As the San Francisco 49ers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers both deal with injuries to their big players, we take a look at some of the top NFL fantasy football waivers ahead of Week 8.
ricky Pearsall – WR, San Francisco 49ers
- Week 7 points: 5.10
- Next game: vs Dallas Cowboys
The NFL on Sunday hailed one of the great comeback stories of the 2024 season as San Francisco 49ers rookie wide receiver Ricky Pearsall made his regular season debut just 50 days after he was shot in the chest during an attempted robbery this summer. did. Pearsall was selected 31st overall by Florida State in the first round of the draft earlier this year.
He made his return with three catches for 21 yards in San Francisco’s 28-18 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs in a Super Bowl rematch, but he may already be ready for a prominent role. The 49ers’ receiving room has taken a hit due to a rash of injuries, with Brandon Aiyuk expected to miss the rest of the season with a torn ACL. Meanwhile, Deebo Samuel was suffering from a type of pneumonia and was taken to a local hospital after water had collected in his lungs. As a result, fourth-round rookie Jacob Cowing will lead the Niners’ receivers over the weekend with 50 yards on two catches, which is surpassed by tight end George Kittle’s six catches. He had one catch for 92 yards. Jauan Jennings has established himself as a reliable next-choice for Kyle Shanahan, but Pearsall may realize his opportunity sooner than expected.
Russell Wilson – QB, Pittsburgh Steelers
- Week 7 points: 24.86
- Next game: vs New York Giants
Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin started Russell Wilson over Justin Fields this week, despite the veteran missing the first six games of the season with an injury and the team falling to 4-2. Opinions were divided in response to the decision. Wilson was ready to start this year as a starter, but was sidelined at the end of the summer as both he and Fields arrived during the offseason.
Tomlin’s decision paid off, as Wilson overcame a rough start to score in a 37-15 win over the New York Jets, going 16-of-29 for 264 yards and two touchdowns in a 37-15 win over the New York Jets, including Aaron Rodgers. Ruined Davante Adams’ debut following his reunion with. . Wilson was brought in to add more downfield aggression to the Steelers’ offense, as evidenced by George Pickens reeling in a 100-yard game.
Keon Coleman – WR, Buffalo Bills
- Week 7 points: 16.50
- Next game: @Seattle Seahawks
It’s been a struggle in recent weeks for the Buffalo Bills’ offense, which has stagnated after early-season commitments from a receiving group that was expected to share the workload following the departure of Stefon Diggs in the offseason. I was doing it. A similar story threatened to materialize during a rough first half against the Tennessee Titans on Sunday, but Josh Allen rallied the team en route to a 34-10 victory, during which Amari Cooper pitched in midweek. He was traded to the end zone in his debut. Cleveland Browns.
Among the standout positives was a breakout game from rookie wide receiver Coleman, who led all Bills receivers with 125 yards on four catches. It was the first time this year that a Bills receiver had over 100 yards in a game, and the most receiving yards by a Bills receiver since Gabe Davis had 130 yards in Week 16 of the 2023 season. Sure, the failed Titans coverage helped some, but it still took Coleman time to exploit the defense’s weaknesses.
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Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes has an incredible run for 33 yards in Week 7 against the San Francisco 49ers.
Cade Otton – TE, Tampa Bay Buccaneers
- Week 7 points: 18.00
- Next game: vs Atlanta Falcons
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers announced their own injury after Chris Godwin suffered a suspected ankle dislocation and Mike Evans suffered a hamstring issue in Monday night’s 41-31 loss to the Baltimore Ravens. has also dealt with a major injury setback. They have 821 receiving yards and 10 touchdowns through seven weeks so far this season, ranking among the top four in the league in scoring offense.
Baker’s Mayfield caught 8 of 10 targets Monday for the Bucs’ tight end for a career-high 100 yards in a valiant effort in the absence of players, despite bruises and bruises. He turned to Cade Otton for a spectacular one-handed helmet grab. Tampa Bay’s two-star weapon. The Bucks will rely on a dual threat in Rathard White and a backfield of Sean Tucker and Bucky Irving, but Otton will likely be Mayfield’s next favorite target on the outside.
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Highlights of Baltimore Ravens vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers from Week 7 of the NFL season.
Hunter Henry – TE, New England Patriots
- Week 7 points: 17.20
- Next game: vs New York Jets
New England’s quarterback change has re-emerged Hunter Henry as a key component in Alex Van Pelt’s offense. Rookie Drake Maye emerged as one of the favorite options for tight end Target 9 following his touchdown catch last week against the Houston Texans as the Patriots lost 32-16 to the Jacksonville Jaguars in London. He caught eight of his passes for 92 yards. Not only has he been an ideal safety blanket for the first-year quarterback under Crosser, but he’s also in tune with Maye’s ventures to extend off-script plays outside of the pocket.
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Trent Williams of the San Francisco 49ers was ejected for throwing a punch at Brian Cook of the Kansas City Chiefs in Week 7 of the NFL.
kansas city chiefs defense
- Week 7 points: 8.0
- Next Game: @ Las Vegas Raiders
The Chiefs, led by Steve Spagnuolo’s team, continue to lead the Super Bowl champions’ undefeated start, and while they boast arguably the best defense in the NFL, that doesn’t necessarily show up in the numbers when it comes to fantasy. They had a better week on Sunday, beating the 49ers 28-18 with three interceptions from Brock Purdy, giving them eight points. They currently have at least six points in each of their last three games in fantasy, rank 25th in scoring, have question marks at quarterback, and will face a struggling Las Vegas Raiders offense minus Davante Adams. Preparing.
Week 8 begins Thursday night with the Minnesota Vikings visiting the Los Angeles Rams early Friday morning at 1:15 a.m., live on Sky Sports NFL.; Also streaming on NOW.
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