The NFL is a “next man up” league. By extension, your fantasy football league is as well. You acquired your team during the draft, but it’s the moves you make as the season unfolds that will ultimately decide if you’re playoff-bound or planning for next season. Every week, we’ll help you identify the players available in more than 50% of ESPN leagues whose value has taken a turn for the better and should be added to your roster as starters or as smart stashes for your bench.
Next man up
There’s one player available on the waiver wire who can help your fantasy team for the rest of the season in all formats. That player is Denver Broncos QB Bo Nix (rostered in 36.7% of ESPN leagues).
The rookie took advantage of a favorable matchup against the Carolina Panthers, scoring a season-high 29.7 fantasy points while showcasing his dual-threat abilities. Nix is also making history as he’s now just the sixth quarterback to throw eight passing TDs and also…
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