Welcome to the Week 11 Waiver Wire. In this article, Wolf Trelles-Heard highlights the players you should prioritize on waivers as we head into Week 11. The targets are listed in shallow, standard, and deeper league options. However, there will (typically) be the most options under the standard column, as that will be the most popular range of targets.
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Week 11 Shallow League Waiver Wire Targets
Note: This range will primarily apply to home leagues and those with shorter benches, with players available in at least 25% of leagues. Each player is listed with their current rostership percentage and a recommended FAAB bid range for a $100 budget. All values are in reference to four-point per passing touchdown leagues with PPR scoring unless otherwise noted.
Quarterback
C.J. Stroud, Texans (58% rostered) | $1-2
Out with a concussion in Week 10, C.J. Stroud watched as his backup, Davis Mills, led a thrilling fourth-quarter comeback against Jacksonville, rushing for the game-winning touchdown and throwing for 292 yards and two scores. That passing total is a number that Stroud has only surpassed once this season.
If Stroud is back in the lineup this week, he draws the lowly Titans — the same team he beat 26-0 back in Week 4. In that game, Stroud finished as the QB15 on the week, going 22-of-28 for 233 yards and two scores. This rematch in Tennessee, so hopefully the Titans will be a little more competitive this time, which could lead to more volume and fantasy output for Stroud and the passing game. If you need a high-floor play at QB for the week, Stroud should deliver that without too much stress for managers.
Joe Burrow, Bengals (75% rostered) | $8-12
No analysis needed here. If you’re a contender and Joe Burrow has been sitting on waivers, you need to pick him up. He returned to practice this week and said he’s targeting Week 13’s Thanksgiving matchup vs. the Ravens for his return. He could be the missing piece for you down the stretch if you’ve been struggling at QB.
Other options: Brock Purdy (66% rostered), Daniel Jones, Colts (65% rostered)
Running Back
Woody Marks, Texans (67% rostered) | $8-10
Cue the Brock Lesnar to Hulk Hogan clip: “Party’s over, grandpa.” Woody Marks fully took over the Texans’ backfield in Week 10. The rookie played nearly 80% of the snaps, rushing 14 times for 63 yards and a TD. He also added two catches for 18 yards. Meanwhile, Nick Chubb was more efficient on a per-touch basis, but the veteran barely saw the field and had just six touches.
If Marks is going to start seeing the majority of the snaps, he’s an RB2 down the stretch. He was already getting valuable work in the passing game, but he also saw goal-line work against the Jaguars. Marks has two advantageous matchups coming up against the Titans and Bills, which makes him a plug-and-play option for any managers who need help now. If he’s still on waivers, he’s a priority add.
Other options: Trey Benson, Cardinals (58% rostered)
Wide Receiver
Jerry Jeudy, Browns (70% rostered) | $2-4
Yes, you are reading that right. It says Jerry Jeudy. There’s a good chance he’s on your waiver wire and you missed him last week because Cleveland was on bye. If he’s sitting there, it’s for a good reason: Jeudy hasn’t been productive this year. His last game prior to Week 10 was a goose egg, and his season-high was a paltry 11.6 PPR points all the way back in Week 1. It’s been rough. Like waking-up-with-a-hangover rough.
However, maybe the Browns came out of the bye deciding to actually use their WR1 again. In Week 10, Jeudy saw 12 targets, snagging six for 78 yards and a score. He’s the WR3 in unrealized air yards this season, meaning the opportunities have been there. The connections have not. If he and Dillon Gabriel can start hitting on a few deep shots, Jeudy might return WR3 value late in the season. It’s worth a few FAAB to find out.
Other options: Troy Franklin, Broncos (57% rostered), Ricky Pearsall, 49ers (69% rostered)
Tight End
Colston Loveland, Bears (50% rostered) | $2-4
You didn’t expect 100+ yards and two scores every week, right? Ok, good. Colston Loveland was bound to take a step back after his breakout performance. With Cole Kmet back, the rookie shifted back into his usual part-time role against the Giants. He still played well, snagging all four of his targets for 55 yards.
I’m recommending him here based on the matchups ahead. Coming up, he gets the Vikings and Steelers, both defenses that are top 10 in fantasy points allowed to the tight end position. Loveland’s worth a look if you’re streaming the position and looking for some upside.
Other options: Harold Fannin Jr., Browns (53% rostered)
Week 11 Standard League Waiver Wire Targets
Note: This range will primarily apply to most leagues with standard benches, with players available in at least 50% of leagues. Each player is listed with their current rostership percentage and a recommended FAAB bid range for a $100 budget. All values are in reference to four-point per passing touchdown leagues with PPR scoring unless otherwise noted.
