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Fantasy Football Waiver Wire – Week 9

Stephen Kersey — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 04:55:31 +0000

As we venture into Week 9, there are a few fantasy football waiver wire pickups worth a mention. If these guys are available on your fantasy league’s waiver wire and you need to fill a gap, sign these fantasy sleepers and be confident in their production.

QB Alex Smith, San Francisco 49ers
Alex Smith was decent in his first start of the season against the tough Colts. Against the Titans in Week 9, Smith is very much a sleeper. He could be huge.

RB Ryan Moats, Houston Texans
The Texans were mad at Steve Slaton for his fumbling. They gave Ryan Moats a shot and he scored three touchdowns. If he gets a start in Week 9, go ahead and start him in your fantasy league.

Try to get your hands on Ryan Moats (Image: Zuma Press)

WR Mike Thomas, Jacksonville Jaguars
It’s time to pay attention to Mike Thomas. The Jaguars wide receiver has 11 catches in the last two games. In three of his last four games, the rookie wide receiver has at least four grabs.

TE Donald Lee, Green Bay Packers
Donald Lee has been an afterthought this season. But with Jermichael Finley injured, Lee’s value is now higher. He’s had at least three catches in four straight games and faces a horrible Tampa Bay squad in Week 9 of the 2009 fantasy football season.

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Week 3 Waiver Wire Pickups

Stephen Kersey — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 03:57:16 +0000

After Week 2 of the 2009 fantasy football season, we have located a few waiver wire pickups that can help your team starting in Week 3. Getting a good player off of the waiver wire can turn around your season. Here are our Week 3 waiver wire pickups.

QB Trent Edwards, Buffalo Bills
In two straight outing, Trent Edwards has produced at a very even level. Given his strong wide receivers and quality running backs, there’s no reason why Edwards won’t keep producing.

WR Mario Manningham and Steve Smith, New York Giants
Both of these Giants wide receivers are worthy of being on your fantasy football team. Mario Manningham is a big play receiver, while Smith is a quality possession WR. Pick them up ASAP.

RB Felix Jones, Dallas Cowboys
Not only did Felix Jones play very well in Week 2 (96 yards on only 7 carries), it appeared as if Marion Barber got hurt. If Jones is the starter, he could put up exciting fantasy football numbers.

TE Jermichael Finley, Green Bay Packers
After a very quiet Week 1 performance, Jermichael Finley was a bit louder in Week 2. However, he should be available on your waiver wire and if you need a sleeper tight end, roll the dice with him.

Jermichael Finley - Green Bay Packers (Image: Zuma Press)

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Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 2

Stephen Kersey — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 03:55:46 +0000

After watching Week 1, a handful of fantasy football players emerged that should be picked up off the waiver wire. If any of these players are on the waiver wire in your fantasy league, act quickly to add them to your roster.

QB Joe Flacco, Baltimore Ravens
After a steady rookie season, it appears as if Joe Flacco may surprise many fantasy owners this season. He has a big arm and displayed it well in Week 1.

RB Michael Bush, Oakland Raiders
Sure, Darren McFadden is the starter. But the Raiders can rn the ball and Michael Bush should get plenty of touches this season.

WR Earl Bennett, Chicago Bears
Many fantasy owners pegged Earl Bennett as a sleeper going into the season. In Week 1, that definitely appeared to be the case. He was targetted a ton and figures to be a big part of the offense.

TE Jeremy Shockey, New Orleans Saints
Last season, Jeremy Shockey did next to nothing. This season, he got off to a fantastic start. Pick him up off the waiver wire if you can.

Jeremy Shockey - New Orleans Saints

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Week 1 Waiver Wire Pickups – Possibilities

Stephen Kersey — Sun, 13 Sep 2009 03:55:17 +0000

As we head into Week 1 of the 2009 fantasy football season, here are some players to keep an eye on that could be valuable waiver wire pickups. These players could burst onto the scene with a big Week 1 performance — so be ready to pounce!

QB Joe Flacco, Baltimore Ravens
After a solid rookie season, Joe Flacco’s value in his second season is difficult to figure. If he looks much improved in Week 1, consider him a possible backup fantasy football quarterback.

RB Carnell Williams, Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Early in his rookie season, Carnell Williams looked like a superstar in the making. Heading into his fifth season, no one really knows what to expect. Keep your eyes open.

