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Fantasy football countdown: Top 5 waiver wire picks

Even with the extra carries in the wake of Ahmad Bradshaw's leg injury, Richardson may not get enough yards to help you, but he has improved this season at the goal line.

Even with the extra carries in the wake of Ahmad Bradshaw’s leg injury, Richardson may not get enough yards to help you, but he has improved this season at the goal line.  (Joe Robbins / Getty Images)

By Phil Thompson
Chicago Tribune
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Injuries and newfound playing time have allowed several players to emerge as prime picks in this week’s waiver-wire countdown.

3. Isaiah Crowell, RB, Browns

You won’t have to worry about Ben Tate anymore: The Browns waived him Tuesday. The door’s wide open for Crowell and Terrance West to compete, though Crowell’s a bit tougher.  (Gregory Shamus / Getty Images)

2. Drew Stanton, QB, Cardinals

Stanton stepped up against the Lions and threw for 306 yards and two scores. Even if you don’t have Carson Palmer on your roster, Stanton might be an upgrade over your other quarterbacks.   (Christian Petersen / Getty Images)

1. Jordan Matthews, WR, Eagles

Matthews has gone from third option slot to arguably Mark Sanchez’s top target. Matthews has scored four touchdowns in the past three games and has back-to-back 100-yard games.   (Evan Habeeb / Getty Images)

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Phil Thompson

Phil Thompson covers sports pop culture with a Chicago focus as well as fantasy football and MMA. The Virginia native and former RedEye sports editor has worked in a variety of positions in his more than 20 years at the Tribune.

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