Allen Lazard (WR, GB) - Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups

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ANALYSIS: Allen Lazard has been quite a revelation in his second season as a pro considering he only played one game last year as a rookie. The expectations were low but he already has racked up 220 yards on 18 receptions through 10 games for the Packers. His last game in Week 10 broke a four-game streak in which he had logged 42 or more yards and scored 7.2 or more fantasy points with season highs of 65 receiving yards and 16.5 fantasy points in that span.

Lazard has been forced to step up his game due to the Packers injuries during the season, and he has provided average performances to his fantasy owners. He’s not turned into a league winner by any means, but at least he’s done enough as to grant him flex-position consideration given his catching prowess and the scoring upside he brings with him.

The Packers are back from their bye week next Sunday and they will be facing a stout 49ers Defense (sixth-best at defending opposing WRs), so Lazard’s ceiling might be a little limited. Even with that, Lazar should still feature as the WR3/WR4 of Green Bay’s offense and share snaps with Marquez Valdes-Scantling, who has been quite disappointing himself. If you need options for your single or double flex spot then Lazar is always a good addition considering he plays under one of the best passers in the league.