As Week 14 approaches, Isaac Guerendo is an important waiver pickup, and fantasy football managers should not hesitate to spend their remaining FAAB budget on him. This week marks the end of the regular fantasy football season for most leagues, with those already in playoff contention starting to prepare for the postseason. It’s a crucial week, as the final bye week sees key teams like the Ravens, Texans, Commanders, Broncos, Colts, and Patriots off, which leaves many top fantasy players unavailable.
The fantasy playoff terrain also holds some important matchups. The Titans, Panthers, and Broncos have favorable passing schedules from Week 15 to Week 17, making their players viable waiver options. Additionally, for the running game, the Raiders’ upcoming schedule against the Falcons, Jaguars, and Saints offers strong opportunities, with young running back options available on the waiver wire.
For Week 14, various players are worth considering across positions. Quarterback Caleb Williams, available in 63% of leagues, has been performing well after a change in offensive coordinator. Though his matchup against the 49ers isn’t ideal, his rushing ability makes him an intriguing option. Will Levis, available in 95.2% of leagues, offers value with the Jaguars’ favorable matchup for quarterbacks, while Cooper Rush (96.7%) might be worth a shot against the Bengals, who often struggle defensively.
Running backs to target include Isaac Guerendo, available in 98.7% of leagues, who steps into a starting role following injuries to key players like Christian McCaffrey. Sincere McCormick, who has been impressive for the Raiders, is also a good pickup with their solid upcoming schedule. Other options include Tank Bigsby, Jaleel McLaughlin, and Kendre Miller, who are less reliable but could still provide value in the right situation.
For wide receivers, Nick Westbrook-Ikhine (80.1%) and Josh Palmer (89.7%) are worth considering, especially with increased target opportunities. Elijah Moore, Adam Thielen, Parker Washington, and Sterling Shepard are also available and could provide solid fantasy returns in deeper leagues.
In tight ends, Will Dissly (67.1%) and Juwan Johnson (94.8%) should be prioritized as streaming options with favorable usage rates. Dawson Knox (87.8%) and Noah Gray (92.8%) are solid alternatives depending on the health of their respective offenses.
Week 14 is a crucial time for managing rosters, especially with injuries and bye weeks creating opportunities for savvy pickups across all positions.
