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FFT Express - EARLY Week 7 Waiver Wire TARGETS! Cooper, Tyson, Tracy Jr, Murray, Henry, & Others! (10/19 Fantasy Football Podcast)

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10 min
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Oct 19, 2026
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Mon, October 19, 2026
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J.J. McCarthyJordyn TysonA.J. BrownAaron RodgersAdonai MitchellBam KnightColby ParkinsonD.J. MooreDrake MayeGarrett WilsonHunter HenryJaleel McLaughlinJalen HurtsJordan Addison
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A.J. Brown

PositiveRole0:57

Eisenberg notes that AJ Brown is going to be better, suggesting his involvement will increase. This is mentioned in context of Drake Maye needing other players to make plays, implying Brown's return to form will help the Eagles offense.

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Aaron Rodgers

PositiveMatchup4:42

Taking on the Saints this week; given a slight nod over Kyler Murray as a starting option for this week.

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Adonai Mitchell

NegativeRole1:16

Eisenberg cites Mitchell as a concern when evaluating Omar Cooper Jr., noting the competition for targets. Mitchell's presence limits Cooper's upside in the receiving corps.

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Bam Knight

NegativeRole6:54

Worth a look with his role; the Cardinals may keep Jeremiah Love out for one more week, creating opportunity.

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Colby Parkinson

PositiveRole8:00

Colby Parkinson is worth looking at in deeper leagues coming off a strong recent game; if Devante Adams is out, both Parkinson and Tyler Higbee could have increased opportunity.

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D.J. Moore

NegativeRole1:54

Coming off the bye week; Eisenberg notes that regardless of DJ Moore's status, Khalil Shakir's role may remain the same. This suggests Moore's return won't necessarily diminish Shakir's opportunities.

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Drake Maye

NegativeRole0:57

Eisenberg notes that Drake Maye will still need other players to make plays for him, suggesting the receiving corps around him remains important for fantasy purposes despite recent performances.

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Garrett Wilson

NegativeRole1:16

Eisenberg notes that Garrett Wilson is going to be more involved going forward, which is a concern when evaluating Omar Cooper Jr.'s upside. Wilson's increased involvement limits Cooper's target share.

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Hunter Henry

PositiveProjection6:00

Hunter Henry has produced quality output in three straight games and remains a definite option to start against the Bears on Thursday night; despite new Patriots weapons that were expected to decrease his value, he continues to produce at a high level.

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J.J. McCarthy

PositiveRole5:38

McCarthy must be picked up in two-quarterback and super flex leagues if he becomes the starter at any point for the rest of the season; there's a chance he may start in week seven, though the Giants haven't given clear indication whether McCarthy or James Winston will start.

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PositiveSleeper5:44

Must be picked up in two-quarterback and super flex leagues; if he's the starter at any point for the rest of the season, you want to have him on your team.

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Jaleel McLaughlin

NegativeSleeper7:00

Worth a look in deeper leagues; uncertainty around the Browns backfield creates opportunity.

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Jalen Hurts

NegativeInjury5:38

Out for the season; this opens the door for Tanner McKee to be the Eagles starter.

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Jordan Addison

PositiveRole5:03

Hopefully able to play; his availability would give Kyler Murray his full complement of weapons for the upcoming stretch.

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Jordyn Tyson

PositiveValue2:39

Eisenberg recommends Jordan Tyson if you have an IR spot, suggesting he's a worthwhile stash for long-term value despite current unavailability.

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PositiveSleeper2:59

If you have an IR spot, definitely stash him; he will play at some point and should be heavily involved with the Saints, not expected to stop throwing; he should have a chance to make plays down the stretch.

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Kendre Miller

NegativeUsage5:21

Just had a lot of carries with Travis Henry not returning for at least one more game; worth exploring if you have a roster spot, but limited catches and touchdown-dependent; Alvin Kamara is currently scoring the touchdowns and catching them.

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Kendrick Bourne

PositiveRole1:54

Despite not having a great game yesterday, Eisenberg highlights Bourne's involvement with the Eagles. With two games now of no Marvin Harrison, Bourne's role remains consistent. Eisenberg suggests monitoring his performance as the season progresses.

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Khalil Shakir

PositiveRole1:54

Putting back-to-back strong games; Eisenberg notes that Shakir's role may remain consistent regardless of what happens with DJ Moore, suggesting his opportunities are secure.

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Kyler Murray

PositiveMatchup4:42

Taking on the Colts this week and is one of two guys to look at as starters; will have a good upcoming stretch and should benefit from his full complement of weapons, especially if Jordan Addison is able to play.

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Lamar Jackson

NegativeRole2:32

Eisenberg notes that Jacoby Lane should have better games moving forward, especially when Lamar Jackson plays, suggesting Jackson's involvement is important for Lane's fantasy value.

