The week is nearly wrapped up, and of course there were another round of injuries. As a result, fantasy managers will be on the lookout for wavier wire additions and replacement options for those injured over the weekend. Here’s a look at a player that is receiving early waiver wire buzz this week along with our advice on how to approach him in your bidding: Alec Pierce.
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Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Targets: Alec Pierce
Alec Pierce (IND): 8% rostered
- Next opponents: JAC, @TEN, WAS
- True value: $5
- Desperate need: $8
- Budget-minded: $3
Analysis: Rookie wide receivers selected outside the first round of the NFL draft rarely hit the ground running from Day 1. Such has been the case for Pierce, who has been splitting routes with Ashton Dulin and Mike Strachan. Parris Campbell (why, I don’t know) and Michael Pittman have been the only full-time receivers for the Colts. This week, FINALLY, the Colts bumped up Pierce’s route run rate to 75%, and he responded by commanding a 21.9% target share. He’s now logged back-to-back games with 80 or more receiving yards. The Colts need another consistent pass catcher to step up opposite Pittman. Pierce could be that guy. He’s 27th in yards per route run, immediately behind D.K. Metcalf and CeeDee Lamb (per PFF, minimum 10 targets). The talent and athletic measurables are real. Pierce’s upcoming schedule is juicy, with a plus matchup
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If you want to dive deeper into fantasy football, be sure to check out our award-winning slate of Fantasy Football Tools as you navigate your season. From our Start/Sit Assistant – which provides your optimal lineup, based on accurate consensus projections – to our Waiver Wire Assistant – that allows you to quickly see which available players will improve your team and by how much – we’ve got you covered this fantasy football season.