Quarterback
Joe Flacco, Bengals (46% rostered) | $3-5
We saw this movie a couple of weeks ago. And it was glorious. In Week 7, Joe Flacco lit up the Steelers to the tune of 342 yards and three TDs. Now, he gets them again, this time in Pittsburgh.
From Week 6-9, Flacco was the QB2 in fantasy, averaging 25.5 points per game. This is a pass-heavy offense with a terrible defense. Plus, he gets to throw to Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins. That’s an easy recipe for fantasy success. Coming up, Cincinnati has some potential shootouts ahead against the Patriots, Bills and Ravens twice. If anyone dropped the old man during the bye week, get him. Flacco is only going to be a short-term option with Joe Burrow surprisingly back at practice, but the younger Joe is still a couple of weeks away from returning. Use Flacco for as long as he’s the starter.
Other options: Sam Darnold, Seahawks (48% rostered), Aaron Rodgers, Steelers (39% rostered)
Running Back
Tyler Allgeier, Falcons (33% rostered) | $2-4
As long as Bijan Robinson can stand and breathe, he’s going to be the focal point of Atlanta’s offense. But Allgeier has a role, and he plays it well. He’s the power back in the offense — think David Montgomery in Detroit — he continues to produce when given opportunities. Against the Colts in Germany, Allgeier had 11 carries and turned those into 57 yards and two end zone trips, finishing as a top 10 RB on the week.
He’s not just an elite handcuff to Robinson. Allgeier does have some flex appeal in standard or half-PPR formats, as evidenced by four double-digit fantasy performances this year. And look at the Falcons’ upcoming schedule: Panthers, Saints and Jets over the next three weeks. He won’t hit pay dirt twice every week, but Allgeier is a TD threat when the Falcons are favored to win.
Other options: Kareem Hunt, Chiefs (45% rostered), Tyjae Spears, Titans (43% rostered), Devin Singletary, Giants (37% rostered)
Wide Receiver
Alec Pierce, Colts (30% rostered) | $3-5
I highlighted Alec Pierce in last week’s waiver wire article, and he rewarded those who grabbed and played him. Pierce, who’s averaging over 20 YPC for the second straight season, balled out in Germany, catching five of seven targets for 84 yards and snagging his first TD in 2025.
He won’t provide much immediate help as the Colts head into a bye before playing the Chiefs and Texans, but Pierce now has 35 targets and leads the league in receiving yards over his last four games. That shouldn’t be ignored. He’s averaging 14.9 PPR PPG in that span, which is high-end WR2 production. Pierce is trending up. Get him and stash — his upside could help managers once the schedule softens.
Tez Johnson, Buccaneers (38% rostered) | $4-6
Who says being the smallest guy on the field is a bad thing? Tez Johnson is making it easy out there while playing at the weight of a high school student. Against the Patriots, the diminutive rookie produced his first WR1 game, catching all four of his targets for 42 yards and two TDs. That’s now four double-digit outings in his last five games.
With the Bucs WR room running on fumes, Johnson is seizing the opportunity. He logged a season-high 83% snap share last week and continues to get open for Baker Mayfield — Johnson ranks second among WRs in target separation (2.60). The TDs may dry up soon, but while he’s starting, you can ride the hot hand and roll him out as a flex option.
Parker Washington, Jaguars (20% rostered) | $3-5
I called Parker Washington a priority add last week, yet he’s still only rostered in a fifth of leagues. Washington now has back-to-back games with 17 PPR points, thanks to his 33 yards and receiving score against the Texans last week. Oh, and he also reached the end zone on a punt return for good measure.
Washington now has 26 targets in his last three games, with a snap share over 85% in all of them. He’s a full-time player right now while the Jaguars deal with injuries to Brian Thomas Jr. and Travis Hunter. As long as those guys are out, Washington remains a WR3 play in all formats.
Other options: Darius Slayton, Giants (45% rostered), Jayden Reed, Packers (37% rostered)
Tight End
Theo Johnson, Giants (39% rostered) | $2-4
Since Jaxson Dart has been the starter, Theo Johnson has really taken off. He’s now the TE12 on the season and enjoying a nice sophomore campaign. Johnson is top-10 in routes run, snap share, red zone targets, and total targets at the position.
Johnson has five TDs with Dart at the helm and has scored double-digit fantasy points in five of his last seven, establishing himself as a solid option at a tricky position. With games against the Commanders, Vikings and Raiders in the fantasy playoffs, Johnson could be a key piece for managers when it matters most.