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Marvin Harrison Jr.

NegativeRole1:54

Two games now without Marvin Harrison; Eisenberg notes this context when discussing Kendrick Bourne's involvement with the Eagles, suggesting Harrison's absence has created opportunity for other receivers.

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Michael Mayer

NegativeRole7:07

Michael Mayer scored 15-16 PPR points in his last game and will alternate with Trey Tucker for second-target opportunities; as the tight end in the offense with Brock Powers as a receiver, Mayer will get opportunities from Cousins and represents a good low-end starting option with potential rest-of-season value.

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Michael Penix Jr.

PositiveProjection5:07

Third option for deeper one-quarterback leagues; coming off a three-touchdown game and has been very good prior to this week, though hasn't had big numbers; the Falcons are likely to be in a shootout or chasing points against the 49ers, setting up well for Penix.

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Najee Harris

NegativeRole5:48

In the Giants backfield competition, Harris is not expected to be the preferred alternate plan; the younger player (Tyrone Tracy) has a better chance to break through.

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Omar Cooper Jr.

PositiveBreakout0:49

Coming off a strong game; Jamie Eisenberg highlights him as the headliner for Week 7 waiver wire pickups. Eisenberg notes that as a first-round pick, Cooper warrants attention and could be at least a starter in three-receiver leagues for the rest of the season, though he acknowledges the Adonai Mitchell competition and Garrett Wilson's increased involvement as offsetting factors.

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Rashod Bateman

NegativeInjury2:32

Got injured, which opened opportunity for Jacoby Lane. Bateman's injury is the reason Lane is getting increased opportunities with the Ravens.

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Romeo Doubs

NegativeInjury0:57

Potentially injured, which impacts the receiving corps around him. Eisenberg notes that if Dobbs misses time, it creates opportunity for other receivers like Mario Douglas, as Drake Maye will still need other players to make plays.

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Tanner McKee

PositiveRole5:28

Will be the starter for the Eagles at least for the foreseeable future following Jalen Hurts being out for the season; uncertainty remains about whether he'll hold onto the job long-term.

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Tommy Tremble

NegativeRole8:12

Tommy Tremble has been alternating with Darren Waller in terms of opportunities and routes run; he scored a couple of touchdowns this weekend and could be an option for teams playing well or seeking touchdown upside.

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Tyrone Tracy

PositiveBreakout5:42

Worth exploring if you have a roster spot because he had a productive game and the Giants backfield is wide open; he showed promise in preseason before fumble issues plagued him, but after his recent performance with Kim Scadaboo benched, Tracy may break through.

