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Week 4 Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups - Free Agent Adds Include Geno Smith, Sam Darnold, Bucky Irving, Braelon Allen, Quentin Johnston, Josh Downs

Quentin Johnston - Fantasy Football Rankings, Draft Sleepers, NFL Injury News

Rob's Week 4 fantasy football waiver wire pickups, adds and sleepers to target for 2024. His top waiver wire adds for Week 4 at RB, WR, TE, QB, K and D/ST.

The injuries continue to pile up. NFL passing games continue to falter. It's been an odd (and frustrating) start to the 2024 NFL season. Fantasy managers are likely already scouring the waiver wire for upgrades and injury placements, disappointed with what they're finding. Despite the number of injuries, we have yet to have a strong waiver wire week.

This week's edition doesn't have any truly exciting names either, but there are some quality players fantasy managers can add to their benches to improve their teams' overall depth. The tight end position continues to be a wasteland, and injuries to Trey McBride won't help matters. Unfortunately, there don't seem to be any strong alternatives.

Our rosters should never stay stagnant. There's almost always a spot on our roster that we can improve, and this article aims to help you identify who that upgrade can be. If you want to take advantage of our great premium tools, please use promo code "BOOM" to receive a 10% discount.

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Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Parameters

A few rules before we get started. Every league is different. Different roster formats. Different roster sizes. That makes this one of the more challenging articles because every league’s waiver wire can look dramatically different.

Even what host site you use matters. ESPN has rankings that are different from those of Yahoo!, which have rankings that are different from those of CBS or NFL, and all of that impacts which players are drafted or not drafted. This year, we’ll be using ESPN’s roster percentages.

The vast majority of players use ESPN. It’s a simple numbers game. We’ll only identify quarterbacks and tight ends with a roster percentage of less than 55%. For running backs and receivers, that number will drop to 45%. We won’t be diving into defenses and kickers too much, but I’ll identify a few streamers to target at those positions each week with a roster percentage below 60%.

Each position will be arranged based on who you should prioritize first at that position. In an attempt to cater to leagues of all sizes, you will see many players listed at each position, but remember, they're arranged in the order in which you add them. Hopefully, this makes the article relevant to even those playing in deep 12-team leagues or 14-team leagues.

 

Quarterbacks - Fantasy Football Waiver Wire for Week 4

Geno Smith, Seattle Seahawks - 27.8% Rostered

If you need a quarterback, Smith needs to be a priority add. He looks like he could very well be a top-12 quarterback this season. Over the past two weeks, Smith has attempted 78 passes and has thrown for 616 yards.

This new look Seattle offense under offensive coordinator Ryan Grubb is predicated on attacking defenses downfield, and with receivers like D.K. Metcalf, Tyler Lockett, and Jaxon Smith-Njigba, the Seahawks have the arsenal to be very effective.

In Week 4, Seattle will face off against the Lions, who have one of the best run defenses in the NFL. If Seattle wishes to move the ball, they'll likely have to attack the Lions through the air. Not only that, but this game should have one of the higher implied point totals next week and could very well be a shoot-out. He'll be a top-12 starter in Week 4.

Sam, Darnold, Minnesota Vikings - 16.2% Rostered

If you can't get your hands on Smith, it's hard to continue to ignore what Darnold has done through three weeks. He's currently the QB6 this week, with the Sunday Night Football game left to be scored. He was the QB4 in Week 2 and the QB14 in Week 1. He currently ranks QB4 on the season with a 19.3 PPG average.

He already has eight touchdowns through eight games, a rate likely to regress in the coming weeks. However, Kevin O'Connell has employed one of the best passing offenses in the NFL, which has continued with Darnold.

With Justin Jefferson, Jordan Addison (likely will be back in Week 4), Jalen Nailor, and (eventually) T.J. Hockenson, Darnold has a lot of pass-catchers at his disposal. Not to mention one of the best play-callers in the NFL.

Jared Goff, Detroit Lions - 53.0% Rostered

The 2024 Detroit offense just is not clicking like the 2023 version did. They've struggled in the red zone, and Goff has been averaging just 11.6 PPG through three weeks. He has yet to score 15 points in a single game, and this past weekend was the first game where he eclipsed 12 points; he finished with 14.56.

In Week 4, Detroit will play the Seahawks, and then they'll be on a bye in Week 5. The game against the Seahawks will likely have one of the highest implied point totals, making Goff a quality streamer. However, he's balled the past two seasons and has yet to finish as a top-12 quarterback.

