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This week, the focus is on a few pivotal waiver wire pickups as part of our start/sit strategy for fantasy football in Week 9.
Bam Knight is emerging as a lead back, yet he remains largely available in many Yahoo leagues. With Michael Carter anticipated to step up in Arizona after Trey Benson’s unfortunate knee injury and placement on injured reserve, Knight has proven to be the more productive option. Prior to the Week 8 bye, he rushed for 57 yards on 14 carries against the Packers, significantly outperforming Carter, who managed just 11 yards on seven carries. With James Conner sidelined for the season and Benson still on IR, Knight will take center stage in Week 9 against the Cowboys, who have shown vulnerabilities against running backs. His performance places him among the top-24 options for fantasy this week and suggests continued value as long as Benson is out.
In unfortunate news, Cam Skattebo’s promising rookie season has been cut short due to a dislocated ankle. Following his injury, Tyrone Tracy Jr. stepped in as the leader for the Giants’ backfield, carrying the ball 10 times for 39 rushing yards while also contributing in the passing game with 14 receiving yards on two catches. Despite the Giants’ struggling offense, Tracy’s ability to make plays in the passing game could yield consistent production, positioning him as a low-end RB2 moving forward.
Kyle Monangai’s status is intriguing, as he is edging closer to a 50-50 split with D’Andre Swift. In a recent game, Monangai and Swift played nearly equal snaps, although Swift garnered more touches. With the upcoming matchup against a struggling Bengals defense, Monangai may see increased involvement, making him an appealing spot start for Week 9.
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