Hello everyone! This week I’ve decided to do another piece than my regular weekly game picks. There were a lot of injuries this last week and the fantasy playoffs are coming up, making it even more important to get those waivers in. Some of these guys are solid one week streamers and some are worth a stash for the rest of the season. Below I have picked a player from each position that is worth adding:

Quarterback: Colin Kaepernick, San Francisco 49ers

I know, it’s not the sexiest pickup but believe me, it’ll pay off. Let me persuade you. Over the last three games Kap is averaging 21.8 points and that has come against solid competition (Saints, Cardinals, Patriots). He’s not doing a whole lot through the air, but what he does with his legs is more than making up for it. Now let’s look at his next four games: Dolphins, Bears, Jets, Falcons. Three of those teams are in the bottom half of the league in defense. The 49ers often find themselves trailing and typically need Kap to take the game into his hands. He’s also owned in just 17.0% of leagues (ESPN). If you are desperate for a Quarterback, you could do a lot worse.

Running Back: Wendell Smallwood, Philadelphia Eagles

Both Darren Sproles and Ryan Mathews sustained injuries on Sunday, opening the door for Smallwood. He stepped in and posted 7.9 points against a solid Seattle defense. This week he faces the Packers, who were just gashed by Rob Kelley for over 31 fantasy points. The Eagles like to run the ball to set up the passing game for Wentz. So if Smallwood ends up getting the start, you should be in line for some solid flex points. He’s owned in just 2.4% of leagues, so he should be available.

Wide Receiver: Tyler Boyd, Cincinnati Bengals

Boyd will now be starting opposite of Brandon LaFell due to AJ Green’s injury. He filled in nicely last week after Green went down, posting a 6-54-1 stat line, good for 11.4 fantasy points. He has a favorable matchup this week in Baltimore and is owned in just 5.3% of leagues. Go ahead and add the rookie if you need some WR help. Boyd should be in line for 6-10 targets a game and has some dream matchups coming up: Baltimore, Philadelphia, Cleveland and Pittsburgh.

Tight End: Jared Cook, Green Bay Packers

Go grab the former Ram right now. He returned from a six game absence last week and posted a solid 14.5 fantasy points (6-105-1-1 fmbl). He would have had another touchdown but wasn’t looking as Rodgers hit him wide open in the end zone. With the Packers struggling to get much offense going, Rodgers looked to his new weapon early and often against Washington. The tight end position is as futile as it gets in fantasy. Cook has major upside heading in to the last few games of the fantasy season and is only owned in 2.8% of leagues.

Kicker: Dan Carpenter, Buffalo Bills

Carpenter posted a solid 12 fantasy points last week and should be in line for a similar outing against Jacksonville. The Jaguars have given up more points to kickers than any other team in the league. He’s owned in just 5.8% of leagues and should be available.

Defense/Special Teams: Tennessee Titans

This is as good as it gets in terms of fantasy matchups. The Titans will face the Chicago Bears on Sunday; a team that will be without Jay Cutler and their top receiver, Alshon Jeffery. Matt Barkly will be starting at QB for Chicago. The Titans have also managed to put together 12 fantasy points over their last two games, against top tier offenses (Green Bay, Indianapolis). They also face the Jags in week 16 (championship week) and are owned in just 14.2% of leagues. The reward here greatly outshines the risk. Go get ’em.

Well there you go guys, I hope you enjoyed the read. If this is something you guys like I can do something like this every week. If you want more fantasy advice and have some start’em/sit’em questions make sure to follow me on Twitter, @SethMercil.