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Weekly Waiver Wire Pick Ups - **CHAMPIONSHIP WEEK** Week 17 starts on Page 30 (1 Viewer)
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ignatiusjreilly
Footballguy
I need to replace Godwin, but there's really not much out there. I guess either of the Detroit Reynoldses (I think I'd prefer Josh over Craig because of the uncertainty in the Detroit backfield with Swift and Williams potentially returning). There's also Carter, Freeman and David Johnson, none of whom are likely to sniff my starting lineup. There's not even really a good DST to pickup; maybe LAC, who finishes with Hou/Den, but again, I'm unlikely to start them over Dallas.
Ditto. Most likely targets for me:
* AB (who I will not get...and I bet my semi opponent does).
* MVS
* J. Reynolds
* S. Perine
* J. Howard
* D. Johnson
* A. Abdullah
* J. Jackson (even if Ekeler active, I could see multiple RBs scoring against HOU).
ignatiusjreilly
Footballguy
Ooh, forgot about him. Thanks for the reminder.
No way I use a waiver claim on a guy who might not even be starting, but if he clears waivers he could be worth a stash just in case. Probably same for Perine (but less excited by him due to a tougher matchup)
Of the other names on your list, AB and MVS are rostered, and Howard/Abdullah are a no for me, Dawg.
JohnnyU
Footballguy
ignatiusjreilly
Footballguy
That is a good point: beyond AB, is there any TB receiver worth taking a flier on for as long as Evans is out? I guess Tyler Johnson? Other question is whether someone vacuums up all those short targets Fournette was getting, especially since Jones isn't much of a pass catcher.
JohnnyU
Footballguy
Would be shocked to NOT see him walk right in and get a full workload.
I believe he's been working out at the facility and this guy is never one to be poorly conditioned.
Pats fan here...I remember when AB came off the street after he was signed and caught a few balls and a TD. Brady targeted him right away.
I expect the same this weekend.
sho nuff
Footballguy
Yeah...I think I have the #1 waiver spot of teams left in the playoffs. So as long as consolation bracket guys don't trya nd screw around...I can grab AB to plug in and flex over the likes of Tee Higgins, Barkley, Penny (and the RB that isn't my RB2 between Javonte and Eli Mitchell...depending on Mitchell's status).
Ronald Jones also available. Don't love the rushing matchup...but with Fournette out, you would think he gets some good looks over Bell. Or does it mean guys like AB and Gronk get way more volume because Brady is going to try to throw his way out of all of this and show he can do it without his top guys?
The downside is trying to determine who I am dropping. Not sure I can grab both of those guys. Penny likely my drop (or Mattison...but playing the Cook owner...Id like to hold him as long as possible so he if something happened in practice this week, he can't grab him and start him against me) Other option is dropping Freiermuth with his concussion thinking he is unlikely to make it back this weekend. Do it now and I can grab him back by the weekend if he makes it back or start someone like Jared Cook)
Ronald Jones also available. Don't love the rushing matchup...but with Fournette out, you would think he gets some good looks over Bell. Or does it mean guys like AB and Gronk get way more volume because Brady is going to try to throw his way out of all of this and show he can do it without his top guys?
The downside is trying to determine who I am dropping. Not sure I can grab both of those guys. Penny likely my drop (or Mattison...but playing the Cook owner...Id like to hold him as long as possible so he if something happened in practice this week, he can't grab him and start him against me) Other option is dropping Freiermuth with his concussion thinking he is unlikely to make it back this weekend. Do it now and I can grab him back by the weekend if he makes it back or start someone like Jared Cook)
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I'm absolutely livid that AB is suddenly available in my league.
Moron owner dropped him this past week. Clueless. Even though eligible to come off IR. And of course, I'm the #1 seed, face the lowest seed left...who has the highest waiver priority. Typical Judge Smails situation where out to lunch owner screws you.
Contemplating nudging toilet bowl participants to wake the hell up and grab him.
I'd go after R. Jones and drop Freiermuth. 2nd concussion in a month. If that guy plays he's getting CTE and the Steelers are completely irresponsible.
Mattison is on COVID list, no?
Higgins is a great start this week vs depleted Ravens secondary.
sho nuff
Footballguy
Yeah some of its grabbing guys to keep my opponent from them. AB especially. I don’t think much of Ronald Jones.
Id love to trust Higgins…but this past week almost burned me.
You should take a look at R. Jones game logs last year when Fournette was out.
Impressive.
Several games with 20+ touches and he did damage. Also caught some balls.
There's always risk he fumbles or misses a blitz pickup and he's done, but I have a feeling he's getting the ball.
