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Our favorite high-upside waiver wire bench stashes, fantasy football sleepers for Week 13 of 2025. Sneaky waiver wire stashes include Blake Corum, Brenton Strange, Brian Robinson Jr., more.
Targeting high-upside players on the waiver wire can be the difference between you winning or losing your fantasy football league.
With the number of injuries to star players piling up, having a potential lottery ticket on your bench can give you the much-needed boost to win a fantasy championship. Throughout this season, I have suggested stashing players like Kimani Vidal, Sean Tucker, and Oronde Gadsden II, who have all been in must-start status at times.
Who are the top stashes ahead of Week 13? Let's dive in!
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High-Upside Waiver Wire Bench Stashes
Only players rostered in fewer than 35% of fantasy football leagues are considered potential streamers.
Blake Corum, RB - LAR
15% Rostered
When looking at handcuff running backs, there may not be a better stash than Blake Corum of the Los Angeles Rams. Corum has operated as the clear RB2 behind Kyren Williams and has occasionally been given a slight uptick in carries.
During Weeks 7 through 10, Corum saw double-digit attempts in each game but has averaged a much lower 7.5 attempts per game over his last two.
However, seeing Corum operate as the clear RB2 on the depth chart suggests he could see a massive workload if Williams were to miss time. Williams continues to have elite TD upside playing in this high-octane offense, totaling nine through 11 games. Corum would hold high-end RB2 upside if he were to see a spot start.
Blake Corum Worth Rostering in Limited Role in L.A.? https://t.co/eCwrnegljD
— RotoBaller NFL (@RotoBallerNFL) November 25, 2025
Brian Robinson Jr., RB - SF
20% Rostered
The other must-stash handcuff is Brian Robinson Jr. of the 49ers. Like Corum, Robinson has faced minimal competition for the No. 2 job behind workhorse Christian McCaffrey. While Robinson has averaged just 7.0 attempts per game over his last four, he has taken advantage of his limited workload, punching in two red-zone scores and averaging a strong 5.6 YPC.
Overall, Robinson could see a massive role if McCaffrey were to miss time down the stretch. Currently, McCaffrey is seeing nearly 80% of the snaps weekly and averaging 18.1 attempts per game and 8.6 targets per game. If you roster the often-injured McCaffrey, Robinson should be a priority stash ahead of the fantasy playoffs.
Jayden Higgins, WR - HOU
20% Rostered
While Jayden Higgins had a slow start to his debut season, he is beginning to catch fire and is quickly falling out of stash territory and into viable low-end flex territory. On Thursday evening last week, Higgins brought in his fourth TD of the season and his third over his last five games. In addition, over his last three games, Higgins has seen at least seven targets in each game and has caught at least four passes.
During this stretch, he has logged at least 58% of the snaps, solidifying himself as the clear WR2 behind Nico Collins. Christian Kirk, the team's No. 3 WR, has only logged more than 50% of the snaps once during this stretch. Higgins has viable plug-and-play upside this week and is a must-stash in all three-WR leagues.
Brenton Strange, TE - JAX
20% Rostered
The final payer to consider stashing ahead of Week 13 is TE Brenton Strange. Strange made my column last week ahead of his return from IR, but he remains quite under-registered in most formats. In his return, Strange wasted little time making an impact, as he caught all five of his targets for 93 yards.
Through the five games in which he has logged at least 70% of the snaps, Strange has averaged an impressive 10.3 PPR points per game and seen 5.6 targets per game. Strange is a viable low-end TE1 going forward and a top stash if you are lacking production at the TE position.
Brenton Strange an Intriguing Fantasy Option Moving Forward https://t.co/I0k1egMKh9
— RotoBaller NFL (@RotoBallerNFL) November 26, 2025
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Other High-Upside Bench Stashes
- Luther Burden III, CHI
- Isaiah Davis, NYJ
- Jalen Coker, CAR
- Isaiah Likely, BAL
- Saints DST
Who To Pick Up for Fantasy Football Week 13?
