Fantasy Football Week 15: Top 10 Waiver Wire Pickups for playoffs

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Dec 8, 2013; Foxborough, MA, USA; New England Patriots wide receiver Julian Edelman (11) spikes the ball after making a two-point conversion against the Cleveland Browns during the third quarter at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Stew Milne-USA TODAY Sports /

1. Julian Edelman-WR-New England Patriots (36.8%)

While he’s nowhere near the size or stature of the fallen Rob Gronkowski, Edelman’s role could increase with Gronk sidelined. He already has been a huge safety valve for Brady getting 32 targets in the last three games. He’s converted those targets into 24 catches for 275 yards.

The Patriots receiving corps has been depleted with Aaron Dobson, Kenbrell Thompkins, and now Gronk meaning Edelman should get plenty of looks as the Patriots fight for home field throughout the playoffs.

New England is in Miami this week where they’ll face the Dolphins who allowed three WR touchdowns and 349 yards to Big Ben and the Steelers in the snow. After this week, Brady and Edelman finish finish with Baltimore and Buffalo which are solid matchups as long as he stays so involved in the passing game.

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