FantasyPros Fantasy Football Podcast

Episode: 5 Players To Stash Ahead of Week 11 (Ep. 1845)

Host: Lucas Wentl

Date: November 15, 2025

Episode Overview

In this episode, Lucas Wentl delivers hard-hitting, practical fantasy football advice, focusing on five key players to stash from the waiver wire ahead of Week 11. With the fantasy playoffs approaching, Lucas emphasizes gaining every possible edge—particularly by picking up breakout candidates before they become hot commodities. The discussion blends deep stats, player usage trends, coach quotes, and schedule analysis, all delivered in an engaging and fast-paced solo format.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. The Importance of Waiver Wire Stashing

• Lucas frames the context: "As we inch closer to the fantasy football playoffs, you're going to need to find more and more competitive edges over your league mates. One of those edges... is making sure you're staying sharp on the waiver wire, rostering players before they break out..." (01:00)
• The goal: Stash these players before their value spikes and help secure a playoff berth.

2. Top 5 Waiver Wire Stashes for Week 11

[1] Blake Corum (RB, Los Angeles Rams)

• Roster Percentage: 21%

• Analysis:

  • Corum has received 12+ carries in three straight games.
  • Outpaced his early-season workload: "He now has nine more carries in his last three games than he did through the first six weeks." (02:07)
  • Kyren Williams’ rush share down (50% last 3 games vs. 65% first 6 games).
  • Rams coach Sean McVay is "rotating Kyren Williams and Blake Corum by drive," showing a meaningful shift in usage.
  • Contingent upside if Williams gets hurt: "If Kyren Williams misses any time with an injury, we have the answer right in front of us as to who the next man up is going to be." (03:11)

• Quote:

  • “There is zero reason whatsoever that Blake Corum should be rostered in less than 50% of leagues, let alone 30% of leagues, given the volume he's currently getting and the contingent upside he possesses the rest of season.” (03:50)

[2] Chris Rodriguez (RB, Washington Commanders)

• Roster Percentage: 20%

• Analysis:

  • Was in line for expanded usage after being named team captain last week, but exited early with a shoulder injury.
  • "Rodriguez played 17 first half snaps and no other commander's running back played more than six." (04:23)
  • Scored in 3 of the last 4 games.
  • Full practice this week (per Cameron Wolfe), expected to "have a key role".
  • Notable coach quote via Kliff Kingsbury: “We have to take what's blocked. I thought that was one thing that Chris Rodriguez did a really nice job of when he came in... every time we have asked him to step up, he's played at a high level.” (05:05)
  • Juicy playoff schedule: Giants and Cowboys.

• Quote:

  • “C Rod should be rostered in much more than 20% of leagues if he's going to function as Washington's lead back for the foreseeable future.” (05:35)

[3] Luther Burden (WR, Chicago Bears)

• Roster Percentage: 18%

• Analysis:

  • “Burden is a frequent flyer on this list because we continue to get glimpses of his potential in Ben Johnson's offense.” (05:48)
  • Saw career-high snap share and targets last week, partly due to DJ Moore’s injury.
  • Olaide Zacchaeus’ snap count finally dropped, which could shift more opportunities to Burden.
  • High draft capital implies Bears want to develop him.
  • If DJ Moore sits, Burden is an "easy plug and play"; even if Moore returns, a long-term path to more snaps is opening.
  • Encouraging schedule next two weeks (Vikings, then Steelers).

• Quote:

  • “What we know for sure though is that Luther Burden is too talented to keep off the field much longer. Right? And if we get another positive outing... his roster percentage is only going to keep skyrocketing.” (07:06)

[4] Tyler Lockett (WR, Las Vegas Raiders)

• Roster Percentage: 11%
• Analysis:
  • Recently signed, released by Titans, now playing ahead of Raiders’ rookies.
  • Replaced Jacoby Myers in the slot, a role he’s played his whole career.
  • Produced WR35 numbers last week: “Five catches on six targets for 41 yards... good for the wide receiver 35 in PPR formats.” (08:03)
  • Some risk of being phased out for rookie Jack Besh, but veteran utility is stable, especially in deep or WR-heavy leagues.
  • "If the Raiders are going to remain top seven in pass rate... Tyler Lockett is a rosterable piece at the end of your bench." (08:44)

[5] Brenton Strange (TE, Jacksonville Jaguars)

• Roster Percentage: 20%
• Analysis:
  • On IR since Week 6, but practicing in limited fashion, eligible to return soon.
  • Prior to injury: "Seven targets in both games and averaged just shy of 11 fantasy points per game in those contests." (09:00)
  • Safe PPR floor: "He got 21 of 24 passes to start the year, so you're getting a really nice boost in PPR formats.”
  • Soft playoff schedule: Jets and Colts are top-12 in points allowed to TEs during Weeks 14-17.
  • Upside for consistency: “Sometimes it's just enough to have steady Eddie at tight end.” (09:30)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• “There is zero reason whatsoever that Blake Corum should be rostered in less than 50% of leagues... given the volume he's currently getting and the contingent upside he possesses the rest of season.” (03:50)

• On Chris Rodriguez: “Every time we have asked him to step up, he's played at a high level.” – Kliff Kingsbury, via Coach Speak Index (05:12)

• “What we know for sure though is that Luther Burden is too talented to keep off the field much longer. If we get another positive outing... his roster percentage is only going to keep skyrocketing.” (07:06)

• “Tyler Lockett is a rosterable piece at the end of your bench.” (08:44)

• “Sometimes it's just enough to have steady Eddie at tight end. And with all the injuries to the Jaguars receivers... Strange could be a perfectly fine option week in and week out to close out the season.” (09:30)

Key Timestamps

• 01:00 – Importance of getting an edge via the waiver wire
• 02:00 – Blake Corum’s emerging role and usage stats
• 04:20 – Chris Rodriguez: usage, injury update, and coach praise
• 05:50 – Luther Burden’s opportunity with Bears injuries and coaching trends
• 08:00 – Tyler Lockett’s slot usage on the Raiders, fantasy value in deep leagues
• 09:00 – Brenton Strange’s impending return, stats, and playoff outlook

Episode Tone

The episode is fast-paced, expert-driven, and focused on actionable insights. Lucas blends statistical rigor with a conversational style, often peppering in direct coach quotes or quick-hit rationale for his recommendations (“I am not in the business of making empty promises to you all, but reading all the tea leaves here...”). He is at once analytical and approachable, making a strong case for sharp, proactive fantasy management.

Summary

Lucas Wentl’s Week 11 waiver wire episode offers listeners a clear, prioritized list of actionable stashes for fantasy teams making a playoff push. The recommendations are packed with up-to-date stats, player usage trends, honest risk assessments, and strategic schedule notes, all delivered in Lucas’s engaging and slightly irreverent style. The five stashes: Blake Corum, Chris Rodriguez, Luther Burden, Tyler Lockett, and Brenton Strange, each come with a strong case for immediate fantasy relevance—and could be the difference makers as fantasy playoffs loom.

If you’re looking for an efficient, no-nonsense take on who to grab before Week 11 waivers, this episode is your 10-minute shortcut.