As we gear up for Week 4 of the fantasy football season on FYM News, injuries and bye weeks are already taking their toll. Key players like James Conner and Najee Harris are out for the season, while others such as CeeDee Lamb and Mike Evans are expected to miss multiple weeks. This makes the waiver wire a crucial resource for fantasy managers looking to bolster their lineups. Identifying and adding the right players can be the difference between a win and a loss, providing essential depth and potential breakout performances. To navigate these challenges successfully, it’s important to stay informed and strategic in your waiver wire decisions.
This article breaks down the top waiver wire targets for Week 4, offering insights into quarterbacks, running backs, wide receivers, and tight ends who are likely to make an impact. We’ll cover players like Tre Tucker, Ollie Gordon, Tyjae Spears and Elic Ayomanor, analyzing their potential roles and providing recommendations on how much of your Free Agent Budget (FAB) to spend. Whether you’re in a shallow or deep league, this guide will help you make informed decisions and stay competitive as the season progresses.
Quarterback Waiver Wire Targets for Week 4
The quarterback position has seen its share of injuries, with notable players like Joe Burrow, Jayden Daniels, and Justin Fields sidelined. In shallower leagues, Brock Purdy (84% rostered) and Justin Fields (80% rostered) may be available. Purdy is expected to return in Week 4 against Jacksonville, making him a low-end starter option. Fields, hopefully recovered from a concussion, has the potential for high upside, as demonstrated by his 31.5 fantasy points in Week 1.
Several quarterbacks can be dropped to free up roster spots. Trevor Lawrence (68% rostered) has struggled and faces tough matchups. C.J. Stroud (67% rostered) is only viable in Superflex or two-quarterback leagues. Michael Penix Jr. (61% rostered) was benched in Week 3, and J.J. McCarthy (50% rostered) is injured. Aaron Rodgers (49% rostered) and Mac Jones (41% rostered) are also droppable due to poor performance or injury. Consider these quarterbacks to add:
- Marcus Mariota (11% rostered): If Daniels is out, Mariota is a solid QB1.
- Geno Smith (37% rostered): Faces a favorable matchup against the Bears.
- Carson Wentz (24% rostered): A high-end QB2 against the Steelers.
- Tua Tagovailoa (47% rostered): Faces a Jets defense that has struggled against quarterbacks.
- Bryce Young (31% rostered): A high-end QB2 against the Patriots.
- Jaxson Dart (17% rostered): A speculative add in Superflex leagues.
- Tyrod Taylor (5% rostered): A streamer in deeper leagues if Fields is out.
- Sam Darnold (26% rostered): A high-end QB2 against the Cardinals.
- Kirk Cousins (3% rostered): A speculative add in Superflex leagues.
Allocate up to 5% of your FAB for Mariota, Smith, Wentz, Tagovailoa and Young, and up to 15% for Taylor. Dart and Cousins should be added for at least 15% of your remaining FAB in Superflex and two-quarterback leagues. The percentages are for one-quarterback leagues and up to 20% in Superflex and two-quarterback formats.
Running Back Waiver Wire Targets for Week 4
The running back position has been decimated by injuries. James Conner and Najee Harris are out for the season, while Zach Charbonnet and Aaron Jones are also sidelined. In shallow leagues, check for Trey Benson (81% rostered), Brian Robinson Jr. (75% rostered), and Tyler Allgeier (67% rostered). Benson is a must-add as the lead back for the Cardinals. Robinson and Allgeier are valuable handcuffs.
Drop candidates include James Conner, Najee Harris, Dylan Sampson, Kaleb Johnson and Jaydon Blue, all rendered irrelevant by injuries or depth chart positioning. Consider these running backs to add:
- Tyjae Spears (37% rostered): Stash him before his expected Week 5 debut.
- Woody Marks (26% rostered): A speculative add with potential to take over the Texans backfield.
- Chris Rodriguez Jr. (16% rostered): Could see increased work in a messy Commanders backfield.
- Ollie Gordon II (56% rostered): The No. 2 back in Miami.
- Blake Corum (39% rostered): Continues to perform well in tandem with Kyren Williams.
- Braelon Allen (58% rostered): A lottery ticket if Hall misses time.
- Kareem Hunt (62% rostered): Touchdown-dependent but valuable in the Chiefs offense.
