Here we are again with another edition of our Fantasy Football waiver wire pickups of the week. Last week one of our featured pickups was Jerick McKinnon and boy did he deliver. McKinnon posted over 26 points in Standard leagues and now has back to back 20+ fantasy points in his last 2 games. If you are still searching the waiver wire congratulations as you are now deep in the fantasy football playoffs. Let’s take a look at our waiver wire pickups for week 16.
Quarterbacks
Gardner Minshew – QB Philadelphia Eagles
Out of the gate we start with some unfortunate news on Jalen Hurts. It looks like he suffered a shoulder strain that will keep him out for a couple weeks. If you’re a Hurts owner this is not the news you wanted heading into your crucial playoff game this weekend. In steps Gardner Minshew whom doesn’t have the same upside as Hurts but can put up solid numbers with all the talent around him.
Running Backs
Zack Moss – RB Indianapolis Colts
More unfortunate injuries this time at the running back position. Jonathan Taylor will officially be shut down for the season due to his high ankle sprain. The next man up appears to be Zack Moss as he totaled 24 carries in the loss to the Vikings for 81 yards. This development is a bit surprising as many expected Deon Jackson to step into that lead role. Jackson is still worth stashing but Moss is our top waiver priority for week 16.
Wide Receivers
Zay Jones – WR Jacksonville Jaguars
Zay Jones lit up the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday hauling in 3 touchdowns and 109 yards. The last 4 weeks he has seen a whopping 41 targets from his emerging QB Trevor Lawrence. If somehow Jones is available in your league you should prioritize picking him up. The Jaguars offense is getting hot at the right time and Jones should continue to soar.
Tight Ends
Dallas Goedert – TE Philadelphia Eagles
Goedert is getting set to come back off of IR and could be on track to play this weekend. More than likely he was dropped a while back when he suffered his shoulder injury. Goedert has shown he can put up solid fantasy numbers and if you need to stream a TE for your pivotal matchup this is the guy.
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