He's best viewed as a strong QB2 and a great streamer in quality matchups. Seattle has two strong cornerbacks, but Detroit has enough weapons to put up points.

Justin Fields, Pittsburgh Steelers - 24.1% Rostered

Starting out the season 3-0 should give Fields some breathing room as Pittsburgh’s starting quarterback. It would be awfully difficult to go back to Russell Wilson with the way Fields is playing, so I wouldn’t worry too much about that. Fields is a dependable QB2 who still possesses a high weekly ceiling.

Pittsburgh has reined him in and eliminated the negative plays, which is a great thing. However, he’s also not running as much and the big plays have decreased, as well. Still, Fields is averaging over nine carries per game and 30 rushing yards per game, putting him on pace to finish with over 500 yards. That gives him a nice floor and a top-10 weekly ceiling when the touchdowns hit. As he gets more comfortable in a new offense, he could get even better as the season rolls along.

Trevor Lawrence, Jacksonville Jaguars - 40.2% Rostered

I'm not quite ready to give up on my Lawrence experiment for 2024. From Weeks 10-17 in 2022, he averaged 21.0 PPG and was QB5 during this stretch. From Weeks 11-17 this past season, he averaged 21.5 PPG and was QB6. He's shown us elite upside in the past. He also has a sneaky rushing upside. He had 45 rushing yards in Week 2.

Lawrence had a touchdown overturned in Week 2, which would have given him 17.5 points against a strong Cleveland defense. His Week 3 matchup against Buffalo is not fantasy-friendly, and he may struggle tonight. However, in Week 4, he plays against the Texans, who have allowed the most fantasy points to opposing quarterbacks through three weeks.

In Week 5, he'll face off against the Colts, who are in the top 10 in most points allowed to quarterbacks this season. He has two plus matchups coming up in Weeks 4 and 5. If he doesn't come through there, I'll admit defeat

Others to Consider: Deshaun Watson, Cleveland Browns - 29.7% Rostered, Kirk Cousins, Atlanta Falcons - 52.5% Rostered

 

Running Backs - Fantasy Football Waiver Wire for Week 4

Bucky Irving, Tampa Bay Buccaneers - 32.8% Rostered

Irving needs to be added in almost every league. Through three weeks, Irving has been far more effective running the ball than the starter, Rachaad White. White won't just be sent to the bench, but Irving will continue to get more work as long as he's more efficient than White. The coaches will not have a choice.

White came into Week 3 nursing a groin injury but still played 42 of the team's 57 snaps. Irving played just 18, but despite the drastic difference in playing time, Irving still finished with more rushing attempts.

White remains the preferred option in the passing game, but Irving may make this a full-blown committee by the end of the season. On top of potentially playing himself into having standalone value, Irving is one of the best handcuffs available in fantasy football. If White were to miss time, Irving would be ranked as a top-12 back.

Braelon Allen, New York Jets - 28.0% Rostered

Allen has played himself into a legit role behind superstar Breece Hall. He's coming off games of 14 and nine touches, which includes five receptions. Even if we eliminate the two touchdowns he scored in Week 2, Allen would have still scored over seven half-PPR points in back-to-back weeks.

That's nothing to get excited about, but it means he's not merely a handcuff. He should be valued as an RB4 with RB2 upside whenever he finds the end zone. If Hall were to miss time, Allen would be a top-10 option.

Allen is the perfect kind of player to have on your bench. He's someone who, in a pinch, can be started and be a dependable spot starter, but he's also someone who has elite upside in certain situations. Allen is likely a better spot starter in games where the Jets should be ahead on the scoreboard, and based on how they've played the past two weeks, fantasy managers should expect the Jets to play with a lead often.

Rico Dowdle, Dallas Cowboys - 37.4% Rostered

Dowdle seemed to take control of the Dallas backfield this past weekend. He played 37 snaps to Elliott's 15. He ran 18 routes to Zeke's five and had eight carries to Elliott's three. Dowdle will likely be ranked as a weekly RB3 if this utilization continues. However, Elliott may remain the primary goal-line back, limiting Dowdle's weekly upside.

Dowdle may have a slightly higher weekly value than the following few names on this list, but if Elliott were to miss time, Dowdle's value would increase. He's not as talented as Bigsby, Allgeier, or Benson, but he does play for a top-10 offense that has one of the better offensive lines. If Dallas ever fully commits to Dowdle, he could be a volume-dependent RB3 with RB2 upside when he finds paydirt.

