Injuries hit hard this week, with major names like Deshaun Watson, Brandon Aiyuk, and a scare for rookie Jayden Daniels. But in fantasy, where one door closes, another opens. Here are your waiver wire and trade targets to capitalize on those opportunities!
💥 QB Dorian Thompson-Robinson (DTR)
The 2nd-year QB has a real shot to start over Jameis Winston in Cleveland. While Winston might give the Browns a better chance to win now, DTR—a 5th-round developmental pick—was first up when Watson went down. He also got hurt, opening the door for Winston, but if you’re thin at QB, Thompson-Robinson is worth a speculative add. He’s got long-term upside if he gets more snaps.
Dorian Thompson-Robinson dials his own number 💪pic.twitter.com/k7oTnmfskJ
— Browns Nation (@BrownsNationCP) October 20, 2024
💥 RB Tyler Goodson
With Jonathan Taylor sidelined, most expected Trey Sermon to take the reins, but Tyler Goodson shocked everyone with 14 carries, a TD, and a finish as RB19 for the week! The 3rd-year undrafted back out of Iowa looked solid, and while it’s not guaranteed he keeps this role, Goodson could be an unexpected dynasty value. Definitely a name to watch and potentially grab if you’re RB-thin.
💥 WR Cedric Tillman
I’ll admit it—I dropped Cedric Tillman in a couple of my dynasty leagues. Oops. With Amari Cooper traded, Tillman has been thrust into the spotlight, and he delivered with 8 catches for 81 yards, finishing as WR11 for the week! The 2nd-year WR out of Tennessee could be a diamond in the rough, and if he’s on your waiver wire, don’t hesitate—scoop him up!
Cedric Tillman has the rare elite traits of a true alpha WR. His body control and box out ability is top notch.
— Elite Drafters (@Elite_Drafters) April 19, 2023
Massive upside as a redzone target (think DeVante Adams) and looks to be the full package. I don’t get why he’s being faded. pic.twitter.com/P81D1QaI1c
💥 TE JaTavion Sanders
Yes, the Panthers are a mess. But JaTavion Sanders is a potential dynasty gem amid the chaos. Sanders put up 6 catches for 61 yards, one of the few bright spots for Carolina’s struggling offense. While he’s not an every-week starter yet, Sanders is definitely roster-worthy as a long-term play. If you’re looking for TE depth, give him a look.
💥 IDP LB Malcolm Rodriguez
Malcolm Rodriguez is a safety-turned-linebacker in his 3rd year out of Oklahoma State, and he’s starting to make waves in Detroit’s strong defense. With Derrick Barnes sidelined, Rodriguez stepped in and logged 5 tackles and a sack, finishing as LB11 for the week. While he may go back to the bench once Barnes returns, Rodriguez has shown that he can deliver. He’s young, talented, and worth stashing in IDP leagues.
🏆 Go grab these players and secure those dynasty wins!
