Injuries have once again plagued fantasy football teams in Week 13, leaving many owners scrambling to find suitable replacements for their injured starters. The waiver wire has become a battleground for desperate owners looking to patch up their lineups and salvage their playoff hopes. Let's take a look at some of the top targets for Week 14.

Quarterbacks:

Joe Flacco - Flacco proved to be a surprising hero for fantasy owners last week, putting up solid numbers against the Rams. He looked surprisingly good, making him a potential streaming option for desperate owners in need of a quarterback. The Jacksonville Jaguars' defense has given up substantial points to quarterbacks recently, making Flacco a viable option in deeper leagues.

Tyler Dobbs - Although Dobbs is rostered in the majority of leagues, he may be available on the waiver wire due to a recent poor performance. However, if he starts and bounces back, he could be a fringe QB1 and a valuable streamer. Facing the Las Vegas Raiders in Week 14, Dobbs has a favorable matchup and the potential for a strong fantasy outing.

Matthew Stafford - Stafford has put up back-to-back strong performances, signaling a potential resurgence in his fantasy value. With Kyren Williams back in the backfield, Stafford has thrived, throwing seven touchdown passes over the last two weeks. While facing the Baltimore Ravens' tough defense in Week 14 may not be ideal, Stafford's matchup against the Washington Commanders in Week 15 presents an opportunity for a high-end QB1 performance.

Running Backs:

Ezekiel Elliott - With Rhamondre Stevenson sidelined by an ankle sprain, Elliott is set to take on a greater workload for the struggling New England Patriots' offense. While the Patriots' offense has been lackluster, Elliott's potential volume makes him a viable RB3 or low-end flex play for fantasy owners in need of running back help.

Wide Receivers:

Curtis Samuel - Samuel has consistently been a reliable fantasy option for the Washington Football Team this season. He leads the team's receivers in fantasy points per game and has posted double-digit fantasy points in back-to-back games. Despite the team's Week 14 bye, Samuel should be added to rosters for his potential contribution in PPR leagues in Week 15 against the Los Angeles Rams.

Tight Ends:

Austin Likely - Likely filled in admirably for Mark Andrews in Week 12, and with a favorable matchup against the Los Angeles Rams in Week 14, he is worth considering as a streaming option at tight end. While he may not offer much upside without a touchdown, Likely has the potential to put up around 8-10 points, which is valuable for those in need of a tight end.

Defenses:

Indianapolis Colts - The Colts' defense has been on fire lately, scoring double-digit fantasy points in every game since Week 9. Their upcoming schedule features favorable matchups against the Cincinnati Bengals, Pittsburgh Steelers, Atlanta Falcons, and Las Vegas Raiders. These matchups make the Colts a top streaming option for the rest of the fantasy season.

New Orleans Saints - The Saints' defense has been solid in forcing turnovers throughout the season. Their upcoming matchup against the Carolina Panthers, who have struggled to protect their quarterback and score points, presents a great opportunity for the Saints' defense to shine in fantasy.

Green Bay Packers - The Packers' defense has improved in recent weeks and faces a favorable matchup against the struggling New York Giants and their inexperienced quarterback, Tommy DeVito. With the Giants' offensive struggles, the Packers' defense has a chance to deliver a strong fantasy performance.

As fantasy football owners navigate the waiver wire for Week 14, Ezekiel Elliott and Curtis Samuel emerge as top targets to fill in for injured players. Quarterbacks like Joe Flacco and Tyler Dobbs also offer potential streaming options, while tight end Austin Likely provides a viable insurance option. With the right pickups, fantasy owners can overcome the challenges of injury-riddled lineups and make a strong push towards the playoffs.