Fantasy Football Week 13 Waiver Wire: Top Priority Pickups & Must-Add Players

Top Waiver Wire Priorities

• 🥇 Devin Neal is the top waiver wire priority, with discussions highlighting his potential as a lead running back.
• 🥈 Chris Rodriguez is also a strong consideration, despite a tough matchup, due to his presumed lead back role in many leagues.
• 🥉 Brenton Strange and Dalton Schultz are mentioned as good tight end options available on the waiver wire, potentially filling flex play roles.

Key Running Back Discussion

• 🏈 Devin Neal's usage is debated, noting he was out-carried by Taysom Hill, but his involvement in the passing game with five catches for 43 yards is a significant positive.
• 🏃‍♂️ The Saints' run offense has been struggling, making Neal's involvement in both rushing and receiving crucial for his fantasy value.

Promising Wide Receiver Options

• 🌟 John Metchie is highlighted for his potential staying power and decent target volume in the Jets offense, even with Garrett Wilson's return looming.
• 🚀 Jaden Higgins has impressed and is considered a strong waiver add, though his concussion status and potential absence are noted.
• 📈 DK Metcalf is back on the radar after a strong game, with his snap percentage and target volume in specific games being key indicators.
• 🎯 Jalen Ponder (Dorch) is a favorable option, especially if Mike Evans is out, due to consistent targets and opportunities in a favorable matchup against Tampa Bay.
• 💡 Zay Flowers is also mentioned as a potential target, particularly if Joe Burrow is out for multiple weeks, making him a valuable pickup.

Matchup Considerations and Outlook

• ⚠️ Several of the discussed wide receivers have challenging matchups in the upcoming week, including Zay Flowers at Buffalo, DK Metcalf at Cleveland, and Jaden Higgins at Kansas City.
• 📊 Despite tough upcoming matchups, players like Metchie against Miami and Dorch against the Rams present opportunities.
• 🚫 There are no byes this week, but the general consensus is that the quarterback position is thin unless players like Tua Tagovailoa are available.