Tank Bigsby, Jacksonville Jaguars - 6.2% Rostered

Bigsby was injured early in Week 2 on a kickoff return and did not return. He did not play a single snap on offense. In Week 1, however, he had 12 carries for 73 yards. During Week 1, Bigsby looked like he would be a regular part of their offense. He's expected to return to action tonight and should continue to see 8-12 touches per game.

That kind of volume will give him RB4 value every week, similar to Braelon Allen. Etienne fumbled in Week 2 at the goal line, which could lead to Bigsby getting more looks near the end zone. If that happened, Bigsby's standalone value would increase.

We're working off a small sample for Bigsby, but based on his Week 1 performance and Etienne through the 2024 season, Bigsby has been the more efficient runner. Etienne seems to have a strong hold on the pass-catching role out of the backfield, but Bigsby has the potential to make this more of a committee than we saw last year.

Bigsby's having RB4 value weekly on top of his top-15 contingency value if Etienne were to miss time would make him a strong addition to the waiver wire.

Tyler Allgeier, Atlanta Falcons - 44.9% Rostered

Bijan Robinson has been dominating snaps, routes, and touches to begin the 2024 season, and last night against the Chiefs was no different. At this time, Allgeier is nothing more than a handcuff. However, he is one of the better handcuffs in fantasy football.

As a rookie, Allgeier had 1,174 scrimmage yards before Robinson's arrival and four touchdowns. He's shown he can play at this level and be successful. Atlanta is a quality offense, and they employ a strong offensive line. If Robinson misses time, Allgeier will be a weekly top-20 running back. That contingency value makes a strong waiver wire add.

Trey Benson, Arizona Cardinals - 36.9% Rostered

Like Allgeier, Benson has very little weekly value. He has just 18 touches through three weeks, and 12 came in during Week 2. That makes it impossible for him to start in any capacity. However, if James Conner misses any time, he is a solid bet to be Arizona's workhorse running back.

Conner has never played an entire season across seven seasons. Over the last two years in Arizona, he's missed eight total games (four in 2022 and four in 2023). Not that we should ever be betting on injuries or trying to predict them, but given Conner's history, it seems likely that Benson will get at least a spot start or two at some point this season.

Cam Akers, Houston Texans - 35.0% Rostered

If you're desperate for a running back, add Akers ahead of Bigsby, Allgeier, and Benson. That's because it seems likely that Akers will get at least one more spot start in Week 4. Joe Mixon suffered what is believed to be a high-ankle sprain in Week 2. Dameon Pierce is still managing a hamstring injury. Neither player practiced in any capacity leading up to Week 3.

Mixon has been termed "week to week," which could mean he'll miss another week. Akers struggled in Week 3, but Minnesota's defense has been elite through three weeks. He scored 9.4 half-PPR points, almost exclusively from an eight-yard touchdown reception. He didn't dominate snaps like many expected in Week 3.

Akers played 29 of the team's 67 snaps. Dare Ogunbowale played 28. That split was likely because Houston was trailing on the scoreboard for the entire game. In Week 4, Houston will play the Jaguars, where they'll undoubtedly be favored. In a more favorable game script, Akers should get more touches. Akers is likely your best bet if you need a starter for Week 4.

Ray Davis, Buffalo Bills - 9.6% Rostered

Davis has little to no standalone value but is an elite handcuff to James Cook. If he were to miss any time, he would be a weekly top-20 running back. If you want to add a high-upside stash, Davis is a good bet.

Blake Corum, Los Angeles Rams - 33.7% Rostered

He's only played eight snaps through three games, which tells you everything you need to know about his standalone value: He has none—absolutely zero. However, if Kyren Williams were to miss time, Corum would still be the biggest beneficiary.

It can be hard to stash someone who has no value until someone gets hurt, especially someone who cannot be started. Fantasy managers may not want to start Braelon Allen or Tyler Allgeier, but they are at least getting some touches. However, if you're looking for a high-upside bench stash and these other names aren't available, Corum has that upside if Williams gets hurt.

Jaylen Wright, Miami Dolphins - 15.8% Rostered

De'Von Achane has already had to deal with an ankle sprain, and Raheem Mostert missed the last two weeks due to a rib/chest injury. Those factors haven't gotten Wright on the field in any meaningful capacity, but it's hard not to be enamored with his potential if he gets his shot. He displayed the speed and big-play potential in the preseason.

