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So each week I'm going to post a Fantasy Waiver Wire from an app I follow, TheScore. Feel free to discuss these choices, who you feel is omitted, etc.
Quarterbacks
Josh Allen, Bills
at NYG
ownership 32%
It may seem insane for me to be recommending a quarterback who turned the ball over four times in Week 1 and might have had more if defenders held on to a couple of other errant passes. However, Allen delivered in the fourth quarter with the game on the line and his rushing stats helped him finish with 16 fantasy points. Starting Allen will be a roller-coaster ride, but if he continues to use his legs, his fantasy floor remains high and his ceiling is week-winning. The Giants should also offer an easier matchup after they were decimated by Dak Prescott for 405 passing yards and four touchdowns.
Sam Darnold, Jets
vs Cleveland
ownership 26%
The streaming options at quarterback aren't overly exciting this week, but like Allen, Darnold is a one-game pickup who could turn into a full-time fantasy starter. Fortunately, he won't have to face the Bills' smothering pass defense every Sunday, though he acquitted himself well by not turning the ball over and nearly leading the Jets to a win. His next opponent - the Browns - are licking their wounds after allowing perennial underachiever Marcus Mariota to throw three touchdowns against them in Week 1.
Running Backs
Malcolm Brown, Rams
vs NO
ownership 12%
Few players saw their fantasy stock rise more in the opener than Brown, who was given just four fewer touches than Todd Gurley. Brown also handled the majority of the red-zone work - scoring twice. Gurley didn't see a single snap when the Rams were inside the 5-yard line, and though his supporters will argue he essentially doubled Brown in playing time and yardage, we know opportunity is the more sticky stat to follow. Concerns over Gurley's arthritic knee persist, and the Rams' actions indicate they're worried as well. The first game of the season proved Brown is more than just the clear handcuff, making him a must-add as a weekly flex option with league-winning upside.
Chris Thompson/Adrian Peterson, Redskins
vs DAL
Ownership 12%/37%
After missing his rookie season due to a torn ACL, Derrius Guice finally made his NFL debut but underwhelmed with 38 yards on 13 touches. On Monday, he had an MRI on his other knee and is now expected to miss time once again. Peterson will handle lead back duties, but with Washington projected to be trailing more often than not, Thompson is the more valuable add in PPR formats. The passing-down specialist had seven catches for 68 yards and three carries for 10 yards in Week 1.
Ronald Jones, Buccaneers
at CAR
ownership 26%
Despite some early-game struggles, Jones was by far the most effective member of the Bucs' backfield, collecting 75 rushing yards and one catch for 18 yards. In the second half, Jones actually looked the part of an NFL back for the first time since being drafted, generating hope that the light may have turned on for him at the start of his sophomore campaign. He's worth adding to your bench to see if this becomes more than just a one-week aberration.
Raheem Mostert, 49ers
at CIN
ownership 0%
Tevin Coleman suffered a high ankle sprain in the opener and has already been ruled out for Week 2. Matt Breida is the obvious beneficiary, but Mostert will step into the productive sidekick role in Kyle Shanahan's rushing attack. Mostert turned nine carries into 40 yards Sunday and had a touchdown nullified by a holding call. With Coleman out, Breida is an RB2 and Mostert a flex play with upside.
Giovani Bernard, Bengals
vs SF
ownership 14%
Wide Receivers
Marquise Brown, Ravens
vs ARI
Ownership 31%
Brown flew under the radar in the preseason as the Ravens eased him back after Lisfranc surgery. Still learning the offense, Brown was limited to 12 snaps in his debut, which he maximized for 147 yards and two scores, including touchdowns of 47 and 83 yards. Baltimore is improving through the air, but its offense is run-first, which will make the rookie a more volatile fantasy weapon. Think DeSean Jackson, who has his share of monster games mixed with a fairly low floor when the deep ball doesn't hit. Regardless, Brown is in the WR3 conversation for Week 2 and needs to be owned in all leagues.
