. All three could see increased roles in their offenses based on recent occurrences in their games in Week 4, and all possess […]

We are officially through the first quarter of the season, and the NFL landscape has been cemented. However, during the opening month, three receivers made crucial impacts not only on their respective teams but in the fantasy world as well. In this piece, we will look at Elic Ayomanor, Tre Tucker, and Marquise Brown, and […]

The waiver wire carousel never stops. From fake breakouts to the actual coming into their own of star players, to others that are talented but struggle in a few games for whatever reason, there's never a dull moment in the NFL. Of course, the most important thing is to make sure you snag the right […]

There was a significant fantasy fallout following their Monday Night Football contests between the AFC East divisional foes, the Miami Dolphins and the New York Jets. The Jets lost running back Braelon Allen to a knee injury, and the Dolphins lost Tyreek Hill to a significant knee injury for the remainder of the season. So, […]

Week 4 was a great week of football, and multiple backup running backs had solid performances. These RBs are now on the fantasy football radar, with many managers looking to pick them up off the waiver wire. In this article, we will focus on Tyler Allgeier, Zavier Scott, and Brashard Smith. Allgeier shone alongside Bijan […]

We witnessed some great football last week, including multiple solid performances by backup running backs. These RBs are now on the fantasy football radar, with many managers looking to pick them up on the waiver wire. In this article, we will focus on Blake Corum, Kendre Miller, and Brian Robinson Jr. Corum has averaged almost […]

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Adonai Mitchell, Chicago Bears WR Luther Burden III, and Green Bay Packers wideout Dontayvion Wicks are all outside the top 70 wide receivers in PPR points scored through four games. That doesn't mean they're not worth at least considering as waiver wire pickups, especially in deeper leagues or for fantasy teams […]

Week 5 starts the bye week portion for the 2025 NFL regular season, meaning it will be time for fantasy football managers to flex their depth and successfully navigate regular starters getting a week off. Depending on the size and structure of your league, you may not be able to carry a second tight end […]

In Week 4 of the NFL season, fantasy managers saw many No. 2 running backs emerge as potential starting options in the fantasy landscape. With many starting options, either underperforming or recently hitting the injured reserve, many backup options could find themselves in a lead role in the near future. So, should you pick up […]

Even four weeks into the season, though we have a lot more knowledge about players than we did when the season started, there's still plenty of reason to hunt the waiver wire for more pickups. Players sometimes have slow starts to their seasons. They could have dealt with injuries in the offseason. Maybe their offense […]

Fantasy managers saw many young players begin to emerge in Week 5 of the NFL season. The Giants turned to their first-round pick, and he was able to lead them to their first victory of the season. In Green Bay, Jordan Love connected with Romeo Doubs in the back of the end zone three times […]

The bye weeks are here! As we plan for Week 5 of the fantasy football season, we will have more wrinkles than usual to factor into our lineup strategies and decisions. For the first time this season, four teams will be like us, watching the Sunday action from the comforts of their homes. Two quarterbacks, […]

During the fourth week of the NFL season, fantasy managers saw many running backs emerge as the top options in their receiving backfields. As a result, all three of these players will be highly sought after on the waiver wire These running backs took over the backfields for several reasons, including a decline in the […]

The fluctuating week-to-week performances of the league's mostly unrostered wide receivers are a source of great interest to fantasy managers. Also, it's one of the great irritations for those who pick them up and slot them into lineups. But it's simply impossible to ignore that tempting performances and usage make players much more interesting to […]

The tight end position is one that many fantasy managers end up streaming more often than not. At a position that's so low-scoring, weekly volatility makes it essential to try to exploit the right matchups. Even later in the season, some TEs with season-long starting value remain on waivers, whether due to injury issues or […]

This early in the fantasy football season, you can find plenty of good wide receivers on the waiver wire. But will the WRs who start the year hot and get snatched off waivers early continue to perform all season? And will any early disappointments turn it up later in the season? Correctly identifying the right […]

It is never too soon to be combing the waiver wire to upgrade your roster. That is especially true at running back after injuries to players like James Conner, Najee Harris, and Aaron Jones Sr. to start the season. Most backfields are split this season, which allows fantasy managers to find fantasy contributors in any […]

Every week in fantasy football, new names emerge as potential difference-makers, and Week 4 is no exception. Injuries, depth chart shifts, and breakout performances have reshaped the waiver wire landscape, creating opportunities for savvy managers to get ahead of the curve. This week’s group of wide receivers is especially intriguing, as each brings a blend […]

As we approach Week 4 of the NFL season, fantasy managers are looking for players who can make an immediate impact, especially in deeper leagues. Injuries and evolving roles continue to create opportunities for under-the-radar wide receivers to emerge as valuable additions. This week, several pass-catchers are worth targeting on the waiver wire, either as […]

It's so, so hard to get good waiver wire pickups in fantasy football leagues that end up being consistent contributors to your rosters. The position is often picked as clean as possible during drafts, and good options rarely come available. When they do, though, it's very important to pounce on them. And it's in the […]

Three weeks into the fantasy season, we are starting to see more injuries pop up. There are still two weeks until we start getting teams on bye, so itis essential to scour the waiver wire now to find players who can contribute to your fantasy lineup when you need them most. In Week 3, we […]