It'll be hard to trust Wright or any Dolphin until Tua Tagovailoa returns from his concussion. There are likely better waiver wire adds that you can make, but the potential for Wright to be a starting option at some point in the season remains high.

Emanuel Wilson, Green Bay Packers - 1.9% Rostered

A.J. Dillon is on IR. MarShawn Lloyd is on IR. Wilson is one injury to Josh Jacobs away from being a top-24 running back. Wilson has looked like he's got some juice, too. Lloyd is on short-term IR and will return this season, but Wilson is currently the Packers' clear No. 2 running back.

Trey Sermon, Indianapolis Colts - 0.8% Rostered

Sermon is the No. 2 running back for the Colts. He's the primary handcuff to Jonathan Taylor.

Others to Consider: Jaleel McLaughlin, Denver Broncos - 36.4% Rostered, Alexander Mattison, Las Vegas Raiders - 29.6% Rostered, Samaje Perine, Kansas City Chiefs - 24.9% Rostered, D'Onta Foreman, Cleveland Browns - 16.7% Rostered, Roschon Johnson, Chicago Bears - 0.8% Rostered, Khalil Herbert, Chicago Bears - 11.4% Rostered

Most of these players in this "others to consider" section are poor weekly starts, but they're getting enough playing time and touches to at least be viable in a pinch. None offer much upside, and they seem destined to work in a committee in some fashion, no matter what.

Due to his size, McLaughlin will be limited in terms of overall touches, but in Sean Payton's offense, he can be a desperation flex start in deeper leagues. Mattison might be the most appealing. Zamir White has struggled, and surprisingly, the Raiders have given Mattison the goal-line carries thus far.

Perine will be in the Chiefs' Jerick McKinnon, which sounds valuable, but outside of a crazy-touchdown stretch a few years ago, McKinnon was a poor weekly start. Foreman is on a committee with Jerome Ford in Cleveland on a bad offense. Johnson and Herbert are somewhat appealing just because of how poor D'Andre Swift has played, but both seem destined to be in a committee.

 

Wide Receivers - Fantasy Football Waiver Wire for Week 4

Quentin Johnston, Los Angeles Chargers - 42.8% Rostered

If Johnston is still on your waiver wire, add him. Johnston flopped as a rookie but was widely used as a downfield X receiver, which is not where his strengths lie. This new regime utilizes Johnston on crossers and closer to the line of scrimmage, where his after-the-catch skills can be used appropriately. The results have been promising through three weeks.

Johnston continues to lead the Chargers in snaps and routes. Joshua Palmer was out this past week and continues to be hampered by several nagging injuries. Rookie Ladd McConkey out-targeted Johnston this past weekend, six to three, but Johnston is the one who continues making plays.

Regardless, both players can be fantasy-relevant due to the lack of quality pass-catchers behind Johnston and McConkey. He's averaging 12.1 half-PPR PPG, good for WR18 through three weeks. He's a must-add.

Mike Williams, New York Jets - 48.0% Rostered

Fantasy managers knew Williams would start slow since he's coming off a torn ACL, but his route participation rose from 19% in Week 2 to 73% in Week 3. That's a good sign. He's been a top-24 receiver in half-PPR PPG in the last three seasons despite competing for targets with target-hog Keenan Allen.

Williams doesn't need a ton of targets due to his downfield and end-zone skills. As Williams continues to get more healthy, Williams's role will only grow. Lazard is best suited to play the big slot role, so it shouldn't be surprising if Williams eventually operates as the Jets' primary No. 2 receiver opposite Garrett Wilson.

He may never reach the heights we saw from him in Los Angeles, but that upside with Rodgers is worth chasing. Outside of Johnston, he has more upside than most receivers on the waiver wire.

Josh Downs, Indianapolis Colts - 9.5% Rostered

Anthony Richardson has struggled throwing the football during the young season, but hopefully, the return of Josh Downs will help alleviate some of those concerns. Adonai Mitchell and Alec Pierce are almost exclusively downfield options.

Michael Pittman Jr. is an excellent possession receiver but offers little after the catch. Downs can win in the short and intermediate part of the field and make plays after the catch. This just might be the type of player the Colts' passing game needs.

