As the NFL season enters into Week 7, fantasy football managers are constantly scouring the waiver wire for potential breakout players to add to their rosters. With injuries, bye weeks, and underperforming players, the waiver wire can be a goldmine for fantasy owners looking to improve their teams.
According to the Sports Gambling Podcast Network (SGPN), here are the 10 most added players on the Week 7 waiver wire:
1. J.D. McKissic, RB, Washington Football Team: McKissic emerged as a valuable fantasy asset in Week 6, recording six catches for 46 yards and a touchdown. With Antonio Gibson dealing with a shin injury, McKissic could see an increased workload in the coming weeks.
2. Tee Higgins, WR, Cincinnati Bengals: The rookie wideout has quickly become a favorite target of Joe Burrow, racking up 16 receptions for 214 yards and two touchdowns over the past two games. Higgins has a favorable matchup against the Cleveland Browns in Week 7.
3. Boston Scott, RB, Philadelphia Eagles: With Miles Sanders sidelined with a knee injury, Scott is set to take over as the lead back for the Eagles. Scott had a breakout game in Week 6, rushing for 46 yards and a touchdown while adding three receptions for 46 yards.
4. Travis Fulgham, WR, Philadelphia Eagles: Fulgham has been a revelation for the Eagles, catching 10 passes for 152 yards and a touchdown in Week 5. With injuries to DeSean Jackson and Alshon Jeffery, Fulgham has emerged as the top target for Carson Wentz.
5. Preston Williams, WR, Miami Dolphins: Williams had a breakout game in Week 5, hauling in four receptions for 106 yards and a touchdown. With Tua Tagovailoa set to take over as the Dolphins’ starting quarterback, Williams could have even more opportunities to shine.
6. Christian Kirk, WR, Arizona Cardinals: Kirk has been on fire over the past two games, catching nine passes for 123 yards and three touchdowns. With DeAndre Hopkins commanding attention from opposing defenses, Kirk has capitalized on his opportunities.
7. Richard Rodgers, TE, Philadelphia Eagles: With Zach Ertz and Dallas Goedert sidelined with injuries, Rodgers has stepped up as the Eagles’ top tight end. Rodgers had six receptions for 85 yards and a touchdown in Week 6 and could see more targets in the coming weeks.
8. La’Mical Perine, RB, New York Jets: Perine saw an increased workload in Week 6, rushing for 27 yards and a touchdown while adding two receptions for 16 yards. With Le’Veon Bell released by the Jets, Perine could see more opportunities in the backfield.
9. Tim Patrick, WR, Denver Broncos: Patrick has emerged as a reliable target for the Broncos, catching nine passes for 113 yards and a touchdown in Week 6. With Courtland Sutton out for the season, Patrick is set to see more targets from quarterback Drew Lock.
10. D’Ernest Johnson, RB, Cleveland Browns: With Nick Chubb sidelined with a knee injury, Johnson stepped up in Week 4, rushing for 95 yards on 13 carries. Johnson could see an increased role in the Browns’ offense alongside Kareem Hunt.
Fantasy football managers looking to improve their teams should consider adding these players to their rosters before they become popular waiver wire targets. With injuries and bye weeks piling up, having depth on your bench could prove to be the key to fantasy success in Week 7 and beyond.