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  October 9, 2025 Congratulations, you survived the first set of bye weeks! With only the Houston Texans and Minnesota Vikings on bye in Week 6, navigating roster decisions becomes significantly easier. However, both teams feature numerous fantasy-relevant players, creating competition on the waiver wire. Here are the top pickups to target as we head into Week 6. The No-Brainer Add RB Rico Dowdle, Carolina Panthers While we typically limit recommendations to players rostered in under 50% of leagues, exceptions must be made for no-brainer additions. A running back who rushes for over 200 yards qualifies as such an exception. Dowdle was positioned for a significant game against Miami in Week 5 due to Chuba Hubbard's calf injury, and he delivered spectacularly for those who started him. His final line: 23 rushes for 206 yards and a touchdown, plus three receptions for 28 yards. He recorded six carries of 10+ yards. This marked the first time Dowdle exceeded 10 carries this seas...

  October 1, 2025 The arrival of bye weeks in Week 5 marks a critical juncture for fantasy football managers. With the Atlanta Falcons, Chicago Bears, Green Bay Packers, and Pittsburgh Steelers all taking the week off, waiver wire decisions become more crucial than ever. While long-term value remains important, finding the right one-week stopgaps can make or break your matchup. Here are the top waiver wire pickups to target ahead of Week 5. Running Backs Woody Marks, Houston Texans Woody Marks emerged as Week 4's breakout star, rushing for 69 yards and a touchdown on 17 carries while adding four catches for 50 yards against the Tennessee Titans. This explosive performance came after the Texans averaged just 17.0 rush attempts per game by running backs through their 0-3 start. The game script played a significant role in Marks' opportunity. Houston's early lead allowed them to lean heavily on the ground game, giving the rookie fourth-round pick more carries and targets...