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October 10th, 2023

David’s Daily Digest

Tuesday Late-Evening Edition

The Waiver Wire

With Week 5 long gone and in the mirror, it’s time to look ahead to week 6. With injuries always playing its’ part in the game, the Waiver wire never runs dry with new names, faces, and options to fill the void caused by the Bye weeks and injuries. 

My first Waiver wire notes are the pickups of the week (for week 6). The Steelers running back Najee Harris continues to lose volume to teammate Jaylen Warren. In week 5 Harris narrowly out snapped Warren 37 to 32 and the touches were 15 (Harris) to 12 (Warren). Warren has proven to be the more effective running back, particularly in the passing game. If he’s available, he needs to be owned.

In Kansas City where there is no clear-cut number two receiving option behind tight end Travis Kelce, I believe the rookie wide receiver Rashee Rice could emerge. Rice has averaged nearly 6 targets per game over his last three games and has 12 receptions for 124 yards and score. He has nearly doubled in fantasy points the next Chiefs receiver closest to him. The Chiefs offense has yet to hit its stride this season and in what could be a high volume, high octane offense, the second round draft pick (Rice) is one of the pieces that should be owned.

Here’s the list of other notable claims that should be made this week.

RB-Kendre Miller (Saints) - Alvin Kamara is the clear starter, but Miller would be the cuff to own and worth the stash.

RB-Jordan Mason (49ers) - Just like Kamara, Christian McCaffrey seldom comes off the field. But Mason is the cuff and he should be owned and stashed.

RB-Emari Demercado (Cardinals) - With Conner going on IR, Demercado, the fantasy RB18 in week 5, looks to be the next man up.

RB-Tyjae Spears (Titans) - Recorded 11 touches for 69 yards of offense in week 5.

WR-Josh Downs (Colts) - 21 targets in last three games, led team in receptions and yards in week 5.

WR-Jonathan Mingo (Panthers) - He was second on the team in week 5 with 7 targets. He has been targeted at least 5 times in every game played this season.

WR-Trenton Irwin (Bengals) - Targeted 10 times in week 5 to Tyler Boyd’s 7.

TE-Dalton Schultz (Texans) - He may have fallen off for a bit, but looks to be back on the radar (10 targets in week 5).

TE-Jonnu Smith (Falcons) - Despite the strong performance from teammate Kyle Pitts, Smith was still heavily involved. He out-snapped Pitts and was targeted 7 times in week 5.

That's my take!

~David G. Ortega

FSH NOTEBOOK: THE WAIVER WIRE

October 3rd, 2023

David’s Daily Digest

Tuesday Late-Evening Edition

The Waiver Wire

The fantasy football season is a long and arduous trek with plenty of peaks and valleys throughout. The best owners can hope for is that the valley doesn’t run too deep and that they peak at the right time.

One of the best methods for team improvement is the weekly ritual of working the Waiver Wire. Every week fantasy owners are looking for way to improve their team and looking for that diamond in the rough to turn their season around.

Here are this week’s diamonds.

Week 5 Waiver Wire Options

QB, CJ Stroud (Texans) - It may seem a bit premature to go all-in on Texans quarterback CJ Stroud, but he is putting up one heckuva argument to do so. For the season Stroud has been the fantasy QB11 and over the past three weeks he has more passing yards (970) than any other quarterback with six touchdowns and no picks. It may be risky to insert him as your every week starter, but few quarterbacks are playing as well as Stroud; he needs to be owned.

QB, Joshua Dobbs (Cardinals) - Over the past two weeks, Dobbs has been an effective starter posting solid fantasy numbers; 454 yards passing and three touchdowns. He’s been the fantasy QB10 his last two starts and can be considered a possible streaming option during the bye weeks that start in week 5.

RB, Jaleel McLaughlin (Broncos) - The Broncos starter Javonte Williams exited the team’s week 4 game, but is not expected to miss much, if any time. That being the cash, his departure opened the door for rookie running back Jaleel McLaughlin. He showed plenty of flash in the ground and air attack, totaling over 100 yards. It’s hard to determine what his usage will be going forward, but he’s definitely stash/(cuff) worthy and flex consideration.

