Week Two Fantasy Waiver Targets
Image credit: Getty images / JONATHAN DANIEL Summary: Similar to last week, we don’t advise spending a large percentage of FAAB or using a high priority waiver for this week’s pickup. Also similar to last week, there’s not an option that makes sense to start in week three. We’ll take a look at some more “prospective” additions you can stash and see how they play out.
Rondale Moore (24.9% rostered in ESPN leagues) - Christian Kirk was on our “stay away from” list after a massive week one due to the number of mouths to feed in the Arizona offense. Part of the hesitation on Kirk is that we’ve seen the big games before, followed by duds. Moore has the potential to be different, and the week two tape certainly shows why. The Arizona coaching staff seems to be scheming to get the ball in Moore’s hands, so if there’s a second fantasy option to develop behind Hopkins, it’s likely to be Moore. The risk in falling to a weekly target volume of 3-6 and fantasy mediocrity is certainly possible, but if you have a strong team and are looking for a high upside pickup, spending 20% - 25% of FAAB makes sense.
Cordarrelle Patterson (14.7% rostered in ESPN leagues) - I was as unenthusiastic to write this as you are read to it, but if you’re in a desperate situation for RB, Patterson is likely your best option. He’s received 7 carries in each of the first two weeks, and with increased reception totals in week 2 and Mike Davis’ uninspiring play, Patterson has some flex appeal heading into week three. Given the scarcity at RB, our assumption is you’ll need to spend 10% of FAAB or more, but would absolutely cap at 20%.
Bryan Edwards (22.2% rostered in ESPN leagues) - We talked about Edwards in last week’s post, and the week two film confirmed our thoughts about him as a player on the rise. While his 3 receptions for 40 yards in week two didn’t stand out, it’s worth noting he had a touchdown called back due to penalty. With Derek Carr’s seeming improved play, Edwards continues to be worth a pickup and hold. Similar to last week, we’d keep FAAB bids at ~5% or less.
Alexander Mattison (35.2% rostered in ESPN leagues) - On multiple occasions in week two we received scares on the Dalvin Cook injury front. While Cook maintained strong health all of 2020, it’s easy to recall that he’s struggled to stay on the field throughout his NFL career. While Mattison won’t do anything for you in the immediate term, adding him on a cheap bid (2% - 3% of FAAB) or low waiver priority might pay off in a big way at some point this season.
Tim Patrick (18.1% rostered in ESPN leagues) - If you’re in need of a week three WR / flex start, Patrick is likely the best option. With TDs in each of the first two weeks, Bridgewater playing well, and a weak opponent in the Jets, there’s potential for him to continue solid play. This isn’t a season long pickup - Patrick has only received four targets in each of the first two weeks (with Jerry Jeudy sidelined). There’s no need to spend more than 5% - 10% of total FAAB budget given the depth of options at WR.
Staying away from - JD McKissic (don’t forget in week one, he had 1 touch), AJ Green (unless you like banking on fluky touchdowns) and any SF RB that will cost you more than 1% of FAAB (see last week on why we were hesitant on Elijah Mitchell).