
Then, the team spent a draft pick on Tyler Allgeier, who is talented but is not dynamic enough for a three-down role.Įnter Damien Williams, aka Playoff Damien. Old man Cordarrelle Patterson was amazing last year in a Swiss Army knife role, but struggled as a true workhorse. The Falcons’ backfield is truly an unknown at the moment. Wilson drips in Alexander Mattison or Melvin Gordon III handcuff upside. I’ll start: Jeff Wilson- Wolf of Roto Street September 6, 2022Ĥ9ers running backs have often been plagued with injuries and Mitchell himself is even dealing with his own hamstring issue at the moment. But with that said, a healthy Wilson has earned the RB2 spot and is the clear handcuff to Mitchell.Īfter Week 1, the most sought after Waiver Wire player will be _ (RB, SF, 13%)Įlijah Mitchell is locked in as the 49ers’ starter for Kyle Shanahan’s run-heavy offense. This backfield is completely open for the taking. Gainwell, however, has been solid as a pass-catching back and even worked as a goal line weapon with five touchdowns last year. Sanders himself has said to not even draft him, as Philadelphia looks to have more of a committee approach this year. Miles Sanders was sidelined for nearly the entire preseason with a hamstring injury and is one of the popular descending figures in fantasy. While the Eagles backfield is pretty disgusting, there’s a glimmer of hope for Gainwell’s stock. Plus, some leagues will allow you to cut him and add someone else if he sucks on Thursday night. Moss brings a violent running style that his two teammates lack, which could get him valuable short yardage and goal line carries in the league’s most explosive offense. Moss enters his third season healthy and had a strong offseason that forced his way into a potential three-headed committee. Moss is the least sexy name on this list, but if he warrants a tweet by The Wolf, then we have to include him. (Note – Isaiah McKenzie is ~50% rostered & would be the far higher priority "tryout")- Wolf of Roto Street September 6, 2022 And if he's useless? Cut him for a K the next day. Absolutely should drop your K & see how he does on TNF.Ĭould hammer in 2 TDs. A Week 1 shootout against the Chiefs could maximize his potential right away. Although newcomer Marquise Brown should fill in as the vertical threat for Arizona, expect the Cardinals to use Moore in underneath routes and get him in open space. Moore is a shifty receiver that excels creating yards after the catch. The second-year receiver should catapult into a more significant role with the six-game suspension of DeAndre Hopkins.

Somebody is going to benefit from being Rodgers’ guy.

Allen Lazard is what he is, Sammy Watkins is Sammy Watkins, Randall Cobb is dust, and Christian Watson missed time during camp to build a rapport with Rodgers. The loss of Davante Adams has left a massive chunk of aerial pie up for grabs and no other receiver has stepped up during camp. ROMEO DOUBS (WR, GB, 33%)ĭoubs flashed at Packers camp and preseason with some spectacular grabs and overall play.


While Stefon Diggs and Gabriel Davis get all the love, don’t let McKenzie be forgotten about in this high-scoring offense. We saw McKenzie go for 11-125-1 on 12 targets against the Patriots at the end of last season and his chemistry with Allen has grown this offseason. One of Roto Street’s favorite late-round targets, Isaiah McKenzie, went out and earned the starting slot job in Buffalo over Jamison Crowder.Ī WR3 role is typically not very enticing for most NFL offenses, but under Josh Allen, it provides serious upside. NOTE: Roster % is based on Yahoo! leagues and availability is around 50% or less.
#Waiver wire pickups for free
The best part is that they are available for free right now, rather than spending FAAB or praying for waiver priority. We’ve identified a list of guys who you could sneak onto the back-end of your bench before they become hot commodities on the Week 2 Waiver Wire. Depending on your league size, most fantasy-relevant players are rostered, but there are still a number of players who were overlooked by owners. By now, 2022 fantasy football drafts are in the books and managers are looking forward to Week 1 and the grind of the season.
