Week 6 is here, and if you’re looking to juice up your fantasy squad, Germie Bernard, the Steelers receiver, is your absolute top-ranked waiver wire pickup right now. Justin Boone’s breaking down the best adds every Monday, and with roster percentages pulled from Yahoo leagues, Bernard is leading the pack. But seriously, there’s another name jumping off the page that’s got everyone talking, and yeah, it’s the one you think: Jameis Winston.
Winston’s Wild Ride: The Chaos is Paying Off
Look, I know what you’re thinking. Jameis Winston? Really? But hear me out. The dude is coming off two straight outings where he’s hit at least 250 yards and tossed three touchdowns each game. That’s two consecutive top-12 fantasy finishes, man! It feels wild to even say it, the 32-year-old journeyman has definitely been playing his usual brand of chaotic football since taking over as the Giants’ starter. You’re never gonna feel totally comfortable with him under center, but the production is undeniably there. He’s got the Saints up next, and their uptempo style should set him up for another solid stat line in Week 6. Just remember, this is more of a one-week streamer situation, not a rest-of-season lock. But for this week? Yeah, he’s worth that $5 FAB spend if you need a QB.
Kirk Cousins and Other Waiver Wire Warriors
Beyond Winston, you’ve got Dameon Pierce, the Eagles running back, right there among the top overall pickups too. But let’s swing back to quarterbacks for a second, because Kirk Cousins, the Raiders’ guy, is also looking like a prime target, especially after a tough loss to the Patriots. Don’t let that down game fool you, though. Cousins is still rocking as a top-10 fantasy quarterback on the season, thanks to multiple touchdowns in his first four appearances. He’s got a juicy Week 6 matchup against a Bills defense that’s been a plus-matchup for fantasy QBs, and Buffalo will be playing on a short week. Plus, the Buffalo-Las Vegas game is tied for the highest projected point total early in the week at 52.5. That screams offense! Cousins is a solid fantasy streamer until Fernando Mendoza inevitably takes over. For now, he’s a steal at $3 FAB. Other guys to keep an eye on if you’re feeling risky? Aaron Rodgers at Tampa Bay or Daniel Jones against Tennessee. If starters are out, Tyler Huntley at Cleveland or Jalon Daniels vs. Pittsburgh could be options. And for those truly desperate for a QB, Deshaun Watson vs. Baltimore or the former Seattle guy, Geno Smith, at New England are out there.
So, as we roll into Week 6, you’ve got some real opportunities to snag some production. Whether it’s the top-ranked Germie Bernard, the chaos master Jameis Winston, or the rebound king Kirk Cousins, getting these guys on your roster could be the difference-maker this Sunday. Go make those moves!
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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