Week 2 Waiver Wire: MUST-ADD Pickups & Deep Sleepers

A.J. Brown has been placed on injured reserve and will miss time, creating a void in the offense.

The source notes uncertainty regarding Alvin Kamara's usage for the upcoming season, specifically questioning if he will be limited to a passing-down role given his age.

Antonio Williams is a speculative waiver wire add who caught all four of his targets for 64 yards and a touchdown. While the Washington receiver room is crowded, he is a player to watch; his value could increase if Chigoziem Okonkwo misses time due to injury. The source suggests betting on his talent and monitoring his role growth.

Braelon Allen is a recommended high-end handcuff target who looked impressive in Week 1, recording 10 carries for 40 yards and having a touchdown called back despite the Jets' offensive limitations.

Bryce Young is a priority waiver wire target after a strong Week 1 performance recording 361 passing yards, three touchdowns, and a rushing score, finishing as QB3 overall. The source suggests being aggressive with FAAB (around 5%) in thin-margin leagues like FFPC or NFC, noting that Dave Canales' system appears effective and Young is showing improved mobility and distribution to multiple receivers.

Caleb Douglas is recommended as a shallow league add following a week one performance of five catches for 94 yards; the source notes he was drafted in many leagues but is worth checking for availability.

Carson Wentz is a priority Superflex waiver target. The source notes his connection with Justin Jefferson and a favorable upcoming matchup against the Chicago Bears defense, which struggled in Week 1.

Chigoziem Okonkwo suffered an injury that requires monitoring; his potential absence could increase the team's reliance on wide receivers and boost the value of players like Antonio Williams.

Devon Achane is contextualized as the starter for whom Jaylen Wright serves as the handcuff.

Demarcus Robinson is a recommended waiver wire add for deeper formats after stepping into a larger role and recording two catches for 50 yards and a touchdown.

Demario Douglas is recommended as a floor-play wide receiver for fantasy rosters; he recorded seven targets and five catches in his most recent outing.

Derrick Henry is the primary starter in Baltimore for whom Justice Hill serves as a recommended handcuff.

Dontayvion Wicks is a priority waiver wire add; he played 90% of snaps and recorded two catches for 73 yards and a touchdown.

Drew Lock is identified as a secondary Superflex target who will start every game while Sam Darnold is sidelined.

Dyami Brown is identified as competition for snaps in the Washington wide receiver room alongside Jaylen Lane.

Emari Demercado is a priority handcuff running back to target on the waiver wire. He is viewed as a valuable contingent upside play in the Dallas offense who would step into a significant role if Javonte Williams were to miss time.

George Holani is recommended for deeper formats; he played over 40% of snaps in Week 1, handled all third-down work, and is trusted by the coaching staff for pass blocking.

Greg Dulcich is a deep-league tight end premium option to monitor due to his 75% plus route participation in Week 1, despite not producing significant stats.

Jacoby Brissett is an interesting quarterback option who finished as a mid-QB2 in Week 1 with 277 passing yards and six rushing attempts, while successfully holding off Carson Beck. The source considers him an interesting waiver wire target.

The source advises against picking up Jaylen Coker, characterizing suggestions to add him as ridiculous and noting he was already being drafted in round 10 of competitive leagues.

Jaylen Lane is identified as competition for snaps in the Washington wide receiver room alongside Dyami Brown.

Jonathan Taylor is established as the starter for whom Seth McGowan serves as the direct handcuff.

Justice Hill is a recommended cheap, direct handcuff to roster for managers who have Derrick Henry on their fantasy teams, as he should be monitored for potential value in the Baltimore backfield.

Khalif Raymond is a recommended waiver wire pickup due to his nine-target, eight-catch, 84-yard performance in Week 1; he is on a high-powered offense and earned immediate trust from Caleb Williams, making him a priority add in three-wide receiver formats.

Kalif Raymond is a priority waiver wire add in three-wide receiver formats after a strong Week 1 performance where he recorded eight catches for 84 yards on nine targets. He is on a high-powered offense and earned immediate trust from Caleb Williams, out-targeting teammates like Luther Burden and Rome Odunze.

Kendre Miller is a priority waiver wire add and potential 'dart throw' for fantasy rosters. Despite his history of injury issues, the source highlights strong preseason vibes and his Week 1 production (9 carries, 30 yards, 1 TD), suggesting a 4% FAAB bid in FFPC formats, though advises against overspending.

Kirk Cousins is highlighted as a Superflex waiver target after throwing three touchdown passes in a win against Miami.

Ladd McConkey is dealing with a chest injury that needs to be monitored, despite having caught a touchdown pass in his recent outing.

Luther Burden is currently used as a context point for target share, having combined with Rome Odunze for fewer targets than Kalif Raymond in Week 1.

Mack Hollins is expected to benefit from A.J. Brown's injury in terms of snap share; he recorded four catches for 51 yards in his most recent outing.

Malik Washington is a recommended waiver wire add who is playing a full-time role in Miami. He led the team's wide receivers with eight targets, recording three catches for 53 yards in one game and five catches for 94 yards on eight targets in another context.

Mike Gesicki is a recommended waiver target in tight end premium formats after leading the Bengals in targets, catches, and receiving yards in Week 1; he is being consistently targeted by Joe Burrow. Despite some skepticism in other fantasy columns, he is a player to keep in mind.

Pat Freiermuth is a priority tight end waiver add who could provide top-15 numbers; he is coming off a strong Week 1 with 5 catches for 46 yards and a touchdown.

Raheem Sanders is recommended as a deep-league waiver wire add and the 'next man in' for the Cleveland backfield following an injury to Dylan Sampson.

Rashod Bateman is a recommended waiver wire add as a short-term injury fill-in, benefiting from the absences of Zay Flowers and others in a high-performing Baltimore offense.

Ray Davis is identified as a high-end handcuff running back behind a strong starter in Buffalo who should be monitored for potential fantasy value.

Roman Wilson is a waiver target for deep and dynasty formats after earning six targets in Week 1 and showing signs of trust from his quarterback. He is a priority over drop candidates like Jalen McMillan.

Rome Odunze is noted as having been banged up during the preseason, which contributes to the potential for target consolidation if he misses time; he currently trails Kalif Raymond in target volume.

Despite a disappointing opening game with zero catches on three targets, the source advises holding Romeo Doubs for at least one more game before dropping him.

Samaje Perine is a clear handcuff to Chase Brown who offers emergency usage in the passing game, making him a viable roster option.

Shedeur Sanders is suggested as a potential waiver target specifically for very deep Superflex formats.

Terry McLaurin had a poor outing in the recent game, managing only four targets.

Travis Etienne remains a valuable player in the passing game, but his failure to act as a dominant bellcow in a game where Alvin Kamara was absent serves as a notable signal regarding his usage.

Trey Harris is a player to watch as a potential beneficiary if Ladd McConkey misses time due to his chest injury.

The source is currently monitoring the injury status of Zay Flowers.