WR Percy Harvin, Minnesota Vikings
NFL scouts are very mixed on how much of an impact Percy Harvin will have this season for the Vikings. In Week 1, we’ll start to get a better idea of what to expect.

TE Jermichael Finley, Green Bay Packers
One of the most exciting sleepers of the 2009 fantasy football season is Jermichael Finley of the Packers. If the tight end is heavily involved in Week 1, pick him up immediately.

Jermichael Finley - Green Bay Packers (Image: Zuma Press)

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Week 4 Waiver Wire Pickups – Fantasy Football

admin — Wed, 24 Sep 2008 02:20:54 +0000

QB Trent Green, St. Louis Rams
With Marc Bulger out of a starting quarterback job, Trent Green is the new man in charge. He has talent on his offensive unit so he may be able to shine.

RB Michael Pittman, Denver Broncos
For the third straight week Michael Pittman scored a touchdown. While the Broncos are using a three-headed monster at running back, Pittman is arguably the most valuable due to his goal line carries.

WR Brandon Lloyd, Chicago Bears
Although the Bears remain weak at wide receiver, Brandon Lloyd has emerged as their top wideout. He had a big week in Week 3 and should remain Chicago’s go-to guy.

TE Donald Lee, Green Bay Packers
Aaron Rodgers seems to be getting more comfortable with using his tight end, which is good news for Donald Lee. He’s not a spectacular starter at this point but he should be solid.

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Week 16: Emergency Kickers and Defenses

admin — Sat, 22 Dec 2007 08:12:17 +0000

K Josh Scobee, Jacksonville Jaguars
With the Jaguars up against the Oakland Raiders, Scobee is a really nice start this week. If you are in a championship game, you can rely on Scobee to be effective this week. The Jaguars have a sound offense and Scobee has been fine since missing most of the beginning of the season with an injury.

K David Akers, Philadelphia Eagles
Akers is a solid veteran kicker who has been good for a number of years. This year he hasn’t been as explosive as usual but he should see some action in Week 16. Against the defense of the New Orleans Saints, the Eagles shouldn’t have too much trouble getting into field goal range. Akers has been a little shaky recently but he should be good for some points this week.

D Arizona Cardinals
The Cardinals have lost three out of their final four games. While they played really well to begin the season, the Cardinals have struggled as of late. That said, they should be fine this weekend against the Atlanta Falcons. The Falcons have been horrible as of late and the Cardinals should be able to take advantage.

D Detroit Lions
The Lions were talking playoffs not too long ago. Now, after six consecutive losses, those previous talks look humorous. The Lions in the playoffs? Who were they kidding? However, this week, the Kansas City Chiefs come to town. With Brodie Croyle at quarterback for the Chiefs, the Lions should be able to make some plays defensively.

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Week 15: Waiver Wire Pickups

admin — Wed, 12 Dec 2007 08:23:59 +0000

QB Trent Edwards, Buffalo Bills – Edwards is coming off a big fantasy game and has another good matchup this week against the Cleveland Browns. Edwards, who had four touchdowns in Week 15, has some quality talent at his disposal including Lee Evans. With the Browns being such a poor defensive bunch, expect a couple touchdowns out of Edwards this week.

RB Darius Walker, Houston Texans – With Ron Dayne injured, the running back job for the Texans looks like it could be Walker’s. Walker, who was recently on the Texans’ practice squad, got some work last week and played decently well. With Dayne out, expect Walker to be featured this week against the Denver Broncos.

WR Michael Jenkins, Atlanta Falcons – Jenkins has had a quiet year this season, but things are looking better for him. With Chris Redman at quarterback for the Falcons, he seems to look Jenkins’ way a lot of the time. In Week 14, Jenkins finished with 9 catches and a touchdown. This week against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Jenkins should be good for a good amount of receptions.

TE Alex Smith, Tampa Bay Buccaneers – If you need a tight end, look at Smith. With Jeff Garcia expected back at quarterback for the Bucs and matchup against the Atlanta Falcons looming, Smith is a very nice start this week. While he’s not a threat to get a lot of receptions, he’s a very nice red zone threat for Tampa Bay. There’s a better than decent shot of Smith ending up with a touchdown this week.