John Brown, Bills
at NYG
ownership 49%
Brown occupied this same spot last week and yet he continues to be available in over half of leagues. Maybe his 7-123-1 stat line from Week 1 will help correct that. The 178-pound speedster is already a fan favorite in Buffalo after hauling in a 38-yard game-winning touchdown in the fourth quarter on his Bills debut. The 10 targets are equally notable and a great sign of things to come. He's firmly in the WR3 ranks moving forward.
DK Metcalf, Seahawks
at PIT
Ownership 38%
Several rookies are enticing fantasy owners as potential breakout candidates on the waiver wire this week. Metcalf backed up the hype by catching four balls for 89 yards and surprisingly leading the Seahawks' receiving corps in targets Sunday. His route tree might not be expansive, but it doesn't matter - his size and speed will allow him to thrive downfield.
Terry McLaurin, Redskins
vs DAL
ownership 3%
MeCole Hardman, Chiefs
at OAK
Ownership 15%
Tyreek Hill reportedly avoided surgery and will only miss a few weeks with his collarbone injury. That puts a slight damper on Hardman's fantasy value, though he'll be a potential flex player in deeper leagues during that time.
Jamison Crowder, Jets
vs CLE
Ownership 46%
Tight Ends
T.J. Hockenson, Lions
vs LAC
Ownership 52%
Hockenson headlined this section last week only to go out and set the rookie record for yards by a tight end in their debut. He finished with six catches, 131 yards, and a touchdown while leading the team in receiving and tying for second with nine targets. The matchup, the game script, and overtime all helped him reach those marks, but if you don't think Hockenson has a chance to break the mold as a rookie fantasy starter at tight end, you clearly weren't watching.
Darren Walker, Raiders
vs KC
Ownership 42%
Waller was an intriguing option when Antonio Brown was on the Raiders. With AB gone and Jon Gruden stating their offense runs through the tight end position, Waller could emerge as a low-end TE1 if he's up to the challenge.
Other options: Jimmy Graham vs. MIN (48% owned), Trey Burton at DEN (57% owned), Chris Herndon - returns from suspension Week 6 (14% owned), Tyler Eifert vs. SF (9% owned), Vernon Davis vs. DAL (2% owned)
Quarterbacks
Josh Allen, Bills
at NYG
ownership 32%
It may seem insane for me to be recommending a quarterback who turned the ball over four times in Week 1 and might have had more if defenders held on to a couple of other errant passes. However, Allen delivered in the fourth quarter with the game on the line and his rushing stats helped him finish with 16 fantasy points. Starting Allen will be a roller-coaster ride, but if he continues to use his legs, his fantasy floor remains high and his ceiling is week-winning. The Giants should also offer an easier matchup after they were decimated by Dak Prescott for 405 passing yards and four touchdowns.
Sam Darnold, Jets
vs Cleveland
ownership 26%
The streaming options at quarterback aren't overly exciting this week, but like Allen, Darnold is a one-game pickup who could turn into a full-time fantasy starter. Fortunately, he won't have to face the Bills' smothering pass defense every Sunday, though he acquitted himself well by not turning the ball over and nearly leading the Jets to a win. His next opponent - the Browns - are licking their wounds after allowing perennial underachiever Marcus Mariota to throw three touchdowns against them in Week 1.
Running Backs
Malcolm Brown, Rams
vs NO
ownership 12%
Few players saw their fantasy stock rise more in the opener than Brown, who was given just four fewer touches than Todd Gurley. Brown also handled the majority of the red-zone work - scoring twice. Gurley didn't see a single snap when the Rams were inside the 5-yard line, and though his supporters will argue he essentially doubled Brown in playing time and yardage, we know opportunity is the more sticky stat to follow. Concerns over Gurley's arthritic knee persist, and the Rams' actions indicate they're worried as well. The first game of the season proved Brown is more than just the clear handcuff, making him a must-add as a weekly flex option with league-winning upside.
