Particle.news
Download on the App Store

Week 16 Fantasy Waiver Wire: Injury Fallout Elevates Lawrence, Jordan, Carter and Parkinson

Injury fallout is driving short-term pickups for managers entering the fantasy semifinals.

Overview

  • Trevor Lawrence followed a 330-yard, six-TD eruption with a fifth straight QB1 finish, keeping him a top streaming add despite a tougher trip to Denver.
  • With Bam Knight exiting, Michael Carter handled 18 touches for 94 yards for Arizona and profiles as the Cardinals’ lead back against Atlanta if Knight remains sidelined.
  • Texans rookie Jawhar Jordan, elevated from the practice squad, logged 17 touches for 118 yards and is a priority pickup pending updates on Woody Marks’ ankle and Nick Chubb’s ribs before a soft matchup with Las Vegas.
  • Jacory Croskey-Merritt took 18 carries for 96 yards and a TD for Washington and stays in the RB3/Flex mix only if Chris Rodriguez Jr. cannot go on Saturday.
  • Colby Parkinson’s six TDs in six games make him a plug‑in tight end this week, while David Sills V earned 10 targets with Drake London out, and managers should also plan around Patrick Mahomes’ ACL tear and Davante Adams’ hamstring.