In just his first game back, Downs returned to some exciting utilization. It's hard to trust the Colts' passing game right now, but Downs was effective as a rookie and is a good player to stash on your bench to see if Richardson can turn it around. If he can be more consistent when throwing the football, the Downs could have a strong second half.

Jauan Jennings, San Francisco 49ers - 36.0% Rostered 

If you’re in desperate need of a Week 4 starter at receiver or flex, I’d pick up Jennings ahead of every receiver above him except Quentin Johnston. Why isn’t Jennings higher? Because he might be usable for just 1-2 more weeks. Deebo Samuel is dealing with a calf strain and should be back by Week 5. George Kittle is dealing with a minor hamstring, who could also be back by Week 5.

That gives Jennings one more week and that week is worth chasing if you need a starter. He finished with 12 targets, 11 receptions, 175 yards, and three touchdowns en route to 41.0 half-PPR points. He was a full-time player in Kittle and Samuel’s absence and that’ll continue in Week 4 if they’re both out.

Demario Douglas, New England Patriots - 28.5% Rostered

Douglas was quiet in Weeks 1 and 2 but was fantastic in Week 3. He had nine targets, seven receptions, and 69 yards. He also chipped in with one carry for nine yards. Outside of Hunter Henry, who was mostly invisible in Week 3, the Patriots have not found a dependable receiver.

Douglas had a solid rookie season, considering the circumstances he was forced to endure. In Week 3, the New England offense seemed to want to run their passing attack through Douglas.

Douglas produced in that role and in full-PPR scoring leagues could be a decent flex option for desperate fantasy managers dealing with injuries. With such a porous offensive line, whoever is behind center will likely be forced to get the ball out quickly. Douglas, being New England's primary slot receiver, could be the biggest beneficiary of those quick reads.

Xavier Legette, Carolina Panthers - 20.1% Rostered

Adam Thielen injured his hamstring this past weekend. Legette is likely the biggest beneficiary if that injury keeps him out for a few weeks. In the first game with Andy Dalton under center, the Panthers put up 36 points and finished with 450 total scrimmage yards. Dalton was flawless, throwing for 319 yards, three touchdowns, and zero interceptions.

This year, Legette has been more effective than Jonathon Mingo, and Thielen isn't healthy enough to play in Week 4. Legette would see his snaps and routes increase. If he can run with that opportunity, it could lead to a more significant role as the season progresses.

Brandin Cooks, Dallas Cowboys - 33.5% Rostered

Cooks continues to have a high route share. It was 77% in Week 1, 82% in Week 2, and 76% in Week 3. He's posted seven, two, and six targets. He's done next to nothing in Weeks 2 or 3 but did finish with 40 yards and a score in Week 1. Cooks will be boom-or-bust receivers from week to week, but on a Dallas offense that will drop back to pass at an extremely high rate, Cooks will have plenty of opportunities for targets and touchdowns.

Dallas continues to operate as a highly pass-heavy offense and given their lack of talent at running back, they're forced to lean on Dak Prescott's arm. Most of their touchdowns will be via the pass. He's a WR5/6, but he's in a great environment.

Allen Lazard, New York Jets - 34.3% Rostered

I don't like having Lazard on here anymore than you probably enjoy reading about him, but he has three touchdowns through three weeks. He's a favorite target of Aaron Rodgers, and it's showing early in the season. He ran 100% of the routes in Week 1, 78% in Week 2, and 85% in Week 3. He's a full-time player for the Jets and a dependable red-zone option for Rodgers.

With teams so focused on taking away Garrett Wilson, Lazard is getting plenty of one-on-one looks, which, to his credit, he's capitalizing on. We shouldn't expect him to continue scoring touchdowns at this rate, but he is worth taking a shot at if his history with Rodgers continues to win out in the red zone.

Others to Consider: Ja'Lynn Polk, New England Patriots - 19.5% Rostered, Gabe Davis, Jacksonville Jaguars - 43.2% Rostered, Romeo Doubs, Green Bay Packers - 26.3% Rostered, Alec Pierce, Indianapolis Colts - 35.1% Rostered, Jalen Nailor, Minnesota Vikings - 4.0% Rostered

Polk is my favorite player to add of this group. His upside is undoubtedly higher than that of Lazard and Cooks. He was a high second-round pick in this year's draft. Rookies tend to see their roles and production increase as the season progresses. Once New England finally opts to start Drake Maye at quarterback, we could see a full-blown youth movement, making Polk a big second-half winner.

