I’m not going to sugarcoat it: this is not the week to spend your FAAB budget on a single player. Especially if you need immediate production at the running back position…you’re probably better off trying to make a trade after this one rather than spending down the wire. There were no major injuries, and I would expect most of the guys who stood up to see their role diminish next week as the starters return.
That being said…there are still some intriguing names here that I would look to pick up. Especially when it comes to very promising young pass catchers.
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Without further ado, let’s get to the heart of the matter.
Early Week 7 Fantasy Football Waiver Thread
Quarterbacks
JJ McCarthy | NYG
List: 13%
McCarthy entered the game in the 4th quarter with 11 minutes left and set the world on fire.
243 passing yards
26 yards rushing
1 TD (and 1 INT)
Believe it or not, those 243 passing yards by McCarthy in an 11-minute span were the most of any QB in NFL history. He finished with 0.22 EPA per drop, putting him at QB5 this week. Will JJ take the starting position after this performance? That remains to be seen, but I’m definitely intrigued.
I’m not going to tell you to pick up McCarthy in your 1QB leagues just yet… but if you’re into superflex, he’s absolutely worth a look.
FAAB advice:
Basic league (team 10-12):
Great League (14-16 team):
- 1QB: 7.5%
- Superflex: 52.5%
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