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Waiver Wire Kickers and Defenses

admin — Fri, 07 Dec 2007 11:38:00 +0000

K Josh Scobee, Jacksonville Jaguars
Scobee is healthy and kicking well. This week the Jaguars face the Carolina Panthers. While their defense isn’t as good as it’s been in recent years, the Panthers aren’t totally inept. That should allow Scobee to get a couple field goal attempts this game, at least.

K Ryan Lindell, Buffalo Bills
You can’t ask more a much better matchup than the Miami Dolphins at home. Lindell should get plenty of chances this game against the winless Dolphins. The Bills offense isn’t very good, which is always a kicker’s best friend. Look for three field goals this week.

D Buffalo Bills
To further take advantage of this great matchup against the Dolphins, consider picking up the Bills D. The Bills are still in the playoff race and really need to win this game. While their defense isn’t great, it’s going up against perhaps the worst offense in the NFL.

D New Orleans Saints
The Saints are another team who really need to win this week. With their playoff chances fading, the Saints are basically in a must win this week against the Atlanta Falcons. The Falcons offense is pretty poor and while the Saints defense is also poor, they are capable of coming up with big plays.

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Week 14: Waiver Wire Pickups

admin — Wed, 05 Dec 2007 05:21:38 +0000

QB Luke McCown, Tampa Bay Buccaneers
With Jeff Garcia sidelined, McCown stepped in for the Bucs and played great in the team’s victory. McCown threw for two touchdowns and for over 320 yards. However, Garcia might come back this week from his back injury. If you pickup McCown, he’d be a decent start in Week 14 if Garcia isn’t able to go.

RB Fred Jackson, Buffalo Bills
Jackson had a very good game against the Washington Redskins on Sunday. He finished with 82 yards rushing and 69 yards receiving. In Week 14, he’d be a rather nice start against the Miami Dolphins. The bad news for Jackson is that Marshawn Lynch might return from his ankle injury.

WR Bryant Johnson, Arizona Cardinals
Anquan Boldin suffered a toe injury in Week 13, while Larry Fitzgerald was out injured prior to the game. Suddenly, Johnson was the number one receiver on the Cardinals. Heading into Week 14, it appears as if Boldin won’t be able to play and Fitzgerald isn’t a certainty, either. If one or both of those stud receivers misses the game, Fitzgerald suddenly becomes a quality fantasy football starter.

TE Desmond Clark, Chicago Bears
Clark has quietly become a fantasy option again. While Greg Olsen has gotten a lot of the tight end looks of late, Clark has been productive over the last couple weeks. After getting 61 yards in Week 12, Clark finished with five catches, 76 yards and a touchdown in Week 13. In Week 14, he’s a decent enough start against the Washington Redskins.

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Week 13: Emergency Starters

admin — Sat, 01 Dec 2007 07:48:02 +0000

QB Kellen Clemens, New York Jets – Clemens hasn’t looked too good so far in his short NFL career as a starting quarterback, but this week he has hope. Enter the winless Miami Dolphins. Although the Dolphins have actually played decent defense as of late, Clemens should have plenty of chances to come up with big plays. He has a very strong arm and the Jets should be able to move the ball. If you are need of a quarterback to start, look for Clemens as a pickup and play option.

RB Samkon Gado, Miami Dolphins – With Ronnie Brown out for the season, Ricky Williams out for the season and Jesse Chatman banged up, there’s a decent shot that Gado gets a good amount of carries this week. A couple years ago, Gado stepped in with the Green Bay Packers in a similar situation and played well. He’s not a very explosive back but he’s solid. Against the porous Jets defense, he’s a decent enough start.

WR Santana Moss, Washington Redskins – The Redskins are going to no doubt bring the emotion this week. Over the last couple games, Moss has been quietly effective for the Redskins. He has 14 catches over the last two games and seems to be returning to health after he battled injuries for much of the season. There’s a good chance that he could come up with a big play on Sunday against the Buffalo Bills.

TE Vernon Davis, San Francisco 49ers – The Niners offense finally looked good last week and that’s excellent news for Davis. When the Niners can move the ball, Davis becomes a nice threat near the endzone. He has great size and speed, especially for a tight end. If the Niners can again move the ball this week, Davis should be a big part of the offense. Over the last two weeks, he has ten receptions, including a touchdown in last week’s game.

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