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September 24, 2024 • 1hr 3min
Week 4 Waivers & Streamers + Ring of Honor Ceremony - Fantasy Football Podcast for 9/24
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In this episode of the Fantasy Footballers podcast, hosts Andy, Jason and Mike break down the top waiver wire pickups for Week 4, discuss key injuries and disappointing performances from Week 3, and provide streaming quarterback options. They analyze emerging players to monitor and potential drop candidates as fantasy managers look to improve their rosters heading into the fourth week of the NFL season.
Week 4 Waivers & Streamers + Ring of Honor Ceremony - Fantasy Football Podcast for 9/24
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Key Takeaways
- Top waiver wire pickups for Week 4: RBs Bucky Irving and Braylon Allen, WRs Jauan Jennings and Darnell Mooney
- Streaming QB options: Andy Dalton vs CIN, Geno Smith vs DET, Justin Fields vs IND
- Potential drop candidates: Michael Pittman, Keenan Allen, Zamir White
- Injuries to monitor: Austin Ekeler (concussion), Cooper Kupp (hamstring), Christian McCaffrey (calf)
- Emerging players to watch: Rico Dowdle (DAL RB), Roschon Johnson (CHI RB), Romeo Doubs (GB WR)
- Disappointing starts: Cincinnati Bengals (0-3), Anthony Richardson, Brandon Aiyuk
Introduction
In this episode of the Fantasy Footballers podcast, hosts Andy, Jason and Mike break down the top waiver wire pickups for Week 4, discuss key injuries and disappointing performances from Week 3, and provide streaming quarterback options. They analyze emerging players to monitor and potential drop candidates as fantasy managers look to improve their rosters heading into the fourth week of the NFL season.
Topics Discussed
Monday Night Football Recap (5:30)
The hosts recapped the Monday night doubleheader, highlighting key performances:
- Bills vs. Jaguars: Josh Allen dominated with 4 first half TDs in a blowout win
- Commanders vs. Bengals: Sam Howell impressed with 2 TDs and 91% completion percentage
- Terry McLaurin finally broke out with 4 catches for 100 yards and a TD
- Joe Burrow had his best game of the season but Cincinnati fell to 0-3
Andy noted the Bengals' struggles, saying: "They've lost to New England. Okay, New England's projected win total was what, four and a half, I think? They've lost to the Commanders. They were projecting win total maybe five and a half. Carolina in Carolina. Andy Dalton. This is not a guaranteed win of any kind."
NFL News and Injuries (20:25)
The hosts provided updates on key injuries and news around the league:
- Cooper Kupp (hamstring): Expected to miss at least one more week
- Najee Harris (arm): Seen with arm in sling but expected to play Week 4
- Sam LaPorta (ankle): Day-to-day with low ankle sprain
- Christian McCaffrey (calf): Seeing specialist in Germany, could miss until Week 10
- Brock Purdy (back): Day-to-day with back soreness
- Adam Thielen (hamstring): Placed on IR, out at least 4 weeks
Mike provided insight on McCaffrey's timeline: "Bets is guessing week ten right now, Brock, which is after they have a week nine buy. So, again, these, we don't know for sure, but this is the speculation."
Waiver Wire - Running Backs (26:40)
The hosts discussed the top RB waiver wire pickups for Week 4:
- Bucky Irving (TB) and Braylon Allen (NYJ): Top two priorities, both rookies impressing in limited work
- Emmanuel Wilson (LV): Backup to Josh Jacobs who had 12 carries for 50 yards and a TD
- Justice Hill (BAL): Getting consistent work as Baltimore's RB2
- Cam Akers (CIN): Potential spot start if Joe Mixon misses time
- Rico Dowdle (DAL): Taking over as lead back over Ezekiel Elliott
- Roschon Johnson (CHI): Rookie seeing increased snaps, could take over lead role
Andy explained his ranking of Irving over Allen: "The only reason I have Bucky Irving higher is because I think the disparity between Breece Hall and how foundational his role is and the difference between that and what Rashad White can do between the tackles dealing with the groin injury and the fact Bucky Irving could catch passes and earned more targets."
