Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Week 4: Peyton Hillis, Lance Moore Make Their Mark

Bills quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick. Now, clearly, if you can do better than the starting quarterback of the Buffalo Bills on your fantasy team, you go ahead and do that. Fitzpatrick, however, had a nice 2010 debut as the new head man in Buffalo, throwing for 247 yards and two scores (with two ugly picks, mind you) against a pretty awful Patriots defense. Yes, there are protection problems in Buffalo, and yes, they'll hurt Fitzpatrick, but his next two games come against the No. 27 and No. 29-ranked pass defenses in the Jets (still without Darrelle Revis) and Jaguars. Fitzpatrick could be a nice play for you in the short term if you're desperate.

Browns running back Peyton Hillis. If Hillis has managed to stay available in your league through three weeks, don't let that trend continue. He dominated a very solid Ravens defense in Week 3, totaling 180 yards and a touchdown - and he's scored touchdowns in all three games this year. He won't be losing his starting role any time soon. Not only should he be owned in every league, he's starter-worthy for most owners.

Saints wide receiver Lance Moore. One of Drew Brees' favorite targets in 2008, Moore is just now working his way back into the regular rotation in New Orleans, aided by the injury to Reggie Bush. He's coming off a huge performance against Atlanta (six catches, 149 yards, two touchdowns), and will be a frequent target in the Saints' high-octane offense for the remainder of the season. This is the hottest name on the waiver wire this week.

Chiefs tight end Tony Moeaki. Already a favorite target of quarterback Matt Cassel, Moeaki - a rookie out of Iowa - has touchdowns in two of his first three NFL games. He'll continue to get looks in Kansas City's conservative offense, and while his production won't be consistent, he'll have big enough days to use as a spot starter. He's a high-upside backup tight end for now, but the Chiefs' offense could just be warming up. His development hinges on Cassel's development.

49ers quarterback Alex Smith. It's time to let the dream die. The only positive surrounding the 49ers' passing offense at the moment is that they do it a lot; Smith has thrown the ball at least 32 times in all three games, and over 40 times twice. He isn't getting the protection necessary to succeed, however, and when he is, he's still making mistakes. His next two contests are brutal (Atlanta, Philadelphia). You can do better at backup quarterback.

Colts running back Donald Brown. Many believed that Brown, a 2009 first-round pick, would emerge as the best running back option in Indianapolis entering his second pro season. Through three games, he's averaging just 3.5 yards per rush, and can't stay on the field because of his protection issues in Peyton Manning's pass-happy offense. At this point, Brown is simply a handcuff for Joseph Addai owners, and a nice stash in dynasty leagues.

Bears wide receiver Devin Aromashodu. Once upon a time, Aromashodu looked like he'd be the go-to target in Chicago's shiny new Mike Martz-crafted offense. He spent Week 3 inactive - a healthy scratch - and the Bears are flinging excuses ranging from being "banged up" to not being comfortable as a slot receiver as reasons for his sudden demotion. Bottom line: Aromashodu's not on the field, and the trio of Devin Hester, Johnny Knox and Earl Bennett are producing well enough to keep him on the sidelines.

Texans tight end Owen Daniels. Daniels remains in an ideal situation. When healthy, he is effectively the second receiving option in a very potent offense. However, he has been incorporated slowly into the offense following a lengthy rehabilitation, and while his reception totals continue to climb in each appearance, he's not producing the way he should be. He's probably worth keeping around, because once things click into place, he should become one of fantasy football's best tight ends once again. For now, he's a backup, and could be interesting trade bait if you're looking to make a move.