Week 16 Waiver Wire Pickups
**Week 16 Waiver Wire Intro:** With the fantasy playoffs in full swing, injuries to key players like **Justin Herbert (QB)** and **Keaton Mitchell (RB)** are opening doors for late-season pickups. No byes this week, so focus on filling gaps—especially at **RB**, where depth is thin. **WRs like Demarcus Robinson (BAL)** are heating up, and **TEs like Tucker Kraft (GB)** could be sneaky plays. Spend FAAB aggressively on high-upside starters, but prioritize **handcuffs (e.g.,
🥇 Priority Pickups (Must-Adds)
Jaylen Wright (MIA - RB)
Ownership: 18%
Why: **Jaylen Wright** is a must-add if **Achane** misses time. His 15 carries (team-high) show trust in a split backfield with **Mostert**. Strong runner (4.7 YPC) with upside in Miami’s explosive offense. **ROS**: Flex/RB2 if Achane is out, but volatile if both RBs are active. **FA
💰 FAAB Recommendation: 15-20%
Demario Douglas (NE - WR)
Ownership: 22%
Why: **Demario Douglas** is a **must-add** with consistent volume (8+ targets in 3 straight) as New England’s clear WR1. Mac Jones trusts him, and his slot role ensures high-floor PPR upside. **ROS outlook**: Facing soft secondaries (DEN, BUF), he’s a **WR3/FLEX** with upside. **FAAB**:
💰 FAAB Recommendation: 15-20%
🥈 Solid Adds
Tyler Conklin (NYJ - TE)
Ownership: 31%
Why: Tyler Conklin has seen **6+ targets in 3 straight games** and benefits from **Rodgers' trust in the red zone** (3 RZ targets last week). With **no clear WR1 in NYJ**, he’s a **high-floor TE streamer** for Week 16. **FAAB: 5-8%**.
💰 FAAB: **5-10% FAAB**
Audric Estime (DEN - RB)
Ownership: 8%
Why: **Estime is a priority stash** if Javonte Williams (knee) sits. The rookie power back would split with McLaughlin but offers goal-line upside in a favorable Week 16 matchup vs. NE (5th-most RB fantasy points allowed). **FAAB: 5-10%** as a high-ceiling handcuff.
💰 FAAB: 5-10% FAAB.
🥉 Stash Candidates
Xavier Hutchinson (HOU - WR)
Ownership: 3%
Why: Hutchinson is seeing increased snaps and deep targets (4 rec, 37 yds in Week 16). With Dell out, he has flex upside in Houston’s high-volume passing attack. Worth a 5-10% FAAB bid.
💰 FAAB: $1-2% deep league flier
Isaiah Spiller (LAC - RB)
Ownership: 1%
Why: **Spiller** is the direct backup to **Ekeler** (high injury risk). Chargers' RB2 role has standalone flex value + league-winning upside if Ekeler misses time. **FAAB: 5-10%** in deeper leagues.
💰 FAAB: $1-2% - deep league stash
📉 Drop Candidates
- • Zack Moss (IND RB) - Jonathan Taylor back to full health
- • Quentin Johnston (LAC WR) - Too inconsistent for playoffs
- • Gerald Everett (LAC TE) - Target share cratering
- • Desmond Ridder (ARI QB) - Back to bench role
💎 Deeper League Gems
1. **Tyler Huntley (BAL QB)** - Lamar's backup faces SF's shaky secondary. Dual-threat upside in plus matchup. 2. **Zamir White (LV RB)** - Jacobs' likely absence gives him bell-cow volume vs. KC. 3. **Dontayvion Wicks (GB WR)** - Emerging as Love’s trusted WR
📊 Expert Analysis | Published: June 12, 2025
Waiver recommendations for Week 16 based on latest data and trends