Week 3 Waiver Wire Targets + Biggest Risers & Fallers | Fantasy Focus

Eric Moody noted that A.J. Brown was dealing with an injury in Week 1, forcing him to rely on his bench depth.

Alec Pierce will be out several weeks with a heel injury. The source suggests he is now droppable, noting his part-time role and potential connection to previous offseason injury issues.

Blake Corum looked good as a runner and will play a real role in the Rams' offense, but he currently holds no standalone fantasy value and serves primarily as an elite insurance policy for Kyren Williams.

Bryce Young is a priority waiver add, currently leading the NFL in passing touchdowns and ranking second in passing yards. He has a favorable schedule over the next five weeks, making him a strong streaming option.

The source cites the improved play of Bryce Young as a primary reason for confidence in the Panthers' passing game and the continued production of Jalen Coker.

Caleb Williams has avoided a major hamstring injury but is considered week-to-week. The source advises fantasy managers to make a plan and find a replacement quarterback for week three.

Colston Loveland remains a top-10ish tight end option due to the scarcity of the position. The source expects Bagent to target the middle of the field, which may help salvage Loveland's floor.

D'Andre Swift is expected to receive a heavy workload in the Bears' offense because he has been the most consistent performer for the team.

Dallas Goedert will miss a few weeks due to an MCL sprain.

Dalton Kincaid is viewed as the TE3 in fantasy football, having been unlocked in the Bills' offense and playing a significant snap share.

Dalton Schultz is viewed as a potential target monster while Nico Collins is sidelined, similar to Jake Ferguson's role last year; however, the source expects his production to return to earth once Collins returns and as the Texans' defense improves, leading to lower passing volume.

Daniel Jones is currently off the fantasy radar. His rushing production is down significantly following his Achilles tear, and the Colts' offense lacks explosiveness.

Davante Adams delivered a vintage performance with 8 catches for 195 yards and 2 touchdowns, showing he still has significant gas in the tank. While his volume might be capped when Puka Nacua is healthy, Adams becomes a high-confidence start if Nacua misses time due to his hip injury.

Davante Adams had a massive performance (8 catches, 195 yards, 2 TDs) and looked rejuvenated. The source notes he was making plays downfield, which is more sustainable than his previous reliance on short-yardage touchdowns.

Devon Achane is struggling with efficiency, recording only 6.5% of runs for 10+ yards compared to his RB1 status in breakaway runs last year; the source notes he is currently outside the top 12 running backs for week three.

Denzel Boston has emerged as a key target in the Browns' offense, playing over 93% of snaps and showing versatility in the slot. He has outperformed Casey Concepcion and is a strong waiver add given his consistent role and connection with Deshaun Watson.

Drake London's fantasy outlook improves with Michael Penix Jr. at quarterback. The source recalls London had 39 targets during Penix's three starts at the end of his rookie season.

The source recommends Emmanuel Wilson as a priority add in 10-team leagues, specifically as a replacement for Kenneth Gainwell if a manager is thin at running back and needs immediate help for the upcoming weekend.

Isaiah Likely is the most reliable fantasy asset in the Giants' passing game. Despite a modest 8.3-point performance, his consistent target share in back-to-back weeks makes him a must-start at the tight end position.

Jadarian Price is dealing with a shoulder injury rather than a chest issue; while the source notes it is intact and not serious, he is not guaranteed to play this weekend and has been a disappointment through the first two weeks.

Jalen Coker is a major riser and looks like a locked-in WR2/flex play. He has been highly productive, recording 8-131-2 against Chicago and 8-66 on nine targets against Atlanta. He is clearly an established part of the Panthers' offense, and his success is supported by Bryce Young's improved play and his own history of four top-25 finishes in his final seven games last season.

Jameis Winston is expected to start for the Giants in place of the injured Jackson Dart. While he is a better quarterback than his 11-for-27 performance suggests, his presence likely represents a downgrade for pass catchers Malik Nabers and Isaiah Likely.

The source mentions James Cook in the context of a fantasy staff league where a misunderstanding of the budget led to an accidental $100 bid on him.

Jonah Coleman is a speculative waiver add to monitor in the Denver backfield. While he is a talented runner with a skill set similar to David Montgomery, his fantasy value is contingent on J.K. Dobbins' health; if Dobbins plays, Coleman is unlikely to be a top-25 running back.

Josh Downs received a theoretical promotion in the Colts' offense, with plans to move him around the formation to increase his volume following Michael Pittman's departure.

Juwan Johnson is considered a serviceable tight end option, preferred over Dalton Schultz when Nico Collins is active, especially if the Texans' offense remains pass-heavy.

While the source suggests Emmanuel Wilson as a short-term fill-in, they maintain that Kenneth Gainwell remains significantly more valuable than Wilson as a long-term reserve-level running back.

Kyler Murray has cleared concussion protocol. The source ranks him in the 12-15 range for week three, noting he is a viable option for managers dealing with the recent wave of quarterback injuries.

Kyren Williams remains the clear lead back for the Rams, looking fantastic and finding the end zone twice in his latest outing. He is firmly established as the primary option in the backfield.

The source suggests benching Luther Burden for week three, noting that while he may be slightly less affected by the QB change than Rome Odunze due to his ability to create after the catch, the overall offense is not one to target.

Malik Nabers dealt with a shoulder injury that popped out and back in during the game. While he returned, his fantasy floor remains lower, evidenced by a 1-catch, 1-yard performance, and he faces potential offensive struggles with Jameis Winston at quarterback.

Eric Moody expressed frustration with Malik Nabers' lack of production in Week 2, joking that he should be on a milk carton for his disappearance during the game.

Michael Penix Jr. is set to start for the Atlanta Falcons on Thursday night. The source notes he has a big arm and is willing to push the ball downfield, which could provide upside to the offense.

Puka Nacua missed Monday night's game with a hip injury. Managers will need an insurance plan for Sunday night's game as his status remains uncertain.

Rashad Bateman is a short-term fantasy option while Zay Flowers is sidelined, serving as the WR1 in Baltimore. However, his value is expected to evaporate once Flowers returns, and he has shown some reliability concerns, including a route-running error that led to an interception.

The source highlights Rashad Bateman as a key target in the Ravens' offense, noting his recent performance of seven catches for 88 yards and a touchdown; the team is described as thin at wide receiver, making him a primary option.

The source advises against starting Rome Odunze in week three, noting that Tyson Bagent's lack of arm strength hurts Odunze's value significantly compared to other receivers.

Rome Odunze is identified as a faller, having recorded only 14.5 fantasy points through two games; he appears to be dealing with a lingering foot issue and is currently ranked outside the top 25 wide receivers for week three.

After a scoreless week one, Terrence Ferguson broke out with 9 targets, 6 catches, 54 yards, and a touchdown, finishing as the TE8 for the week. While his usage relative to Colby Parkinson remains volatile in Sean McVay's scheme, Ferguson's athleticism and red-zone potential make him a player worth monitoring closely.

Trey McBride is considered the TE1 for the remainder of the season based on his performance through the first two weeks.

Tyson Bagent is expected to start in place of the injured Caleb Williams. The source notes this is a significant downgrade for the entire Chicago Bears passing offense.

Zach Ertz is a speculative add following the Dallas Goedert injury, but the source does not expect him to crack the top 12 tight ends for week three due to the new offense and short turnaround.