10 WR sleepers to target for fantasy football Week 9

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Oct 10, 2021; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Bryan Edwards (89) drops a pass as Chicago Bears safety Deon Bush (26) makes a tackle on the play during a game at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-USA TODAY Sports /

6. Bryan Edwards, Las Vegas Raiders

With the heartbreaking and unfortunate news surrounding Henry Ruggs III earlier this week, the Raiders now need to figure out how to replace him in the lineup. Hunter Renfrow has his role solidified, but it may be Bryan Edwards who is the beneficiary of more playing time.

Edwards’ year has been average, but as the fourth option in the Raiders’ passing game, he’s been decent. Now, with more targets going his way, he should produce and build off his 346 yards on the year.

5. Mecole Hardman, Kansas City Chiefs

The Chiefs were very obviously looking for a number two receiver in the offseason, and still during the season when they signed Josh Gordon. Nobody has been paying attention to the year Mecole Hardman has been having. He’s caught 35-of-47 targets for 352 yards and a touchdown, and he’s averaging 5.9 targets per game.

The unexpectedly high volume Hardman has received this year has actually made him a borderline fantasy starter this season. This week, with Jaire Alexander likely paying more attention to Tyreek Hill, Hardman may be in line for a big week in what will be a competitive game.