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Fantasy Football Week 8 Waiver Wire Adds & Drops: RB, WR, TE, QB Priorities

Fantasy Football TodayOctober 27, 20201h 6min16,922 views
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Waiver Wire Priorities for Week 8

  • 🎯 Michael Hasty is a top priority due to the 49ers' backfield situation and Seattle's weaker run defense.
  • πŸš€ Brandon Aiyuk is highlighted as a strong receiver add for the 49ers.
  • πŸ”‘ Gus Edwards is a priority if Mark Ingram is out, potentially leading the Ravens' backfield.
  • πŸ’‘ Sterling Shepard is a recommended receiver add, expected to move around the Giants' offense.
  • 🏈 Richard Rodgers is a streamer option at tight end with a favorable matchup.

Running Back Analysis: Seattle Seahawks

  • ⚠️ The Seattle backfield is complex due to injuries to Carlos Hyde, Travis Homer, and Chris Carson.
  • πŸ€” DeeJay Dallas is considered a priority by some due to his health, despite previous performance concerns.
  • ❓ There's uncertainty about who will emerge as the lead back, with Hyde and Homer battling injuries and Dallas being a potential option.

Quarterback Streaming Options

  • 🌟 Teddy Bridgewater is a solid streaming option against the Falcons, with a history of success against them.
  • 🧠 Kirk Cousins is a viable streamer against Green Bay, expected to throw frequently due to a weaker Vikings defense.
  • 🏈 Carson Wentz is a top streaming choice with two consecutive 30+ fantasy point games.
  • πŸš€ Tua Tagovailoa is a player to stash, with glowing reviews and potential to be a long-term option.

Wide Receiver and Tight End Deep Dives

  • πŸ“ˆ Greg Ward is a streamer option against Dallas, benefiting from injuries to other Eagles receivers.
  • 🎯 Scott Miller is a potential one-week replacement, but his value may decrease with Antonio Brown's arrival.
  • πŸ’‘ Nelson Agholor has provided consistent non-PPR points and is a viable bye-week replacement.
  • 🌟 Trey Burton is a top tight end streamer and potential rest-of-season option.
  • 🎯 Richard Rodgers is a streamer for Week 8 against Dallas, with Dallas Goedert expected back later.

Waiver Wire Drop List & Other Notes

  • πŸ“‰ Players like Mike Williams, Cam Newton, and Julian Edelman are considered drops due to poor performance or tough matchups.
  • πŸ“ˆ Baker Mayfield showed promise without Odell Beckham Jr., but volume remains a concern.
  • 🌟 Giovanni Bernard, Jamal Williams, and Boston Scott are must-starts if they get the opportunity again.
  • πŸ€” J.K. Dobbins is a hold due to potential increased volume if Mark Ingram is out.
  • 🎯 Cole Kmet's role is expected to grow, with positive feedback from the coaching staff.
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