Waiver wire pickup options, including how to prioritize them for your league, depending on the league size. Quarterbacks and Defenses (D/ST) are grouped at the bottom of the list:
| Rank | Player Name | Pos. | % Ros. | Baller Move |
| 1 | Kareem Hunt | RB | 70 | Add in All Leagues |
| 2 | Trey Benson | RB | 64 | Add in All Leagues |
| 3 | Troy Franklin | WR | 56 | Add in All Leagues |
| 4 | Jakobi Meyers | WR | 70 | Add in All Leagues |
| 5 | Devin Neal | RB | 3 | Add in All Leagues |
| 6 | Emanuel Wilson | RB | 66 | Add in All Leagues |
| 7 | Darnell Mooney | WR | 68 | Add in 10+ Team Leagues |
| 8 | Chris Rodriguez Jr. | RB | 16 | Add in 10+ Team Leagues |
| 9 | Oronde Gadsden II | TE | 70 | Add in 10+ Team Leagues |
| 10 | Kenneth Gainwell | RB | 54 | Add in 10+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 11 | Kyle Monangai | RB | 56 | Add in 12+ Team Leagues |
| 12 | Colston Loveland | TE | 43 | Add in 12+ Team Leagues |
| 13 | Sean Tucker | RB | 62 | Add in 12+ Team Leagues |
| 14 | Jerry Jeudy | WR | 67 | Add in 12+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 15 | Jayden Reed | WR | 36 | Add in 12+ Team Leagues |
| 16 | Christian Watson | WR | 48 | Add in 12+ Team Leagues |
| 17 | Mike Evans | WR | 55 | Add in 12+ Team Leagues |
| 18 | Bhayshul Tuten | RB | 49 | Add in 12+ Team Leagues |
| 19 | Isiah Pacheco | RB | 66 | Add in 12+ Team Leagues |
| 20 | Tre Tucker | WR | 57 | Add in 12+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 21 | Parker Washington | WR | 40 | Add in 12+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 22 | Andrei Iosivas | WR | 20 | Add in 12+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 23 | Alec Pierce | WR | 61 | Add in 12+ Team Leagues |
| 24 | Devin Singletary | RB | 25 | Add in 12+ Team Leagues |
| 25 | Tyler Allgeier | RB | 44 | Add in 12+ Team Leagues |
| 26 | Tyjae Spears | RB | 35 | Add in 12+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 27 | Juwan Johnson | TE | 66 | Add in 12+ Team Leagues |
| 28 | Chimere Dike | WR | 14 | Add in 12+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 29 | Luther Burden III | WR | 11 | Add in 12+ Team Leagues |
| 30 | Chris Godwin | WR | 56 | Add in 12+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 31 | Rashid Shaheed | WR | 68 | Add in 12+ Team Leagues |
| 32 | Josh Downs | WR | 51 | Add in 12+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 33 | Theo Johnson | TE | 59 | Add in 12+ Team Leagues |
| 34 | Greg Dortch | WR | 9 | Add in 12+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 35 | Jayden Higgins | WR | 22 | Add in 12+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 36 | Tank Bigsby | RB | 20 | Add in 12+ Team Leagues |
| 37 | Brian Robinson Jr. | RB | 26 | Add in 12+ Team Leagues |
| 38 | Jaleel McLaughlin | RB | 1 | Add in 12+ Team Leagues |
| 39 | Tez Johnson | WR | 28 | Add in 12+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 40 | Bam Knight | RB | 29 | Add in 12+ Team Leagues |
| 41 | Malik Washington | WR | 15 | Add in 12+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 42 | Brenton Strange | TE | 13 | Add in 12+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 43 | Christian Kirk | WR | 14 | Add in 12+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 44 | Xavier Legette | WR | 10 | Add in 12+ Team Leagues |
| 45 | Harold Fannin Jr. | TE | 34 | Add in 12+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 46 | Blake Corum | RB | 16 | Add in 12+ Team Leagues |
| 47 | Ollie Gordon II | RB | 8 | Add in 14+ Team Leagues |
| 48 | Raheem Mostert | RB | 1 | Add in 14+ Team Leagues |
| 49 | John Metchie III | WR | 1 | Add in 14+ Team Leagues |
| 50 | Mike Gesicki | TE | 2 | Add in 14+ Team Leagues |
| 51 | Mitchell Tinsley | WR | 1 | Add in 14+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 52 | Tyler Lockett | WR | 2 | Add in 14+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 53 | Hollywood Brown | WR | 21 | Add in 14+ Team Leagues |
| 54 | Isaiah Hodgins | WR | 1 | Add in 14+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 55 | Jalen Coker | WR | 4 | Add in 14+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 56 | Keaton Mitchell | RB | 3 | Add in 14+ Team Leagues |
| 57 | Calvin Austin III | WR | 12 | Add in 14+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 58 | Mack Hollins | WR | 7 | Add in 14+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 59 | Tyrell Shavers | WR | 1 | Add in 14+ Team Leagues |
| 60 | Brashard Smith | RB | 5 | Add in 14+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 61 | Devaughn Vele | WR | 1 | Add in 14+ Team Leagues |
| 62 | Xavier Restrepo | WR | 1 | Add in 14+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 63 | Adonai Mitchell | WR | 2 | Add in 14+ Team Leagues |
| 64 | Trayveon Williams | RB | 1 | Add in 14+ Team Leagues |
| 65 | Phil Mafah | RB | 1 | Add in 14+ Team Leagues |
| 66 | Jacoby Brissett | QB | 61 | Add in 12+ Team Leagues |
| 67 | Jayden Daniels | QB | 67 | Add in 12+ Team Leagues |
| 68 | Sam Darnold | QB | 59 | Add in 12+ Team Leagues |
| 69 | Trevor Lawrence | QB | 49 | Add in 14+ Team Leagues |
| 70 | Tua Tagovailoa | QB | 17 | Add in 14+ Team Leagues |
| 71 | Aaron Rodgers | QB | 29 | Add in 14+ Team Leagues |
| 72 | Joe Flacco | QB | 43 | Add in 14+ Team Leagues |
| 73 | C.J. Stroud | QB | 36 | Add in 2QB Leagues |
| 74 | Bryce Young | QB | 22 | Add in 2QB Leagues |
| 75 | Cam Ward | QB | 7 | Add in 2QB Leagues |
| 76 | Shedeur Sanders | QB | 6 | Add in 2QB Leagues |
| 77 | Tyler Shough | QB | 10 | Add in 2QB Leagues |
| 78 | Kirk Cousins | QB | 9 | Add in 2QB Leagues |
| 79 | Atlanta Falcons | DST | 49 | Add in 12+ Team Leagues |
| 80 | Los Angeles Chargers | DST | 38 | Add in 12+ Team Leagues |
| 81 | Los Angeles Rams | DST | 59 | Add in 12+ Team Leagues |
| 82 | Jacksonville Jaguars | DST | 42 | Add in 12+ Team Leagues |
| 83 | San Francisco 49ers | DST | 23 | Add in 12+ Team Leagues |
| 84 | Miami Dolphins | DST | 2 | Add in 14+ Team Leagues |
| 85 | Tampa Bay Buccaneers | DST | 22 | Add in 14+ Team Leagues |
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