FantasyPros - Fantasy Football Podcast Episode: 5 Players To Stash Ahead of Week 9 (Ep. 1825) Host: Lucas Wenzel Date: November 6, 2025

Episode Overview

In this episode, Lucas Wenzel of FantasyPros breaks down his top 5 waiver wire stash recommendations for fantasy football heading into Week 10. Emphasizing the importance of staying ahead of the competition, especially as the season progresses, Lucas highlights players with both immediate and long-term upside, focusing on rookie handcuff running backs and emerging receivers. With strategic analysis and actionable advice, the episode delivers targeted recommendations for fantasy managers aiming to make smart, proactive moves.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

The Importance of Proactive Stashing

• Lucas opens by stressing the competitive edge of early stashing:

  “There is always work to be done to continue staying ahead of your league mates on the waiver wire. Just think back to last week. Think about if you had stashed Colston Loveland before his big breakout game…”
  — Lucas Wenzel [00:32]

• The main theme is to identify under-the-radar players who could break out soon or benefit from team injuries.

1. Bashel Tutin, RB, Jacksonville Jaguars

Rostered in 26% of leagues
Segment starts: 01:37

• Handcuff Priority: At this point in the season, prioritize high-upside rookie handcuff RBs like Tutin.
• Role in Offense: While Travis Etienne remains the lead back, Tutin was trusted at the goal line and scored a touchdown against the Raiders.
• Standalone Value: Even before a possible Etienne injury or demotion, Tutin demonstrated potential for standalone value, given Etienne's recent struggles in difficult matchups.
• Upside if Role Grows: “All it could take is for Bashel Tutin to outplay Travis ETN in one or two games and all of a sudden we're starting to see an expanded role for Baychol Toon.”
  — Lucas Wenzel [03:01]
• Must-Stash Recommendation: If Etienne goes down, Tutin immediately becomes a lead back in a solid offense.

2. Amari DeMarcado, RB, Arizona Cardinals

Rostered in 15% of leagues
Segment starts: 04:08

• Backfield Uncertainty: Arizona’s RB rotation is like “a game of roulette,” with injuries and inconsistent play.
• Recent Performance: Despite prior mistakes, DeMarcado led the team in touches versus the Cowboys and remains one of the NFL’s most explosive backs by explosive run rate.
• Return of Trey Benson: DeMarcado’s opportunity may persist even when Benson returns, as the team will likely be cautious with his workload post-injury.
• Deeper Leagues Opportunity:

  “I know Amari Damarcato is not this super sexy stash, but my guess is that there's a role for him in Arizona both before and after Trey Benson returns from injury.”
  — Lucas Wenzel [05:36]

3. Blake Corum, RB, Los Angeles Rams

Rostered in 15% of leagues
Segment starts: 06:10

• Rising Usage: Corum’s carries have increased significantly over the last two weeks (25 carries, just 4 fewer than his first six games combined).
• Shifting Backfield Split: Kyren Williams’ share of carries has dropped recently, pointing to a philosophical shift in Sean McVay’s approach.
• Game Script Factor: Recent Rams blowouts have allowed Corum to get more touches, sparing Williams for later.
• Handcuff Value:

  “Blake Corum is one of the most valuable handcuffs on a team scoring 26 points per game this season.”
  — Lucas Wenzel [07:22]

• Next Man Up: If Williams is injured, Corum could step directly into a productive fantasy role.

4. Devon Vale, WR, New Orleans Saints

Rostered in 3% of leagues
Segment starts: 08:15

• Vacancy After Trade: Rashid Shaheed was traded to the Seahawks, opening up opportunity for Vale.
• Team Investment: The Saints paid a significant price (future 4th and 7th round picks) to acquire Vale from the Broncos, showing clear intent to use him.
• Proven Efficiency: In limited opportunities last year, Vale produced five top-30 weekly finishes and posted a 100% true catch rate.
• Deep League Dart Throw:

  “It won't be pretty because it is the New Orleans Football Saints, but if you are desperate in the deepest of leagues and you just need a dart throw… stash Vale.”
  — Lucas Wenzel [09:10]

5. Greg Dulcich, TE, Miami Dolphins

Rostered in 0% of leagues
Segment starts: 09:40

• Surprising Availability: Dulcich posted 5 catches for 49 yards last week, yet is virtually unrostered.
• Comparison to Darren Waller: Lucas points out Dulcich is occupying a similar role and producing at a quality level in Waller’s previous spot before injury.
• Scoring Potential:

  “The case isn’t hard to make for Greg Dulcich here because all you have to do is look back on what Darren Waller was doing for this team before he landed on IR…”
  — Lucas Wenzel [09:51]

• Lack of Competition: The Dolphins have a thin receiving corps, making Dulcich a viable dart throw at TE, especially in deep leagues.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• “All it could take is for Bashel Tutin to outplay Travis ETN in one or two games and all of a sudden we’re starting to see an expanded role.”
  — Lucas Wenzel [03:01]

• “Predicting the Arizona Cardinals backfield right now feels entirely like a game of roulette.”
  — Lucas Wenzel [04:18]

• “Blake Corum is one of the most valuable handcuffs on a team scoring 26 points per game this season.”
  — Lucas Wenzel [07:22]

• “If you are desperate in the deepest of leagues and you just need a dart throw wide receiver, stash [Devon] Vale. I really think you could do worse.”
  — Lucas Wenzel [09:10]

• “In 0% of leagues, Greg Dulcich is still floating out there...Greg Dulcich especially, my gosh...”
  — Lucas Wenzel [10:00]

Timestamps for Key Segments

• Importance of proactive waivers & lesson from Colston Loveland: [00:32]
• Bashel Tutin analysis: [01:37]
• Amari DeMarcado analysis: [04:08]
• Blake Corum analysis: [06:10]
• Devon Vale analysis: [08:15]
• Greg Dulcich analysis: [09:40]
• Final tips/reminders: [10:00]

Summary Table: Top 5 Stash Recommendations

| Player | Team | Rostered % | Key Reason to Stash | |-------------------|-----------------------|------------|-------------------------------------------------| | Bashel Tutin | Jacksonville Jaguars | 26% | Rookie handcuff, goal-line role, upside | | Amari DeMarcado | Arizona Cardinals | 15% | Most explosive, uncertain backfield, opportunity| | Blake Corum | LA Rams | 15% | Increasing workload, handcuff to Kyren Williams | | Devon Vale | New Orleans Saints | 3% | Open snaps after trade, team investment | | Greg Dulcich | Miami Dolphins | 0% | Productive TE, thin depth chart |

Final Advice

Sprint to the waiver wire and ensure none of these players are still available in your league—especially Greg Dulcich, who remains unrostered almost everywhere.

“Make sure you go sprint to the waiver wire. Make sure none of these guys are still available in your leagues. Greg Dulcich especially my gosh, zero percent of leagues. He is definitely available out there.”
— Lucas Wenzel [10:00]

This summary covers all of Lucas Wenzel’s actionable insights and strategic recommendations for stashing key players ahead of Week 10, empowering fantasy managers with a clear edge for the second half of the season.