Week 11 Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Targets and Injury Updates
Welcome back to another week of fantasy football insights! As we head into Week 11, it’s time to tackle injury updates from Week 10 and set our sights on waiver wire pickups that can make a difference in your lineups. With four teams on bye — Arizona Cardinals, Carolina Panthers, New York Giants, and Tampa Bay Buccaneers — depth and smart waiver moves will be critical.
Week 10 QB Performances: Boom or Bust
Week 10 delivered a mix of spectacular performances and crushing disappointments. Joe Burrow and Ja’Marr Chase ignited the fantasy scoreboard on Thursday night, a performance that left many of us (myself included) scrambling to keep up.
On the flip side, Sunday brought dud performances from notable QBs. Sam Darnold threw three interceptions, and Jared Goff matched that with five — though Goff somehow managed to secure a win.
Week 10 Injury Report
Injuries are always a game-changer, and Week 10 was no exception. Here’s the rundown on key injuries and their potential impacts:
- Chuba Hubbard (CAR RB): Dealing with a recurring knee injury. With the Panthers on a bye, he may return in Week 12.
- Miles Sanders (CAR RB): Suffered a foot injury and was carted off the field. Jonathan Brooks could step up if both Hubbard and Sanders remain sidelined.
- Aaron Jones (MIN RB): Sustained a rib injury but returned to the game. Keep an eye on practice reports.
- Tank Bigsby (JAX RB): Aggravated an existing ankle injury and may target Week 13 for his return.
- Najee Harris (PIT RB): Rolled his ankle and returned, but RBs often miss time with similar injuries. Jaylen Warren gains value if Harris sits out.
- Sam LaPorta (DET TE): Suffered a shoulder injury and didn’t return. Potentially an AC joint sprain, which could sideline him for weeks.
- Dalton Kincaid (BUF TE): Left with a knee injury, briefly returned, and then exited again. Monitor updates to gauge his availability.
Waiver Wire Targets for Week 11
With these injuries and byes, the waiver wire is your best friend this week.
Wide Receivers
- Ricky Pearsall (SF): Available in 63% of leagues. He posted 73 yards and a touchdown in Week 10 and has a favorable matchup against Seattle.
- Elijah Moore (CLE): With 92% availability, Moore has seen a 23% target share. His Week 11 matchup against his QB’s former team, New Orleans, makes him a strong Flex play.
Running Backs
- Audric Estime (DEN): Available in 97% of leagues, Estime emerged as Denver’s lead back with 14 carries in Week 10. His matchups with Atlanta and Las Vegas are enticing.
- Cam Akers (MIN): With Aaron Jones nursing a rib injury, Akers could see increased opportunities. He’s available in 86% of leagues.
Tight Ends
- Dawson Knox (BUF): Available in 99% of leagues, Knox could see increased usage with Dalton Kincaid sidelined. Kansas City’s defense has allowed the second-most fantasy points to TEs this season.
Quarterbacks
- Bo Nix (DEN): Available in 67% of leagues, Nix has been a consistent scorer. With matchups against Atlanta and Las Vegas, he’s a safe streaming option.
- Jameis Winston (CLE): A high-risk, high-reward option at 92% availability. Winston faces his former team, the Saints, in Week 11.
Defenses
- Texans D/ST: Available in 57% of leagues, Houston has a favorable three-game stretch. They rank #6 in sacks and intercepted Goff five times in Week 10.
- Rams D/ST: Available in 79% of leagues, they’ve forced eight turnovers in their last four games and face rookie Drake Maye in Week 11.
Closing Thoughts
Week 11 is shaping up to be a pivotal week for fantasy players, with injuries and bye weeks testing the depth of rosters. As you hit the waiver wire, focus on players with high upside and favorable matchups to give your team a boost.
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