Week 12 is in the books and we are a week closer to the fantasy playoffs, it’s time to buckle down and make your run. To help you make that run, the GoingFor2 team has, “The Only Waiver Article You Need for Week 13.”
Embed from Getty ImagesRB Chuba Hubbard (CAR) 48% Rostered
Well, CMC owners can now continue the frustration of owning CMC as he was reportedly in a walking boot after today’s game. While we haven’t received any further regarding the injury, a walking boot is never good. Should CMC miss time, Hubbard will slot in as an high-end volume based RB3 with RB2 upside. Jarred Riccadonna @ricco_3733
RB Alexander Mattison (MIN) 54%
Dalvin Cook suffered a dislocated shoulder and was carted off the field in Week 12. MRI results are pending; however, it’s a safe bet to assume he’s going to miss at least a few weeks if not the rest of the season. In games where Mattison has seen a 45 percent or higher snap share he has finished as the RB7, RB6, RB16, RB46 (oops), RB4, and RB28. That is league-winning production available in 46 percent of leagues. How much FAAB do you have left? Because that’s the amount you should drop for his services. Good luck! Erik Johnson @FantasyBBQ
D/ST Dolphins 32%
Fair warning… I am a Dolphins fan. Also fair warning, I am not a homer. In fact, I routinely see all of the flaws in even their most perfect of plays. However… the defense is playing absolutely lights out right now. It feels like Flores took over the defensive playcalling in that game against Baltimore and since then the defense is totally gelling again. Bringing exotic bltizes, playing tough man-to-man defense, and actually making the plays and turning them into turnovers and sacks.
It was all non-existent a few weeks ago but after completely shutting down a QB in Cam Newton, that we have routinely struggled against, I am ready to commit to them as my starting defense the rest of the way. There is a problem though. They play the Giants next week and then in Week 14 have their bye. The good news if you are in the playoffs? Week 15 vs Jets. Week 16 @ Saints. Week 17 @ Titans. That is a hell of a fantasy playoff schedule. Stash them on your bench now. Kyle Bazin @KyleTheCommish
WR Kendrick Bourne (NE) 20%
Trusting a skill position player from the New England Patriots for fantasy football can be a dicey proposition. However, it’s time to a take a deeper look at wide receiver Kendrick Bourne. Since Week 3, Bourne is WR28 in average fantasy points per game with 13.8 (PPR). During that span, Bourne has also posted three WR1 performances, as well as two other performances in the WR2/WR3 range. Bourne’s latest WR1 performance came this week against the Tennessee Titans as Bourne found the end zone twice.
Beyond Jakobi Meyers, Bourne has been the most dependable second option among the Patriots pass catchers. Despite a Week 14 bye week Bourne is a quality addition for teams looking for a streaming option in Week 13 or depth heading into the fantasy playoffs. Jason Christensen @JayC_DFF
RB Jamaal Williams (DET) 37%
Although mum has been the word in Detroit, RB D’Andre Swift seems to have suffered a shoulder injury in the Thanksgiving loss to the Bears. After replacing Swift, Williams had 15 rushes for 65 yards, while adding 5 receptions(on 5 targets) for 18 yards. As a PSA, Swift is currently listed as day to day. His status for week 13 is currently unknown.
Meanwhile, Williams has had some stand-alone value of his own, currently ranked as the PPR RB43 on the season. In weeks one and three combined, Williams rushed for 96 yards and two touchdowns on 21carries , while adding 10 catches(on 11 targets) for an additional 81 yards. As running back injuries pile up across the league, Williams should be added in a wait and see capacity.
He is a backup option to Alexander Mattison and Chuba Hubbard on the wire, but certainly worth an add until further news is known. Brian Craighead @vandygrad92
WR Josh Reynolds (DET) 4%
Reunited and it feels so good…well maybe not incredible but good. Reynolds is catching passes from his old pal Jared Goff. Reynolds played 88% of the snaps and had 70 yards and a TD. After Swift left hurt in the game, Lions fans need a spark of hope and Reynolds could be it. I could easily see him as a WR 3/4, especially on teams decimated with injuries. Dare my fellow writer Brian and I nominate TWO Lions players..well hell yes we did! Courtney Burrows @luvtractor3
Others to Consider
RB Dontrell Hilliard (TEN)
WR Jauan Jennings (SF)
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RB D’Onta Foreman (TEN)
WR Van Jefferson (LAR)
WR Russell Gage (ATL)
RB Sony Michel (LAR)
TE Gerald Everett (SEA)
TE Cole Kmet (CHI)
QB Taylor Heinicke (WFT)
QB Mac Jones (NE)
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