Waiver Wire - Wide Receivers (34:35)
The hosts analyzed the top WR waiver wire options:
- Jauan Jennings (SF): Exploded for 11/175/3 with Deebo Samuel out
- Darnell Mooney (CHI): 8 targets in Week 3, emerging as Fields' top target
- Romeo Doubs (GB): Potential breakout candidate when Jordan Love returns
- Trey Tucker (LAC): 7/96/1 in Week 3, could see increased role
- Calvin Austin (PIT): 4/95/1 in Week 3, explosive playmaker
Jason cautioned on Jennings: "We don't know the health of George Kittle. We don't know the health of Deebo either. So that. How are you guys playing Juan not knowing any of those things because if those two guys come back, Juan is still a fine pickup. But I mean, are you going to burn a top priority?"
Waiver Wire - Tight Ends (45:20)
The hosts discussed potential TE streaming options:
- Cole Kmet (CHI): 10/97/1 in Week 3, could see increased targets with Keenan Allen out
- Tyler Conklin (NYJ): 5/93 in Week 3, playing 92% of snaps
- Mike Gesicki (NE): Still involved in passing game with 5 targets
- Zach Ertz (WAS): 5 catches in Week 3, important part of offense
Mike explained his preference for Kmet: "If that sticks, if Gerald Everett is basically not a part of this passing offense and Keenan Allen is gone, I think Cole Kmet, there's reasons to be excited. I mean, he had ten for 97 and a touchdown. It's hard to do that."
Waiver Wire - Defense/Special Teams (49:40)
The hosts highlighted DST streaming options for Week 4:
- Tennessee vs MIA
- Houston vs JAX
- New Orleans vs ATL
- Los Angeles Rams vs CHI
- Chicago vs LAR
Mike noted the potential in the Rams-Bears matchup: "I think the Rams Bears game is going to be great for both defenses. You've got a really banged up Rams offensive line and they, they figured it out. They did some different things against the San Francisco 49ers just last week. But the Bears are a good defense."
Streaming Quarterback Options (53:12)
The hosts provided their top QB streaming picks for Week 4:
- Andy Dalton vs CIN: Revenge game against former team with weak defense
- Geno Smith vs DET: Completing 75% of passes, should be in shootout
- Justin Fields vs IND: Colts allowing 2nd most yards per game
Andy made the case for Dalton: "Cincinnati's defense, I put it in quotes, 26th in points per game allowed, 29th in pressures. And they're at home. I mean, like Andy Dalton at home against Cincinnati."
Drop Candidates (43:10)
The hosts debated potential drop candidates in fantasy leagues:
- Michael Pittman: Struggling with Anthony Richardson at QB
- Keenan Allen: Injured and in struggling offense
- Zamir White: Limited role behind Josh Jacobs
- Gus Edwards: Losing work to Justice Hill
Mike advised on Pittman: "I don't think I would drop Michael Pittman, but if you're considering dropping Michael Pittman, I would very much look to package trade him. He has a big name, draft capital, target share, all those things."
Conclusion
As fantasy managers look to improve their rosters heading into Week 4, the waiver wire offers several intriguing options at each position. Rookie RBs Bucky Irving and Braylon Allen headline the top pickups, while WRs Jauan Jennings and Darnell Mooney could provide a boost to struggling passing games. Streaming QBs like Andy Dalton and Geno Smith offer upside in favorable matchups. Managers should monitor key injuries to Austin Ekeler, Cooper Kupp and Christian McCaffrey while considering potential drop candidates like Michael Pittman and Keenan Allen. With several teams off to disappointing starts, identifying breakout players and capitalizing on favorable matchups will be crucial for fantasy success in the coming weeks.