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The Week 10 Waiver Wire & FAAB Guide is designed for deep dynasty leagues, highlighting under-the-radar players who could deliver immediate production or develop into valuable long-term assets. Whether you’re looking to fill a roster hole or add upside for the future, these are the players worth targeting in Week 10 dynasty fantasy football.
All rostership percentages are based on 12-team Superflex tight-end premium dynasty leagues. At the time of publication, every player featured was rostered in 50% or fewer of Sleeper dynasty leagues. Please note this article is released prior to Sunday and Monday Night Football.
Week 10 Waiver Wire FAAB Guide
Below are our recommended FAAB bids for the top Week 10 waiver wire targets in 12-team Superflex dynasty leagues.
Week 10 Quarterback Waiver Wire Targets
Justin Fields | Kanasas City Chiefs | 37% Rostership | 2-5% FAAB
Patrick Mahomes was hit hard on his throwing arm during the Chiefs’ win against the New York Jets and is currently dealing with an elbow injury. The Chiefs will likely have him undergo testing, so this is a situation to monitor, and we should have a better idea of the injury’s severity before waivers clear. Justin Fields would get the start against the Atlanta Falcons in Week 10 if Mahomes were to miss.
Jalen Milroe | Seattle Seahawks | 49% Rostership | 2-5% FAAB
With Drew Lock dealing with an oblique injury and Sam Darnold recovering from cracked ribs, Jalen Milroe may in line for a spot start against the Las Vegas Raiders in Week 10.
Cole Payton | Philadelphia Eagles | 17% Rostership | 1-3% FAAB
In this lost season for the Philadelphia Eagles, rookie Cole Payton could get his opportunity to start. Philadelphia has seen what it has in Tanner McKee and Joe Milton; they may want to see what Payton can do. It will be interesting to see what Philadelphia does coming out of their Week 10 bye. I would not break the bank to acquire him, but it can’t hurt to put in a cheap claim.
Carson Wentz | Minnesota Vikings | 47% Rostership | 6-8% FAAB
With Kyler Murray missing Week 9’s Monday Night Football matchup against Buffalo, Carson Wentz carries decent fantasy value as the Bills rank 22nd against fantasy quarterbacks. Wentz’s three-touchdown relief performance in Week 1 remains the Vikings’ best passing game of the year, and at minimum, he will give Justin Jefferson plenty of chances, which could carry value beyond this week if the Vikings look good on Monday making Minnesota not have to rush Murray back.
Week 10 Running Back Waiver Wire Targets
Austin Ekeler | Washington Commanders | 44% Rostership | 3-5% FAAB
Austin Ekeler has been thrust into a bigger role with Jacory Croskey-Merritt on injured reserve and Jeremy McNichols suffering a season-ending foot injury. The backfield is still predominantly reserved for Rachaad White, but Ekeler will have a role carved out moving forward.
Audric Estime | New Orleans Saints | 20% Rostership | 3-5% FAAB
After Kendre Miller was cut earlier in the week, Audric Estime was signed off the Cleveland Browns’ practice squad and immediately made an impact for the New Orleans Saints. Estime rushed for 72 yards on 15 carries and found the end zone. Travis Etienne still has not started practicing, which could mean another spot start for Estime in Week 10 against the Carolina Panthers
Trevor Etienne | Carolina Panthers | 35% Rostership | 1-3% FAAB
Just like I said last week, Trevor Etienne continues to occupy the No. 2 spot on the Panthers’ depth chart. I would roster Etienne if I were the Chuba Hubbard manager. If nothing else, pick him up and trade him to the Hubbard manager.
Tyler Goodson | Dallas Cowboys | 30% Rostership | 3-5% FAAB
I have preached week after week about handcuffing Javonte Williams with Tyler Goodson. This may be my final week of pleading my case, as Goodson rushed for a career-best 77 yards on 12 carries in Dallas’ win over the Indianapolis Colts.
Khalil Herbert | Atlanta Falcons | 4% Rostership | 1-3% FAAB
Khalil Herbert remains the backup to Bijan Robinson, with Brian Robinson on injured reserve. While his role is minimal, it would increase if something happened to the two-time Pro Bowler. At the very least, Bijan managers need to be rostering Herbert.
Corey Kiner | New England Patriots | 43% Rostership | 6-10% FAAB
With the uncertainty surrounding TreVeyon Henderson and Rhamondre Stevenson leaving the game with a knee injury, it is Corey Kiner‘s time to shine in New England. Kiner is my priority add at the running back position this week.
