'Fantasy Football Waiver Wire: Ravens Backfield Dominates Week 2 Pickups following J.K. Dobbins Injury'

"Fantasy Football Waiver Wire: J.K. Dobbins' injury opens up opportunities for Gus Edwards and Justice Hill in Week 2."

Looking ahead to Week 2, it's important to consider potential waiver pickups that can strengthen your fantasy football lineups. Injuries can be a major setback, especially when they happen to a player who has just recovered from a devastating injury. Unfortunately, this was the case for J.K. Dobbins in Week 1.

Dobbins seemed to be on track for a productive return to the field, but he suffered a torn Achilles that will keep him out for the rest of the 2023-24 season. In his absence, Gus Edwards and Justice Hill stepped up for the Ravens. Hill particularly stood out, scoring two short touchdowns on the ground.

Moving forward, it's likely that both Edwards and Hill will share the workload in a committee for the Ravens. With an efficient Baltimore offense, both players have the potential to produce and are worth considering as pickups. However, it's important not to overspend on them in your free agent budget.

It's worth noting that the Ravens have Melvin Gordon on their practice squad, and there are also veteran free agents like Kareem Hunt and Leonard Fournette available. Fantasy managers should closely monitor this situation, but until one running back separates himself from the pack, it's difficult to rely on any of them.

Another situation to keep an eye on is the Jonathan Taylor situation with the Colts. Even if he's healthy, Taylor won't be able to play until Week 5. In Week 1, Deon Jackson started for the Colts but had a disappointing performance with just 14 rushing yards and two fumbles. While it's unlikely that Jake Funk or rookie Evan Hull will see increased opportunities after Jackson's struggles, Zack Moss is worth considering.

Moss was inactive in Week 1 due to a forearm injury, but he has shown promise in the past. He was able to practice in a limited capacity this week, indicating that he may be close to returning. Adding Moss to your roster as a speculative move could pay off in the long run.

Lastly, don't miss out on Tyler Allgeier. He had an impressive Week 1 performance for the Falcons, rushing for 75 yards and two touchdowns. While rookie Bijan Robinson may grab the headlines, both Allgeier and Robinson have the potential to succeed in fantasy. The Falcons' rushing attack could be a force to be reckoned with, and Allgeier already has a 1,000-yard season under his belt. If he's still available on the waiver wire, make sure to grab him before it's too late.

In conclusion, injuries can be a setback in fantasy football, but there are always opportunities to find hidden gems on the waiver wire. Keep a close eye on the Ravens' running back situation, the Colts' running back situation, and consider adding Zack Moss and Tyler Allgeier to your roster. Stay proactive and make strategic moves to strengthen your fantasy team.

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