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Top 15 Waiver Wire Targets For Fantasy Football Week 6

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NFL Week 5 is in the books, and what a week it was. Now, fantasy football aficionados must consider what adjustments they can make in Week 6. With that in mind, here’s a look at the top 15 waiver wire targets.

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15. Theo Riddick - RB - Detroit Lions

Theo Riddick - RB - Detroit Lions Bruce Kluckhohn-USA TODAY Sports
With Joique Bell struggling with injury and ineffectiveness, as well as Ameer Abdullah's lackluster rookie campaign, Detroit Lions RB Theo Riddick should continue to receive looks. In Week 5, Riddick made 10 receptions for 53 yards and one TD, which was his third performance of 10 fantasy points or more this season. After Abdullah's fumbling issue in Week 5, Riddick should see more carries in Week 6 and will continue to be a key weapon in the pass attack. Riddick is just seven percent owned in Yahoo! leagues.

With Joique Bell struggling with injury and ineffectiveness, as well as Ameer Abdullah's lackluster rookie campaign, Detroit Lions RB Theo Riddick should continue to receive looks. In Week 5, Riddick made 10 receptions for 53 yards and one TD, which was his third performance of 10 fantasy points or more this season. After Abdullah's fumbling issue in Week 5, Riddick should see more carries in Week 6 and will continue to be a key weapon in the pass attack. Riddick is just seven percent owned in Yahoo! leagues.

14. Marquess Wilson - WR - Chicago Bears

Marquess Wilson - WR - Chicago Bears John Rieger-USA TODAY Sports
Marquess Wilson won't have much fantasy value when Alshon Jeffery is back to close to 100 percent, but it's hard to know when that will happen. Thus, Wilson should be considered as a waiver wire target in Week 6 after tallying six receptions for 85 yards and one TD in Week 5 against Kansas City. Wilson is just seven percent owned in Yahoo! leagues.

Marquess Wilson won't have much fantasy value when Alshon Jeffery is back to close to 100 percent, but it's hard to know when that will happen. Thus, Wilson should be considered as a waiver wire target in Week 6 after tallying six receptions for 85 yards and one TD in Week 5 against Kansas City. Wilson is just seven percent owned in Yahoo! leagues.

13. Antonio Andrews - RB - Tennessee Titans

Antonio Andrews - RB - Tennessee Titans Jim Brown-USA TODAY Sports
Antonio Andrews is a high-risk, high-reward waiver wire target in Week 6. Tennessee has four running backs in the mix, so his workload could fluctuate from week to week. However, in the two games he's played in 2015, he's scored a touchdown. It's undoubtedly hard to start Andrews with a ton of confidence currently, but he's still worth a waiver wire claim as he could become the Titans' clear-cut feature back at some point in the near future. Andrews is 11 percent owned in Yahoo! leagues.

Antonio Andrews is a high-risk, high-reward waiver wire target in Week 6. Tennessee has four running backs in the mix, so his workload could fluctuate from week to week. However, in the two games he's played in 2015, he's scored a touchdown. It's undoubtedly hard to start Andrews with a ton of confidence currently, but he's still worth a waiver wire claim as he could become the Titans' clear-cut feature back at some point in the near future. Andrews is 11 percent owned in Yahoo! leagues.

12. Stefon Diggs - WR - Minnesota Vikings

Stefon Diggs - WR - Minnesota Vikings Chris Humphreys-USA TODAY Sports
In Week 4, Stefon Diggs stepped up in Charles Johnson's absence, tallying six receptions for 87 yards in his NFL debut. The Vikings had a bye in Week 5, yet Johnson still missed practice on Monday, which isn't an incredibly encouraging sign for his status going forward. Diggs could work his way into consistent playing time with another solid performance in Week 6, so while claiming him now is risky, it could pay tremendous dividends down the road. Diggs is owned in just two percent of Yahoo! leagues.

In Week 4, Stefon Diggs stepped up in Charles Johnson's absence, tallying six receptions for 87 yards in his NFL debut. The Vikings had a bye in Week 5, yet Johnson still missed practice on Monday, which isn't an incredibly encouraging sign for his status going forward. Diggs could work his way into consistent playing time with another solid performance in Week 6, so while claiming him now is risky, it could pay tremendous dividends down the road. Diggs is owned in just two percent of Yahoo! leagues.

11. Jaelen Strong - WR - Houston Texans

Jaelen Strong - WR - Houston Texans Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports
It's hard to project how involved WR Jaelen Strong will be in the Houston Texans' offense going forward, but it's impossible to ignore the production he finished with in his NFL debut, tallying two receptions for 52 yards and two TDs. Strong is the definition of a high-risk, high-reward waiver wire target, but one that many will roll the dice on. Strong is owned in just one percent of Yahoo! leagues.