RB, Jaylen Warren (Steelers) - The Steelers running back Jaylen Warren has been steady playing behind starter Najee Harris, but over the past three weeks he has been the more productive back. Warren has 78 yards rushing to Harris’ 179, but he also has 13 receptions for 115 yards receiving (to Najee’s 2 for 32). In a ppr format, Warren is a borderline RB2/RB3, so he’s definitely in the flex conversation

WR, Tyler Boyd (Bengals) - With starter Tee Higgens expected to miss time, Boyd steps up into a starting role and needs to be picked up. Over the past three weeks he has averaged 8 targets per game, with Higgins out his workload will increase.

WR, Michael Wilson (Cardinals) - Over the past two weeks the Cardinals wide receiver Michael Wilson has been targeted 10 times and caught 9 passes for 162 yards receiving with two touchdowns. He has been the fantasy WR13. He’s a worthy add this week with flex appeal.

Watchlist

These are some names fantasy owners should have on their watchlist for possible pickups in the near future, Chubba Hubbard (Panthers), Melvin Gordon III (Ravens), Allen Lazard (Jets), Darnell Mooney (Bears), and Curtis Samuel (Commanders). Keep an eye on their production and usage in the coming week or two.

That's my take!

~David G. Ortega

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Wednesday Late Night Edition
September 18th, 2019

Wednesday Watercooler Chat

It’s Wednesday and time to gather round the old watercooler to talk some fantasy football. No worries if you don’t have a watercooler, the breakroom snack machine or out back for a quick smoke are just as appropriate.

It’s still a small sample size, but after two weeks there are a few trends we are seeing that are unavoidable, like the arrival of Lamar, and even compelling to watch, like the greatness of Mahomes, and in some cases believe, Dalvin Cook leads the NFL in rushing. 

Here’s a list of some quick takes you can buy, sell, take to the bank, or throw away (it’s all good);

Quick Takes:

• I am a believer in Lamar Jackson and sold on his fantasy prowess.
• Patrick Mahomes is a magician in or out of the pocket and “It’s Showtime!”
• Dalvin Cook is the real deal and Top 5 fantasy play for 2019, JMO.
• Is Mark Andrew better than Kelce; IDK, but I’ll take him!
• Odell Beckham Jr who? 89 yards later, that’s who!
• Carlos Hyde is no Jekyll, but apparently he can run!
• Has Aaron Jones been freed, because he ran free on Sunday.
• The yards are not coming easy, but Lev Bell is still getting the work.
• After his week 2 bounce back, in Godwin I am trusting.

It’s two weeks in the books and these are a couple of my FF notes to share; 

2 Studs Rising
Ravens, WR-Marquise Brown; Hollywood Brown is no secret by now and in week two the Cardinals defense learned his name up close and persona. Brown dropped 8 catches for 86 yards on 13 targets. If he continues to see this type of usage, he’s going to have some big Sundays!

Buccaneers, WR-Chris Godwin; after posting a modest week 1 performance that did include a score, Godwin followed up with a huge Week 2 showing. On Thursday night Godwin lit up the Panthers with 8 catches for 121 yards receiving and a score. With the Giants defense next up, it could be more of the same for fantasy owner.

2 Duds falling fast
Titans, WR-Corey Davis; through two weeks the Titans wideout has been missing in action. Through two games, PPR scoring, Davis currently ranks as the 94th fantasy receiver, according to Fantasy Data.

Colts, RB-Nyheim Hines; with the return of the Mack in Indy, Hines has become a forgotten name in fantasy. In two games Hines has only seen 31 snaps (unofficial) to Marlon Macks 97. Hines currently ranks as the 60th fantasy running back through two weeks.

2 Weekly Waiver Wire picks
Chiefs, WR-Demarcus Robinson; if you are watching what’s happening in Kansas City thus far this season, you just want a piece and any piece of this offense. Coming off a huge week 2 performance, 6 catches for 172 yards receiving and two scores on six targets, Robinson looks to be a nice waiver wire pick-up for week 3 (if available).

