As the NFL Week 11 approaches, fantasy football managers with teams on the cusp of playoff contention are actively considering trade offers or scouring the free-agent pool for potential sleeper picks. This crucial juncture in the season necessitates prompt action for those seeking to secure postseason spots. Fortunately for managers in this situation, various teams have implemented midseason adjustments and made post-bye-week changes that could elevate the production of players who are not widely rostered.

This week, the skill players highlighted as sleeper options are all first-timers, and the two quarterbacks mentioned have the potential to become fantasy starters for the remainder of the season. The sleeper options listed are available in more than 50 percent of leagues, based on FantasyPros' consensus roster percentages. Bo Nix, priced at $6,200 on DraftKings, has seen his roster percentage rise, nearing the sleeper-streamer threshold. Nix, who was previously suggested for a Week 8 start, had a remarkable outing in which he finished second among quarterbacks in fantasy scoring. With 215 passing yards and two touchdowns against the Kansas City Chiefs' defense, which ranks 14th against the pass, Nix is expected to deliver another productive performance against the Atlanta Falcons, whose pass and run defenses rank 20th or worse. Nix also ranks fifth among quarterbacks in rushing yards, totaling 290, and has a chance to set a new career high in combined passing and rushing yards this week.

Another quarterback to consider is Russell Wilson, priced at $5,900 on DraftKings, who faces the Baltimore Ravens defense that has been susceptible to quarterback scoring. The Ravens have allowed the second-most fantasy points to opposing quarterbacks and may be without key safety Kyle Hamilton due to an ankle injury. Wilson has demonstrated his ability to throw accurately downfield, supported by wide receivers George Pickens and Mike Williams, who can exploit the Ravens' secondary. Despite a completion rate of 58.8 percent, Wilson has thrown for six touchdowns against just one interception over the past three games and could achieve a strong fantasy performance this week.

Gus Edwards, priced at $4,400 on DraftKings, makes a notable return to relevance after missing four consecutive games due to an ankle injury. In his recent performance against the Tennessee Titans, Edwards rushed ten times for 55 yards, signaling his reintegration into the Chargers' backfield rotation. Given that both Edwards and teammate J.K. Dobbins have been receiving double-digit carries, they could both find success against the Cincinnati Bengals' run defense, which ranks 17th. Cincinnati's vulnerability in the red zone may also allow for multiple scoring opportunities for Edwards.

In the Denver Broncos backfield, rookie fifth-rounder Audric Estime, priced at $4,500 on DraftKings, has emerged as the lead running back following his strong Week 10 performance, where he recorded 14 carries. Head coach Sean Payton has indicated that Estime will continue to receive increased opportunities, leading to a shift in how managers should view the Broncos' backfield. Estime’s touch volume and favorable matchup against the Atlanta Falcons' defense, which ranks 20th against the run, makes him a prime sleeper option for Week 11.

Nick Westbrook-Ikhine, priced at $3,600 on DraftKings, has shown consistent scoring potential, having scored in four consecutive games until recently. With a significant role in the Tennessee Titans offense, Westbrook-Ikhine could return to scoring form against the Minnesota Vikings, who are giving up the second-most fantasy points to wide receivers. His rapport with quarterback Will Levis could yield touchdown opportunities this week.

Rookie quarterback Drake Maye priced at $3,500, is working to establish rapport with wide receivers DeMario Douglas and Kayshon Boutte. Despite lacking a single go-to receiver, Maye has targeted both Douglas and Boutte frequently in recent weeks. Douglas, known among managers, has been more consistently targeted, while Boutte has begun to see increased opportunities in the Patriots' passing game. With the Rams' pass defense ranked 22nd, there is potential for Boutte to have a breakout performance in Week 11.

Finally, Will Dissly, priced at $3,200 on DraftKings, is another tight end to watch as he has benefitted from a balanced offensive attack from the Los Angeles Chargers, ranking ninth in rush attempts. Dissly has emerged as the primary pass-catching tight end for the Chargers and is positioned for considerable targets against the Cincinnati Bengals, who have struggled defensively against tight ends.

As is often the case, managers should consider targeting tight ends facing the Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs have allowed the second-most fantasy points to tight ends, and with the uncertainty surrounding Buffalo Bills' Dalton Kincaid due to a knee injury, Dawson Knox may see increased opportunities. Knox, acting as the Bills' No. 2 tight end, could be primed for a productive outing against the Chiefs' weak defense.