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Early NFL Week 7 Waiver Wire Targets: Cleveland Browns RB D'Ernest Johnson, Baltimore Ravens WR Rashod Bateman

Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Browns running back D'Ernest Johnson (30) runs with the ball as New York Giants linebacker Oshane Ximines (53) is blocked by fullback Andy Janovich (31) during the first half at FirstEnergy Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports

As we move into the middle of the season, remember to remain vigilant — fantasy football teams that get complacent end up suffering over time. Hawking those waiver wires is key.

Here are two players to keep high on your priority list when waivers are processed this Wednesday.

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RB D’ERNEST JOHNSON, CLEVELAND BROWNS

ESPN Rostership: 1.1%
Yahoo Rostership: 2%
Suggested FAB: 10%

Nick Chubb was announced out early ahead of Week 6 due to a calf injury. Then, during the game, Kareem Hunt exited with his own calf injury. Hunt was carted off, but based on what we’ve heard, this seems mostly precautionary. After that injury, the Browns had just one remaining four-play drive in the game where Johnson saw a single rushing attempt.

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