If you want to add a pass-catcher with upside, Polk is one of the best targets on the waiver wire.  Davis is who he has always been. He's a boom-or-bust player, but he's been slightly more dependable in Jacksonville. Still, with Christian Kirk, Evan Engram, and Brian Thomas Jr., Davis offers little weekly consistency and minimal upside.

Doubs is a touchdown-dependent receiver, but he's a favorite red-zone target for Jordan Love, who is expected back next week. Pierce is a better in best ball receiver due to Anthony Richardon's inconsistency.

Nailor is worth adding if you need a starter for Week 4, assuming Jordan Addison is out again. He could return, though, so Nailor is much further down on this list. However, he's been productive in his first three games and could be worth a dart throw, regardless of Addison's status.

 

Tight Ends - Fantasy Football Waiver Wire for Week 4

Tyler Conklin, New York Jets - 27.7% Rostered

Conklin was due for a game like the one he had on Thursday night. He's been on the field all the time for the Jets. He's running a route on almost every one of Aaron Rodgers' dropbacks, and outside of Garrett Wilson, the target competition isn't all that fierce. Conklin has been a dependable target-earner for the Jets the past two seasons and is their clear, No. 1 tight end.

All the stars aligned on Thursday night, and he had a big game. Fantasy managers shouldn't get used to performances like the one he had, but as long as his snap share and route participation remains the same as in Weeks 1-3, Conklin is going to have other nights like this. He's worth adding if you're desperate at tight end.

Cole Kmet, Chicago Bears - 26.1% Rostered

Kmet had been in a tight end committee in Week 1. He started to pull away from Gerald Everett in Week 2, but he successfully did that in Week 3. It shouldn't have taken the coaching staff three weeks for this to happen, but Shane Waldron is obsessed with Everett, or so it seems. That could lead to trouble on any given week, but as long as his role this past weekend stays, Kmet should be added to fantasy rosters.

He had a breakout performance with 11 targets, ten receptions, 97 yards, and one touchdown en route to 20.7 half-PPR points. It certainly helped that Keenan Allen was not active, and his injury status is one fantasy manager looking to add Kmet will have to track. However, he's played himself back onto the streaming radar and with how bad the position has been, anyone showing signs of life is worth adding.

Colby Parkinson, Los Angeles Rams - 43.2% Rostered

Parkinson continues to play a full-time role for the Rams and runs a route above an 85% rate. That is an elite number for a tight end. The biggest problem for so many tight ends is that they're simply not on the field enough.

All sorts of sub-packages take certain tight ends off the field in certain situations; they're left with limited opportunities to earn a target, which is even more difficult for a tight end. That's not a problem for Parkinson. He's almost always on the field.

This past weekend, he tied for the team lead in targets with five. As long as Cooper Kupp and Puka Nacua remain out, Parkinson will continue to be highly involved in the offense. Due to the offensive struggles and his general lack of talent, he can't be depended on as a weekly starter, but in the right matchup, Parkinson is a worthwhile streamer.

Hunter Henry, New England Patriots - 45.7% Rostered

After Week 2, it looked as though fantasy managers may have gotten lucky with another potential option at tight end. Henry had 12 targets, eight receptions, and 109 yards, but he followed that up with his worst outing of the season.

Fantasy managers can deal with the up-and-down production from a tight end. That's pretty much the status quo for the position, but what they can't deal with is a role that changes by the week.

After being a full-time player in Weeks 1 and 2, Henry's snap count decreased significantly in Week 3. That lowered his route participation rate, which lowered his opportunity to earn targets. Had his Weeks 1 and 2 role remained the same, we could've chalked this one up to a bad day. Bad days happen to tight ends, but it gets even more challenging to trust a tight end whose role is inconsistent.

Others to Consider: Zach Ertz, Washington Commanders (19.2% Rostered), Mike Gesicki, Cincinnati Bengals (28.5% Rostered)

Ertz is a safe floor, but to the low volume attack of Washington's passing offense and the minimal touchdown opportunities, Ertz has a limited ceiling. That doesn't mean he can't be added; it just means weekly expectations must be lowered. However, he's currently operating as the team's No. 2 pass-catcher.

Gesicki had a big week in Week 2, but his snap share and route participation rate were still hovering around 50%. That's much too low for consistent production. It'll be interesting to see if his strong performance last week earns him more snaps and routes. If it does, he should jump ahead of Parkinson on the waiver wire order.

