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Week 2 waiver wire: seven names worth a bid
One week of data, wildly volatile prices, and a few pickups that could swing your fantasy season.
In brief
One week of data, wildly volatile prices, and a few pickups that could swing your fantasy season. Week 2 is the best chance all year to land a player your draft missed, so spend FAAB on real opportunity, not on one touchdown. Originally reported by New York Post.
Volatile prices, one week of data
League-wide perception sets the waiver market, and after a single game everyone is guessing. Some of these adds win seasons. Others turn into dust in the wind.
“The waiver wire market is always dictated by the collective value perception of the league”
Kaelon Black is the headliner
The 49ers rookie split work with Christian McCaffrey 15 touches apiece against the Rams, piling up 70 total yards on 43 percent of snaps. Miami is next on the schedule.
“he's the highest-upside running back up for grabs”
Carolina's quarterback answer
Bryce Young threw for 361 yards and scored four total touchdowns in a 39-point loss to Chicago. Atlanta's defense is no tougher than the Bears' was.
“The Panthers' patience with Young could be paying off.”
Jalen Coker outshone the rookie
Eight catches on nine targets, 138 yards, two touchdowns, and he beat out Tetairoa McMillan for attention. At 61 percent rostered he may already be gone in your league.
“the white whale of the Week 2 waiver wire auction”
Tyler Shough took the Lions to OT
410 passing yards and three touchdowns earned a top-10 fantasy week at quarterback. He also closed 2025 strong, so the breakout label is fair now.
“Who thought the Saints could take the Lions to overtime?”
Deep cuts and stashes
Browns rookie Denzel Boston led the receiving corps in snaps. Mike Gesicki led Cincinnati in catches, yards and targets. Devin Singletary is the Giants stash if Skattebo breaks down.
“He's worth a roster spot or at least a stream.”
Here's the gist
Week 2 is the best chance all year to land a player your draft missed, so spend FAAB on real opportunity, not on one touchdown.