49ers, RB-Raheem Mostert; the Niners running back is another nice waiver wire grab, if available. Last season he got a little run in Frisco and looked pretty good. With Tevin Coleman shelved for a bit, Mostert is getting some run again and looks good. His week two strong showing, 83 rushing yards, 68 receiving yards and a score has him currently ranked as the 16th fantasy running back (PPR scoring), according to Fantasy Data.

2 Players to Watch (sleepers)
Broncos, RB-Royce Freeman; the Broncos are currently employing a full-time 50/50 share with Freeman and Lindsay and thus far, Freeman has been the more productive. While I expect Lindsay’s numbers to improve as the Broncos offense gets better, I don’t see Freeman’s usage suffering. He’s worth stashing and rostering in all formats.

Chiefs, RB-Darwin Thompson; with the Chiefs high octane offense firing on all pistons, the current backfield situation could open the door for opportunity for the rookie running back. Again, you want any piece of this offense that you can get, but Thompson could soon become a focal point in the run game and become a must-start.

That’s My Take
~David G. Ortega

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October 24th 2017

Tuesday Evening Edition

The Weekly Waiver Wire

(Week 8)

Last weeks waiver grabs weren't the best options to follow as Darkwa and Decker both fizzled big on Sunday. On the other hand, a pair of Jets McCown and Seferian-Jenkins paid some nice dividends in Week 7. McCown threw 3 touchdowns, while Seferian-Jenkins scored in his third straight contest. Our drop suggestion last week wasn't too far off either; Jonathan Stewart rushed for 48 yards on 14 carries for a 3.4 yards per carry average.

This week is another week and another chance to make up for past blunders or the opportunity for a few more..

Last week I had Josh McCown on the radar and in case anyone failed to snag him last week, he still remains a viable bye week filler and streaming QB option. Against the Dolphins on Sunday McCown passed for 209 yards with three scores, finishing the week as the No.6 fantasy QB.

The Vikings finally got a chance to see what they have in running back Latavius Murray. Given the opportunity to lead the backfield Murray toted the rock 18 times for 113 yards and a score. He'll face some tough treading this week against the Browns, but Murray is worth rostering and could be valuable rotating RB play in the future.

The Jaguars wide receiver Marquise Lee has quietly put himself into the fantasy conversation. Last Sunday he had an unassuming 4 catch for 72 yards day, but in his last two games he's been targeted 16 times for 9 receptions and 155 yards. In the PPR format, Lee can be a useful play as a bye week filler, having now strung two consecutive games with double-digit fantasy points. He's yet to score this season, so probability would suggest that could be coming soon.

My tight end pickup for this week is Vernon Davis. I play in a couple of deep leagues, so I made this move a week ago, but I'm sure in many leagues Davis is still available. Over the past three weeks Davis only been targeted 11 times catching 9 balls, but with his strength, speed, and athleticism he has totaled 221 receiving yards. The way he's being utilized in the pass game, he has fantasy value in the PPR arena. He's worth streaming for those lacking better options.

Sleeper Watch

My sleeper pick this week is wide receiver Demarcus Robinson. This may not be the best week to play Chiefs receiver, but it could be the best week to stash him for going forward. All I keep hearing from the popular online sources and broadcasters is “how much the Chiefs like this kid” and with Conley on IR, he now gets an opportunity. The subtle hints I like are, last week Robinson tied with the team lead in targets (8) and in week 6 he was 2nd with (5) behind Kelce and Hill. Keep your eyes on this kid.

That's My Take.

~David Ortega

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October 17th 2017

Tuesday Late-Night Edition

The Weekly Waiver Wire

Week 7

As fantasy leagues push deeper into the fantasy season, owners will continue to go to the waiver wire well each week to drink. Fortunately as we enter week 7 of the NFL season and fantasy season, the well has not gone dry; well at least in redraft leagues it hasn’t.

If you are streaming your quarterback position through the bye week, the Jets quarterback Josh McCown has been steady this season. He’s averaging over 13 fantasy points per week and checks in as the No.19 fantasy QB this season. McCown is coming off a strong Week 6 performance with 20.26 fantasy points and has thrown 2 touchdowns in each of his last 2 starts. Back in week 3 McCown totaled 14.66 fantasy points against the Dolphins (the Jets week 7 opponent) and he looks poised to do as much this week.

