Man, this season is already a grind for wide receivers across the league. Injuries are just absolutely hammering every roster, and now we’ve got bye weeks kicking in, plus a bunch of backup quarterbacks stepping up. It’s a nightmare for team depth, and for us fantasy owners, it means we’re all scrambling for WRs to stream this week. But don’t sleep on these guys who are about to get their shot.
Cincy’s Receiving Corps Is A Warzone, And Meyers Is The Last Man Standing
First up, you gotta look at Dohnte Meyers in Cincinnati. This dude could be stepping in as the Bengals’ WR1, seriously. Why? Because Ja’Marr Chase is stuck in concussion protocol right now, and Tee Higgins is battling an adductor injury. It’s a mess. In Week 4, with Chase out early, Meyers absolutely came through, snatching seven receptions on nine targets for 82 yards. If both Chase and Higgins are out, you know Meyers is going to be the top target. Even if only one is sidelined, he’s a super solid option. Word is, Higgins is leaning hard towards “questionable” at best, and Chase’s concussion protocol status could honestly go either way. Keep an eye on this one all week, because it’s going to be wild.
Don’t Sleep On Wilson Or Cooper Stepping Up Big
Beyond Cincy, there are a couple of other receivers making some noise. Down in Pittsburgh, Roman Wilson has been quietly consistent. He’s seen six targets in every single game this season, and he’s hauled in at least three catches in all four. Over the last two weeks, this guy has racked up 134 receiving yards and hit paydirt with a touchdown in each game. That’s some serious production and opportunity, especially with the Steelers facing a struggling Indianapolis Colts’ defense this week.
Then there’s Darius Cooper in Philadelphia. Last week, when DeVonta Smith was out, Cooper got seven targets and snagged two touchdown passes! He ended the game with three catches for 33 yards. The big news here is that Smith’s injury is looking like a multi-week deal. That means Cooper should be right back in a solid streaming spot this week. With his volume and those crucial red zone looks, he’s got both huge upside and a decent floor.
Rookie Williams Is About To Get His Shot In Washington
And finally, let’s talk about Antonio Williams with the Commanders. With Terry McLaurin sidelined last week, this rookie saw eight targets. He only caught three for 21 yards, yeah, but he also had a massive play called back on a penalty. The real takeaway here isn’t just the stats, it’s that a talented rookie receiver is getting eight targets. That’s huge. He’s got the potential for a monster week against the New York Giants, and his upside only rockets higher if Jayden Daniels is back under center.
So, for all you fantasy managers out there, keep those eyes glued to injury reports this week. These guys are stepping up when their teams need them most, and watching them seize the moment could be the difference-maker for your roster.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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