Fantasy Football Week 6 Waiver Wire Targets

Entering week six of the NFL season, the waiver wire (as expected) is starting to become a little thin. Bye weeks are now in full swing which will mean applying greater attention to finding replacements. Finding those players to cover injuries and the byes will be important to obtain those victories. Let’s dive into this week’s edition of waiver wire targets.   

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Quarterbacks:

Teddy Bridgewater (NO) (9%)

We can no longer ignore the head coaching prowess of the Saints Sean Payton, as he is turning Teddy Bridgewater into a household name. Coming off a four touchdown showing verse the Buccaneers, this Saints offense has been no worse for wear without Drew Brees. Taking on a Jacksonville club this week that will again be without Jalen Ramsey, Bridgewater should again be a sound pickup and play.  

Kyle Allen (CAR) (10%)

Granted, the Panthers Kyle Allen hasn’t filled the stat column these past two weeks, he has Carolina rolling in this right direction winning contests. This week taking travel to Tampa Bay could definitely change that perspective. Allen has been fairly effective and could find the endzone multiple times this week. If you are stuck at the position, Allen should show quite well in week six.   

Gardner Minshew (JAX) (25%)

We can’t say enough about what the Jaguars Gardner Minshew has done in relief of Nick Foles. Moving this offense in the right direction while putting up sound fantasy points in the process has been key. Coming off yet another solid contest, Minshew will be tested verse the Saints, but should fare well. Tempering the expectations is wise, as the Jags will face a stout defense in New Orleans. Still if you’re in a pinch, Minshew could give you enough to get by.  

On the Radar:

Case Keenum (WAS) (6%)

Joe Flacco (DEN) (8%)

Sam Darnold (NYJ) (13%)

Davlin Hodges (PIT) (0%)

Colt McCoy (WAS) (1%)

Running Backs:

Adrian Peterson (WAS) (47%)

With the wire extremely thin at the running back position, the Redskins Adrian Peterson has new life this week facing off against the lowly Miami Dolphins. Still available in nearly half of leagues, Peterson should be given the bulk of the workload without Coach Gruden on the sidelines. The game plan for the Skins will be quite vanilla with the interim head coach calling the shots. A better matchup we couldn’t find and Peterson could bring good returns.  

Benny Snell (PIT) (1%)

With news breaking that Jaylen Samuels will be out at least a month with a knee injury, Benny Snell gets lifted up the ranks and should be roster on every team. Now being fully entrenched as the Steelers backup, they will have a solid focus on the run game with now third string quarterback Davlin Hodges behind center. Workload should increase with each passing week.

Elijhaa Penny (NYG) (0%)

With news that Wayne Gallman will miss this Thursday Night contest against the Patriots, third string running back Elijhaa Penny should get first crack at the workload. While this matchup leaves little to be desired, volume will be key in potential fantasy production. The Giants have also signed Jon Hillman off the practice roster in hopes to generate anything on the ground. Nevertheless, this is a desperation play against the mighty Patriots.

Chase Edmonds (ARZ) (4%)

Hearing that the Cardinals star running back David Johnson is dealing with an injury of his own, Chase Edmonds is prime to take on a greater workload this week against a Falcons defense that can’t stop a cold. The Cards looked better last week in their play calls and execution, and we could see Arizona using both backs to help control the clock. Watch the injury report for Johnson as Edmonds could have a very large role.

On the Radar:

Jon Hillman (NYG) (1%)

Ito Smith (ATL) (15%)

Alexander Mattison (MIN) (20%)

Wide Receivers:

Arden Tate (CIN) (21%)

Without the services of the speedy John Ross, the Bengals were forced to integrate Arden Tate in the lineup, and he played admirably last week. Facing off against the Baltimore Ravens defense that has seen its share of struggles in defending the pass this season, Tate isn’t a terrible pickup and potential play this week. While target share will be the greatest concern, Tate has the tools to find the endzone in this offense.

Darius Slayton (NYG) (1%)

The Giants have yet another impressive rookie on their roster, and his name is Darius Slayton. Showing great skill and playmaking ability last week, Slayton is pegged to have a greater role this week and perhaps moving forward. With teammate Sterling Shepard in the concussion protocol and likely set to miss this week’s contest, Slayton sees an uptick. While starting him this week isn’t something we are comfortable to endorse, we could see garbage time points scored late as the Pats will run away with this one early.

Byron Pringle (KC) (1%)

The revolving door of receivers on this Chiefs squad continues to move, Byron Pringle could again have a feature role with Tyreek Hill and Sammy Watkins still unable to play. Pringle saw a great deal of targets last week in relief, and should again be leaned upon if Watkins is unable to suit up. Keep in mind that Patrick Mahomes is dealing with an ankle injury which made him look human on Sunday Night. With that said, taking a shot on any Kansas City pass catcher isn’t a terrible thought.

Zay Jones (OAK) (3%)

With breaking news last night, the Buffalo Bills have traded Zay Jones to the Oakland Raiders in hopes to provide more help in the pass game. Jones is a talented player that had the fortitude of being a possession receiver from back in his college days. Never materializing into anything credible in Buffalo, we could see something transform in Oakland. Jones should be planted as the primary slot presence in this offense and should have a role moving forward. If you can spare the roster space, now is the time to grab Jones as a wait and see, with great potential.   

On the Radar:

Josh Reynolds (LAR) (0%)

Keke Coutee (HOU) (17%)

Preston Williams (MIA) (8%)

DeVante Parker (MIA) (9%)

Ted Ginn (NO) (7%)

Deebo Samuel (SF) (30%)

Tight-Ends:

Gerald Everett (LAR) (11%)

With how the LA Rams adjusted their game plan in the second half of last week’s contest, it’s difficult to not believe that Gerald Everett will continue to have a big role on this team moving forward. Brandin Cooks left last week’s contest due to injury and could very well miss this week’s matchup. With this entire offense struggling to return to high-octane levels, we could see the adjustment to more tight end usage. Everett is a very appealing add this week.   

Cameron Brate (TB) (1%)

As the Bucs OJ Howard continues to be an afterthought in this offense, Cameron Brate again has some value in the redzone. While volume will never be on his side, the potential to snag and steal touchdowns from Mike Evans and Chris Godwin is clearly here. A very risky play each week, Brate has touchdown upside if you’re stuck at the position.  

Geoff Swaim (JAX) (0%)

With news of more injury, the Jaguars lost James O’Shaughnessy to an ACL and will be lost for the season. With how Gardner Minshew has been able to spread the ball around the field, the potential for Geoff Swaim to have a role is real. Swaim lost his role early this offseason but should challenge to get it back starting with this week. It’s difficult to predict how this will shake out, but Swaim should slot in as the teams number one tight end this weekend.  

On the Radar:

Hunter Henry (LAC) (40%)

Chris Herndon (NYJ) (30%)

Ricky Seals-Jones (CLE) (4%)

Noah Fant (DEN) (13%)

Week 5 Defensive Streams:

Dallas Cowboys (55%) – Playing New York Jets

Seattle Seahawks (49%) – Playing Cleveland

Carolina Panthers (46%) – Playing Tampa Bay

Denver Broncos (30%) – Playing Tennessee

Washington Redskins (6%) – Playing Miami

Pittsburgh Steelers (27%) – Playing LA Chargers