Faraz's Week 2 Waiver Wire Targets with FAAB Guidance
- Faraz Siddiqi
- Sep 11, 2023
- 3 min read
Updated: Oct 5, 2023
The waiver wire is a living entity that can make or break your fantasy season. The savvy owners are already looking to claim the hidden gems that will propel their teams to victory. Without further ado, here's the priority list for this week's waiver wire, sorted by priority and FAAB budget.
Remember, the below FAAB percentages are merely guidelines. Always consider your team needs, league context, and budget before placing your bids. Good luck on the waiver wire this week!
1. Puka Nacua (High Priority - 25% FAAB)
Nacua grabbed an astonishing 15 targets this week, boasting a 39% target share. If he's available in your league, he's worth a high FAAB bid. Rookie WRs don’t do this with that large of a target share in their first game.
2. Kenneth Gainwell (High Priority - 20% FAAB)
Gainwell dominated the Eagles' backfield with 62% of snaps, notching up 14 carries and 4 targets. Don't be concerned about Boston Scott's goal-line vulture; Gainwell is the one to own. Keep in mind that he has a rib injury that could keep him out of TNF in Week 2.
3. Kyren Williams (High Priority - 15% FAAB)
With 15 carries, 2 TDs, and a 74% route participation, Williams looks to be the guy you want to start in the Rams' backfield going forward.
4. Joshua Kelley (High Priority - 15% FAAB)
Kelley equally split the carries with Ekeler but seems to have a slightly larger role in the team's overall scheme this year than last with new OC Kellen Moore.
5. Justice Hill (12% FAAB)
Hill's versatility and standout camp performance should land him the role of 1a back for the Ravens.
6. Jakobi Meyers (15% FAAB)
Despite leaving the game with a head injury, Meyers posted 9 catches for 81 yards and 2 TDs. He's a priority add, especially in PPR formats. He could be out in Week 2.
7. Kendrick Bourne (8% FAAB)
With 11 targets this week (21% target share, so not too crazy high) and a QB that trusts him, Bourne is a solid addition to your WR depth. Don’t overspend though, because DeVante Parker didn’t play in this game and could play a factor.
8. Zay Jones (8% FAAB)
Jones grabbed 22% of the team's target share and participated in 90% of the routes. He's worth a look, especially in deeper leagues. He could out-produce Christian Kirk this year based on the fact that Kirk is a slot-only player this season.
9. Jaylen Warren (Long Term - 5% FAAB)
Though sharing snaps with Najee Harris, Warren ended up with more opportunities. He's a long-term play worth stashing.
10. Romeo Doubs (5% FAAB)
Despite reports of limited snaps, Doubs made the most of his opportunities with 2 TDs. If Watson is out, he’s a great start in Week 2. Could remain a flex regardless.
11. Rashid Shaheed (4% FAAB)
Shaheed's target share and backfield carries make him a sneaky pick. He’s boom/bust, but adds upside to your lineup. He was 3rd in YPRR last year among WRs with 30+ targets.
12. Roschon Johnson (Long Term - 4% FAAB)
Johnson is another long-term stash. He ended up with the most snaps because the Bears were down and he was their primary passing down guy - he had 7 targets in this game on top of his 5 carries.
13. Tutu Atwell (Short Term - 7% FAAB)
With 6 catches on 8 targets, Atwell is a short-term addition that could pay immediate dividends while Kupp is out. Puka is the preferred add because the target share is the difference maker.
14. Rashee Rice (Long Term - 4% FAAB)
A deeper, long-term stash, Rice's value could rise as the season progresses once he gets more routes. 5 targets in Week 1 makes up a really nice 42% targets/route run, but his 26% route participation needs to go way up.
