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Fantasy Football Week 16 Waiver Wire: Must-Have Players to Add to Your Roster (Ep. 1901)

Dec 15, 2025
Week 16 waiver-wire strategies take the spotlight as top running backs and wide receivers are analyzed. Hosts recommend streaming options like J.J. McCarthy and C.J. Stroud, while Michael Carter is highlighted as a potential bell-cow back. They dive into the Washington and Houston backfields, discussing emerging talents and injury impacts. Darius Slayton and Jaden Reed are named must-add wide receivers amidst shifting team dynamics. The session wraps up with essential kicker and defense picks for the week.
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INSIGHT

Drops Create Streaming Value At QB

  • Jacoby Brissett remains viable because many dropped him after Mahomes' injury yet he finished as QB1 in his matchup.
  • Low roster rates in shallow leagues create streaming value for suddenly available QBs.
ADVICE

Pick Michael Carter If He Keeps Bellcow Role

  • Prioritize Michael Carter on waivers if Bam Adebayo Knight (Bam Knight) is out and Carter handled lead work.
  • He posted 53 of 66 snaps with 18 touches and looks like an RB2 candidate if usage continues.
ADVICE

Grab Ja'Cory Krosky-Merritt If Rodriguez Misses

  • Target Ja'Cory Krosky-Merritt (JCM) in deeper leagues if Chris Rodriguez remains injured.
  • JCM can deliver 12–17 early-down touches and RB2 upside if he scores.
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