In the backfield, it looks like the Giants have found a running game behind the efforts of running back Orleans Darkwa. In his last two games Darkwa has gained 186 yards on 29 carries with a rushing touchdown. He’s a nice week 7 grab with the potential of a feature back workload, based on his Sunday night performance against the Broncos (21 carries). His next opponent is the Eagles who have been good against the run, but so were the Broncos.

At the wideout spot, the Titans wide receiver Eric Decker looks to be falling in rhythms with his quarterback and is coming off a solid Monday night game. Based on his numbers entering Week 6, Decker is sure to be lingering on the waiver wire. This is a good time to grab Decker with a week 7 matchup against a Browns defense that just surrendered 3 touchdowns to wide receivers this past Sunday.

One of the reasons for McCown’s steady play is the emergence of his tight end Austin Seferian-Jenkins. After serving his two-game suspension to start the season, Seferian-Jenkins has been steadily coming on. In his past two games the Jets tight end has totaled 19 targets, turning in 14 receptions for 75 yards and two scores. He’s a red-zone gem and has now become one of the featured targets in the passing game. He’s a must grab this week off the waiver wires.

Drop of the Week

In PPR formats, Panthers running back Jonathan Stewart has fallen outside the Top-40 (39 in standard). In his last two games Stewart has totaled just 17 rushing yards on 26 carries. He’s coming off not only his worst performance of the season, but of his career. It’s time to let him go, there are plenty of better options available at this point.

That's My Take.

~David Ortega

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October 11th 2017

Wednesday Night Edition

The Weekly Waiver Wire

(Week 6)

Five weeks into the NFL season and fantasy owners can breathe a sigh of relief, there's still plenty of talent available on the Waiver Wire. At the quarterback position owners of Russell Wilson and Dak Prescott looking for a streaming option may find their needs filled with Colts quarterback Jacoby Brissett. The 2nd year back up finished as the No.10 fantasy quarterback last week (314 passing yards, rushing touchdown) and after starting 4 games Brissett is currently the No.19 fantasy QB. This week Brissett is on the road facing a Titans defense that allows the 3rd most fantasy points to opposing quarterbacks. With the return of Andrew Luck looming, Brissett won't be anyone's fantasy savior, but he is a nice fill-in for week 6.

The Packers appear to have found themselves a gem in running back Aaron Jones, and most fantasy owners will find him available on the Waiver Wire this week. Jones impressed last week rushing for 125 yards and a score, following a week 4 appearance when he gained 49 yards on 13 carries. He's got a tough matchup with the Vikings this Sunday, but with Ty Montgomery (ribs) still iffy this week Jones has done enough to earn a role in the offense beyond week 6. He's a tough play for Week 6, but he's worth the grab now.

With injuries shaking up the backfield and changes to the rotation, the Ravens may have just land on Javorius "Buck" Allen. Primarily used as the pass-catching back in the offense, Allen (20 receptions this season) saw 21 carries on Sunday; this was the 2nd time this season he's reached that number. Through 5 weeks Allen has moved up to the 15th fantasy RB spot, he's definitely a waiver target this week in PPR formats.

Last Sunday Niner's wide receiver Marquise Goodwin had a breakout game catching 5 of 11 targets for 116 yards, good enough for the 14th fantasy WR in PPR for the week. Goodwin is the team's deep threat; but his 11 targets this past week make him an interesting boom or bust option. In deeper leagues, Goodwin may be worth the risky add. Goodwin has had a slow start this season (prior to Sunday) like his quarterback (Brian Hoyer). The two showed some nice chemistry in the preseason and this past week may just be a hint of what is to come.

With the change at quarterback in Chicago, going with the rookie Mitchell Trubisky, tight end Zach Miller immediately looks like nice add this week. On Monday night Miller totaled 39 yards receiving, 3 catches on 7 targets and a score (13th ranked fantasy TE in PPR for the week). With a rookie quarterback, the 7 targets are a good indicator of what to expect. Miller looks to be a borderline TE1/TE2 this week facing a Ravens defense that allows the 6th most fantasy points to opposing tight ends.

That's My Take.

