Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups: 2009 Week 10

November 9th, 2009 kNuke Posted in NFL | No Comments »

Before we check the wounded and hit the Wire, remember that the trade deadline is quickly approaching.

Injuries to monitor: Clinton Portis, Kevin Smith, Anquan Boldin, Donald Brown, Calvin Johnson, Darren McFadden, Jermichael Finley, Brian Westbrook, Sammy Morris, Lance Moore, Antonio Bryant, and Trent Edwards.

QB: Matt Cassel made me look good last week; I’d double down this week if you need a starter. Josh Freeman will get a lot of adds this week, but I just can’t trust a rookie. I know the Buccaneers will be throwing the ball alot playing catchup, but I just can’t do it. For those that care, Alex Smith is putting up decent numbers; any takers?

RB: Ladell Betts is the instant add as Clinton Portis is probably out next week with a concussion. Jamaal Charles disappointed in his first week as a starter, but with LJ gone, he’s another immediate add. Darren McFadden should be back in action, add him as well. The shelf life of Laurence Maroney is limited, but he’s worth an add even if it’s just for one week. If you have an extra roster spot you won’t need for the next few weeks, feel free to add the previously mentioned LJ and wait to see where he lands.

WR: Chris Chambers and his 2 TDs will attraction alot of attention, but don’t forget about everyone else; Robert Meachem, Devery Henderson, Justin Gage, Mike Wallace, and Donnie Avery are options as well.

TE: After the draft, I thought Brandon Pettigrew would be one of the most relevant fantasy players… I was right for one week. If you need TE help, he’s worth a gamble, but I’d also take a look at Fred Davis and Kevin Boss.

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Bye Weeks: Giants, Texans.