Good luck finding an option on the waiver wire similar to the ones we’ve seen in recent weeks. Popular pick-up Jay Ajayi has been a monster in the last two weeks in fantasy football, so he should be completely owned in every league.
That makes it difficult to find that hot hand on the waiver wire. However, with byes still an issue for many fantasy owners, the waiver wire is an important place to make this week a better week than the last.
Here’s the best week 8 waiver wire adds in fantasy football.
Ty Montgomery, Green Bay, WR
For another few weeks, it at least seems Montgomery will be a multi-faceted player for the Packers.
In Eddie Lacy’s place, Montgomery has been a wide receiver/running back, giving fantasy owners plenty of versatility at a position where that is a rarity. Montgomery has responded with a high volume, going for 164 yards receiving on 25 targets and more than 60 yards rushing on 12 carries in the last two weeks.
Getting that many targets out of a normal wide receiver would be a reason to jump on Montgomery. But with his ability to also run the ball and the Packers wanting to utilize him in the offense, he’s a must-add on the waiver wire.
I don’t see his volume going down much in the future, with Aaron Rodgers likely to revert back to form. Bet on Rodgers throwing a lot more with uncertainty at the running back position. With more volume, Montgomery should continue to see a high amount targets. He’s owned in a little more than 60 percent of leagues, so that should be much higher going into week 8.
Knile Davis, Green Bay, RB
I’ll stick with the Green Bay train and focus on Davis. He’s likely to be the main running back, even if he doesn’t get a ton of work during the next week.
Davis hasn’t been a very productive player in the past, but he’s the only regular pro who has real-life experience at the running back position for the Packers. Until James Starks gets back, Davis should be the regular back, with Montgomery likely being the main option filling in for Davis at times.
There’s not a ton of competition for playing time, so Davis should get a courtesy add at least. If you have room on your waiver wire, he’ll likely generate double-digit touches during the next few weeks. That’s not a bad sign for a running back off the waiver wire at this time of the season.
Jacquizz Rodgers, Tampa Bay, RB
It’s amazing Rodgers is still on the waiver wire. He went for another big total in week 7, thanks to 26 carries against San Francisco.
And it doesn’t appear that Doug Martin is coming back soon, making Rodgers even more viable in fantasy football.
He’s owned in less than 50 percent of leagues, but he’s gone for 56 carries in the last two weeks and churned out 255 yards rushing during that time.
Rodgers was supposed to be only a receiving option out of the backfield, but injuries have made him a more important part of the gameplan. He’s now a three-down back, giving fantasy owners an RB1 off the waiver wire.
He has Oakland, Chicago and Atlanta in the next three weeks. He should be a top option each of those weeks.
Chris Thompson, Washington, RB
Another running back. Another opportunity for possible fantasy points.
Thompson earned extended work in week 7 with starter Matt Jones fumbling his way to the bench. That’s not the first time Jones has shown the ability to turn the ball over, meaning Thompson will likely keep getting looks.
During week 7’s bulk work, he gained 113 total yards.
Jones is a matchup-dependent back, and Thompson will likely fit the same mold. But if he’s going to get starter looks, he’s worth an add.
Jones is putting himself into the doghouse, giving Thompson that rare ability to be a three-down running back for fantasy owners.
Jack Doyle, Indianapolis, TE
The tight end position is full of horrible weekly plays. That’s why Doyle should start getting some looks.
He’s not the most nimble of football players, but he’s making a connection with quarterback Andrew Luck. That works well for fantasy owners dying for a dependable tight end.
Doyle generated 10 targets in a week 7 win against Tennessee. He was trusted to catch the game-winning touchdown and he was a chain-mover for a team without a true possession wide receiver.
He should still get some decent work during the upcoming part of the schedule, even with a tough matchup in week 8 against Kansas City. He’s still worth a roster spot if you’re struggling with the tight end position.