~David Ortega

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October 3rd, 2017

Tuesday Late Night Edition

Weekly Waiver Wire

(Week 5)

As long as injuries continue to play a big part of this game (and they always will), you can always count on the weekly waiver wire for the latest grabs, takes, and finds. Another week of action and we have another full slate of available waiver options for fantasy owners needing to fill a few holes, patch a couple of leaks, and give their week 5 lineup a lift.

QB-Deshaun Watson (Streaming option/roster worthy) Through four weeks, all we've seen Watson do is shoot up the fantasy rankings to the No.7 spot among quarterbacks. He's accounted for 9 scores and has gone 2-1 as a starter; and this is important. His overall team success is his ticket to staying on the field and remaining. Let's face it the kid's electric and ain't going no where. He's worth the add, if you can spare the spot and going forward look for the matchups and just keep watching. Watson has star power and who knows, we may quickly find out he's really a superhero and has super powers.

QB-Jared Goff (QB2/streaming option) I've mentioned his name before and if he's still available it's time to add Goff to your roster. Through 4 weeks the Rams signal caller is the No.10 fantasy quarterback. You may still not be ready to start him, but with quarterbacks like Matt, Ryan and Kirk Cousins on bye this week, Goff is not a bad fill-in option. He's got the Seahawsk next, and their defense has not handle quarterbacks over 500 (allowing over 17 fantasy points per game) as well as those under.

RB-Latavius Murray (borderline RB3/4) It's too early to anoint Murray as a fantasy starter, but he should be playable in some formats due to the expected volume he'll see. With rookie runner Dalvin Cook (ACL) done for the season, Murray should move into the starting role he was expected to inherit when he came to Minnesota. Murray who had off-season ankle surgery has seen little action this season, so this week will be his first big test and a tough one on the road against the Bears No.6 ranked run defense.

RB-Wendell Smallwood (RB3/RB4) The Eagles running back will earn all of his value in PPR. LeGarrette Blount has emerged as the team's lead horse on the ground and Smallwood showed on Sunday he can step into the Darren Sproles role snagging 4 of 6 targets for 45 yards. Smallwood also added another 34 yards on 10 carries with a score. If he can see touches in the 12-14 range each week, not only is he an RB3 option, but he'll have flex appeal.

RB-Wayne Gallman (RB4/roster consideration) It's going to be tough to give Gallman much more value than an RB4/RB5, considering how awful the Giants running game has been (ranked 30th in the league). If you are a Paul Perkins owner or at this point a former owner, Gallman may be the ideal replacement since the Giants may be leaning that way as well. He did show more on Sunday, than what we've seen from Perkins all season. Gallman rushed for 42 yards on 11 carries and added a pair of grabs including a receiving touchdown.

WR-Will Fuller (WR3/WR4) If you were savvy enough to add Fuller last week based on the news of his return, kudos to you. If you played him last week, well double down on that kudos. Fuller came back big in week 4 managing 4 catches for 35 yards and two touchdowns. Not a lot of yards there, but the scores were huge. With the number one receiver (Hopkins) on the other side, Fuller is going to face lesser talented corners and will have a chance to build on these numbers. With struggling receivers like Jamison Crowder, Sammy Watkins, and Demaryius Thomas, Fuller could be nice piece to add this week.

WR-Devin Funchess (WR4/flex option) With the bye weeks starting this Sunday, we're going to have a few studs shelved every week for the next several. Funchess could be a nice add to cover these voids. Last Sunday's performance (7 catches on 9 targets) could be a big indication of what to expect going forward. With tight end Greg Olsen on the injured reserve and not expected to return for at least six weeks, the passing game is missing that go-to option. Kelvin Benjamin hasn't been that answer so far and last week Funchess, who leads the team in catches (17) and yards (216) stepped up big with 70 yards receiving and two touchdowns.

TE-Tyler Kroft (TE2/bye week fill) Someone in Cincinnati besides AJ Green has to catch the ball. With Tyler Eifert expected to miss several weeks, the job will be Krofts for the time being. Last Sunday the 3rd year tight end took advantage posting a line of 6/68/2. His week 4 production out-did Eifert’s season contribution. It's a lot of hype for Kroft yes and this week does not look like a great matchup, but other than Carolina the Bills defense has not faced a team that features their tight end. I actually like Kroft this week; he's worth a waiver claim.

