Notable Injuries from week 9:
- Bam Knight (Ankle)
- Davante Adams (Oblique)
- Garrett Wilson (Knee)
- DJ Moore (Shoulder)
- Dalton Kincaid (Hamstring)
- Oronde Gadsden II (Quad Bruise)
- Jaxson Dart (Concussion)
Teams on a BYE week:
- Indianapolis Colts
- New Orleans Saints
Waiver Wire Targets
Tyler Allgeier (Rostered in 27.8% of ESPN leagues)
A few weeks ago I flagged Allgeier as a prime handcuff option worth rostering. That is still certainly the case. An added bonus however, is that he has been used more in the redzone in recent weeks over Bijan Robinson. Worth stashing on rosters or even to pickup and use as an emergency RB option.
Trey Benson (Rostered in 49.1% of ESPN leagues)
Will keep putting Benson on this list until he comes back. Would be the clear cut RB 1. Head coach Jonathan Gannon told reports, “He’s doing well. Take it day-by-day there.” Hopefully that leads to some real practice time this week.
Tez Johnson (Rostered in 27.9 % of ESPN leagues)
Similar to what you will read below with Cade Otton, the Bucs receiving core is pretty banged up and it’s looking like that won’t change much in week 11 against the Bills.Chris Godwin is still out with injury which really leaves Johsnon and Egbuka as the main guys. Since stepping into an elevated role within the offense, Johnson has been active in the touchdown department. Egbuka is still the top dog but don’t count out the fantasy impact Johnson can have in this offense.
Parker Washington (Rostered in 16.9 % of ESPN leagues)
I highlighted Washington in my list last week due to the lack of passing options with the Jaguars wide receiver room being ravaged by injuries. On Sunday Washington popped off for 17.9 fantasy points thanks to a receiving touchdown as well as a touchdown off a punt return. He also saw 7 targets which is great for all you PPR players out there. With Travis Hunter out and BTJ still dealing with an injury, expect Washington to continue to shoulder the load alongside newly traded for Jakobi Meyers.
Theo Johnson (Rostered in 44.5% of ESPN leagues)
In the wake of the injury to Malik Nabers, and the Jaxson Dart/Cam Skattebo bromance, Theo Johnson has quietly been a great asset to the rookie QB, especially in the redzone. Through 10 weeks, Johnson is 4th among tight ends in redzone targets (9) and . Jaxson Dart is currently dealing with a concussion so his outlook for the Giants upcoming game against the Packers is cloudy. However, Johnson is worth rostering and playing if Dart is able to play in week 11.
Cade Otton (Rostered in 34.7% of ESPN leagues)
I’ve been on the Cade Otton train for a couple of weeks now especially with all the injuries to the Bucs receiving corp. It’s still looking dubious with Mike Evans out for the year and both Chris Godwin and Bucky Irving still missing time. It really comes down to Tez Johnson, Emeka Egbuka and Otton. Against the Patriots, Otton posted a season high 17.2 fantasy points and saw 12 targets. While this isn’t going to happen every week, this shows the willingness to lean on Otton in the passing game. The Bills have been less than stellar on defense so Otton has the potential to produce once again in week 11.
Juwan Johnson (Rostered in 35.2% of ESPN leagues)
At this point, there is no justifiable reason for Juwan Johnson to still be on waivers. Even with the likes of Tyler Shough and Spencer Rattler throwing him the ball, Johnson has been a bright spot for the Saints when it comes to fantasy production. The current TE 6 on the year, snag him as the Saints go into their BYE week.
Joe Flacco (Rostered in 32.9% of ESPN leagues) Genius Pick of the Week
Another repeat from last week, I pushed for fantasy managers to pick up Flacco despite the BYE week. Flacco has been tearing it up since being traded to the Bengals and has the potential to get you to the playoffs and even push for a championship. He has easily been a top 5 fantasy QB in that 4 game span. Looking at the rest of their schedule, the Bengals have it super easy.
Aaron Rodgers (Rostered in 32.9% of ESPN leagues)
That’s right, after an embarrassing outing against the Chargers, I’m banking on Aaron Rodgers against the Bengals in round 2 of the old man battle. The Bengals defense is bad and missing key pieces to injuries and the last outing between these two teams resulted in a 33-31 showdown with two legendary quarterbacks. In what should be a high scoring game, Rodgers could be a prime week 11 streamer.
*Point totals mentioned assume full point PPR scoring
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