IDP Week 3 Waiver Pickups – 2012 Fantasy Football

With the season off and running, IDP owners need to keep an eye out for players on the waiver wire who could become top producers. This is the time of year when a handful of ‘unknowns’ begin to emerge into fantasy stardom.

Derek Morgan, DE, Titans – It has taken a few seasons, but the former first-round pick is starting to realize the potential that many scouts expected from his time at Georgia Tech. Morgan has been a standout on the Titans’ defense with 10 solo tackles, four assists and a sack through two contests.

He is the type of defensive end who can defend the run and rush the passer at an above average level. It will be interesting to see how much the 23-year-old progresses this season.

William Moore, S, Falcons – The former Missouri Tiger is becoming a force in IDP leagues with 15 total tackles (12 solo), two interceptions and a sack through two games. The 27-year-old is entering his prime and will be a consistent tackler going forward with the potential to produce some big plays along the way.

Moore’s sack of Peyton Manning on Monday night marked the first full sack of his career (he had .5 sacks last season). His two interceptions in as many games are a sign of good things to come after he recorded five last season.

Jerrell Freeman, LB, Colts – Here’s a classic situation of a player making the most of his opportunity. Freeman has 18 total tackles (11 solo) in the first two games while starting in place of the injured inside linebacker Pat Angerer (foot). The second-year player had a ‘pick six’ in Week 1 and had a sack last week while seeing lots of snaps. He’s worth consideration as a No. 3 or 4 linebacker and could be very useful come the bye weeks.

Harrison Smith, S, Vikings – The rookie out of Notre Dame is fitting in nicely in the Vikings’ secondary as the starter at strong safety. He was the 29th overall pick of last year’s draft and figures to see lots of opportunities for tackles. Smith has a lot of upside and could be a top safety in IDP for years to come. As for this year, he’s a solid pickup and possible starter in tackle-heavy leagues.

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