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Episode Transcript

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0:00EARLY Look at the Waiver Wire for Fantasy Week 7 right now on Fantasy Football Today Express.
0:05What's up, everybody? Welcome to the show. It's Adam Azer and Jamie Eisenberg.
0:08And Jamie, who's headlining the Waiver Wire this week.
0:11This is one of those weeks where it's not great.
0:13You know, we don't have, thankfully, any big injury replacements.
0:16And we have, you know, a few things happening with the bye weeks.
0:20For example, we're recording this Monday afternoon. We may have a commander's back, a commander's running back to go get after Ja'Cory
0:25Kraske-Marratt's not going to play in Monday night's game against the 49ers.
0:29So Rashad White and Austin Eckler are in the range of running backs that we tend to talk about 65% or less rostered on CBS Sports.
0:36But really, I think this is a good week to find a backup quarterback or maybe a long-term answer quarterback.
0:41You might be able to find a wide receiver that can help you long-term and a tight end or two that can help you long-term as well.
0:49I think if you're looking at the headliner for me, it would probably be Omar Cooper Jr.
0:53coming off strong game. You know, it's funny. I was thinking about this with Jeremy Bernard.
0:57We've had some, you know, these pop-up games, you know, Cardinal Tate's starting to come along a little bit.
1:03This receiving class, this rookie receiving class, we sort of crapped all over it a little bit.
1:07I wish we would see a healthy Deshaun Shribbling, for example.
1:10But Bernard, with what he's doing and maybe now what Omar Cooper can do, you might have somebody that could be at
1:16least a starter in three receiver leagues rest of season.
1:19Yeah, I guess my issue with Cooper, I look forward to talking about it tomorrow, is the Adonai Mitchell thing.
1:24And, you know, just Garrett Wilson going to be more involved going forward.
1:28Yeah, Christian Gonzalez shut him down. But yeah, he, look, first-round pick does that.
1:32You got to pay attention. Good stuff. So what about like the receiver?
1:35Let's stick with the receiver. That's where the better names are.
1:38Okay. So we have a few things at play here.
1:41I think you're looking at the, to me, the next guy, and I know it's been sort of hit or miss, but
1:47the Mario Douglas, he's now had two strong games.
1:49I know you go back two weeks ago and say broken play wide open touchdown, but he did score twice.
1:55And then he comes back and has this game.
1:57And now you have Romeo Dobbs potentially injured. I know AJ Brown's going to be better.
2:01Ten targets, all those things. Drake may is going to still need other players to make plays for him.
2:07And so if Dobbs is going to miss time, Matt Collins on IR, tomorrow, Douglas is worth a look again.
2:12I wouldn't spend a lot of fab on him.
2:14Kendrick Bourne, I know not a great game yesterday, but still the involvement, you see it with the, the two games now of no Marvin Harrison.
2:21We'll find out about DJ Moore coming off the bye week, but Khalil Shakir is not putting back to back strong games.
2:27And, you know, his role may still be the same, no matter what happens to, to DJ Moore.
2:32And then, you know, couple, three rookies that I think are worth looking into to are playing.
2:37One is not. Um, Casey Concepcion comes through the concussion protocol.
2:40It feels like we're just waiting for him to do something special.
2:43Um, targets have, have been there for him. Um, so hopefully there's going to be some good performances, good matchup this week against Tennessee.
2:50Uh, Jacoby Lane, Rashad Bateman got injured and Lane, you know, maybe shook the rust off from the wrist injury.
2:55So hopefully he'll have some better games moving forward, especially the Mar Jackson plays.
2:59Yeah. And then for what it's worth, Jordan Tyson, you know, if you have a IR spot, definitely stash him.
3:04If you don't, he's going to play at some point.
3:07And again, I don't think, uh, we've said this a lot.
3:10I don't think we're going to see the Texans, excuse me, the, uh, saints stop throwing.
3:14He's going to be heavily involved and should have a chance to make his plays down stretch.
3:19Any good running backs to pick up this week?
3:21No. Um, but, uh, you know, a few worth looking into again, if we get past the Texas situation, uh, Kendra Miller
3:27just had a lot of carries, uh, Travis H and not going to return, uh, at least for one more game.
3:33So Miller's worth a look again, you know what you're getting, not a lot of catches and touchdown dependent.
3:38And right now Alvin Kamara is at least scoring the touchdowns, catching them.
3:42Uh, I think you got to explore if you have a roster spot, Tyrone Tracy, just because he had a productive game
3:48and the giants backfield is so wide open. You make the same case for Najee Harris.
3:52But my guess is that Harris is not going to be the, the preferred alternate plan.
3:56I have no idea what to make of it, but you know, maybe the younger player has a chance to break through
4:02and, you know, seemingly had a, a chance to be a contributor in the preseason and then fumble issues just plagued him.
4:08So hopefully after what he just did in the game where Kim Scadaboo was, you know, quote unquote, not benched, but benched,
4:14um, Tracy may be worth a look. Uh, Zonovan night just with his role and knowing that the Cardinals may keep, uh,
4:20Jeremiah love out for one more week. And then we don't know exactly what's happening with the Browns backfield.
4:25Jaleel McLaughlin and Audrey guest, the mayor worth a look in deeper leagues.
4:29All right. We're going to take a break. And when we come back, we'll give you quarterbacks, tight ends, DSTs to look
4:35at on the waiver wire for week seven. We'll be right back.
4:38How about the quarterbacks this week, Jamie? So this is actually a pretty decent position.
4:42Uh, there's two guys that I would look at as starters for this week, and that would be Kyler Murray taking on
4:48the Colts and Aaron Rodgers taking on the saints.
4:51I think both guys are in play here as starting options.
4:54I give a slight nod toward Rodgers for one week.
