Attention, fantasy aficionados! It’s time to gear up because Week 12 has rolled in, and it’s friggin BYEMAGEDDON!!! SIX Teams are on a bye week, which absolutely shakes things up. The season continues to barrels ahead like a quarterback on a mission, the waiver wire is about to become your best friend this week, your trusty sidekick in this fantasy adventure, or perhaps your secret weapon in the battle for bragging rights!
For all you fantasy managers navigating the stormy seas of injuries and bye weeks, this week is a golden opportunity to snag some emerging talent, capitalize on those unfortunate injuries, and maybe even rescue a few underperformers from the depths of fantasy despair. Picture the waiver wire as your personal treasure chest, where clever managers can dig up hidden gems that could turn your season around faster than you can say “Game-winning touchdown!”
In this article, we’ll embark on a thrilling quest to uncover the top waiver wire adds for Week 11, shining a spotlight on key players poised to elevate your fantasy lineup and help you tackle the challenges ahead. Whether you’re patching up injuries, beefing up your roster, or just trying to fill those bye week holes (and no, we’re not talking about the ones in your favorite pair of sweatpants), these strategic additions could mean the difference between celebrating a glorious victory or sulking in defeat like a kid who just lost their favorite toy.
So, grab your fantasy gear, put on your thinking cap, and let’s dive into the treasure hunt of waiver wire wonders! It’s time to turn those bye week blues into a victory parade that would make even the most seasoned NFL fan jealous! Onward to glory, my fantasy comrades, let’s make this week one for the ages!
*For a player to make this WAIVER list, they must be rostered in LESS than 50% of 1QB, Full PPR Sleeper Leagues.*
WEEK 10 BYES
- ATLANTA FALCONS
- BUFFALO BILLS
- CINCINNATI BENGALS
- JACKSONVILLE JAGUARS
- NEW ORLEANS SAINTS
- NEW YORK JETS
QUARTERBACKS
ALL PLAYERS ARE IN ORDER BY SUGGESTED WAIVER PRIORITY
{All stats are from the prior week.}
- JAMEIS WINSTON (Browns)
Rostered: (18% in Sleeper Leagues)
Next 3 Opponents: Steelers, Broncos, Steelers
(30-46 Completions, 395 Yards, 2 TDs; 1 Carry, 8 Yards)
{Jameis gets a tough matchup this week against the Steelers, but with 6 teams on bye week this week, I’m swinging for upside. Winston is an absolute gunslinger and doesn’t care how many interceptions he throws. He could either give you 30 points or 10 points, but I’m guessing he is very serviceable this week.} - DRAKE MAYE (Patriots)
Rostered: (25% in Sleeper Leagues)
Next 3 Opponents: Dolphins, Colts, BYE
(22-30 Completions, 215 Yards, 2 TDs; 3 Carries, -5 Yards)
{Drake gets to face the Dolphins who just let Gardner Minshew put up some decent numbers in week 11. I don’t hate having to start Drake Maye with 6 different QBs being on bye.}
RUNNING BACKS
ALL PLAYERS ARE IN ORDER BY SUGGESTED WAIVER PRIORITY
{All stats are from the prior week.}
- TREY BENSON (Cardinals)
Rostered: (31% in Sleeper Leagues)
Next 3 Opponents: Seahawks, Vikings, Seahawks
(BYE WEEK)
{Trey is coming off the bye week this past week and with it being the later half of the season, we tend to think James Connor wear and tear could set in soon. With that being said, Benson has been pretty dang good coming in to give Connor a breather. I could see Benson getting a heavy workload with a Connor injury. He’s doing very well with the opportunities hes been given.}
WIDE RECEIVERS
ALL PLAYERS ARE IN ORDER BY SUGGESTED WAIVER PRIORITY
{All stats are from the prior week.}D
- ALEC PIERCE (Colts)
Rostered: (23% in Sleeper Leagues)
Next 3 Opponents: Lions, Patriots, BYE
(4 Targets, 3 Catches, 74 Yards)
{Once again, Alec Pierce puts up massive numbers through the air. Only 4 targets this week but 74 yards is what I’m loving! If you are looking for a flex play with upside, look no further.}
TIGHT ENDS
ALL PLAYERS ARE IN ORDER BY SUGGESTED WAIVER PRIORITY
{All stats are from the prior week.}
- ZACH ERTZ(Commanders)
Rostered: (46% in Sleeper Leagues)
Next 3 Opponents: Cowboys, Titans, BYE
(7 Targets, 6 Catches, 47 Yards, 1 TD)
{Zach has surprised a lot of people this year. At this moment he is inside the top 10 of all tight ends and over the last six weeks he’s finished as a top 12 QB four of those weeks. He’s also had 37 targets over those 6 weeks. Pick him up if you need a someone to get you through this week.}
STASH OR DEEP LEAGUE GRABS
- JA’TAVION SANDERS (9% Rostered) Panthers Sanders has been surprisingly serviceable in his rookie season. He’s coming off the his bye week and they get the Chiefs at home. Look for hime to put up decent streamer numbers.