Cade Otton, Buccaneers (32% rostered) | $2-4
There was a month-long stretch last season where Cade Otton was a top-five fantasy TE. He’s up to his old tricks again — it’s just the lack of TDs holding him back currently. In full-PPR formats, he’s been putting up low-end TE1 numbers, posting double-digit outputs in four of his last five games.
With the Buccaneers’ WR room down multiple veterans, Baker Mayfield has leaned on Otton lately. He’s coming off his best game of the season, catching nine of 12 targets for 82 yards. And he never leaves the field: his 94% snap share leads the position. He’s dependable, and he’s involved in a high-powered offense. If he starts scoring TDs, Otton could be a difference-maker for managers as we creep towards the playoffs.
Other options: Juwan Johnson, Saints (30% rostered), Dalton Schultz, Texans (31% rostered)
Week 11 Deep League Waiver Wire Targets
Note: This range will apply to leagues with deeper benches and more experienced managers, with players available in at least 75% of leagues. Each player is listed with their current rostership percentage and a recommended FAAB bid range for a $100 budget. All values are in reference to four-point per passing touchdown leagues with PPR scoring unless otherwise noted.
Quarterback
Tua Tagovailoa, Dolphins (21% rostered) | $1-2
Before you groan and exclaim, “Tua, really?!?” just look at his opponent. Washington’s pass defense is nearly as bad as Dallas’ unit. Going into Week 10, they were allowing the fourth-most fantasy points to opposing QBs. That likely got worse after Jared Goff finished as the QB5 in Week 10, carving them up for 320 yards and three TDs.
There’s nothing explosive about Tagovailoa’s game anymore. He’s not pushing the ball downfield much (QB20 in air yards), but he’s efficient in the quick passing game and is top 10 in TD passes with 17. The Dolphins have a bye in Week 12, but after that, Tagovailoa has a very favorable schedule: Saints, Jets, Steelers, Bengals, and Buccaneers. If you’re desperate, he’s worth a play with a juicy matchup on deck.
Other options: Jacoby Brissett, Cardinals (13% rostered), Marcus Mariota, Commanders (17% rostered)
Running Back
Sean Tucker, Buccaneers (5% rostered) | $5-7
Is two weeks a trend? If so, Rachaad White might have a Sean Tucker problem. Tucker has out-gained White on the ground in back-to-back games. The numbers haven’t been other-worldly: 21 carries for 95 yards (4.5 YPC) and a score, but he’s been way more effective compared to White’s 73 yards on 23 rushes (3.1 YPC).
Tucker gets a chance to showcase his talent against a Buffalo defense that just got gashed by De’Von Achane for 174 yards on the ground. The Bills have a bottom-five run defense this season, so there should be lanes to exploit in what could be a high-scoring affair. Tucker’s worth a dart throw in deeper formats if you need an upside flex. There’s no telling when Bucky Irving will be back, so Tucker has a chance to establish himself as the early-down guy during this time.
Other options: Blake Corum, Rams (12% rostered), Keaton Mitchell, Ravens (5% rostered)
Wide Receiver
Christian Watson, Packers (22% rostered) | $2-3
With the Packers down rookie Matthew Golden, Christian Watson saw his most playing time since returning in Week 8. The veteran played 82% of the snaps and drew four targets for the third straight game, catching two for 45 yards.
The Packers are clearly using Watson as their designated deep threat. He has just eight receptions so far, but they’ve gone for 188 yards (23.5 YPC). He just hasn’t scored yet, but that could change soon with favorable matchups coming up against the Giants, Vikings, Lions and Bears twice. You’d like to see more targets, but he’s basically what Alec Pierce was last season: a high-volatility field-stretcher that could help win you a week if he reaches the end zone.
Other options: Luther Burden III, Bears (8% rostered), Malik Washington, Dolphins (18% rostered)
Tight End
Luke Musgrave, Packers (11% rostered) | $1-2
Nothing went right for Green Bay’s offense Monday night against the Eagles. They looked anemic, scoring only seven points all night. It won’t be the norm. One positive, though: Luke Musgrave slid right into the full-time role left behind by Tucker Kraft.
Musgrave played over 76% of the snaps and saw three looks, catching all of them for 23 scoreless yards. That’s not great, but it’s the playing time that matters. It’s a wasteland at TE in this range, but Musgrave is now seeing the field plenty in a role that made Kraft look like a superstar. That makes him worth an add despite the subpar box score last week.
Other options: Pat Freiermuth, Steelers (9% rostered), AJ Barner, Seahawks (13% rostered)
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