With Week 12 of the NFL season nearly in the books, it's time for another important waiver cycle in the world of fantasy football.
Savvy owners make a habit of preparing for the home stretch throughout the entire fall, but even if you didn't, there's still time to make that last-minute pickup for the playoff push and beyond. There simply aren't that many games left, so one outsized performance could have far-reaching effects on how the rest of your season plays out.
Below, read up on 10 potential difference-makers ahead of Week 13.
Rod Smith, RB
Team: Dallas Cowboys
Week 12 stats: 41 rushing yards, 7 receiving yards, 2 receptions, 1 touchdown
One thing to know: Ezekiel Elliott has been sidelined for three games now, and while none of his backups have been particularly impressive, it's Smith who appears to have the most potential going forward. The Indiana native is a far better receiver than Alfred Morris, whom he replaced as the starter ahead of last week's game.
Jacquizz Rodgers, RB
Team: Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Week 12 stats: 31 rushing yards, 6 receiving yards, 1 reception
One thing to know: Doug Martin suffered a concussion on Sunday, leaving a potential vacancy in the Buccaneers backfield. While second-year back Peyton Barber picked up some of the slack with his pair of goal line touchdowns, Rodgers got a few more touches, so it looks like he'll be a bigger part of the offense in Week 13.
Marquise Goodwin, WR
Team: San Francisco 49ers
Week 12 stats: 78 receiving yards, 4 receptions
One thing to know: After amassing over 150 yards on just three catches in his previous two games, Goodwin got consistent attention on Sunday, posting his highest catch rate of the season on six targets. His stock is already trending in the right direction, and he'll become all the more intriguing if Jimmy Garoppolo gets the start under center in Week 13.
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