Waiver Wire: 2012 Week 16

Waiver Wire players are guys that are widely available in most standard 10-12 team leagues that you will want to consider adding to your roster. They could be immediate starters or bench/flex options with potential. We begin adding our waiver wire picks as early as Monday morning to give you a jump on the competition. Be sure to check back each week - the Waiver Wire is a critical part of any champions success!

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	QB		Sam Bradford
			If you're still in the playoff hunt, then I'm sure you have your QB options well in hand, but if you somehow need some help, give Bradford a look. He's fresh off a big day of 377 yards and 3 TDs against the Vikings. Next up are the Buccaneers who were just slaughtered by the Saints and rank as one of the worst passing defenses in the league.

	RB		Vick Ballard
			He's only owned in half of leagues, so you might still have a chance to grab him. The Colts RB is fresh off a 100 yard day and has been good for yardage in recent games. Week 16 sees him face off against the Kansas City Chiefs and their 23rd ranked run defense.

	RB		Curtis Brinkley
			When Ryan Mathews went out with an injury, it was Brinkley who saw the most benefit. He only got 6 carries, but he made the most of them picking up 42 yards for a healthy 7.0 per carry average. He also added 3 receptions for 14 more yards. Now that Mathews is done for the year, Brinkley should have a shot to step up against some very favorable matchups the next couple of weeks. Jackie Battle is still in the mix, but given that he only recorded 2 yards on 3 carries, Brinkley has the upper hand at the moment.

	WR		Brandon Gibson
			Over the last 5 weeks, Gibson has had some injury issues such as a knee and an illness, so he's only produced in 3 games. During those three, he had 3 TDs and (1) 100+ yard game. He's inconsistent, but as long as he's in the lineup against a porous Bucs defense this week, he has a lot of upside for a receiver that is only owned in 15% of leagues.