Week 14 Waiver Wire Watch for Wide Receivers
Hey there! December is here, and with Thanksgiving in the rearview mirror, most leagues are wrapping up the regular season. It’s about that time to gear up for the Fantasy Football Playoffs starting next week.
Here, we’ll go over some wide receiver performances to keep an eye on as you consider waiver wire options before Week 14. Just a heads-up: we’re focusing on players who are available in up to 60% of leagues. Also, it’s the last week for league-wide byes, so make sure to check the availability of players.
Week 14 Bye Teams
Carolina Panthers, New England Patriots, New York Giants, San Francisco 49ers
Christian Watson, WR, Green Bay Packers (36.8%)
During Thanksgiving, the Packers managed a 31-24 victory over the Lions, with both Dontaevion Wicks and Christian Watson having impressive games. Watson stood out with four catches for 80 yards and a touchdown, making him one of the top 15 fantasy wideouts this week.
Watson is really emerging as a significant deep-threat option for Jordan Love. He’s ranked highly for average depth of target and yards per route run among receivers with at least 100 routes this season. He’s certainly someone to consider picking up for the upcoming face-off with the Bears, which could lead to a crucial moment in the NFC South.
Week 14 Matchup: vs. Chicago Bears, 4:25 p.m. ET
Alec Pierce, WR, Indianapolis Colts (40.7%)
The Colts experienced another tough loss, this time to the Texans, which was their third loss in four games. Despite this, Alec Pierce had a solid performance, scoring a touchdown and catching four of five targets for 81 yards.
Pierce is known for his explosive plays, boasting an impressive 20.9 yards per catch. With the Colts fighting for the AFC South title, he’ll be a key player to watch in their game against the Jaguars this Sunday.
Week 14 Matchup: @ Jacksonville Jaguars, 1:00 p.m. ET
Adonai Mitchell, WR, New York Jets (3.8%)
His role has been gradually increasing, and after a rocky start with a fumble earlier in the season, he’s been proving to be a valuable addition to the Jets’ offense. He’s definitely worth grabbing off the waiver wire.
Week 14 Matchup: vs. Miami Dolphins, 1:00 p.m. ET
Andrei Iosivas, WR, Cincinnati Bengals (19.5%)
In the Bengals’ 32-13 win against the Ravens, Iosivas made a contribution with a single catch, but that catch was a pivotal 29-yard touchdown in the third quarter. With other receivers sidelined due to concussion protocols, he’s been stepping into a larger role.
Considering Joe Burrow is back, Iosivas may find more chances to score in upcoming games, especially after his recent decent outing against the Patriots. He could be a strategic addition to your fantasy roster as the playoffs approach.
Week 14 Matchup: @ Buffalo Bills, 1:00 p.m. ET
