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Top 10 Fantasy Football Week 11 Waiver Wire Pickups

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Top 10 Fantasy Football Week 11 Waiver Wire Pickups

Demarco Murray Dallas Cowboys
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DeMarco Murray is one of the high-profile players getting some rest on a bye in Week 11. Have no fear, though; there are plenty of suitable replacements for all your sitting stars waiting to be picked up on the waiver wire. Here are the top 10 players available in at least 50 percent of leagues in Week 11.

10. Browns Defense

Cleveland Browns Defense
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10. Browns Defense

Cleveland Browns Defense
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The Browns’ defense has scored double-digit points the past three weeks. They have a home matchup against the Texans this weekend. Some think that Ryan Mallet will jolt Houston to the playoffs, but he hasn’t proven himself completely yet. The new good-luck Browns could pick on him Sunday.

9. John Brown

John Brown Arizona Cardinals
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9. John Brown

John Brown Arizona Cardinals
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Don’t be scared to add the rookie wideout just because Carson Palmer is no longer the Cardinals’ quarterback. Brown got plenty of targets even when Drew Stanton filled in for Palmer earlier in the season. He has the talent to potentially get a 40-plus-yard TD reception, like he did on Sunday when Stanton entered the game. But if he doesn’t get a big play, his numbers probably won’t be great. Be willing to take a risk with him.

8. Donte Moncreif

Done Moncreif Indianapolis Colts
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8. Donte Moncreif

Done Moncreif Indianapolis Colts
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The Colts’ rookie receiver had a great game three weeks ago against the Steelers and scored a touchdown. He didn’t produce when Reggie Wayne came back two weeks ago, but after a bye week, the Colts are likely to get into a shootout with the Patriots on Sunday night. Andrew luck could very well be throwing TD passes to multiple guys, including the speedy Moncrief.

7. Charles Sims

Charles Sims Tampa Bay Buccaneers
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7. Charles Sims

Charles Sims Tampa Bay Buccaneers
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Sims has been the topic of much speculation most of this season. Insiders say the Bucs’ coaching staff really likes him, so he could see a lot of carries soon. He did fumble against the Atlanta Falcons, causing him to miss some snaps, but he still showed some flashy quickness that could result in some big plays. Another risk here, but he may produce if you’re desperate for a flex.

6. Michael Vick

Michael Vick New York Jets
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6. Michael Vick

Michael Vick New York Jets
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Before Sunday, no one would have thought to add any Jets quarterback. Vick led New York to victory against Pittsburg, though, and provided two TDs along the way. With Percy Harvin to throw to, Vick could explode at any moment. He still isn’t afraid to run either, adding extra points with his legs on broken plays.

5. Josh McCown

Josh McCown Tampa Bay Buccaneers
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5. Josh McCown

Josh McCown Tampa Bay Buccaneers
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McCown came back from his injury, or benching (whichever way you want to look at it), and put up good numbers in Week 10 against the Falcons. He threw two TDs and even surpassed 300 yards. The Bucs are on the road this week in Washington, who shouldn’t be too difficult to score on. You may not want to pick Tampa Bay to win, but with the surging Mike Evans and Vincent Jackson to throw to, McCown will have an opportunity for another big day.

4. Robert Griffin III

Robert Griffin III Washington Redskins
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4. Robert Griffin III

Robert Griffin III Washington Redskins
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On the other side of the field will be Robert Griffin III. He only put up 250 yards and one TD against the Vikings two weeks ago, but with a bye week to prepare for a home matchup against the Bucs and their weak secondary, RG III could very well return to his old form, even for just a game. He has the special talent to put up great passing and rushing numbers to combine for a huge game.

3. Tre Mason

Tre Mason St. Louis Rams
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3. Tre Mason

Tre Mason St. Louis Rams
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Mason hasn’t put up huge numbers recently, but he’s been getting more touches. Anyone who watches him carry the football can see the explosiveness in him and the potential for a big play. He didn’t get the goal-line carry this past week, but he should see even more of the ball as the season goes along. For those in PPR leagues, it looks like he is getting more involved in the passing game as well -- he had four receptions against the Cardinals.

2. Mychal Rivera

Mychal Rivera Oakland Raiders
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2. Mychal Rivera

Mychal Rivera Oakland Raiders
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Rivera has been a bright spot for the struggling Raiders. He’s caught at least six passes and been targeted at least eight times each of the last three games. He even has three touchdowns in the past two. Oakland visits a stumbling San Diego team this week. He is a must-add for anyone who doesn’t have a top tight end.

1. C.J. Anderson

C.J. Anderson Denver Broncos
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1. C.J. Anderson

C.J. Anderson Denver Broncos
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Anderson rushed for 91 yards against the Raiders, added a 51-yard TD reception. Anderson looked spectacular and really stole the show from Ronnie Hillman. Any time a player on Peyton Manning’s offense starts to break out, even a running back, everyone better take notice. The Broncos play in St. Louis this weekend -- the dome should be friendly to Manning’s Broncos, and Anderson could see even more action.

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