DFS Army’s Gthom gives early waiver wire additions 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 29, 2024; Inglewood, California, USA; Kansas City Chiefs running back Kareem Hunt (29) runs for a first down before he is forced out of bounds by Los Angeles Chargers linebacker Daiyan Henley (0) in the second half at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
Kareem Hunt (RB, KC)
21.5% Ownership
Hunt was elevated from the practice squad leading into Week 4. Following another lost fumble by rookie Carson Steele, Hunt became the primary back for the Chiefs against the Chargers. Hunt finished with 14 carries for 69 yards on the ground and added 2 receptions for 16 yards through the air, on three total targets.
While Hunt saw healthy volume in his first game with the Chiefs, it was Samaje Perine who scored the goal line touchdown. It’s worth noting that Perine is a larger back than Hunt, which may lead to more goal line opportunities for Perine. Lastly, Steele will likely continue to mix into the general rotation of these backs.
Hunt’s immediate usage and efficiency cannot be ignored. He is the top running back available on waivers heading into Week 5.
Xavier Legette (WR, CAR)
25% Ownership
The anticipation surrounding Legette’s increased role was something to watch heading into his matchup against the Bengals. The rookie receiver finished with one touchdown, six receptions on 10 targets, and 66 receiving yards. This usage should be Legette’s role moving forward, which has fantasy relevancy now that veteran receiver Adam Thielen is on injured reserve.
Legette was a first-round pick for the Panthers, and further developing him is in their best interest in multiple ways. His next stretch of games won’t be easy: @CHI, ATL, @WAS, @DEN. Monitor his performances over the next few weeks to determine how volatile he is, but Legette should be an excellent play against the Washington Commanders in Week 7.
Wan’Dale Robinson (WR, NYG)
27.1% Ownership
Averaging 13.2 PPR points per game, Robinson has carved out a consistent role in the New York Giants’ offense. Over the last four weeks, Robinson has received the following target counts: 12, 4, 8, and 14. Those are healthy metrics for a WR2.
New York’s offense has been throwing the ball frequently in 2024, increasing the number of targets available for pass catchers. So far, 60.9% of the Giants’ plays have been pass plays, which equates to 36.3 passes per game—both well above league average.
Robinson should be picked up in every full PPR league heading into the first week of BYE’s. He will be a player to utilize throughout your BYE week management due to his safe floor.