Elijah Mitchell | Philadelphia Eagles | 45% Rostership | 1-3% FAAB
With so many injuries to the Philadelphia Eagles’ running back room, Elijah Mitchell has been elevated to the backup role to Saquon Barkley. The Eagles have a bye in Week 10, which could give the running back room time to get healthy.
Sione Vaki | Detroit Lions | 40% Rostership | 3-5% FAAB
Playoffs are on the horizon, people! Handcuff those stud running backs with the clear handcuff. Isiah Pacheco is still targeting a late December return, meaning Sione Vaki is the guy during your playoff push!
Week 10 Wide Receiver Waiver Wire Targets
Xavier Hutchinson | Houston Texans | 41% Rostership | 2-4% FAAB
It’s a crowded wide receiver room in Houston, but Xavier Hutchinson continues to see targets. Hutchinson has seen at least 5 targets in every game this season but one and has double-digit fantasy points in 3 of his last 4 matchups.
Van Jefferson | Washington Commanders | 2% Rostership | 3-5% FAAB
With injuries to the Commanders’ receiving corps, Van Jefferson was thrust into a starting role in Week 9 against the Los Angeles Rams. Jefferson made the most of his opportunity, seeing 7 targets, catching 5 passes for 58 receiving yards, and finding the end zone. Jefferson has a good Week 10 matchup against the New York Giants, but the status of Treylon Burks is worth monitoring heading into the week.
Konata Mumpfield | Los Angeles Rams | 49% Rostership | 2-4% FAAB
Puka Nacua suffered a knee injury on the Rams’ final offensive snap and will undergo an MRI on Monday. If Nacua’s injury is significant, Konata Mumpfield will step up into a larger role in the Rams’ offense.
Calvin Ridley | Tennessee Titans | 39% Rostership | 1-3% FAAB
Calvin Ridley has been a total non-factor for Tennessee all season and remains likely to be dealt ahead of next week’s trade deadline. With Tennessee on a bye week, check your waiver wire and put a bid on him in hopes of landing in a more promising situation.
Reggie Virgil | Arizona Cardinals | 14% Rostership | 1-3% FAAB
With so many injuries in the wide receiving core in Arizona, Reggie Virgil emerged as the main benefactor to targets not going to Michael Wilson or Trey McBride. While he did not turn that into much fantasy production, it is worth monitoring moving forward.
Jordan Watkins | San Francisco 49ers | 34% Rostership | 1-3% FAAB
Jordan Watkins has now had back-to-back games with at least 50 receiving yards. In Sunday’s win against the Las Vegas Raiders, Watkins had a career day and caught his first career touchdown. If Mike Evans and Deebo Samuel are not able to return in Week 10, Watkins gets a great matchup against the Dallas Cowboys.
Week 10 Tight End Waiver Wire Targets
Colby Parkinson | Los Angeles Rams | 43% Rostership | 2-4% FAAB
The roulette wheel in the Los Angeles Rams tight end room landed on Colby Parkinson, who leads the group in targets and receptions. As long as Davante Adams is out, the tight ends will be active in the Rams’ receiving core.
Darnell Washington | Pittsburgh Steelers | 49% Rostership | 3-5% FAAB
With Darnell Washington on a bye, this would be a nice sneaky waiver-wire add for a tight end who has posted double-digit points in 4 of his last 6 matchups.
Over 50% Rostered | Week 10 Fantasy Football
Other players who are great waiver wire additions but have over 50% rostership include: Drew Allar, Kaytron Allen, Elic Ayomanor, AJ Barner, Carson Beck, Skyler Bell, Kayshon Boutte, Jacoby Brissett, Pat Bryant, Demond Claiborne, Darius Cooper, Ray Davis, DeMario Douglas, Greg Dulcich, Ryan Flournoy, Pat Freiermuth, Mike Gesicki, Tre’ Harris, Gunnar Helm, Tyler Higbee, Justice Hill, Ted Hurst III, Kaleb Johnson, Daniel Jones, Max Klare, Cade Klubnik, Cooper Kupp, Drew Lock, Michael Mayer, J.J. McCarthy, Joe Milton, Gardner Minshew II, Keaton Mitchell, Chig Okonkwo, Cade Otton, Michael Penix Jr., Samaje Perine, Eli Raridon, Kalif Raymond, Anthony Richardson Sr., Aaron Rodgers, Chris Rodriguez Jr., Shedeur Sanders, Dalton Schultz, Devin Singletary, Geno Smith, Mason Taylor, Zavion Thomas, Kimani Vidal, Darren Waller, Deshaun Watson, and Malik Willis
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