 

Team Defenses (D/ST) - Waiver Wire Streamers for Week 4

  • Chicago Bears - 36.7% Rostered (vs Los Angeles Rams)
  • Arizona Cardinals - 0.8% Rostered (vs Washington Commanders)
  • Houston Texans - 31.0% Rostered (vs Jacksonville Jaguars)
  • Cincinnati Bengals - 32.8% Rostered (at Carolina Panthers)
  • Miami Dolphins - 50.8% Rostered (vs Tennessee Titans)

 

Kickers - Waiver Wire Streamers for Week 4

  • Chase McLaughlin, Tampa Bay Buccaneers - 14.3% Rostered (vs Philadelphia Eagles)
  • Jason Myers, Seattle Seahawks - 4.8% Rostered (at Detroit Lions)
  • Brayden Narveson, Green Bay Packers - 1.7% Rostered (vs Minnesota Vikings)
  • Matt Prater, Arizona Cardinals - 4.2% Rostered (vs Washington Commanders)
  • Chris Boswell, Pittsburgh Steelers - 21.4% Rostered (at Indianapolis Colts)

 

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NASCAR

Poor Toyota Strategy Arguably Cost Bubba Wallace Winning Chances at Talladega
Christopher Bell

Unhurt After Hard Contact with Inside Retaining Wall
Aaron Nola

Pitches Seven Strong Innings
Tylor Megill

Strikes Out Nine In No-Decision
Hunter Brown

Strikes Out Nine In Win
Agustín Ramírez

Agustin Ramirez Homers Twice
Jaylen Brown

Available For Game 4
Darius Garland

Questionable For Game 4
Jaden Ivey

Making Progress
Frederik Andersen

Exits Game 4 With Injury
Jake Neighbours

Shines On Sunday With Three Points
Jordan Binnington

Makes 30 Saves In Game 4 Victory
Patrik Laine

Not Expected To Play In Game 4
Sam Montembeault

Labeled Day-To-Day
Aliaksei Protas

Considered A Game-Time Decision Sunday
Logan Thompson

A Game-Time Call Sunday
Max Brosmer

Minnesota Adds Insurance With Max Brosmer

Donovan Edwards Inks Deal With Jets

Nick Nash Signs With The Falcons
Cam Ward

Xavier Restrepo Reunites With Cam Ward In Tennessee
Chase Elliott

Is One OF The Top Overall DFS Picks Of The Week
Joey Logano

Could Joey Logano Finish A Race With A Top Finish At Talladega?
NASCAR

DFS Players Should Like Bubba Wallace For Talladega This Week
Christopher Bell

Should DFS Players Roster Christopher Bell At Talladega?
Austin Cindric

Is Austin Cindric Worth Rostering For Talladega DFS Lineups?
Shane Van Gisbergen

Is A Solid, Safe, DFS Choice For Talladega Lineups
Austin Dillon

Is Austin Dillon A Viable DFS Play At Talladega This Week?
Josh Berry

Qualifies Too High At Talladega To Be Worth Rostering In DFS
Michael McDowell

Should DFS Players Take A Shot On Michael McDowell At Talladega?
Noah Gragson

Could Be A Sneaky DFS Play For Talladega
William Nylander

Posts Two Assists In Losing Effort
Denny Hamlin

Probably Qualified Too Well for DFS Consideration
Kyle Larson

Increasingly Undervalued Due to His Crashing, but Still a Great DFS Option
Kyle Busch

Nearly Always Leads at Talladega, but Rarely Leads Much
Tyler Reddick

Drafting Track Record Worse Than It Looks
Daniel Suarez

Likely Motivated at Talladega Since Trackhouse Cars Likely Too Slow for Him to Win On Regular Tracks
Ryan Preece

Qualifies Fourth Due to Ford Dominance, but Don't Expect Him to Finish There
Jake Sanderson

Keeps Senators Alive With Overtime Winner
Mackenzie Blackwood

Records First Postseason Shutout
Gabriel Landeskog

Scores First Goal In Nearly Three Years
Ivan Barbashev

Gives Vegas Vital Win
Nikita Kucherov

Records Three Assists In Game 3 Win
Troy Stecher

Cleared For Sunday
Jimmy Butler III

Ruled Out On Saturday
Isaiah Stewart

Questionable For Sunday's Game
Jaylen Brown

Questionable For Game 4
Jrue Holiday

Won't Play On Sunday
Quinn Ewers

Dolphins Select Quinn Ewers In Seventh Round
Mitchell Robinson

Questionable For Game 4 Versus Detroit
Michael Porter Jr.

