Week 12 Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Targets: Emanuel Wilson & Michael Wilson Lead the Way
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As fantasy football managers head into Week 12, two waiver-wire targets stand out: Emanuel Wilson (RB, Packers) and Michael Wilson (WR, Cardinals). Both players’ profiles are rising sharply due to shifting roles and opportunity.
🏃♂️ Emanuel Wilson: The Next-Man-Up Running Back to Target
With Josh Jacobs exiting Week 11 due to a knee issue, Emanuel Wilson immediately stepped into a lead role. According to multiple analysts, he dominated the Packers’ backfield — playing over 70% of snaps and punching in a touchdown.
This isn’t just a blur-of-the-week performance. Experts believe Wilson now has RB2 upside, especially if Jacobs misses more time. DraftKings’ FAAB guide echoes that sentiment, calling him a “must-add” in many formats.
In short, Wilson is a high-upside flex option now — and possibly a cornerstone if his role holds or expands.
📶 Michael Wilson: Temporary WR1 with Huge Boom Potential
Over in Arizona, Michael Wilson is catching fire. With Marvin Harrison Jr. sidelined (appendectomy), Wilson saw a massive target share in Week 11 — hauling in 15 catches for 185 yards.
FantasyPros notes his value now largely depends on Harrison’s recovery, but with favorable matchups coming (e.g., vs. Jaguars), he’s a very playable WR3/flex for the short term. RotoBallerr agrees, calling him a “solid WR3 with upside” while Harrison is out.
If you’re in a deeper league or need a high-upside receiver now, Wilson is one of the smarter plugs you can make.
🔍 FAAB Strategy Tips
- Many experts suggest allocating a decent FAAB budget toward Wilson (RB) if you need running back depth.
- For Michael Wilson (WR), some recommend a moderate bid: not all-in, but enough to compete, given the uncertainty around Harrison’s return.
- Monitor injury updates closely: How long Jacobs or Harrison stays out could make or break these adds.
Final Thoughts
- Emanuel Wilson offers immediate value and possible breakout, thanks to his increased role in Green Bay.
- Michael Wilson is a boom-or-bust pickup, but one with serious upside while Harrison recovers.
If you can make the moves, both are top waiver wire targets for Week 12 — and in the right scenario, either could pay off big down the stretch.
