Ranking ALL of the Week 3 Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Targets

Aaron Jones is used as a historical comparison for a running back who successfully maintained bellcow usage, contrasting with committee-based backfields.

Alvin Kamara is a B-tier waiver wire target who led the Saints' backfield in carries and targets in Week 2. Despite this, the source remains unexcited due to the overall poor quality of the Saints' backfield situation.

Bryce Young is a viable C-tier one-week fill-in for fantasy managers. While the source remains skeptical due to his historical performance and reliance on soft matchups against the Bears and Falcons, Young has shown recent improvement with four straight games of 250+ passing yards and increased pass-heavy usage.

Carson Wentz is used as a cautionary tale for early-season quarterback performance that fails to sustain top-12 production; he was a top-three quarterback for three straight weeks to start a season before failing to finish as a top-12 option thereafter.

CJ Donaldson logged 20 snaps in the recent game for the Saints, though he is primarily utilized in a fullback-type role.

Cody White is an F-tier waiver target; the source warns that adding him is a sign of a soft league. His two-touchdown production is viewed as an unsustainable two-week sample and a major long shot.

The source advises against panicking on David Montgomery, labeling him a high-volume 'Exodia' running back despite a tough week two matchup. He is compared to the 2024 version of Joe Mixon, meaning his production is highly game-script dependent; he is projected for ~20 points in wins but only 9-11 points in losses. Efficiency is currently hindered by an offensive line that ranks in the bottom five for contact behind the line of scrimmage.

Despite elite utilization, De'Von Achane struggled in week two, averaging only 2.29 yards per carry with three drops. The source compares his performance to Trent Richardson and notes the Dolphins' offensive line is struggling, with backs facing contact behind the line of scrimmage over 40% of the time.

Devon Achane is considered one of the worst draft picks at cost, with the source citing his poor performance relative to his high acquisition price.

Emanuel Wilson is a low-priority waiver wire target (F-tier) whose recent volume of 20+ carries was a product of circumstance following an injury to Jaden Price. The source expresses concern regarding the shoulder injury to Price and suggests Wilson's usage does not represent a long-term shift in the backfield role.

Garrett Wilson is noted for his involvement in the offense, specifically receiving seven targets in the most recent game.

The source previously expressed a preference for Hannes King to start over Bryce Young, reflecting a lack of confidence in Young's development.

JK Dobbins is described as the most injury-prone running back of all time and is expected to miss significant time, which opens up a clear path for Jonah Coleman to earn backfield market share.

Jacob Saylors was previously expected to serve as the backup running back for the Detroit Lions, but he has been surpassed on the depth chart by Sione Vaki.

Jacoby Brissett is a low-owned (8%) waiver target who is actively feeding his playmakers, evidenced by 10 targets for Trey McBride and seven for Garrett Wilson in their last game. Despite struggling against Seattle, he is considered a high-floor, D-tier depth option.

Jahmyr Gibbs is on an unsustainable pace for 580 touches this season. The source notes that the Lions will likely need to scale back his workload, which increases the fantasy relevance of his backup, Sione Vaki.

Jonah Coleman is an 'S-tier' waiver add (26% owned) with underrated bellcow upside. He is an exciting rookie who fits the Sean Payton offense well. His analytical profile is elite, featuring top-tier missed tackles forced, yards after contact, and yards per route run. He is gaining opportunity due to injuries to R.J. Harvey and JK Dobbins, and is compared to a bigger version of Mark Ingram as a prospect. In some samples, his performance metrics have been superior to those of Jeremiah Love.

Jordan Tyson is expected to return to the Saints' lineup soon, which will provide a boost to the passing offense. Currently, Devon Vele is serving as the team's number two target until Tyson's return.

The Saints' offense is highly consolidated, with Juwan Johnson serving as a primary target alongside Devon Vele and running back check-downs.

Kendre Miller has been rendered expendable in the Saints' backfield rotation following the return of Alvin Kamara.

Kenneth Walker is a bellcow back with a significant injury history, currently on pace for 476 touches. The source believes this workload is unsustainable and will eventually be dialed back, which will benefit Emtt Johnson.

Kyler Murray is a viable waiver wire target who provides 'Konami code' rushing upside, though the source notes he is not considered a league-winning option.

Despite some offseason buzz, Mike Washington is currently barely touching the ball behind Ashton Genty. He is viewed as a valuable handcuff if Genty were to miss time, but lacks standalone value while Genty remains healthy.

Saquon Barkley left his recent game with a stinger (shoulder injury), but the source expects him to play in the upcoming week. This return timeline limits the immediate fantasy utility of his backup, Will Shipley.

Sione Vaki has emerged as the clear backup to Jahmyr Gibbs in Detroit, surpassing Jacob Saylors. He is seeing significant work on pass downs, including route running and pass protection. The coaching staff wants to increase his involvement, making him a B-tier waiver add in typical leagues and an S-tier add in high-stakes formats.

Travis Homer has faced fan frustration regarding his performance, with the source noting that his fantasy value plummeted once he averaged under four yards per carry for the season.

The source uses Trent Richardson as a negative benchmark for poor rookie running back performance, specifically citing a recent 2.29 yards per carry average and three drops in a single game.

Trey McBride is highlighted for his strong involvement in the passing attack, recording 10 targets in the most recent game.

Tyler Allgeier is a B-tier waiver target who led the Atlanta backfield in expected fantasy points (XFP). He offers potential upside should the starter miss time.

The source dismisses Tyler Badie as a 'Jag' (just a guy) within the team's current running back depth chart.

Woody Marks (50% owned) is a C-tier waiver target viewed as a scatback-plus player similar to Jerick McKinnon or Theo Riddick. He may only have standalone value in games where the Texans are expected to be blown out, and it remains unclear if he would truly become a bellcow if David Montgomery were injured.

Zach Charbonnet is a 'buy low' candidate who has looked impressive in limited opportunities. He ranks second in both missed tackles forced per attempt and yards after contact per attempt, trailing only Kenneth Walker. Note that he is currently dealing with an injury and is not expected to return to the field soon.

The source uses Zach Wilson as a negative benchmark for starter performance in the NFL, specifically comparing his poor play to that of Caleb Williams.