Available On Saturday Night
Russell Westbrook

Won't Suit Up For Game 4
Riley Leonard

Drafted By Colts Saturday
Will Howard

Steelers Select Will Howard In Sixth Round Of NFL Draft
Kyle McCord

Eagles Add Kyle McCord To Quarterback Room
Ollie Gordon II

Miami Adds Ollie Gordon II To Backfield
Oronde Gadsden II

Chargers Add KeAndre Lambert-Smith, Oronde Gadsden II To Offense
DJ Giddens

Colts Add DJ Giddens To Backfield
Jaydon Blue

Dallas Cowboys Draft Jaydon Blue In Fifth Round
Jordan Watkins

49ers Add Jordan Watkins To Offense
Shedeur Sanders

Browns Trade Up To Select Shedeur Sanders In The Fifth Round
Sam Howell

Seahawks Trade Sam Howell To Vikings
Elic Ayomanor

Titans Continue To Address Offense, Select Elic Ayomanor
Jalen Royals

Chiefs Bolster Receiver Room With Jalen Royals
Jaylin Lane

Commanders Add Jaylin Lane To Wide Receiver Room
Dylan Sampson

Browns Select Dylan Sampson With 126th Pick
Gunnar Helm

Titans Use Fourth-Round Pick On Gunnar Helm
Jarquez Hunter

Rams Select Jarquez Hunter In Fourth Round
Darius Garland

Won't Suit Up For Game 3
Darius Garland

Unavailable For Pregame Warmup
Jrue Holiday

Classified As "Day-To-Day"
Brandin Podziemski

Not On Injury Report For Game 3
Jimmy Butler III

Warriors Optimistic About Jimmy Butler III Playing Saturday
Jae'Sean Tate

To Remain Out Saturday
Jock Landale

Unavailable For Game 3
Terry Rozier

Out On Saturday
Jrue Holiday

Ruled Out For Friday Night's Game 3 Against Orlando
Kevin Love

To Miss Saturday's Game
Jaylen Brown

Available For Friday Night's Game 3 Against Magic
Carlos Prates

Looks To Remain Undefeated In The UFC
Ian Machado Garry

Set For UFC Kansas City Main Event
Zhang Mingyang

Scheduled For Co-Main Event
Anthony Smith

Set For His Final UFC Bout
David Onama

Set For Featherweight Bout
Giga Chikadze

Looks To Bounce Back
Abus Magomedov

Looks For His Third Consecutive Win
Michel Pereira

Returns To Action At UFC Kansas City
Nicolas Dalby

An Underdog At UFC Kansas City
Randy Brown

A Favorite At UFC Kansas City
Andre Muniz

Set To Open Up UFC Kansas City Main Card
Ikram Aliskerov

Looks To Get Back In The Win Column
Cam Davis

Looking For Better Fortunes At TPC Louisiana
Adam Svensson

Making Third Apperence At Zurich Classic
Max Greyserman

Aiming For Similar Success At TPC Louisiana
Lee Hodges

A High-Upside Player In New Orleans
PGA

Nico Echavarria Looks To Ride Off Of Elite Putting In New Orleans
Gary Woodland

A Player Worth Watching In New Orleans
Max McGreevy

Returns To The Zurich Classic Of New Orleans
Rasmus Hojgaard

In Search Of Consistency Ahead Of Zurich Classic
Sam Stevens

A Boom-Or-Bust Candidate In New Orleans
Nicolai Hojgaard

Looking To Turn Season Around At Zurich Classic
Christiaan Bezuidenhout

Looks To Sway A Hot Putter In Teams Favor At Zurich Classic
Akshay Bhatia

Looking To Bounce Back At TPC Louisiana
Carson Young

Looks To Turn Things Around At TPC Louisiana
Erik Van Rooyen

Looking For Momentum In Louisiana
Andrew Novak

Making Start At TPC Louisiana After Near Miss At Harbour Town
Ben Griffin

Making Third Career Start At Zurich Classic
Taylor Moore

Competing With A New Teammate In New Orleans
Wyndham Clark

Making Return To New Orleans
Kurt Kitayama

Teeing It Up Again In New Orleans
Collin Morikawa

Back At Zurich Classic For Fifth Time
Thomas Detry

Making Third Appearance At New Orleans Team Event
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