As the Week 8 of the 2022 NFL season comes towards an end, several top players have picked up injuries. New England Patriots wide receiver DeVante Parker suffered a knee injury that ruled him out for the remainder of the game against the Miami Dolphins, while New Orleans Saints running back Mark Ingram also picked up a similar injury.
Injuries to important players and exciting performances by others influenced our Week 9 waiver wire list. Let’s take a look at the priority order, which will assist fantasy managers to target replacements, as well as give them an idea of how much of the Free Agent Acquisition Budget (FAAB) should be used to get them.
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Tyler Conklin: (Recommended FAAB: 2% of overall budget):
The New York Jets were beaten 17-22 by the New England Patriots in Week 8. However, tight end Conklin was one of the best players for the Jets as he registered 6 receptions out of 10 targets for 79 yards, 2 receiving touchdowns and 5 first downs in the game.
The 27-year-old received 42.10 fan points on Yahoo fantasy football and was rostered by 11% of managers.
Rondale Moore: (Recommended FAAB: 3% of overall budget):
The Arizona Cardinals wide receiver registered 7 receptions out of 8 targets for 92 yards, 1 receiving touchdown, 3 first downs and 2 carries for 12 yards in the 26-34 loss against the Vikings.
The 22-year-old received 23.30 points on Yahoo and was rostered by 35% managers.
Isaiah Likely: (Recommended FAAB: 5% of overall budget):
The Baltimore Ravens tight end recorded 6 receptions out of 7 targets for 77 yards and 1 receiving touchdown in the 27-22 victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
The 22-year-old received 32.10 fantasy points on Yahoo and was rostered by 5% managers.
Kenyan Drake: (Recommended FAAB: 7% of overall budget):
The Baltimore Ravens running back was another impressive performer in Week 8. He registered 7 carries for 62 yards, 4 receptions for 5 yards and 1 receiving touchdown in the game.
The 28-year-old received 43.50 fantasy points and was rostered by 31% managers.
Garrett Wilson: (Recommended FAAB: 5% of overall budget):
The New York Jets wide receiver registered 6 receptions out of 7 targets for 115 yards and 4 first downs in Week 8. He received 57.20 fan points on Yahoo and was rostered by 47% managers.
Damiere Byrd: (Recommended FAAB: 1% of overall budget):
The Atlanta Falcons wide receiver finished the 34-37 win over the Panthers with 3 receptions out of 6 targets for 67 yards, 1 receiving touchdown and 2 first downs. He received 14.00 fantasy points and was rostered by 0% managers.
Evan Engram: (Recommended FAAB: 3% of overall budget):
The Jacksonville Jaguars tight end registered 4 receptions out of 6 targets for 55 yards, 1 receiving touchdown and 2 first downs in the 21-17 loss against the Broncos. He received 43.50 fantasy points and was rostered by 43% managers.
Latavius Murray: (Recommended FAAB: 7% of overall budget):
The Denver Broncos running back was one of the best performers for his side in their win on Sunday. He finished the game with 14 carries for 46 yards, 1 rushing touchdown and 1 reception for 13 yards.
The 32-year-old received 29.20 fantasy points on Yahoo and was rostered by 40% managers.
Terrace Marshall Jr: (Recommended FAAB: 3% of overall budget):
The Carolina Panthers wide receiver was one of the best performers for his team in the loss against the Atlanta Falcons. He registered 4 receptions out of 9 targets for 87 yards in the game.
Marshall received 9.10 fan points on Yahoo and was rostered by 1% managers.
Greg Dulcich: (Recommended FAAB: 3% of overall budget):
The Denver Broncos tight end registered 4 receptions out of 5 targets for 87 yards and 3 first downs in his team’s win over the Jacksonville Jaguars. He received 19.50 fan points on Yahoo and was rostered by 42% managers.
Alexander Mattison: (Recommended FAAB: 7% of overall budget):
The Minnesota Vikings running back registered 5 receptions for 40 yards and 1 rushing touchdown in the 26-34 win over the Cardinals. The 24-year-old received 31.50 fan points on Yahoo and was rostered by 45% managers.
Mack Hollins: (Recommended FAAB: 2% of overall budget):
The Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver made 7 receptions out of 8 targets for 64 yards and 4 first downs in the 0-24 loss against the Saints. He received 53.36 fan points and was rostered by only 7% managers.
Dontrell Hilliard: (Recommended FAAB: 5% of overall budget):
The Tennessee Titans running back registered 6 carries for 78 yards and 1 reception for 12 yards in the 17-3 win over the Houston Texans. He received 39.80 fan points on Yahoo and was rostered by 12% managers.
Kalif Raymond: (Recommended FAAB: 1% of overall budget):
The Detroit Lions wide receiver made 3 receptions out of 4 targets for 76 yards and 2 first downs in the 31-27 loss against the Miami Dolphins. The 28-year-old received 23.50 fantasy points on Yahoo and was rostered by only 1% managers.
Julio Jones: (Recommended FAAB: 2% of overall budget):
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver registered 2 receptions out of 4 targets for 21 yards, 1 receiving touchdown, 1 first down and 1 carry in the 27-22 loss against the Ravens. The 33-year-old received 20.40 fan points on Yahoo and was rostered by 18% managers.
Caleb Huntley: (Recommended FAAB: 5% of overall budget):
The Atlanta Falcons running back registered 16 carries for 91 yards and 1 fumble in Week 8. He received 23.40 fan points on Yahoo and was rostered by 4% managers.
Also Read: NFL 2022: Top running backs in Week 8
Jaylen Warren: (Recommended FAAB: 5% of overall budget):
The Pittsburgh Steelers running back registered 6 carries for 50 yards and 3 receptions for 25 yards in the 13-35 loss against the Eagles. The 23-year-old rookie received 21.10 fantasy points and was rostered by 5% managers.
Alec Pierce: (Recommended FAAB: 5% of overall budget):
The Indianapolis Colts wide receiver recorded 21 receptions out of 33 targets for 308 yards, 1 receiving touchdown and 2 first downs in the 16-17 loss against the Washington Commanders. Pierce received 47.30 fantasy points on Yahoo and was rostered by 41% managers.