Keep On Your Radar

The Seahawks will be making a change at running back this week with the loss of rookie Chris Carson. The one to watch will be the early favorite to take the reins, Thomas Rawls. This will be Rawls first action since week 2, when he carried the ball just 5 times for 4 yards. It will be interesting to see how all of the running backs shake out and how Rawls handles the starting duties (if he gets the nod). Rawls struggles last season playing in only 9 games, so it's been a while since we’ve seen him showcase what he can do. Hopefully for him and fantasy owners he can capture some of his 2015 magic, and this week lines up as a good matchup against the Rams 30th ranked run defense.

Another one to watch is the Broncos young tight end AJ Derby. Last Sunday he showed off a little of receiving skill with a highlight worthy one-handed catch for a touchdown. Derby has not been an integral part of the Broncos passing game in the team's first three games, but on Sunday offensive coordinator Mike McCoy got him more involved. Derby was targeted 6 times (equaling his first three week total), turning the opportunity into 4 receptions for 75 yards and a score; good enough for the No.4 fantasy tight end for the week. The Broncos are on the bye this week, but keep an eye out for Derby going forward.

That's My Take

~David Ortega

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September 26th 2017

Tuesday Night Edition

Weekly Waiver Wire

(Week 4)

Well the good thing for fantasy owners, through the first three weeks of action the free agent pool has yet to dry up, but this week there may be a couple of names that have already surfaced.

QB-Case Keenum (QB2/ QB streamer) Keenum is not a name you’ll hear very often around the watercooler when it comes to the Waiver wire. But after two weeks of play and a strong week 3 performance, he has garnered some consideration, especially since he’ll remain at the reins heading into week 4 and he’s got great weapons around him.

RB-Chris Thompson (streaming RB2/weekly flex) if he’s still available snatch him now. The Redskins scat back is clearly the team’s best out of the backfield and although he’s not going to be a featured ball carrier in the offense, he’s going to see enough snaps and touches to produce consistently (especially in PPR formats).

RB-Jamaal Charles (flex option) we saw on Sunday when given opportunity Charles can still make things happen. He was limited to just 9 carries, but was clearly the better Broncos back with 56 yards rushing and a score. Look for his touches to continue to increase and with it his value grow.

RB-Chris Carson (low flex / rostered) on Sunday Carson was clearly the featured runner in the Seahawks backfield. Now Sunday wasn’t a typical run game plan as the Seahawks threw the ball 49 times, but Carson drew the start. His play was underwhelming, but he looks to be the preferred option at this time, so better days may lie ahead. He may be worth snagging and stashing for now if you have the roster spot available.

Andre Ellington (flex option) the cards receiving back got a lot of run Monday night against the Cowboys, totaling 81 yards on 10 touches. Starting running back Chris Johnson showed a lot of rust Monday. A slow going for CJ2K could pave the way for more work in the near future for Ellington. Right now he may be the Cardinal runner to own.

WR-Geronimo Allison (current low-flex option) now Allison is one to watch. I think his 8 targets on Sunday are telling. Rodgers went to him enough to make me believe there is trust. With Cobb ailing and Bennett nothing more than a short option safety blanket, Allison could work his way into the James Jones role; the fourth receiver on a team where the quarterback has the ability to feature anyone. His value may be limited for now, but let’s see how he does in the coming weeks.

WR-Travis Benjamin (Borderline WR3/WR4/flex) The Chargers deep threat receiver is tough to trust averaging just 5 targets per contest, but he’s got real big play potential averaging better than 20 yards per reception in week 3. He’s a risky play, but I like him as a flex in PPR or standard leagues.

TE-Ryan Griffin (TE2) The Texans have gone through more tight ends in the first two weeks, than most teams go through in a full season. Well last week they may have found one that sticks, Ryan Griffin. With a rookie quarterback, the tight end position is going to be important and quite possibly heavily utilized. Griffin was only targeted 6 times on Sunday, but he grabbed five balls for 61 yards and a score. As his chemistry with his quarterback improves, so might the numbers.