It's hard to project how involved WR Jaelen Strong will be in the Houston Texans' offense going forward, but it's impossible to ignore the production he finished with in his NFL debut, tallying two receptions for 52 yards and two TDs. Strong is the definition of a high-risk, high-reward waiver wire target, but one that many will roll the dice on. Strong is owned in just one percent of Yahoo! leagues.

10. Charles Sims - RB - Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Charles Sims - RB - Tampa Bay Buccaneers Logan Bowles-USA Today Sports
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers' running game has come alive over the past few weeks, but it isn't just Doug Martin doing the heavy lifting. Charles Sims scored a touchdown in both Week 3 and Week 4, and then put up a statline of 51 yards rushing, with four receptions and 85 yards receiving in Week 5. It's clear now that Sims will be heavily involved in Tampa Bay's offensive strategy, so don't hesitate to make the claim for Week 6. Sims is owned in just 19 percent of Yahoo! leagues.

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers' running game has come alive over the past few weeks, but it isn't just Doug Martin doing the heavy lifting. Charles Sims scored a touchdown in both Week 3 and Week 4, and then put up a statline of 51 yards rushing, with four receptions and 85 yards receiving in Week 5. It's clear now that Sims will be heavily involved in Tampa Bay's offensive strategy, so don't hesitate to make the claim for Week 6. Sims is owned in just 19 percent of Yahoo! leagues.

9. Jamison Crowder - WR - Washington Redskins

Jamison Crowder - WR - Washington Redskins Jason Getz-USA TODAY Sports
Although he hasn't hit pay dirt this season, Jamison Crowder's done a nice job in helping Washington overcome DeSean Jackson's injury. Crowder tallied eight receptions for 87 yards in Week 5, but with Jackson likely to return in Week 6 against the New York Jets, it's difficult to project how involved Crowder will be. Either way, he's worth considering on the waiver wire, as Jackson could reagravate his hamstring on any play. Crowder's owned in just six percent of Yahoo! leagues.

Although he hasn't hit pay dirt this season, Jamison Crowder's done a nice job in helping Washington overcome DeSean Jackson's injury. Crowder tallied eight receptions for 87 yards in Week 5, but with Jackson likely to return in Week 6 against the New York Jets, it's difficult to project how involved Crowder will be. Either way, he's worth considering on the waiver wire, as Jackson could reagravate his hamstring on any play. Crowder's owned in just six percent of Yahoo! leagues.

8. Javorius 'Buck' Allen - RB - Baltimore Ravens

Javorius 'Buck' Allen - RB - Baltimore Ravens Getty Images
Many are extremely high on Javorius Allen heading into Week 6 after Justin Forsett left Week 5 action in the fourth quarter and didn't return for overtime. But Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh has already told reporters he expects Forsett to play, so tread carefully. Allen is owned in just one percent of Yahoo! leagues.

Many are extremely high on Javorius Allen heading into Week 6 after Justin Forsett left Week 5 action in the fourth quarter and didn't return for overtime. But Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh has already told reporters he expects Forsett to play, so tread carefully. Allen is owned in just one percent of Yahoo! leagues.

7. Kamar Aiken - WR - Baltimore Ravens

Kamar Aiken - WR - Baltimore Ravens Jason Bridge-USA TODAY Sports
Kamar Aiken didn't overwhelm in the absence of Steve Smith Sr. in Week 5, but he was solid with four receptions and 78 yards. Smith Sr. will likely be held out again in Week 6, rendering Aiken Baltimore's No. 1 wide receiver once again. Aiken's owned in 24 percent of Yahoo! leagues.

Kamar Aiken didn't overwhelm in the absence of Steve Smith Sr. in Week 5, but he was solid with four receptions and 78 yards. Smith Sr. will likely be held out again in Week 6, rendering Aiken Baltimore's No. 1 wide receiver once again. Aiken's owned in 24 percent of Yahoo! leagues.

6. Ted Ginn Jr. - WR - Carolina Panthers

Ted Ginn Jr. - WR - Carolina Panthers Jonathan Dyer-USA TODAY Sports
It's hard to rely on any wide receiver on the Carolina Panthers, but Ted Ginn Jr. has done an admirable job over the past few weeks. In Week 4, Ginn Jr. finished with two receptions for 18 yards and two TDs, which shocked the masses and undoubtedly pleased those who were crazy enough to give him a start. Ginn Jr. is 33 percent owned in Yahoo! leagues.