4:56Uh, but Murray is going to have a good upcoming stretch and we nice to see what he looks like with his full complement of weapons.
5:03So hopefully Jordan Addison's able to play. Uh, so those would be two.
5:07And then Michael Penix will be the third. If you're looking for an option in deeper one quarterback leagues, we kind of
5:13got the blueprint of what this Falcons game could go.
5:15Like if the 49ers offense shows up and Penix has to throw, uh, coming off a three touchdown game, he's been very good prior to this.
5:23He just hasn't had big numbers. And my guess is they're going to be in a shootout or chasing points.
5:28So I like the setup for Michael Penix and in deeper leagues, and then two QB leagues, Tanner McKee, we know is
5:34going to be the starter for the Eagles, uh, at least for the foreseeable future.
5:38We don't know if he'll hold onto the job, but he is, uh, he, you know, Jalen hurts now out for the season.
5:44And then JJ McCarthy must be picked up in two quarterback and super flex leagues.
5:48If he's the starter at any point for the rest of the season, you want to have him on your team.
5:54So, um, we don't even know if we, we, there's a chance he may start in week seven.
5:59The giants just haven't given us any indication if it'll be, uh, McCarthy or James Winston.
6:03Tight ends. You know, you talked about Demario Douglas.
6:06There's also, uh, Hunter Henry, and I don't know who the top priority should be.
6:10Obviously it depends on who you need, but they both have been pretty good recently.
6:14I'm sure he's on your list. Who else at tight end?
6:17So again, very similar quarterback. I think there's two guys that you can say have the ability to be starters, uh, for this.
6:23Yeah, go on. Don't ignore it. Just ignore it.
6:25Hey, happy birthday to you. He's 50. How's it feel being a 50 year old?
6:29You'll fart. Feels, uh, no different than, than 49.
6:32Um, right now. I'm sure it'll, it'll, it'll kick in.
6:35You know, listen, I'm, I feel like I'm a young man still.
6:38So, uh, a hundred percent, uh, 50 is a new 30.
6:41Well, happy birthday is going. All right. So far.
6:43It's going great. Uh, just had a little surprise lunch.
6:46My wife surprised me with a bunch of friends showing up.
6:49Oh, nice. You know, people come out on a work day and spend some time.
6:53Um, so I really appreciate that. And you know, it's been nice to hear from a lot of old friends.
6:58You know how that goes. Yeah, that's cool, man.
7:01All right. But I don't care. Tight ends. Uh, the two that I would look at as potential starters, Hunter Henry's the easy one.
7:07Um, like you said, three straight games now of quality production.
7:10And, you know, it's kind of like, we're back to last year where we thought all these new weapons for the Patriots would sort of decrease his value.
7:18And here he is, you know, continuing to produce.
7:20So, um, definite option to start against the bears on Thursday night.
7:24And then Michael Mayer, you know, he's kind of just continued to be not as productive as he was Sunday where he
7:30was, you know, 15, 16 PPR points, um, in the game, uh, that they just played.
7:34I think you're, you're looking against, uh, who'd they play again Sunday?
7:37Buffalo. Buffalo. I was gonna say new England for some reason.
7:40Um, I guess Buffalo, but he's going to, you know, between him and Trey Tucker, I think alternate who's going to be
7:46the guy at second in terms of targets. And when you, when you really break it down, he is their tight end.
7:52Brock powers as a receiver, you know, so mayor is going to get opportunities from cousins.
7:56So a good low and starting option may have value rest of season.
8:00I don't know what to make of Colby Parkinson versus Tyler Higbee, especially if Devante Adams is out, it could be both
8:06of them having an opportunity, but Parkinson coming off the game that he just had is worth looking at in deeper leagues.
8:12And then Tommy tremble. He's kind of been alternating with Darren Waller.
8:15If you want to put it that way, you know, just in terms of who's getting more opportunities, routes run, et cetera.
8:21Uh, but he did score a couple of touchdowns this weekend and you know, could be an option for a team that's playing very well or scored touchdowns.
8:29We can come in option for a team that's playing very well.
8:32Okay. And finally DST is for the week. You nailed it with the chiefs last week.
8:36So, uh, chiefs were very good. And you know, I think when you, um, when you start to look at it, this
8:42is a, an interesting one from some of the, uh, the, the teams that have good matchups, anybody dropped the Vikings, make
8:48sure you go get them because taking on the Colts.
8:51We know that they're in a somewhat tank mode right now after firing their GM.
8:55Um, probably not going to be very good for them moving forward.
8:58So I like the Vikings. Uh, they're my number one DST, the Browns good matchup against the Titans.
9:03So that's a team to go, uh, go look at there.
9:06I think the Titans offense going to struggle against Cleveland defense.
9:09Um, and then you could take your pick really in the same game.
9:13I would lean jets over dolphins, but the jets taking on the dolphins has always sort of been a good matchup to target taking on Miami's defense.
9:20And then one sneaky one for me, just because Bo Nix has been so bad and the Cardinals just did a great
9:26job against the Rams offense is the Cardinals defense.
9:28You know? So I don't know if they'll, uh, continue what has happened against the Broncos cause Broncos actually played a lot
9:34of great teams lately, but look, Bo Nix is struggling and might be an opportunity to shut down a struggling offense here for the Cardinals.
9:41If you're stuck, not a great. Yeah. The Cardinals have actually had three good games this year at the chargers at the giants at the Rams.
9:48They've struggled against Seattle, San Francisco and Detroit. And I think a lot of teams would struggle against those three.
9:54Um, they are the second least roster DST on earth ahead of only the Miami Dolphins.
9:58Thank you very much, Jamie. We'll talk to him tomorrow.
10:01And we'll ask you a bunch of questions about the waiver wire on fantasy football today.
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