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Fantasy Sleepers are lesser-rostered players who can make an impact this week or later in the season. Whether you’re looking for a player to beat your league to on the waiver wire or someone to insert into your lineup this week, I’ve got you covered.
(NOTE: ALL PLAYERS ARE AVAILABLE IN AT LEAST 70-PERCENT OF LEAGUES. ROSTER PERCENTAGE LISTED)
Quarterbacks
Drake Maye – New England (15-percent)
The top streaming option at the QB position this week. Drake Maye passed for three TDs in New England’s Week 6 loss to Chicago and added 38 rushing yards—the most on the team. Maye is big, athletic, has a strong arm, and a willingness to run. This is a no-brainer addition for fantasy managers. It also helps that the Patriots will likely be in comeback mode every week, giving Maye plenty of garbage-time opportunities.
Daniel Jones – New York Giants (19-percent)
Daniel Jones gets Malik Nabers back, giving him a chance for a big bounce-back game against Philadelphia. The Eagles just squeaked out a 20-16 win over Cleveland. MetLife will be rocking, setting the stage for an NFC East upset. Jones struggled in Week 6, but had some solid moments earlier this season.
Running Backs
Ray Davis – Buffalo (30-percent)
Ray Davis is at least a stash and can be considered a gut-shot flex play. With James Cook returning, Davis likely moves back into a handcuff role. However, there’s a chance Davis has earned a 65-35 split due to his strong play in Buffalo’s big win over the New York Jets.
Isaac Guerendo – San Francisco (26-percent)
Isaac Guerendo‘s explosiveness is undeniable, as evidenced by his 76-yard burst late in the fourth quarter of San Francisco’s win over Seattle. There are lukewarm feelings about using him, even if Jordan Mason misses time. I get it—it’s a boom-or-bust play. But he still gives you access to one of the league’s best offenses. If Mason plays, Guerendo is a stash. If Mason misses…what’s your risk tolerance?
Sean Tucker – Tampa Bay (18-percent)
Do you walk away from a heater at the blackjack table? The Buccaneers are going with the hot hand this week against Baltimore. Sean Tucker, the NFC Offensive Player of the Week for Week 6, finished with 192 combined yards and two TDs.
Rachaad White returns this week, so Tucker will compete with White and Bucky Irving (105 combined yards and a TD last week) in a key matchup. Todd Bowles has said the Bucs will ride the hot hand at RB. Tucker is a must-stash player but also an upside flex option for the bold.
Trey Benson – Arizona (18-percent)
James Conner is banged up, but will play, though Trey Benson could see extra work. This is more of a stash than a stream, but if Conner misses time, Benson would slot in as an RB2.
Blake Corum – LA Rams (16-percent)
Blake Corum is the handcuff to roster and one of the more valuable ones widely available. The Sean McVay offense is ideal for RBs. If Kyren Williams were to miss time, Corum would instantly be a top-15 play. Stash him everywhere.
Kimani Vidal – LA Chargers (14-percent)
Kimani Vidal flashed in limited action last week with four carries, two catches, 40 yards, and a TD. With Gus Edwards on IR and JK Dobbins leading the backfield, Vidal has contingent upside. If Dobbins were to miss time, Vidal could be a league winner.
Tyler Goodson – Indianapolis (10-percent)
Tyler Goodson is a solid streaming option this week with Jonathan Taylor out again (so much for that “mild” high ankle sprain).
Over the last two games, Goodson has posted 57 combined yards and three catches. He’s shown more juice than Trey Sermon, who’s also banged up. Goodson is worth a start as a flex or RB2 this week.
D’Ernest Johnson – Jacksonville (8-percent)
With Travis Etienne a game-time decision, D’Ernest Johnson could be in line for a role in a split backfield with Tank Bigsby. If Etienne misses, Bigsby likely gets most of the work, but Johnson will still be involved.
Jaylen Wright – Miami (9-percent)
With De’Von Achane and Raheem Mostert playing, Jaylen Wright stays on your bench. However, both backs have been banged up this season, giving Wright stash value as the next man up. Wright’s best performance came in Week 5.
