Yahoo Fantasy Forecast on Jaylen Waddle

Podcast12 bold fantasy predictions for the 2026 seasonSeptember 7, 2026

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I think it matters even more that Waddle is going to be that movement off ball player in Denver this year... There's a massive season coming for him.

Mentioned at 27:08 – 29:01

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Positive signalUsage

Waddle is a high-upside target expected to thrive in his new role.

Josh Norris and the hosts are highly optimistic about Jalen Waddle's 2026 season, specifically noting his role as a 'movement off-ball player' in Denver. Despite skepticism regarding a 118-target projection, the consensus is that he is a 'dynamo' in play-action schemes.

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Jaylen WaddleNegativeUsage

Waddle has just 47 yards in three of four games despite first-round trade cost.

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Jaylen WaddleNegativeProjection

Waddle's co-lead target share failed to produce top-24 finish.

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Jaylen WaddlePositiveProjection

Waddle's 21% target share and WR37 expected points too low for WR2 trust; drops limiting upside.

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Jaylen WaddlePositiveMatchup

Waddle's TD vs. 49ers shows their downfield vulnerability.

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Jaylen WaddlePositiveProjection

Waddle averaging 11 PPG but upside from Denver play-calling change and Bryant injury.

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Jaylen WaddlePositiveProjection

Waddle ranked 20th with 22% target share; Payton takes play-calling back

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