Welcome to CFF Week 9 G6 Risers. Each week, waivers clear on Tuesday morning. Then, rostership numbers jump. My job is simple. Basically, I find the players who will climb before your leaguemates do.
This week, I have four names for you. First, we have a quarterback coming off his best game of the season. Next, there’s a running back who quietly posts double digits almost every week. Then comes a slot receiver I called before his breakout. Finally, we have a tight end who is secretly a running back. Yes, you read that right. He’s the mullet of fantasy football: tight end eligibility up front, running back points in the back.
Also, keep an eye on the calendar. MACtion is here, so several MAC teams are on bye. On top of that, two of these games are on weeknights. So, let’s not waste any time. Here is CFF Week 9 G6 Risers.
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CFF Week 9 G6 Risers
Quarterback
Dru DeShields, Kent State
Fantrax Rostership: 5%
Total Fantasy Points: 139.1
Fantasy Points Per Game: 17.4 (6-point passing TD)
Last week, DeShields scored 45.6 fantasy points against Akron. It was his best game of the season. In fact, it was his best game since Ball State back in late September. And yes, it came at home in a rivalry game. Clearly, the man likes an audience.
Now, the question is whether he can build on it. I think he can. Kent State flies west this week to face Sacramento State on Friday night. The Hornets allow 24.15 fantasy points per game to quarterbacks. That ranks towards the back of the pack in the MAC.
So, why am I excited about a matchup? Simply put, look at the waiver wire. This is a hard week to find quarterbacks. With MACtion getting started, a lot of MAC teams are on bye. As a result, your usual streaming options are sitting at home.
Meanwhile, DeShields is playing. He’s also playing with confidence. More importantly, his top target has a great matchup. I’ll get to him in a minute. For now, just know that Sacramento State’s secondary has some holes. When a quarterback is hot and the defense has holes, I’m interested.
Also, think about the ceiling. Last week proved he can win you a matchup by himself. Meanwhile, most quarterbacks on your waiver wire can’t say that. Instead, they offer a safe 14 points and a shrug. DeShields offers more.
Is DeShields going to hang another 45 on you? Probably not. Still, you don’t need 45. You need a starter in a bye-heavy week. I would feel comfortable picking up Dru DeShields this week. After all, momentum is real, and he has plenty of it.
For that reason, DeShields leads off CFF Week 9 G6 Risers. Watch his rostership climb Tuesday morning.
DRU TO WAYNE FOR THE SCORE!
KSU – 7
TSDTR – 7📺 https://t.co/sJxzWSeWHB
📻 https://t.co/4ZZywBCn1x
📊 https://t.co/2cep5rpjF9#GoFlashes⚡️ | #HAB1TS https://t.co/4gaAViuGWR
— Kent State Football (@KentStFootball) October 24, 2026
Running Back
Cyncir Bowers, UConn
Fantrax Rostership: 21%
Total Fantasy Points: 109.3
Fantasy Points Per Game: 15.6
Bowers is the definition of steady. In six of his seven games this season, he has reached double digits. Over his last three, he has scored 29.9, 17.2, and 20.6 fantasy points. That’s not a fluke. Instead, that’s a trend.
The usage backs it up. First, his weighted opportunity share of 55.68 leads the UConn running back room. Second, he’s averaging 80.5 total yards per game. On top of that, his 12 red zone carries and 6 rushing touchdowns also lead the room. In other words, when UConn gets close, Bowers gets the ball.
Remember, he started his career at West Virginia. Then, he transferred to UConn this offseason. Since then, he has made the most of it. For example, he ran for 163 yards and two scores against Syracuse earlier this month. Then, last week, he ripped off a 70-yard touchdown run against UMass.
Now, let’s be honest about the matchup. UConn heads to Air Force on Saturday. The Falcons allow 19.76 fantasy points per game to running backs. That’s below average for this week’s slate. Also, Air Force runs the ball a ton. Consequently, they shorten games and limit possessions.
However, I’m not adding Bowers for one game. I’m adding him for the role. Volume wins in fantasy football. And Bowers has the volume. Even in a tougher spot, he gives you a solid floor. Plus, one long run can flip the whole day, as UMass found out.
That’s why Bowers belongs in CFF Week 9 G6 Risers. He’s the kind of back who doesn’t look exciting until you check the box score. Then, suddenly, he looks very exciting.
CYNCIR. BOWERS. 💪‼️ https://t.co/kpMd4LkeIE
— UConn Football (@UConnFootball) October 24, 2026
Wide Receiver
Wayne Harris, Kent State
Fantrax Rostership: 2%
Total Fantasy Points: 115.6
Fantasy Points Per Game: 14.4
Obviously, if I like Dru DeShields, I’ve got to like a pass catcher. Enter Wayne Harris.