It's hard to rely on any wide receiver on the Carolina Panthers, but Ted Ginn Jr. has done an admirable job over the past few weeks. In Week 4, Ginn Jr. finished with two receptions for 18 yards and two TDs, which shocked the masses and undoubtedly pleased those who were crazy enough to give him a start. Ginn Jr. is 33 percent owned in Yahoo! leagues.

5. Willie Snead - WR - New Orleans Saints

Willie Snead - WR - New Orleans Saints Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports
Hopefully some of you listened to us last week and scooped up Willie Snead, as in Week 5 he exploded for six receptions and 141 yards receiving. Snead and QB Drew Brees have built a quick rapport in 2015 and should continue to hook up for some major fantasy production going forward. Snead is owned in 45 percent of Yahoo! leagues, so act now before it's too late.

Hopefully some of you listened to us last week and scooped up Willie Snead, as in Week 5 he exploded for six receptions and 141 yards receiving. Snead and QB Drew Brees have built a quick rapport in 2015 and should continue to hook up for some major fantasy production going forward. Snead is owned in 45 percent of Yahoo! leagues, so act now before it's too late.

4. Ty Montgomery - WR - Green Bay Packers

Ty Montgomery - WR - Green Bay Packers Mike Dinovo-USA TODAY Sports
Ty Montgomery is another high-risk, high-reward waiver wire target heading into Week 6, as, if Davante Adams returns to action, the likelihood of him producing drops in droves. But in Week 5, Montgomery finished with four receptions for 59 yards and a TD, which is virtually impossible to ignore. Montgomery is just 11 percent owned in Yahoo! leagues.

Ty Montgomery is another high-risk, high-reward waiver wire target heading into Week 6, as, if Davante Adams returns to action, the likelihood of him producing drops in droves. But in Week 5, Montgomery finished with four receptions for 59 yards and a TD, which is virtually impossible to ignore. Montgomery is just 11 percent owned in Yahoo! leagues.

3. Marvin Jones - WR - Cincinnati Bengals

Marvin Jones - WR - Cincinnati Bengals Getty Images
After a down performance in Week 4, Cincinnati Bengals WR Marvin Jones was solid in Week 5 with five receptions and 61 yards. In Week 6 against Seattle, there's a good chance No. 1 WR A.J. Green will be rendered ineffective by the Seahawks' Richard Sherman, leaving QB Andy Dalton to give Jones extra looks. Jones is 36 percent owned in Yahoo! leagues.

After a down performance in Week 4, Cincinnati Bengals WR Marvin Jones was solid in Week 5 with five receptions and 61 yards. In Week 6 against Seattle, there's a good chance No. 1 WR A.J. Green will be rendered ineffective by the Seahawks' Richard Sherman, leaving QB Andy Dalton to give Jones extra looks. Jones is 36 percent owned in Yahoo! leagues.

2. Josh McCown - QB - Cleveland Browns

Josh McCown - QB - Cleveland Browns Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports
Josh McCown has thrown over 340 passing yards to go with two TDs in each of his last three games, yet is flying completely under the radar among lifelong fantasy football aficionados. Although the Cleveland Browns host the defensively-stout Denver Broncos in Week 6, McCown remains a huge sleeper and should be immediately scooped up off the waiver wire. McCown is just seven percent owned in Yahoo! leagues.

Josh McCown has thrown over 340 passing yards to go with two TDs in each of his last three games, yet is flying completely under the radar among lifelong fantasy football aficionados. Although the Cleveland Browns host the defensively-stout Denver Broncos in Week 6, McCown remains a huge sleeper and should be immediately scooped up off the waiver wire. McCown is just seven percent owned in Yahoo! leagues.

1. Knile Davis/Charcandrick West - RB - Kansas City Chiefs

Knile Davis/Charcandrick West - RB - Kansas City Chiefs Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
Everyone's madly in love with Charcandrick West now that Jamaal Charles is out for the season. But assuming he's the clear-cut feature back in Kansas City off of who got the carries after Charles' injury in Week 5 is painfully shortsighted at best. Davis has proven he can handle a heavy workload in the past with the Chiefs, and has had a few monster fantasy performances along the way. Davis is owned in 15 percent of Yahoo! leagues, while West is owned in 13 percent.

Everyone's madly in love with Charcandrick West now that Jamaal Charles is out for the season. But assuming he's the clear-cut feature back in Kansas City off of who got the carries after Charles' injury in Week 5 is painfully shortsighted at best. Davis has proven he can handle a heavy workload in the past with the Chiefs, and has had a few monster fantasy performances along the way. Davis is owned in 15 percent of Yahoo! leagues, while West is owned in 13 percent.

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