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Fantasy Football Week 3: Waiver Wire Pickups

By Dan Thomas

Dec 20, 2015; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Vikings running back Jerick McKinnon (31) and running back Matt Asiata (44) run onto the field before the game against the Chicago Bears at TCF Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 20, 2015; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Vikings running back Jerick McKinnon (31) and running back Matt Asiata (44) run onto the field before the game against the Chicago Bears at TCF Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-USA TODAY Sports /
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Sep 11, 2016; Nashville, TN, USA; Minnesota Vikings running back Jerick McKinnon (21) runs for a short gain after a missed tackle by Tennessee Titans linebacker Sean Spence (55) during the firs thalf at Nissan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 11, 2016; Nashville, TN, USA; Minnesota Vikings running back Jerick McKinnon (21) runs for a short gain after a missed tackle by Tennessee Titans linebacker Sean Spence (55) during the firs thalf at Nissan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODAY Sports /

1. Jerick McKinnon (23% Owned) and Matt Asiata (1% Owned) — RBs, Minnesota Vikings

When Adrian Peterson originally went down during Sunday Night Football it appeared if his season was in jeopardy. Since then, it’s been reported he is dealing with a torn meniscus.

Although Adam Schefter reported Peterson could play this week with the injury, I’m considering it unlikely. It might be for the best interest for the Vikings to hold Peterson out until he’s completely healthy. In two games Peterson has combined for 50 rushing yards and zero touchdowns. It’s not like Peterson was carrying the Vikings offense as he has in the past.

Just like the situation with the Dolphins and Panthers, you can assume the Vikings backfield will now operate as a committee. The only difference is there’s a little more clarity in this situation.

First off, McKinon and Asiata should be the only two running backs receiving touches. In the other situations, a third running back might get some touches here and there. McKinnon should serve as the team’s starting running back and see most of the touches. Asiata should have a role on third-downs and at the goal line.

Both of these players are a must-add heading into Week 3.

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