Chris Thompson/Adrian Peterson, Redskins
vs DAL
Ownership 12%/37%
After missing his rookie season due to a torn ACL, Derrius Guice finally made his NFL debut but underwhelmed with 38 yards on 13 touches. On Monday, he had an MRI on his other knee and is now expected to miss time once again. Peterson will handle lead back duties, but with Washington projected to be trailing more often than not, Thompson is the more valuable add in PPR formats. The passing-down specialist had seven catches for 68 yards and three carries for 10 yards in Week 1.
Ronald Jones, Buccaneers
at CAR
ownership 26%
Despite some early-game struggles, Jones was by far the most effective member of the Bucs' backfield, collecting 75 rushing yards and one catch for 18 yards. In the second half, Jones actually looked the part of an NFL back for the first time since being drafted, generating hope that the light may have turned on for him at the start of his sophomore campaign. He's worth adding to your bench to see if this becomes more than just a one-week aberration.
Raheem Mostert, 49ers
at CIN
ownership 0%
Tevin Coleman suffered a high ankle sprain in the opener and has already been ruled out for Week 2. Matt Breida is the obvious beneficiary, but Mostert will step into the productive sidekick role in Kyle Shanahan's rushing attack. Mostert turned nine carries into 40 yards Sunday and had a touchdown nullified by a holding call. With Coleman out, Breida is an RB2 and Mostert a flex play with upside.
Giovani Bernard, Bengals
vs SF
ownership 14%
Wide Receivers
Marquise Brown, Ravens
vs ARI
Ownership 31%
Brown flew under the radar in the preseason as the Ravens eased him back after Lisfranc surgery. Still learning the offense, Brown was limited to 12 snaps in his debut, which he maximized for 147 yards and two scores, including touchdowns of 47 and 83 yards. Baltimore is improving through the air, but its offense is run-first, which will make the rookie a more volatile fantasy weapon. Think DeSean Jackson, who has his share of monster games mixed with a fairly low floor when the deep ball doesn't hit. Regardless, Brown is in the WR3 conversation for Week 2 and needs to be owned in all leagues.
John Brown, Bills
at NYG
ownership 49%
Brown occupied this same spot last week and yet he continues to be available in over half of leagues. Maybe his 7-123-1 stat line from Week 1 will help correct that. The 178-pound speedster is already a fan favorite in Buffalo after hauling in a 38-yard game-winning touchdown in the fourth quarter on his Bills debut. The 10 targets are equally notable and a great sign of things to come. He's firmly in the WR3 ranks moving forward.
DK Metcalf, Seahawks
at PIT
Ownership 38%
Several rookies are enticing fantasy owners as potential breakout candidates on the waiver wire this week. Metcalf backed up the hype by catching four balls for 89 yards and surprisingly leading the Seahawks' receiving corps in targets Sunday. His route tree might not be expansive, but it doesn't matter - his size and speed will allow him to thrive downfield.
Terry McLaurin, Redskins
vs DAL
ownership 3%
MeCole Hardman, Chiefs
at OAK
Ownership 15%
Tyreek Hill reportedly avoided surgery and will only miss a few weeks with his collarbone injury. That puts a slight damper on Hardman's fantasy value, though he'll be a potential flex player in deeper leagues during that time.
Jamison Crowder, Jets
vs CLE
Ownership 46%
Tight Ends
T.J. Hockenson, Lions
vs LAC
Ownership 52%
Hockenson headlined this section last week only to go out and set the rookie record for yards by a tight end in their debut. He finished with six catches, 131 yards, and a touchdown while leading the team in receiving and tying for second with nine targets. The matchup, the game script, and overtime all helped him reach those marks, but if you don't think Hockenson has a chance to break the mold as a rookie fantasy starter at tight end, you clearly weren't watching.
Darren Walker, Raiders
vs KC
Ownership 42%
Waller was an intriguing option when Antonio Brown was on the Raiders. With AB gone and Jon Gruden stating their offense runs through the tight end position, Waller could emerge as a low-end TE1 if he's up to the challenge.
Other options: Jimmy Graham vs. MIN (48% owned), Trey Burton at DEN (57% owned), Chris Herndon - returns from suspension Week 6 (14% owned), Tyler Eifert vs. SF (9% owned), Vernon Davis vs. DAL (2% owned)
