Week 14 Waiver Wire: Looking at the Best Available Injury Replacements

The following are the top injury replacements on the Week 14 waiver wire:

Injury: Adrian Peterson, Vikings

Replacement: Toby Gerhart, Vikings

Peterson will likely push to play this week, but there's no reason for the Vikings to rush him back sitting at 2-10. If Peterson does sit again, Gerhart is a guy that has to be claimed by Peterson owners. Gerthart went over 130 yards last week against the Broncos. 

Injury: Matt Forte, Bears

Replacement: Marion Barber, Bears

The loss of Forte is a tough blow for the Bears, who are also without starting quarterback Jay Cutler down the stretch. Barber is still a tough back, however, and he'll be getting the lion's share of carries for the Bears while Forte is on the shelf. Expect 10-15 touches, with goal-line carries (if the Bears get there) sprinkled in. 

Injury: Kevin Smith, Lions

Replacement: Maurice Morris, Lions

Since coming back to Detroit, Smith has been unable to stay healthy. He left again on Sunday with a nagging ankle injury. That's given Morris plenty of opportunities, and he's responded with some solid performances. Morris's ability to contribute in both the pass and run game gives him safe value.