And CAR is a bit of a run funnel D. Harder to pass on them vs. run. See Singletary last week. If Evans is out I wouldn't be at all surprised to see TB go a bit heavier, maybe two TEs with Brate, and pound a bit more.
sho nuff
Footballguy
steelcityman
Footballguy
As a Steeler fan, I can say AB is a hard worker. He's probably in game shape. If Evans is gimpy and Godwin out, AB could shine bright. They would practice today, so stay tuned. I cant imagine them not using him.
You guys in need of a WR should look at Gabe Davis - although the opponent this week is a tough draw.
The other huge pickups are Huntley at QB and Ronald Jones (I did not read all the posts for this week)
Plus all of the above are preventive pick ups even if they don't fit on your team. If you are facing the guy with Lamar, I would bet the house on Huntley.
The other huge pickups are Huntley at QB and Ronald Jones (I did not read all the posts for this week)
Plus all of the above are preventive pick ups even if they don't fit on your team. If you are facing the guy with Lamar, I would bet the house on Huntley.
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Scooby1974
Footballguy
I would assume he'd need 2 negative tests before Sunday.....between Thurs, Fri., Sat......what are the chances?
Golden Gopher
Footballguy
I'm guessing that they'll test him multiple times daily, in hopes that he can get the multiple negative tests. Hard to put a number on what the chances of that are. Certainly possible. Not sure it's probable, though.
Scooby1974
Footballguy
Dacomish
Footballguy
theplayer11
Footballguy
• Two PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests that are either negative or produce a CT value of 35 or greater.
• One PCR test that is either negative or produces a CT value of 35 or greater, and a negative Mesa test result taken with 24 hours of the PCR test. (Mesa tests usually return results in less than an hour.)
• Two negative Mesa tests.
ignatiusjreilly
Footballguy
Wasn't planning on putting a claim in for Jackson -- I hate to waste it on guys who might not even start -- but I'm thinking it might be a good idea. If he does start, I could really use him, what with Gibson banged up, Edmonds underperforming, and Michel/Penny in ambiguous situations. If Gibson sits, I'd give strong consideration to starting Jackson over the other three given his matchup.
In any event, I'm 11/12 in waiver priority so probably not getting him anyway.
In any event, I'm 11/12 in waiver priority so probably not getting him anyway.
Own Ekeler, don't own JJ.
Honestly, understanding the matchup, even if Ekeler is cleared and plays, I'd consider starting BOTH against Houston.
BobbyLayne
Footballguy
Brandin Cooks to the Reserve/COVID list
Guess Bateman is my new WR3
Not much on the WW (Sutton, Tyler Johnson, Berrios, et al)
Should be OK, still a big favorite & opponent lost Godwin
Would be awesome if he could test out but certainly can’t count on it
Guess Bateman is my new WR3
Not much on the WW (Sutton, Tyler Johnson, Berrios, et al)
Should be OK, still a big favorite & opponent lost Godwin
Would be awesome if he could test out but certainly can’t count on it
ignatiusjreilly
Footballguy
This may just be me, but there are two things in fantasy that always send me running in the other direction:
- "In this game, you could stream either defense!"
- "They're such heavy favorites, you could start the backup RB for all the garbage time points he's going to get."
For the second, I'm sure it happens, but it feels like you're really counting on a bankshot.
I do get that Ekeler was already banged up, and we saw in the KC game that Jackson could be productive in that spot. But I still wouldn't feel great about it happening again.
Chaka
Footballguy
In think Foreman's opportunities are more locked in than Jones's. If Jones falters early we may see more passing, Vaughn and possibly Bell.
Foreman is getting his opportunities regardless. Close game, blowout either way, fumble whatever he'll get his opportunities.
SkippaDaFlippa
Footballguy
9 targets in week 15. Shenault also missed practice today so may be even more targets to be had this week. Just put in my waiver claim in my 14 team PPR league.
sho nuff
Footballguy
Im lucky to be able to IR a player who is ruled out. So im holding and hoping for that Houston matchup if I need him
titusbramble
Footballguy
Depends on how much you need someone right now and the state of your WR options. If you weren't going to start him in week 17 then obv drop. If you need the roster spot to make week 17 then obv drop. I've cut him in one where I desperately need RB help, he's currently on IR in the other league I have him but if Kelce can't get off the coof list and play he's gone as well
starks
Footballguy
One could imagine Shanny holding him out one more week seeing its against a bottom feeder. If they were playing Rams or Cards he would probably go but I bet its full steam ahead for Wilson next week regardless. Just my two cents
BobbyLayne
Footballguy
minor rant:
(I know I can “solve” this “issue” by ticking a box in settings, just wondering everyone’s take)
We don’t lock teams after they’ve been eliminated. We have a very strong ethos in our league - usually gets discussed at least once a year for any newbies or newish members - to try your best, all the way through. However, once you’re in the consolation bracket, the etiquette has always been don’t put in WW claims. You have an injury & need a player, pick up a FA. Leave the waiver priority for the playoff teams.
