DFS Army’s Gthom gives at least one early free agent to target this week in fantasy football. These waiver wire targets are normally available in 50-percent of ESPN leagues.
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Sep 5, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Baltimore Ravens tight end Isaiah Likely (80) runs the ball against the Kansas City Chiefs during the second half at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images
QUARTERBACK
Baker Mayfield (TB) – 31% Ownership
He finished as a QB1 in 10-team leagues last season, and of course, he flew under the radar during this fantasy draft season. In Week 1, Mayfield scored 29.7 fantasy points thanks to a 24-for-30 performance that resulted in 289 passing yards, four touchdowns, and 21 rushing yards. If you lost Jordan Love (QB, GB) to injury, Mayfield is a great candidate to help your team in Week 2. Mayfield’s match-up will be tough in Week 2 though, he faces an improved Detroit Lions’ defense.
RUNNING BACK
Tank Bigsby (JAC) – 5% Ownership
Bigsby averaged 6.08 yards per carry on 12 rushing attempts, compared to Travis Etienne, who also had 12 carries but averaged 3.67 yards per carry. While Bigsby outgained Etienne, 77 rushing yards to 44, it’s safe to presume Etienne will continue to lead this backfield unless Bigsby consistently outperforms him. Through Week 1, Jacksonville’s usage of Bigsby suggests he will have deep FLEX value moving forward. He also serves as an elite handcuff should Etienne suffer an injury.
WIDE RECEIVER
Wan’Dale Robinson (NYG) – 7% Ownership
Fantasy analysts have been discussing the vacated targets in New York heading into 2024, and Robinson saw 12 targets in Week 1—a massive workload. Will it continue? Who knows. Robinson is certainly worth a shot on Week 2 waivers because someone has to catch passes in New York.
TIGHT END
Isaiah Likely (BAL) – 9% Ownership
12 targets turned into nine receptions, 111 yards, and one touchdown. Likely will remain a part of this offense because he’s too talented not to be, but this performance shouldn’t be expected regularly moving forward. The Ravens will get the ball to starter Mark Andrews (TE, BAL) as the season progresses, and they typically don’t rely on this pass-heavy style of play.