Fantasy Football Week 4 Waiver Wire | Must-Add Players + FAAB Bids

Braylon Allen is the top waiver priority at running back. With Breece Hall dealing with a quad injury and expected to miss at least two weeks, Allen is the clear-cut backup in New York. He saw work alongside Hall against Detroit and, while his 3.5 yards per carry in Week 3 was modest, he showed receiving utility. Spend 10-15% FAAB, or up to 20% for desperate teams.

Brian Robinson is a high-end handcuff to target with 1-2% FAAB. He looked explosive in Week 3, recording 10 carries for 50 yards and a touchdown. He is a strong stash for rosters with extra bench space.

Chris Bell is the top wide receiver waiver priority (5-8% FAAB). With Caleb Douglas dealing with an ankle injury and the Dolphins' running game struggling, Bell has high-ceiling potential due to increased passing volume. He is preferred over older veterans.

Cody White is a deep league consideration following Jack Besch's injury; he has three touchdowns this season but plays in a poor offense and is not a priority add.

Darren Waller is currently the TE10 and ranks fifth in the NFL in targets per route run (0.29). He is winning 18.9% of his routes, the highest rate for the position. As he gains more chemistry with Bryce Young, he remains a viable option, especially with Jalen Coker potentially sidelined by a quad injury.

The source suggests considering dropping Deebo Samuel only for Luther Burden, but otherwise advises against it.

Emmanuel Wilson is a low-cost depth option (3-5% FAAB) in a messy Seattle backfield. He out-carried Jardarian Price 9 to 5 last week, though Price remains a factor. Wilson is not expected to be the season-long starter, but he is involved weekly and offers a cheaper alternative to other waiver RBs.

Geno Smith is the top quarterback waiver priority. He has a favorable schedule (Bears, Browns, Patriots, Dolphins) and is facilitating the Jets' offense effectively. Despite only four touchdowns, he provides a safe floor and is a solid mid-to-long-term option. Spend 5-10% FAAB.

The source strongly prefers keeping Ja'Marr Chase and would not trade him for George Pickens and Zay Flowers unless in a very deep league where the roster is desperate.

Jacoby Brissett is a strong short-term streaming option for the next two weeks against the Giants and Lions, both of which are poor defensive matchups for QBs. Spend 3-5% FAAB, though the schedule becomes difficult afterward.

If available, Jakobi Meyers is a priority add (up to 8% FAAB). His role appears to be solidifying as Brian Thomas Jr.'s snap percentage has declined, potentially making Meyers the second option in a high-performing Jaguars passing offense.

Jakobi Meyers is the number one wide receiver priority on the waiver wire, though he should already be rostered in most formats.

The source advises against dropping Jaylen Waddle despite the user's frustration.

Jalen Wright is a recommended add because he was identified as the primary backup to Devon Achane coming out of camp. There is a possibility he could emerge as the starter, making him a valuable stash despite being an honorable mention.

Keenan Allen is a safe, steady floor play for fantasy managers needing a reliable flex option. He saw a season-high 73% snap share in Week 3 and rose to the occasion against a tough Texans defense with 6 catches for 63 yards and a touchdown on 9 targets. He has a favorable upcoming schedule against the Commanders, Steelers, and Titans.

Kenyon Sadiq is a priority tight end add after a breakout performance against the Lions (7 catches, 105 yards, 1 TD on 8 targets). As a first-round talent, he has established himself in the Jets' offense. While his production may fluctuate based on the return of other injured players, he is a high-upside target for tight end-needy teams.

Kirk Cousins has posted back-to-back 20-point fantasy outings, but he is not a higher priority due to a brutal upcoming schedule until Week 12. While the Raiders' offense has performed well, the schedule difficulty limits his long-term fantasy confidence.

The source advises against targeting Kirk Cousins for insurance because he has a very tough schedule ahead.

Ladd McConkey has not looked great, and the source is willing to trade him and Trevion Henderson for Jeremiah Love if the user has wide receiver depth.

Marcus Mariota is a viable short-term QB play against the Colts and Giants, who allow an average of 19.9 fantasy points to the position. He is a backup-turned-starter who has proven fantasy viability in the past, though he is likely only a hold until Jayden Daniels returns.

Marvin Harrison Jr. is considered a drop if you have other players you prefer on your roster.

Ollie Gordon is a risky add due to a poor offensive environment and potential competition from Jalen Wright. While Gordon played 83.1% of snaps in Week 3 with Wright out, his future role is uncertain. He faces a tough schedule (Vikings, Bengals) and is not a priority; spend no more than 10% FAAB.

Quinton Johnston has been ineffective, recording a 0.79 yards per route run and 0.15 fantasy points per route run. The source notes he drops many passes and the team is actively looking for alternatives to get the offense moving, putting his role at risk.

Raheem Sanders is a handcuff option for the Browns who is seeing significant work as a receiver out of the backfield, drawing 5 targets in his last outing. He would see a major role increase if Judkins were to miss time.

Roman Wilson has earned Aaron Rodgers' trust, recording 6 targets in three consecutive weeks. Despite Michael Pittman's return, Wilson saw a team-high 20.6% target share and caught 3 passes for 60 yards and a touchdown. He is emerging as a more sure-handed option than Pittman or DK Metcalf in the Steelers' offense.

Sione Vahki is a deep-league flyer (0-2% FAAB) who serves as a handcuff to Jahmyr Gibbs. While he looked good in limited snaps (6 carries, 30 yards), he is only viable if Gibbs misses time, and the team might bring in competition like Jamaal Williams in that scenario.

Ted Hurst is a deep-league bench stash who has run 84 routes this season, third on the team behind Ibuka and Chris Godwin. With Baker Mayfield out for approximately three weeks, Hurst may benefit from existing chemistry with the backup quarterback from rookie minicamp. He is a low-cost flyer given the uncertainty of the Buccaneers' passing game.

The source advises against trading Terry McLaurin and Luther Burden for Bucky Irving, calling it too much firepower to give up.

Trey Harris is trending toward a larger role, potentially overtaking Quinton Johnston, who has struggled with a 0.79 yards per route run and 0.15 fantasy points per route run. Harris posted 76 yards on 6-of-7 targets (13.6 fantasy points) and boasts a 2.07 yards per route run. He is a high-upside play attached to a good quarterback, and with Ladd McConkey banged up, Harris could emerge as the team's best wide receiver.

Trey Harris is a secondary wide receiver target (5-8% FAAB). While he has a difficult upcoming schedule (Seattle, Broncos, Chiefs), he is a viable add if you are looking for depth.

Xavier Hutchinson is a deep-league floor play who continues to draw volume in the Texans' offense while Nico Collins and Jaden Higgins are sidelined. He is not a high-ceiling play but remains a viable depth piece.