Waiver Wire: Week 13
By Adam Helbling:
There are just two weeks until most fantasy post-seasons begin and if you’re on the playoff bubble, you may be in the market for some last minute help. Here’s a look at a half-dozen players that could get you in the money, so to speak.
RB Justin Forsett, Seattle Seahawks – In Forsett’s debut as the Seahawks starting running back he only totaled nine yards rushing on eight carries. Of course he also scored a touchdown and had 80 yards receiving. Sunday he rushed for 130 yards and two touchdowns. The unknown factor with Forsett is what effect the return of Julius Jones will have on his workload. Look for a RBBC, but Forsett has demonstrated to be the most complete and productive back. He is currently available in 50 percent of leagues polled.
RB Jamaal Charles, Kansas City Chiefs – Charles rushed for over six yards per carry last week finishing with 93 yards and a touchdown against the San Diego Chargers. Over the last three weeks he has two touchdowns and is averaging 85 yards rushing a game. Charles is best used as a flex option, but depending on the match-up could serve as a No. 2 running back. He is currently available in half of all leagues polled.
WR Chris Chambers, Kansas City Chiefs – Since joining the Chiefs (four games), Chambers has averaged 80 yards receiving and scored three touchdowns. With Dwayne Bowe out, he should continue to be the team’s go-to receiver. He is best used as a situational starter, but can also provide depth to your roster. He is currently available in half of all leagues polled.
WR Jason Avant, Philadelphia Eagles – Owning a Philadelphia wide receiver is often a hit-and-miss situation. But over the last three weeks Avant either totaled at least 90 yards receiving or scored a touchdown. Avant is best used as an option in deeper leagues, but his 92 yards receiving per game since Week 9 might make him a nice pick-up for depth if you have the space. He is currently available in all leagues polled.
WR Kenny Britt, Tennessee Titans – Britt has moved into a starting role with Justin Gage missing time due to injury. He had his best game of the season this past week against the Arizona Cardinals, posting 128 yards receiving and scoring his second touchdown in two weeks. It is unclear what Britt’s role will be when Gage returns, but for now Britt makes a decent option in deeper leagues. He is currently available in 90 percent of league polled.
TE Zach Miller, Oakland Raiders – Finding fantasy value on the Oakland Raiders can be a trying task. However since Bruce Gradkowski took over the starting role the task is a bit easier. Zach Miller posted 69 yards receiving per game and one touchdown over the last two weeks of the season. Fantasy owners tired of playing tight end roulette each week might be able to settle with Miller for now. He is currently available in over 40 percent of leagues polled.
