Every week throughout 2024 NFL season, Fan Biased fantasy football specialist Lior Lampert creates a hierarchy of ideal waiver wire receivers. Their rankings will be based on performance, usage, coach conversations, injury news/analysis, stats, upcoming matchups, FAAB value and more. Every player mentioned is available in at least 50 percent of Yahoo’s fantasy leagues.

Week 9 gave us plenty to discuss, including notable highlights from some of the NFL’s most exciting talents. Garrett Wilson may have saved the New York Jets season with a spectacular touchdown performance. Definitely a catch of the year candidate. Days later, Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith returned the favor. breathtaking score own.

Not only did Wilson and Smith rack up style points, but their efforts yielded a top-12 finish in weekly positional fantasy football (excluding Monday Night Football). But more importantly, he lost teammate and on-field partner AJ Brown to a knee injury. While the problem persists Doesn’t seem too worryingManagers should have a backup plan ready.

For anyone looking to fill Brown’s void or bolster their roster via the waiver wire, follow us below. Whatever the reason, these players are largely available in Yahoo’s fantasy leagues.

Xavier Legette Aside from Diontae Johnson, who currently plays for the Baltimore Ravens, he has 13 goals in the last two games. The rookie first-round pick has scored in consecutive contests and looks set to take over his old friend’s role as the Carolina Panthers’ top receiver. He has at least 13 PPR points in back-to-back starts, which is good for a WR25 during that span.

Speaking of taking advantage of a veteran’s departure, Jerry Jeudy He has posted at least 73 receiving yards in each of the last two weeks. He ranks 11th in the NFL in targets over that distance (19). Not only does the trade of Amari Cooper to the Buffalo Bills provide him with additional opportunities, but Jameis Winston at center also elevates the Cleveland Browns offense.

Christian McCaffrey could make his highly anticipated season debut with the San Francisco 49ers in Week 10. Moving back to their offensive focal point will change the dynamic yet rookie receiver. Ricky Pearsall He showed flashes before saying goodbye.

Panthers may change course Adam Thielen momently Ahead of the league’s Nov. 5 trade deadline. Landing in a better situation and offensive environment could make the two-time Pro Bowler fantasy livable. Otherwise, he will likely fill a high-usage role in Carolina. No matter what, the 34-year-old pilot deserves to fly.

Even after posting his worst offensive performance of the year, 39-year-old Joe Flacco is still holding back, says Indianapolis Colts head coach Shane Steichen. will be below the center. So this is only for managers who have staff space to burn, but Anthony Richardson provides a solid speculative contribution. The 2023 No. 4 overall draft pick’s rushing prowess will always make him a fantasy fit despite his inefficiencies as a pitcher.

Dallas Cowboys All-Pro wide receiver CeeDee Lamb suffered an AC joint sprain in Week 9 and will undergo MRI. By the way veteran Brandin Cooks He is eligible to return from injured reserve as soon as the team’s make-or-break contest against the Philadelphia Eagles is completed. There are worse speculative addons than year 11 pro.

Quentin Johnston He had a comeback campaign in 2023 after a disappointing performance as a rookie. He had four catches for 118 yards and a touchdown in Week 9 to finish as the PPR WR7 finisher. Moreover, the Los Angeles Chargers’ sudden change more pass-happy offense It should open things up for the talented 23-year-old.

No tight end has earned more PPR points than this Mike Gesicki Cincinnati Bengals during the last two weeks (excluding MNF). Its production coincided with the absence of Tee Higgins, who was dealing with a quad problem. There’s more TE1 power on the bench, considering the standout receiver doesn’t feel close to returning to form this week.

Hip injury and the San Francisco 49ers’ bye week Jauan Jennings It will be available in 50 percent of Yahoo fantasy leagues. But rest assured, he will step into an important role when he returns to the squad. Former seventh-round pick Brandon Aiyuk should see plenty of opportunity to sit out this year due to an ACL/MCL tear. This may be the last call advanced measurements dear.

Hunter HenryRanked top-10 tight end since rookie signal-caller Drake Maye He was handed the keys to the New England Patriots offense in Week 6. 28 targets It ranks sixth among its positions in this process. The best part about this is that he did it with just one touchdown pass, five catches and 40 yards per game.

As Henry noted, Maye being tapped as the Patriots’ starting quarterback has sparked every New England player’s imagination. This year’s 3rd overall pick has shown the ability to be a long-term franchise and fantasy gunslinger, thanks in part to his mobility. The UNC product averaged 20 fantasy points per game as a starter, excluding the period early in Week 8 when he left due to a concussion.

Bo Nix, QB, Denver Broncos

Bo Nix was mentioned in this episode last week’s column and has since seen Yahoo staff grow by nine percent. Managers are finally starting to take notice of the Denver Broncos’ rookie passer, but it’s still not enough.

Even on a day when Nix failed to score/run and fell short by 36 yards, he still put up 17.7 fantasy points. Yes, because he caught the first score, which is nearly impossible for any quarterback to predict. Still, they’re all the same.

Maybe the eye test scares people away from Nix. After all, it wasn’t always pretty for him and the Broncos. But that doesn’t matter in terms of fantasy, so don’t let it phase you.

Nix has quietly outperformed every other quarterback in nearly every fantasy league for most of the season. For example, he averages more points per game than Patrick Mahomes, Kyler Murray, Kirk Cousins, Jared Goff and Dak Prescott.

Taysom Hill, QB/TE, New Orleans Saints

Staying healthy has been an issue for New Orleans Saints reliever Taysom Hill this season. However, as Footballguys’ Dave Kluge points out, he has proven to be a very good option when on the pitch:

That might not mean much given the state of the situation, but Hill has shown he can be a difference-making fantasy option. Yahoo granted him dual eligibility as both quarterback and tight end; This means savvy managers need to use this to their advantage.

Chris Olave suffered once again terrible concussion. Although his status is uncertain as of the time this article was written, the tea leaves are on his probably set for an absence of several weeks. Thus, Hill became New Orleans’ de facto No. 2 offensive weapon. In other words, we should anticipate several manufactured touches for the foreseeable future.

The Saints deploy Hill in a variety of ways. He’s actually behind their goal line. Additionally, his mix of size, speed, and power allows him to run routes and be used as a receiving option. Moreover, as a college quarterback, New Orleans views the BYU graduate’s arm as a valuable playing asset.

While Hill’s usage and production are difficult to predict on a week-to-week basis, his ceiling is as high as any tight end in fantasy. This is worth pursuing, especially considering that almost no member of the positional group has a reliable base.