The Herd with Colin Cowherd FantasyPros - Jake Ciely’s Top 5 Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Targets For Week 8 (Ep. 1784)
Oct 21, 2025
Join Jake Ciely, a fantasy football analyst from The Athletic, as he dives into Week 8 waiver wire gems. He recommends stashing Zonovan Knight despite a crowded backfield. Plus, they discuss Brashard Smith's potential in Kansas City and Malik Washington's upside for the Dolphins. Jake highlights Oronde Gadsden as a tight end to consider and analyzes Kyle Monangai's emerging role with the Bears. Discover which players to target and why stash strategies are crucial this season!
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Stash Bam Knight, Then Trade If Possible
- Pick up Zonovan (Bam) Knight if he's available as a stash even through the bye week.
- Trade him if you can because Trey Benson's return and the split with Michael Carter make long-term value uncertain.
Smith Is A RB3 Upside, Not A Breakout
- Brashard Smith offers RB3 upside in full-PPR if Kareem Hunt is out, not a sudden RB1 breakout.
- Expect limited pass-blocking trust and goal-line work compared to a McKinnon-type role.
Grab Malik Washington If Waddle's Status Worsens
- Add Malik Washington as emergency upside if Tyreek Hill or Jaylen Waddle misses time.
- Monitor injury news closely because Washington's opportunity hinges on multiple Dolphins injuries and personnel changes.