Before Week 8, I talked about Harris on the waiver wire segment of G5 Hive Live. If you listened, you already heard this. If you didn’t, let me read you what I said.
Wayne Harris is the slot for Kent State. His 6.43 targets, four receptions, 55.71 yards, five red zone targets, and one touchdown all lead the team. I look for him to have a spike week.
So, what did he do? Well, he caught nine passes on 17 targets for 156 yards and three touchdowns. That was good for 42.6 fantasy points. Seventeen targets! At that point, DeShields wasn’t reading the defense. He was just reading Harris’s jersey number.
Admittedly, I’m going to take a small victory lap here. Don’t worry, it’s a short lap. Kent State has a flight to catch.
Now, here’s the best part. The matchup is even better this week. Sacramento State allows 30.68 fantasy points per game to wide receivers. Specifically, they allow 17.9 points per game to the slot. Even worse for them, they give up 0.550 points per slot snap. That’s the 2nd-worst mark in the nation.
Think about that for a second. Harris lines up in the slot. Sacramento State can’t cover the slot. Meanwhile, his quarterback is hot. Every arrow points in the same direction.
Of course, 17 targets won’t happen every week. Still, even half of that workload against this defense is a strong day. Bottom line, fire him up. Pick up Wayne Harris and put him in your lineup.
SIX FOR SIX! Wayne Harris to the house!
KSU – 14
TSDTR – 14📺 https://t.co/sJxzWSfux9
📻 https://t.co/4ZZywBCUR5
📊 https://t.co/2cep5rpRuH#GoFlashes⚡️ | #HAB1TS https://t.co/E6ND95SA9G
— Kent State Football (@KentStFootball) October 24, 2026
Tight End
Connor Lair, Missouri State
Fantrax Rostership: 3%
Total Fantasy Points: 54.9
Fantasy Points Per Game: 7.8
Lastly, we have the tight end. For this one, I need you to understand the circumstances.
Connor Lair is a tight end at Missouri State. However, in Fantrax, he carries both running back and tight end eligibility. That matters a lot right now.
Here’s the backstory. Breezy Dubar is the RB2 in this backfield. Unfortunately, he got hurt in Week 6. So, Lair stepped in and gave you 6.4 points that week. Then, Dubar missed Weeks 7 and 8. As a result, Lair slid into that RB2 role full-time. He scored 13.4 points in Week 7. After that, he put up 24.6 points in Week 8.
Let that sink in. That’s running back production in your tight end slot. Honestly, it feels a little like cheating. But it’s legal, so I’m not asking questions.
Now, here’s the catch. You have to watch the injury report. If Dubar is out, Lair is a no-doubt start. Play the tight end who gets you running back points. On the other hand, if Dubar is back, Lair will likely have a quieter game.
Also, think about why the dual eligibility matters. Tight end is the thinnest position in CFF. Most weeks, you’re hoping for five catches and a prayer. In contrast, Lair gives you carries, goal-line chances, and a few catches on top. That’s a cheat code at a position full of guesswork.
Fortunately, you’ll know early. Missouri State hosts Sam Houston on Tuesday. The Bearkats allow 27.73 fantasy points per game to running backs. They also give up 200.7 rushing yards per game on the ground. So, if Lair gets the work, the matchup is there.
Either way, he’s definitely worth a pickup. At worst, you get a tight end with a running back’s upside. At best, you get a tight end putting up running back numbers. That’s why Lair rounds out CFF Week 9 G6 Risers.
Connor Lair with some tough running 😤 @MoStateFootball https://t.co/lr3mrYV2qM
— CBS Sports Network (@CBSSportsNet) October 15, 2026
The Bottom Line
To sum it up, each of these players has a clear path to a role. DeShields is hot during a bye-heavy week. Bowers owns the UConn backfield and keeps posting double digits. Harris is the slot receiver in a dream matchup. Meanwhile, Lair gives you running back points from the tight end spot.
If you need a quarterback, start with DeShields. If you need a receiver, grab Harris. Better yet, stack them together. Next, add Bowers for the long haul. Finally, stash Lair and watch Tuesday’s game closely.
That wraps up CFF Week 9 G6 Risers. Get your claims in before waivers run Tuesday morning. Remember, Missouri State plays that same night, so watch the Dubar news closely. I’ll be back Thursday with my sicko list. Until then, good luck in your Week 9 matchups!
If you want more G6 information, catch me every Sunday and Monday night at about 10:30 p.m. ET on YouTube or X, where Justice and I bring you The G5 Hive Live. And if you missed my articles from last week, Week 8 G6 Risers: Four Waiver Adds to Make Before Tuesday and CFF Week 8 G6 Sicko List, be sure to check them out. There may still be some value floating around on your waiver wire.
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