Week 6 of the 2022 NFL Season saw Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Kenny Pickett and Baltimore Ravens running back JK Dobbins suffering injuries and did not return on the field later in their respective games. Pickett suffered a concussion after scoring his first career passing touchdown, whereas it was reported that Dobbins would be needing an MRI to evaluate his condition.

Injuries as well as terrific performances by several players have influenced Opoyi’s Week 7 waiver wire list. Let’s take a look at the priority order, based on which fantasy owners could be targeting players with suggestions regarding how much of the Free Agent Acquisition Budget (FAAB) could be used.

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1. Tyquan Thornton – (Recommended FAAB: 2% of overall budget):

The New England Patriots beat the Cleveland Browns 38-15 in Week 6 of the 2022 NFL season. Patriots wide receiver Tyquan Thornton was one of the standout players in the game as he registered 4 receptions out of 5 targets for 37 yards, 1 passing touchdown, 3 first downs, 3 carries for 16 yards and 1 rushing touchdown in the game.

The 22 -year-old received 1.70 fan points on Yahoo fantasy football and was rostered by only 1% managers.

2. Kenyan Drake – (Recommended FAAB: 10% of overall budget):

The Baltimore Ravens were defeated 20-24 by the New York Giants on October 16. However, Drake was one of the best players for the hosts on the field. He registered 10 carries for 119 yards, 1 rushing touchdown and 1 reception for 8 yards in the game.

The 28-year-old running back received 9.10 fan points on Yahoo fantasy football and was rostered by only 4% managers.

3. Parris Campbell – (Recommended FAAB: 2% of overall budget):

The Indianapolis Colts wide receiver was a standout performer in his team’s 34-27 victory against the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 6. He registered 7 receptions out of 11 targets for 57 yards, 1 receiving touchdown and 4 first downs in the game.

The 25-year-old received 16.70 fan points on Yahoo and was rostered by only 2% managers.

4. Hunter Henry – (Recommended FAAB: 3% of overall budget):

The New England Patriots tight end put up a terrific performance against the Cleveland Browns, a game they won 38-15. He registered 4 receptions out of 7 targets for 61 yards, 1 receiving touchdown and 3 first downs in the game.

The 27-year-old received 14.00 fan points on Yahoo and was rostered by 36% managers.

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5. Robert Tonyan – (Recommended FAAB: 5% of overall budget):

The Green Bay Packers tight end was one of the best players for his side in the 27-10 loss against the New York Jets. He registered 10 receptions for 12 targets for 90 yards and 4 first downs in the game.

Tonyan received 27.40 fan points on Yahoo and was rostered by 42% managers.

6. Alec Pierce – (Recommended FAAB: 8% of overall budget):

The Indianapolis Colts wide receiver had a memorable night against the Jacksonville Jaguars as his team won the game 34-27. He registered 3 receptions out of 7 targets for 49 yards, 1 touchdown and 2 first downs in the game.

The 22-year-old received 29.70 fan points on Yahoo and was rostered by 38% managers.

7. Tre’Quan Smith – (Recommended FAAB: 4% of overall budget):

The New Orleans Saints wide receiver put up a terrific performance in the 26-30 loss against the Cincinnati Bengals. He registered 3 receptions out of as many targets for 43 yards, 1 touchdown and 3 first downs.

Smith received 16.30 fan points on Yahoo fantasy and was rostered by 0% managers.

8. Wan’Dale Robinson – (Recommended FAAB: 7% of overall budget):

The New York Giants wide receiver was one of the crucial players behind his team’s 24-20 victory over the Ravens. He finished the game with 3 receptions out of 4 targets for 37 yards, 1 touchdown and 3 first downs.

Robinson received 1 fan point on Yahoo and was rostered by 8% managers.

9. Donovan Peoples-Jones – (Recommended FAAB: 1% of overall budget):

The Cleveland Browns wide receiver was one of the positives for his team in the 15-38 loss against the Patriots. He recorded 4 receptions out of 5 targets for 74 yards, 3 first downs and 1 carry for 3 yards in the game.

Jones received 27.10 fan points on Yahoo and was rostered by 15% managers.

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10. Rondale Moore – (Recommended FAAB: 5% of overall budget):

The Arizona Cardinals wide receiver was one of his side’s positives in the 9-19 loss against the Seattle Seahawks in Week 6. He registered 6 receptions out of 10 targets for 49 yards and 1 first down in the game.

Moore received 11.80 fan points on Yahoo and was rostered by 46% managers.

11. Ben Skowronek – (Recommended FAAB: 5% of overall budget):

The Los Angeles Rams wide receiver had a great Sunday as his team beat the Carolina Panthers 24-10. He finished the game with 5 receptions out of as many targets for 40 yards, 2 first downs, 1 carry for 17 yards and 1 rushing touchdown.

The 25-year-old received 27.10 fan points and was rostered by 2% managers.

12. Latavius Murray – (Recommended FAAB: 8% of overall budget):

The Denver Broncos running back was impressive in his side’s 19-16 loss against the Los Angeles Chargers in Monday Night Football. He finished the game with 15 carries for 66 yards and 1 reception for -2 yards.

The 32-year-old received 13.00 fan points on Yahoo and was rostered by 15% managers. 

13. Josh Palmer – (Recommended FAAB: 5% of overall budget):

The Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver displayed an inspiring gameplay in Monday Night Football. He registered 9 receptions out of 12 targets for 57 yards and 2 first downs. 

The 23-year-old received 33.20 fan points on Yahoo fantasy and was rostered by 26% managers.