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

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Greg DulcichNegativeUsageSep 14, 2026

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 BrissettPositiveProjectionSep 14, 2026

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.

Mike GesickiPositiveUsageSep 14, 2026

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.

Demarcus RobinsonPositiveValueSep 14, 2026

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.

Rashod BatemanPositiveRoleSep 14, 2026

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.

Pat FreiermuthPositiveValueSep 14, 2026

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.

Roman WilsonPositiveBreakoutSep 14, 2026

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 OdunzePositiveInjurySep 14, 2026

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.

Luther BurdenNegativeUsageSep 14, 2026

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.

Kalif RaymondPositiveUsageSep 14, 2026

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 RaymondPositiveSleeperSep 14, 2026

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.

Demario DouglasPositiveValueSep 14, 2026

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.

Mack HollinsPositiveRoleSep 14, 2026

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.

Romeo DoubsNegativeValueSep 14, 2026

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.

Dontayvion WicksPositiveSleeperSep 14, 2026

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

Chigoziem OkonkwoNegativeInjurySep 14, 2026

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.

Jaylin LaneNegativeDepth ChartSep 14, 2026

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

Dyami BrownNegativeDepth ChartSep 14, 2026

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

Ladd McConkeyNegativeInjurySep 14, 2026

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

Antonio WilliamsPositiveSleeperSep 14, 2026

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.

Malik WashingtonPositiveUsageSep 14, 2026

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.

Travis EtienneNegativeUsageSep 14, 2026

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.

Raheim SandersPositiveSleeperSep 14, 2026

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.

Kirk CousinsPositiveProjectionSep 14, 2026

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

Alvin KamaraNegativeUsageSep 14, 2026

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.

Carson WentzPositiveValueSep 14, 2026

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.

Kendre MillerPositiveBreakoutSep 14, 2026

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.

Samaje PerinePositiveUsageSep 14, 2026

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

George HolaniPositiveUsageSep 14, 2026

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.

Emari DemercadoPositiveRoleSep 14, 2026

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.

Ray DavisNegativeDepth ChartSep 14, 2026

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.