Keep on your radar

QB-Brian Hoyer & QB-Jared Goff; now I’m not going to rattle any cages or bang any drums here, but I will just say both of these quarterbacks should be followed. I believe at some point this season, both could be worthy of roster spots if they aren’t already.

WR-Robert Woods; I wouldn’t call the Rams offense explosive, but it is loaded with talent and skill. And head coach Sean McVay may just be the guy to get the most out of it. Woods has been relatively quietly through 3 weeks, but he did make a little noise on Thursday night. He’s not ready for primetime, but he’s one to watch in the coming weeks.

WR-Taylor Gabriel; It’s definitely too early to jump on his band wagon, but I think Gabriel should be on your radar as a potential streaming flier. His workload is not consistent (4-3-6 his targets pattern this season), but he’s got boom or bust potential; watch the passing volume and play the matchups.

That’s My Take.

~David Ortega

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September 19th 2017

Tuesday Late Night Edition

The Weekly Waiver Wire

It’s never too soon to panic and never too early to make moves. For those fantasy owners looking to improve, shake things ups, or fill some holes in your rosters, here are this week’s waiver wire pickups for week 3;

QB-Trevor Siemian (QB2 worthy) The Broncos’ starter continued his excellent play in week 2. He now has 6 passing touchdowns for the season. He’s not QB1 ready yet, but we’ve seen enough to say he should be on rosters as a streaming and backup option for Russell Wilson and Kirk Cousin owners.

QB-Deshaun Watson (roster worthy) the rookie quarterback showed some Michale Vick moves on Thursday night and because of his legs and elusiveness his fantasy value is elevated. He’s not a fantasy starter, but definitely roster worthy in Dynasty leagues and two QB leagues. Owners will have to see how he progresses before playing him in redraft leagues or weekly DFS.

QB-Alex Smith (QB2 worthy) the Chiefs quarterback has been steady through two weeks (5 touchdowns) and surrounded with the playmakers he has in Kansas City, Smith has value as a QB2.

RB-Javorius “Buck” Allen (PPR value) the Ravens primary pass-catching back (5 receptions in week 2) has seen plenty of looks in the ground game with 35 carries through the first two weeks. He’s getting enough touches to be a streaming flex option, especially in PPR formats.

RB-Chris Thompson (PPR value) the Redskins ball carrier is the primary 3rd down back with 7 receptions on 12 targets thus far this season. His roles will likely remain unchanged this week if starter Rob Kelley is out, but he’s getting enough work to warrant a roster spot in PPR leagues.

RB-Samaje Perine (standard) the primary beneficiary if Kelley sits in week Three, is Perine. The Redskins as a team finally got the running game in gear this past Sunday (229 rushing yards) and Perine could continue

WR-JJ Nelson (flex option) the Cardinals receiver has scored in each of the team’s first two games and has been consistently involved in the team’s passing game. Nelson has been targeted 13 times in two games turning in a line of 10/163/2. He’s a weekly flex play.

WR-Allen Hurns (PPR value) the Jaguars receiver may have been dumped and/or overlooked in drafts due to the poor play of Bortles, but last Sunday he resurfaced. Hurns grabbed 6 balls for 82 yards receiving and touchdown on 7 targets. Hurns has value as a low-end flex in larger leagues.

WR-Rashard Higgins (PPR value) the Browns 2nd year receiver had a busy Sunday in week 2 snagging 7 passes on 11 targets. With wide receiver Kenny Britt’s poor start this season and wide receiver Corey Coleman heading for the injured reserve, Higgins looks like the favorite. His week 2 production would appear to make him serviceable as a low-end flex.

Keep on Your Watch List

WR-Brandon Coleman; the Saints receiver had a nice showing on Sunday, but it may be too quick to pull the trigger. Coleman is worth watching.

TE-Jack Doyle; the Colts tight end had a pretty good second week (8 receptions, 79 yards) after a sub-par week 1 (just 2 catches for 41 yards). He’s one to watch closely, as his numbers could easily continue to trend upward, especially with the prospect of Andrew Luck returning under center at some point.

TE-Benjamin Watson; the Ravens tight end was solid on Sunday with 8 catches and 91 yards after seeing just one target and no catches in week one. Let’s wait see how this trends before making a move, there are still better options.

That’s My Take.

~David Ortega