Fantasy Fives: Waiver Wire Pick-ups for Week 3

1. Jason Snelling – We mentioned Snelling as a top fantasy performer in Week 2 so it’s a given that he’s our #1 waiver wire pick-up going into Week 3. Michael Turner is expected to be fine for this week’s huge showdown with the Saints, but the Falcons are going to need as much firepower as possible to win in New Orleans. I like Snelling as a strong flex play this week and security for Turner moving forward.

2. Mike Tolbert – Tolbert filled in admirably for rookie Ryan Mathews (ankle), rushing 16 times for 82 yards and two touchdowns in a 38-13 win over the Jags. While it is believed that Mathews will be ready to go against the Seahawks in Week 3, Tolbert is a must handcuff for Mathews owners and will continue to receive red zone carries.

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Fantasy Fives: Waiver Wire Pick-ups

Brandon Jackson - The season-ending ankle injury to Ryan Grant thrusts Jackson into the spotlight as the Packers’ new featured back. A tough blow for Grant owners, but Jackson should put up comparable numbers in an offense that is clearly centered around Aaron Rodgers and the passing game. Jackson should be a decent RB2/flex play moving forward.

Michael Vick - Kevin Kolb owners, pay attention. Vick stepped in for the concussed Kolb Sunday and looked like the superstar he was before being his off-the-field issues. Head coach Andy Reid has already made it clear that Kolb will be the starter once he’s healthy, but what happens if Vick dazzles this week in a favorable match-up against the Detroit Lions? At worst, Vick is a must-start in Week 2 as Kolb isn’t even slated to practice until Friday. But something tells me that Vick may not let Reid put him back on the bench.

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Walking the Waiver Wire – 4 Guys to Consider

Here are this week’s top free agents, depending on your league size:

Vince Young (Tennessee Titans – QB) – Young is finally showing flashes of why the Titans made him a top 10 pick. He is cutting down on the mistakes that have plagued him early on in his career. His 387 yard passing effort had to be a surprise to all of those watching, including myself. He is the #8 fantasy QB in standard scoring leagues over the past three weeks – ahead of household names such as Phillip Rivers and Tony Romo. He has a couple solid matchups coming down the line and could be a valuable asset as the Colts, Saints and Vikings sit their stud QB’s.

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Walking the Waiver Wire: 3 Guys to Consider

Here are this week’s top free agent pickups, depending on your league size:

Jason Snelling (Atlanta Falcons – RB) – With starter Michael Turner going down with the dreaded high ankle sprain, Snelling will have the opportunity to step up for the Falcons. Last week, he performed more than adequately by putting up 93 yards and a touch vs. Carolina. Even though this week’s matchup vs. the Giants isn’t a favorable one, expect 20 or so carries and a possible touchdown. Typically, the type of injury … Continue Reading

Walking the Waiver Wire: 3 Guys to Consider

Here are three players that may be available in your league, depending on roster sizes:

Ladell Betts (Washington Redskins – RB) – I realize that the Redskins are struggling as an offense. If Clinton Portis couldn’t do it, why would Ladell Betts be able to? Well, as I have mentioned in previous articles, to have a starting running back on your roster that has no competition for carries is rare these days. As long as Portis is out, you have think about giving Betts a start, but only based on his matchups. Last week against the Falcons after Portis was concussed, Betts played well with 15 carries for 70 yards and a touchdown and one catch for 23 yards.  Look for Betts to get 20+ carries this week vs. the Broncos.

Betts: Waiver pick 7 or higher (long term) or good fill in this week if you have injury/bye (short term)

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Walking the Waiver Wire – 3 Guys to Consider

Here are this week’s top waiver wire pick-ups for Week 8 depending on league size:

Shonn Green (New York Jets – RB) – With Leon Washington going down in Week 7, the talented rookie from Iowa will finally get his chance to shine. The Jets, with one of the best offensive lines in football, will continue to pound the ball as they protect rookie QB Mark Sanchez from making mistakes. They will only play one team who ranks in the top 10 vs. the run for the remainder of the year.  If Green gets Washington’s 10-15 carries a game, he will be a strong flex play moving forward.

Green: Worth waiver pick 1 and up

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Walking the Waiver Wire – 4 Guys to Consider

Here are this week’s top waiver wire pick-ups for Week 7 depending on league size:

Michael Crabtree – (San Francisco 49ers – WR)– Remember this guy? Crabtree, only a couple weeks after signing, has been thrusted into the starting lineup by Mike Singletary. Either Mike has gone crazy, the 49ers current receivers are really that bad, or this dude has got talent. While this is Frank Gore’s team, Crabtree may have some talent as a WR3 on your team, depending on the looks he is getting from Shaun Hill. Add Crabtree if you can but don’t expect much production for a couple weeks.

Crabtree: Worth waiver pick 7 and up

Lance Moore – (New Orleans Saints – WR) – A few weeks ago I said to pick this guy up. After his strong Week 6 performance, it may be too late for you. He looked to be on the same page with Drew Brees all game, hauling in six catches for 78 yards and a touchdown. Moore has a chance to be the NFC’s version of Wes Welker, playing in a high octane offense with the best QB in the league.

Moore: Worth waiver pick 3 and up  

Mike Bell – (New Orleans Saints – RB) – He’s bacccckkkk and ready to frustrate Pierre Thomas owners. Bell took over in garbage time against the Giants in Week 6, amassing 15 carries for 34 yards and a touchdown.  If the injury prone Thomas was to go down again, Bell would take over and possibly never look back. He is a must handcuff.

Bell: Worth waiver pick 5 and up

Laurence Maroney – (New England Patriots – RB) – As I write this I’m thinking to myself, “Am I really writing this?”  One of the bigger fantasy busts this season has been the dreadlocked one, Laurence Maroney. Regardless, 2009 is the year of the RBBC and if someone is actually getting 15-20 carries a game, they have to be on your roster. It’s uncertain how serious Sammy Morris’ injury is so picking up Maroney could be pointless if he is back in Week 7. With Billy B, you just won’t know until game time.

 Maroney: Worth waiver pick 4 and up.

Walking the Waiver Wire: 3 Guys to Consider

Here are this week’s top free agents that could be available in your league, depending on roster sizes:

Jerome Harrison (Cleveland Browns – RB) – With Jamal Lewis sitting Week 4 out with a pulled hammy, Jerome Harrison got the start for the offensively challenged Brownies.  With no competition for carries since pre-season darling James Davis got put on IR, Harrison got 34 touches and produced 156 yards.  In the new world of RBBC’s, it’s refreshing to see someone get 25 plus carries a game, regardless of his skill … Continue Reading