Sam Sherman, a fantasy football expert and contributor, joins to break down the Week 9 waiver wire landscape. He highlights Cedric Tillman's impressive stats with the Browns and considers his potential impact, especially if Jameis Winston takes the helm. The duo explores intriguing prospects like Elijah Moore and Jalen Coker, while also providing strategic insights on emerging running backs like Blake Corum. Defensive matchups for the week are analyzed, along with tips for optimizing fantasy rosters as the season heats up.
Cedric Tillman is emerging as a key fantasy option, demonstrating strong performances that make him worth a 25% budget allocation on waivers.
Jameis Winston is gaining recognition as a streaming quarterback, particularly for deeper leagues, due to favorable upcoming matchups despite tougher defenses.
Deep dives
Cedric Tillman's Rising Potential
Cedric Tillman has emerged as a significant fantasy football option, showing impressive performance in recent games. He recorded seven receptions for 99 yards and two touchdowns, achieving a notable 24% target share. His size and ability to make contested catches have made him a reliable target, particularly in a passing offense that leans on his strengths. Analysts suggest he could be worthy of a 25% budget allocation on waiver wires, indicating his potential as a crucial wide receiver in fantasy formats.
Jameis Winston's Streamer Viability
Jameis Winston’s status as a streaming quarterback is gaining traction, especially with upcoming matchups that could favor his style of play. While he faces tougher defenses, his strong arm and ability to push the ball downfield make him an attractive option. Analysts note that he has provided opportunities for wide receivers like Tillman to succeed, indicating his effectiveness in a high-volume passing game. Despite some upcoming tough matchups, he is expected to be a viable option in deeper leagues for those who need quarterback support.
Xavier Leggett's Upside Amid Injuries
Xavier Leggett is positioned to potentially benefit from Deontay Johnson’s expected trade, making him a name to watch for fantasy managers. With Johnson likely leaving Carolina, Leggett could step into a more significant role, showcasing his abilities as a deeper threat. Despite being underutilized so far, there is optimism about his performance in the coming weeks, especially if he earns a starting spot. Analysts encourage snagging him off waiver wires as a speculative play with potential upside.
Ray Davis as a Running Back Stash
Ray Davis has shown potential to be a valuable running back stash due to his limited ownership and productive outings. After getting a substantial workload when James Cook was unavailable, he established himself as a high-contingency player worth considering for fantasy lineups. His performance has been promising enough to suggest that he could fill in admirably if called upon again. Analysts recommend considering him over other higher-owned running backs, making him a smart addition for those in need of depth in their rosters.
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0:00 2024 Fantasy Football Waiver Wire for NFL Week 9
0:17 Cedric Tillman (&Jameis?)
6:17 Xavier Legette
9:23 Ray Davis
10:36 Blake Corum & Kimani Vidal
13:13 SICKOS DEFENSES
15:07 Deep Adds - WR
20:37 Deep Adds - RB
23:34 Deep Adds - QB
26:35 Deep Adds - TE
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