KICKERS
ALL PLAYERS ARE IN ORDER BY SUGGESTED WAIVER PRIORITY
{All stats are from the prior week.}
- MATT GAY (Colts)
Rostered: (6% in Sleeper Leagues)
Next 3 Opponents: Lions, Patriots, BYE
(1 for 1 XPs, 3 for 3 on FGs Made, two 40-49 yd FGs, one 50+ yd FG)
{Matt Gay might be the most consistent kicker since week 4. He hasn’t gone under 8 points in that span of time. if you aee looking for a great streamer this week, look no further than Matt Gay.}
D/ST
ALL PLAYERS ARE IN ORDER BY SUGGESTED WAIVER PRIORITY
{All stats are from the prior week.}
- BUCCANEERS (Tampa Bay)
Rostered: (25% in Sleeper Leagues)
Next 3 Opponents: Giants, Panthers, Raiders
{The Bucs get Tommy Devito and the New York Giants in week 11. The Bucs are a great streamer this week.}
Individual Defensive Players (IDP)
ALL PLAYERS ARE IN ORDER BY SUGGESTED WAIVER PRIORITY
{All stats are from the prior week.}
- DEVIN BUSH (Browns) LB
Rostered: (13% in Sleeper Leagues)
Next 3 Opponents: Steelers, Broncos, Steelers
(8 Total Tackles & 2 Tackle for Loss)
{DEVIN BUSH REVENGE GAME! Not only does he have the revenge game narrative, over his last 2 games his snap percentage went way up and so did his fantasy points. This is a good opportunity to have some fun while filling out some holes on your squad with all the NFL teams on bye.} - ODAFE OWEH (Ravens) DL, LB
Rostered: (22% in Sleeper Leagues)
Next 3 Opponents: Chargers, Eagles, BYE
(5 Total Tackles, 2.5 Sacks, 4 Hits on QB, 2 Tackle for Loss)
{Oweh has definitely been inconsistent but his upside is always worth a start when you’ve got 6 teams on bye week. This past week against Pittsburgh, he eclipsed 30 points. That’s the kind of upside play we like to take on byemageddon.} - JEROME BAKER (Titans) LB
Rostered: (33% in Sleeper Leagues)
Next 3 Opponents: Texans, Commanders, Jaguars
(8 Total Tackles & 1 Hit on QB)
{Jerome stepped up big with with 8 tackles last week. He should get more opportunites this week with the Gibbens getting injured and likely out for the year.} - JAYLON JONES (Colts) DB
Rostered: (34% in Sleeper Leagues)
Next 3 Opponents: Lions, Patriots, BYE
(5 Total Tackles & 2 Passes Defended)
{Jaylon may be one of the more consistent scoring Defensive Backs. So if you are just looking for a fill in with all the bye weeks, you can’t go wrong with Jaylon Jones!}
One thing I always try to instill in Fantasy Football Managers, navigating the waiver wire is a crucial aspect of fantasy football that can significantly influence your team’s performance throughout the season. By staying informed about player trends, injuries, and matchups, you can make strategic additions that enhance your roster and increase your chances of success. Remember, the key to winning in fantasy football often lies in being proactive and making the right moves at the right time.
As you gear up for the next week, don’t just sit there like a deer in headlights, check out the players we’ve spotlighted and make those savvy adds that could send your team soaring. Remember, fortune favors the bold (and the well-informed)! So, good luck out there, and may your waiver wire decisions lead you straight to fantasy glory!
GOOD LUCK WITH YOUR WAIVER CLAIMS!
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