The week is nearly wrapped up, and of course there were another round of injuries and surprising performances. As a result, fantasy football managers will be on the lookout for wavier wire additions and replacement options for those injured over the weekend or just to bolster their lineup moving forward. Here are a few players to consider adding via the fantasy football waiver wire this week. And check out all of our fantasy football waiver wire advice for Week 5.
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Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups to Target
Wan’Dale Robinson (WR – NYG): 49% Rostered
- Next Opponents: @NO, PHI, @DEN
- True Value: $2
- Desperate Need: $4
- Budget-Minded: $1
Analysis: Entering Week 4, Wan’Dale Robinson had two red-zone targets this season. He had a 20% target share, averaging 74.3 receiving yards per game (2.28 yards per route run), with a 29.2% first-read share, per Fantasy Points Data. Robinson had a quiet Week 4, with three grabs and 14 receiving yards against the Chargers, as Jaxson Dart only attempted 20 passes, but Robinson had a 25% target share and dropped a touchdown. Robinson should continue to provide viable Flex value moving forward, with the Giants’ passing volume flowing to Robinson and Darius Slayton now that Malik Nabers is likely done for the year with a torn ACL.
Jaxson Dart (QB – NYG): 23% Rostered
- Next Opponents: @NO, PHI, @DEN
- True Value: $3
- Desperate Need: $5
- Budget-Minded: $1
Analysis: What a debut for Jaxson Dart. Holding down the fort against a previously undefeated Chargers team is a heck of a challenge. Yet, Dart and company managed to come out victorious. What should have fantasy managers excited is that Dart was not afraid to run, especially in the red zone. His next few games present some tricky matchups, but Dart is a good streaming option next week against the Saints. The Giants seem to have some swagger for the first time in a while. Dart could be a useful fantasy starter for the rest of the season, although his passing outlook is somewhat diminished by the loss of star wide receiver Malik Nabers to a torn ACL.
Theo Johnson (TE – NYG): 5% Rostered
- Next Opponents: @NO, PHI, @DEN
- True Value: $1
- Desperate Need: $2
- Budget-Minded: $0
Analysis: Theo Johnson entered Week 4 with a 66.4% route share, a 9.1% target share, 0.58 yards per route run and a 7.7% first-read share, per Fantasy Points Data. His usage is about to get a bump with wide receiver Malik Nabers likely out for the season. In Week 4, Johnson had a 66.3% route share, a 25% target share, 17 receiving yards and a score. Johnson is a fringe streaming option at tight end this week against a Saints defense that has allowed the 14th-most fantasy points per game and 14th-most receiving yards to tight ends.
Successful In-Season Fantasy Football Management
Once your fantasy football team is drafted, the work is not over. Successful in-season management is crucial to a winning fantasy football season. Here are some tips to help you manage your team effectively throughout the season:
Stay up to date on player news
Keep track of player injuries, suspensions, and other news that may impact their performance. This will help you make informed decisions about which players to start each week.
Monitor the waiver wire
Keep an eye on the waiver wire and be ready to pick up players who may be undervalued or overlooked by other teams. This can provide valuable depth to your roster. Use our waiver wire assistant to view optimal lineups, waiver and trade suggestions, and league analysis.
Analyze matchups
Analyze the upcoming matchups for your players and opponents to determine which players to start in your lineup each week. Look for favorable matchups and take into account the strength of the opposing team’s defense.
Stay active in trades
Be open to trading players with other teams if it will benefit your team. Analyze the potential impact of a trade before making a decision and negotiate with other teams to find a mutually beneficial agreement.
Be prepared for bye weeks
Plan ahead for bye weeks by having backup players ready to fill in for your starters. Avoid having too many players with the same bye week, which can leave your team short-handed.
Don’t overreact to one bad week
Avoid overreacting to one bad week of performance by a player. Take a long-term view of their performance and evaluate their potential moving forward.
Continuously evaluate your roster
Continuously evaluate your roster throughout the season and make adjustments as needed. Be willing to drop underperforming players or make changes to your lineup if necessary.
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