Emmanuel Wilson (9-percent) and Marshawn Lloyd (5-percent) – Green Bay
Both are stashes. If Jacobs misses time, Emanuel Wilson steps in. MarShawn Lloyd should return this season and has the talent to work his way into the backfield if he stays healthy.
Tight Ends
Hunter Henry – New England (29-percent)
This week’s top streaming option. Jacksonville was shredded by Cole Kmet last week, and Hunter Henry scored in Drake Maye‘s debut. This one’s straightforward.
Colby Parkinson – LA Rams (20-percent)
Yes, I talk about Colby Parkinson a lot, but he deserves it. With 20 targets over the last two weeks, he’s been a focal point—though that volume may dip with Cooper Kupp back. The Rams offense could take a step forward, making Parkinson a high-upside stash.
Zach Ertz – Washington (29-percent)
Zach Ertz posted a season-high 68 yards in Week 6’s loss to Baltimore. He’s a high-end TE2 this week against Carolina’s leaky defense.
Noah Fant – Seattle (29-percent)
Noah Fant has two games with six catches and 60-plus yards in his last four. Seattle’s matchup with Atlanta could be high-scoring, making Fant a solid streaming option.
Ja’Tavion Sanders – Carolina (1-percent)
Ja’Tavion Sanders has 12 targets and eight receptions over the past two games. With Tommy Tremble questionable and Diontae Johnson possibly out, Sanders could see significant work again.
Grant Calcaterra – Philadelphia (0-percent)
With Dallas Goedert ruled out, Grant Calcaterra stepped up with four catches for 67 yards last week. He’s a solid add in TE premium leagues.
Wide Receivers
Alec Pierce – Indianapolis (23-percent)
Starting Alec Pierce is like riding a motorcycle in the rain at 125 mph—thrilling but risky. However, Pierce has shown chemistry with Anthony Richardson. It’s a dart throw, but with Pierce, all it takes is one play to hit big.
Michael Wilson – Arizona (17-percent)
One of the best streaming options. Michael Wilson has either a TD or 60-plus yards in three of his last four games. With Marvin Harrison Jr. still in concussion protocol, Wilson could see his highest usage of the season.
Jalen Tolbert – Dallas (22-percent)
If Jalen Tolbert was dropped, pick him up. Dallas was crushed by Detroit, but Tolbert has been solid.
Rashod Bateman – Baltimore (14-percent)
Rashod Bateman‘s trending up, posting 15.8 and 11.1 points in his last two games. His snaps are nearly identical to Zay Flowers.
Xavier Legette – Carolina (19-percent)
With Diontae Johnson dealing with a rib injury, Xavier Legette could have an increased role.
The rookie is coming off back-to-back games with TDs (though he played limited snaps in Week 5 due to injury). Washington has been generous to WRs.
Jordan Whittington – LA Rams (8-percent)
Jordan Whittington had 13 catches on 18 targets heading into the Rams’ Bye. Even with Kupp back, he’s worth a stash.
Greg Dortch – Arizona (5-percent)
A potential dart throw if the Rams focus on Wilson and McBride.
Tre Tucker – Las Vegas (10-percent)
Tre Tucker has struggled recently, but with Jakobi Meyers out and Davante Adams traded, he could be worth a shot.
Elijah Moore – Cleveland (1-percent)
A contrarian streaming option if Jerry Jeudy doesn’t see a target bump with Amari Cooper gone.
Ray-Ray McCloud – Atlanta (20-percent)
A deep-league dart throw in a potential shootout.
Noah Brown – Washington (2-percent)
Noah Brown saw a season-high eight targets in the loss to Baltimore. Though he hasn’t cracked 60 yards or scored yet, he’s a stash candidate to monitor for increased usage.
See Theo’s Waiver Wire pickups for Week 7: Week 7 Waiver Wire: Must-Add Players, Deep Sleepers & Top 10 Overall Additions | Fantasy Football 2024
