Week 3 Waiver Wire Pickups: 12 Must-Add Fantasy Football Players!

By Lonnie Z | Faze Fantasy Live

Week 2 is behind us, and it’s time to hit the waiver wire for Week 3. From veteran quarterbacks throwing monster games to wide receivers breaking out in big ways, there’s plenty of value sitting on waivers. Here are the 12 players you need to target this week before your league mates grab them.

Quarterbacks

Jared Goff throwing a touchdown pass in Week 2 against the Bears.

Jared Goff – Lions

Goff exploded for over 330 yards and five touchdowns in Week 2. If he’s somehow on waivers, he’s a priority add. Detroit’s passing attack is firing on all cylinders.

Russell Wilson scrambling out of the pocket during Week 2 vs. Dallas.

Russell Wilson – Giants

Russ looked like his old self, passing for 450 yards and three scores. Available in many leagues, if you need QB help.

Drake Maye dropping back to pass for New England

Drake Maye – Patriots

Maye continues to put up 20+ fantasy points weekly, showing poise and dual-threat potential.

Bryce Young launching a deep pass in Week 2 vs. Arizona

Bryce Young – Panthers

Young threw for 328 yards and three touchdowns in Week 2. After a shaky start last year, he’s finally showing stability and could be a sneaky QB2 option.

Jake Browning celebrating a rushing touchdown for Cincinnati

Jake Browning – Bengals

Browning accounted for three total touchdowns in Week 2. If you’re streaming QBs, he’s a serviceable plug-and-play option in deeper formats.

🎯 Wide Receivers

Wan’Dale Robinson making a big catch against Dallas in Week 2.

Wan’Dale Robinson – Giants

Breakout alert! Robinson hauled in 8 of 10 targets for 142 yards and a TD. He’s emerging as Daniel Jones’ top option and is a must-add in PPR leagues.

Hunter Renfrow catching a red zone touchdown for Carolina.

Hunter Renfrow – Panthers

Renfrow is healthy again and producing: 7 catches, 48 yards, and 2 TDs in Week 2. His red zone usage makes him valuable as a WR3/Flex.

Troy Franklin breaking away after a catch in Week 2 vs. Indianapolis

Troy Franklin – Broncos

The rookie had a strong game with 8 receptions for 89 yards and a TD, leading Denver in targets. His role is growing every week.

DeAndre Hopkins scoring a touchdown on a deep catch in Week 2 vs. Cleveland.

DeAndre Hopkins – Ravens

Hopkins may not be prime D-Hop, but he turned two catches into 64 yards and a touchdown in Week 2. He still has splash-play ability and could help WR-needy squads.

Tyquan Thornton hauling in a touchdown pass for Kansas City.

Tyquan Thornton – Chiefs

Thornton caught 2 passes for 59 yards and a touchdown. KC’s WR room is unsettled, so he’s a deep sleeper worth stashing.

Elic Ayomanor celebrating a touchdown reception in Week 2 vs. Rams.

Elic Ayomanor – Titans

Ayomanor posted 4 catches for 56 yards and a TD. He’s under the radar now, but Tennessee is working him into the offense more.

💪 Running Back

Bhayshul Tuten catching a pass out of the backfield for Jacksonville in Week 2.

Bhayshul Tuten – Jaguars

Tuten showed dual-threat upside with 42 rushing yards, 32 receiving yards, and a touchdown. If you’re desperate for RB depth, he’s worth a stash in deeper leagues.

✅ Final Takeaway

These 12 players all outperformed expectations in Week 2 and could provide massive value moving forward. Whether you need a QB streamer like Goff or Wilson, a WR breakout like Wan’Dale Robinson or Troy Franklin, or a sneaky RB like Bhayshul Tuten, these names belong on your waiver radar for Week 3.