- Miles Sanders (23% rostered): A handcuff with lottery-ticket potential if Williams is injured.
- Kyle Monangai (18% rostered): Could see increased work if Swift continues to struggle.
- Jeremy McNichols (9% rostered): A speculative add in a crowded backfield.
- Tahj Brooks (19% rostered): Could get more work if the Bengals shake up their backfield.
- Kendre Miller (29% rostered): A handcuff with lottery-ticket potential if Kamara is injured.
Allocate up to 5% of your remaining FAB for Spears, Marks, Rodriguez, Gordon and Corum. Use just 1% for Allen, Hunt, Sanders, Monangai, McNichols, Brooks and Miller.
Wide Receiver Waiver Wire Targets for Week 4
Wide receiver injuries are mounting, with CeeDee Lamb, Mike Evans and Terry McLaurin among those affected. In shallow leagues, check for Chris Godwin (82% rostered), Jauan Jennings (81% rostered), Matthew Golden (80% rostered), Khalil Shakir (76% rostered) and Wan’Dale Robinson (69% rostered).
Drop candidates include Travis Hunter, Marquise Brown, Josh Downs, Adam Thielen and Kayshon Boutte, who have underperformed or face tough matchups. Consider these wide receivers to add:
- Elic Ayomanor (38% rostered): Making plays for the Titans and worth a 5% bid.
- Tre Tucker (11% rostered): Had a breakout game and faces a vulnerable Bears defense.
- Luther Burden III (25% rostered): A speculative add with high upside.
- Jalen Coker (9% rostered): Stash him now for potential future value.
- Tory Horton (13% rostered): Has been productive, but his role depends on the health of others.
- Tyquan Thornton (9% rostered): Has emerged as a playmaker for the Chiefs.
- Dontayvion Wicks (10% rostered): Worth a look in a dream matchup against the Cowboys.
- Christian Kirk (51% rostered): Hoping for Kirk to get hot soon.
- KaVontae Turpin (3% rostered): Should see an increased role with Lamb injured.
- Brandon Aiyuk (57% rostered): Good to stash away and wait for health.
- Parker Washington (NA% rostered): The targets may be there.
- Calvin Austin III (44% rostered): Good flex option while Rodgers is at QB.
Allocate up to 5% of your remaining FAB for Ayomanor, Tucker and Burden. Use 1% for Horton, Thornton, Wicks, Turpin, Aiyuk, Washington and Austin.
Tight End Waiver Wire Targets for Week 4
The tight end position is dealing with injuries to George Kittle, Evan Engram and Isaiah Likely. In shallow leagues, check for Juwan Johnson (82% rostered), Dalton Kincaid (73% rostered), and Dallas Goedert (72% rostered).
Drop candidates include Kyle Pitts, Evan Engram and Jonnu Smith, who have been inconsistent or injured. Consider these tight ends to add:
- Hunter Henry (60% rostered): The top tight end to target heading into week 4.
- Isaiah Likely (49% rostered): A player to stash when they are ready.
- Brenton Strange (44% rostered): Is the potential streamer heading into week 4.
- Chigoziem Okonkwo (12% rostered): Decent option for the deeper leagues to stream.
- Cade Otton (16% rostered): Potential play if injuries arise.
Allocate at least 10% of your FAB to snag Hunter Henry. Use 5% to Isaiah Likely and 1% to all of the rest.
DST Streamers
- Chargers (64 percent rostered) at NYG
- Commanders (45 percent rostered) at ATL
- Lions (42 percent rostered) vs. CLE
Kicker Streamers
- Joshua Karty (12 percent rostered) vs. IND
- Will Reichard (47 percent rostered) at PIT
- Jason Myers (9 percent rostered) at ARI
As we approach Week 4, smart waiver wire moves can significantly impact your fantasy football season on FYM News. Prioritize players like Trey Benson and Hunter Henry, who are poised for immediate roles. Stash high-upside players such as Tyjae Spears and Elic Ayomanor. By identifying key targets across all positions, you can address roster weaknesses and gain a competitive edge.
Stay active on the waiver wire and adapt to the ever-changing landscape of the NFL. Injuries and unexpected performances will continue to shape the season, so remain informed and proactive. With the right moves, you can build a resilient and high-scoring team that contends for a championship. Good luck, and may your waiver wire acquisitions lead you to victory!
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