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John Laghezza recommends adding Chig Okonkwo before the Week 9 waiver-wire rush, positioning him as a player to acquire proactively ahead of increased competition for available talent.

Seth McGowan's role on the Colts is a topic of discussion, with Ben Gretch examining his offensive role and usage within the team's backfield.

Ben Gretch believes the fantasy community may be undervaluing Makai Lemon as a rookie wide receiver breakout candidate, suggesting he has more upside than current market perception.

Josh Jacobs faces Carolina's league-worst run defense on Thursday night while Green Bay's rushing offense is league-worst; the source suggests Jacobs could 'feast' in this matchup, positioning him as a potential top-3 RB for Week 8.

The source throws cold water on the recent breakout of Jets rookie Omar Cooper, suggesting skepticism about the sustainability of his recent performance surge and positioning him as a sell-high candidate.

The source identifies Chase Brown as set to bounce back, suggesting improved performance expectations following a recent downturn.

Laquon Treadwell is highlighted as a deeper sleeper option for Week 8.

Brad Evans identifies Ja'Kobi Lane as primed for a big week in Week 8, positioning him as a sleeper play.

Brad Evans identifies Jacoby Brissett as primed for a big week in Week 8, positioning him as a sleeper play.

T.J. Hockenson has a great matchup this week according to the source's team matchup rankings.

Luther Burden put on a show in primetime with an explosive 130-yard half last week; the Bears organization signals his development as a complete receiver is only beginning, suggesting continued upside as he evolves beyond his current role.

The source identifies Harold Fannin as a buy-low candidate in Week 8 trade markets, suggesting his current valuation is depressed relative to his projected upside.

Joseph Bryan's model indicates Bucky Irving should be sold high in Week 8 trade discussions, suggesting his current market value exceeds his projected performance.

KC Joyner likes the upside for Geno Smith in Week 8 matchup.

KC Joyner warns against starting Luther Burden this week due to unfavorable matchup conditions.

KC Joyner warns against starting Caleb Williams this week due to unfavorable matchup conditions.

Blake Corum is performing at a high level recently, described as 'on fire lately,' suggesting strong current form and potential breakout momentum.

Dylan Sampson is positioned to gain shares of his backfield, indicating increased opportunity and potential role expansion.

Jonah Coleman is positioned to gain shares of his backfield, indicating increased opportunity and potential role expansion.

The source identifies Omarion Hampton as a bust recommendation for fantasy managers to drop from their lineups in Week 8.

The source identifies TreVeyon Henderson as a bust recommendation for fantasy managers to drop from their lineups in Week 8.

Higgins is demonstrating elite receiver status, with Sunday's comeback win over the Ravens serving as the latest example of his emergence as a bigger factor in the Bengals offense; the source characterizes his recent play as evidence that 'he's put it all together.'

Terry McLaurin is out for the rest of the season, creating an opportunity for expanded roles among Commanders receivers.

With Terry McLaurin out for the rest of the season, the Commanders are planning to expand the role of rookie receiver Antonio Williams, making him a priority waiver wire add in Week 8.

KC Concepcion had his best game of the year in Week 7, signaling potential breakout performance and upside moving forward.

Ja'Kobi Lane continues to demand targets, showing consistent offensive involvement and target volume.

Omar Cooper continues to demand targets, indicating sustained offensive involvement and target share growth.

Fernando Mendoza is positioned as a potential starting quarterback for the Raiders, with the source suggesting he could take over Kirk Cousins' starting role sometime soon.

Kirk Cousins is currently ranked as the overall QB5 in fantasy football, but faces the risk of ceding his starting job to Fernando Mendoza sometime soon, which would significantly diminish his fantasy value.

Justin Jefferson is featured as a headline example of top receiver struggles in Week 7, signaling underperformance and potential concern for fantasy managers.

Garrett Wilson is highlighted as a top receiver struggling in Week 7, indicating disappointing performance relative to draft expectations and preseason projections.

Malik Willis delivered a best-case scenario fantasy performance on Sunday, helping Miami to its first win, demonstrating the dual-threat upside that makes him a compelling fantasy option when he gets opportunities.

The source identifies Cooper Kupp as a widely-available sleeper option for Week 7 roster construction, suggesting he represents a surprise play with upside relative to his current draft position or availability.

The source identifies Rico Dowdle as a widely-available sleeper option for Week 7 roster construction, suggesting he represents a surprise play with upside relative to his current draft position or availability.

Kenneth Walker III faces his former backfield mate Zach Charbonnet and the Seahawks in this week's matchup.

Charbonnet was activated from the PUP list on Thursday but will not play against the Chiefs, limiting his immediate fantasy availability despite the roster move.

Nacua missed practice and is questionable for Week 7 against the Raiders due to a calf injury, creating uncertainty for the Rams' passing game in a pivotal matchup.

Bo Nix is on pace to put himself on a historical list with Chris Weinke and Joey Harrington if he continues at his current pace; the implication is strong performance trajectory that could elevate his fantasy value.

The source identifies Germie Bernard as a rookie wide receiver capable of saving a fantasy season, positioning him as a potential breakout candidate with upside to impact fantasy rosters.

The source identifies Omar Cooper as a rookie wide receiver capable of saving a fantasy season, positioning him as a potential breakout candidate with upside to impact fantasy rosters.