I carried two K last weekend. Decided this week I would swap out Prater for Zuerlein. Depending on how COVID shakes out this week, might add Badgley later this week, dropping Prater, for next week.
Dude who finished 10th uses his first priority on RoJo. That’s a huge WTF but then he uses a 2nd claim on Zuerlein. Then he uses a 3rd claim on Badgley. Doesn’t drop Boswell, so now this ####er is hoarding 3 kickers. Two weeks left & hes battling for 7th place.
My first claim was Josh Reynolds, I lose out to the guy I’m playing, who just lost Godwin. My 2nd claim is for Z and I lose out to Mr 10th place. Guy is in his 11th year with us.
Annoying af, eh? Low stakes, NBD. I probably won’t say anything to him rn, maybe wait for the offseason. We’re pretty casual and laid back. But dang....
(I know I can “solve” this “issue” by ticking a box in settings, just wondering everyone’s take)
We don’t lock teams after they’ve been eliminated. We have a very strong ethos in our league - usually gets discussed at least once a year for any newbies or newish members - to try your best, all the way through. However, once you’re in the consolation bracket, the etiquette has always been don’t put in WW claims. You have an injury & need a player, pick up a FA. Leave the waiver priority for the playoff teams.
I carried two K last weekend. Decided this week I would swap out Prater for Zuerlein. Depending on how COVID shakes out this week, might add Badgley later this week, dropping Prater, for next week.
Dude who finished 10th uses his first priority on RoJo. That’s a huge WTF but then he uses a 2nd claim on Zuerlein. Then he uses a 3rd claim on Badgley. Doesn’t drop Boswell, so now this ####er is hoarding 3 kickers. Two weeks left & hes battling for 7th place.
My first claim was Josh Reynolds, I lose out to the guy I’m playing, who just lost Godwin. My 2nd claim is for Z and I lose out to Mr 10th place. Guy is in his 11th year with us.
Annoying af, eh? Low stakes, NBD. I probably won’t say anything to him rn, maybe wait for the offseason. We’re pretty casual and laid back. But dang....
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Drake Hater
Footballguy
Feel your pain. That stuff is annoying. If I'm battling for nothing I do late ww claims and cut guys I'm not using. Hoarding for no reason is an ##### move.
I wish that guy was in my league.
Last seed who made the playoffs is facing me. Was hoping somebody in the consilation round grabbed AB. Nope. Fell right to him as I knew he would.
I'm all for all teams staying competitive. Especially if there is is still money on the table. I mean...in the NFL, all teams are eligable for waivers...even if they are terrible.
BobbyLayne
Footballguy
I know, that’s the other side of the coin. We have this thing where playing the spoiler is a point of pride. Even if you’re in the 5th/6th or 11th/12th place game this week, and not playing next week, you still want to win.
I love that about our league. Don’t want to lose it or make out like it’s a bad thing.
Still, three kickers. ####head.
Out of the running for $ or draft pick status, that's just tacky on his part. Maybe you have to lock teams in that case...
gruecd
Footballguy
I don't have a problem with it. If you don't like it, lock rosters for teams that aren't in the championship bracket.
BobbyLayne
Footballguy
well tbf it’s their league. I’m 1/12th of it. I’ll bring it up next summer and see if they want to lock or leave as is - if nothing else the discussion raises consciousness about it.
personally I do pickups after the WW run when I’m out. thought that was consensus but can’t read minds. not important enough to bring it up now, and we can’t change until the offseason anyway.
Same thing happened in my league. I forgot to lock eliminated teams and someone claimed Justin Jackson. Beyond annoyed.
titusbramble
Footballguy
IHEARTFF said:
When I posted I thought you meant Moore
Yeah I should been clear Elijah Mitchell and Elijah Moore both in different leagues. With how many guys are out, limited IR spots, it is tight if you can get a Justin Jackson or something to help you win this week, its hard not to drop Moore at least.
D-Day
Footballguy
Just posted from Schefter on Twitter. No other info. It still could be a few weeks before he is active, if at all this year. I’m still stunned that this could be a consideration for the Rams.
