Gameweek 17 Waiver Wire: Draft EPL

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Waiver Wire Gameweek 17

Here we outline our Fantasy EPL Waiver Wire Gameweek 17 targets that have 40% rostered or below on Fantrax. These players should perform well over the upcoming period!

Neco Williams (Ros 18%)

Prospects: Williams has recently forced himself into the Forest first team starting 3 of the last 4. His 8.4 ghost points per start is a great floor for any potential clean sheet or attacking-return-assisted double-digit score. Matchups against Brentford, Spurs, Wolves and Everton make Neco a decent hold over the holiday period if you are in need of a defender.

Verdict: I would use a low-tier waiver pick or 0-1 FAB to get him.

Harry Wilson/Adama Traore (Ros 16%)

Prospects: I am suggesting a double here as neither man has done enough really to make the spot (vacated by an injured Reiss Nelson) their own. My heart says Adama would be an absolute beast against Southampton, but I am not against starting Wilson either, if he is the one starting although he has failed to impress as a starter (as opposed to his antics off the bench).

Verdict: I would use a mid-tier waiver pick or 3-5 FAB to get him.

Jacob Murphy (Ros 38%)

Prospects: Murphy has been in and out of the team for years, with hot streaks followed by long disappearances. He started 9 games this season already (compared to14,14, and 13 starts, respectively, in the last 3 seasons) and has already managed 2G & 4A, which puts him on course for a career year. Of those returns, 2 goals and 2 assists came in the last 2 games, which makes him the hottest player in the EPL right now. Newcastle are back on form and the charge is at least partly led by Murphy. Word of warning: Don't expect many ghost points if he doesn't get an attacking return.

Verdict:  I would use a mid-tier waiver pick or 6-8 FAB to get him.

Julio Enciso (Ros 21%)

Prospects: Brighton were abject against big rivals Palace last weekend and although it has been rumoured that Hurzeler is willing to let a few attackers go out on loan January, he might give some of them a chance to stake a claim before they are shipped off. The young Paraguayan did everything he could and was by far the liveliest and most dangerous Seagull after coming on against the South Londoners. After bursting onto the scene with wondergoals against City and Arsenal two seasons ago, his growth has been a slow burn ever since and he has effectively been overlooked by Hurzeler thus far. He will surely get his chance to shine in the Christmas rush and everyone should get on the bandwagon.

Verdict: I would use a low-tier waiver pick or 1-2 FAB to get him.

Goncalo Guedes (Ros 2%)

Prospects: We have already had one false dawn from the former Valencia man. He impressed with a few assists as a sub and then shat the bed when he was in the starting lineup. A new hope beckons with O'Neil getting sacked as the fringe players of yesterday could have their time in the sun. Sarabia and Doyle are also good bets for some surprise minutes, but my heart cannot overlook the man who made the Mestalla roar.

Verdict: I would use a low-tier waiver pick or 0-1 FAB to get him.

Niclas Füllkrug (Ros 40%)

Prospects: Will the German finally get his first start next weekend? We sure hope so! He scored a goal in his first sub appearance to remind everyone of his existence. And some valuable minutes on Monday night will have helped his chances of being included in the starting XI for the first time for the Hammers this weekend. He is strong, direct, and has an eye for goal. If he stays fit, he could be a decent medium-term hold.

Verdict: I would use a low-tier waiver pick or 0-1 FAB to get him.

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