Fantasy analysts identify 13 players to target for Week 1 waiver wire
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 8, 2026, 12:02 AM
Last updated Sep 8, 2026

Josh Norris and Joel Smyth reviewed potential waiver wire additions for the 2026 fantasy football season ahead of Week 1. The list includes running backs such as Woody Marks, Tyler Allgeier, Keaton Mitchell, Tyjae Spears, Jonah Coleman, and George Holani. Wide receivers highlighted for potential roster spots include Denzel Boston, Keenan Allen, Tre Tucker, Ja'Kobi Lane, Kayshon Boutte, Adonai Mitchell, Dontayvion Wicks, and Devaughn Vele. Tight ends Terrance Ferguson and Pat Freiermuth were also noted as targets. The discussion covered strategies for managing running back handcuffs and identifying deep sleepers for league managers. The segment focused on early-season depth moves to adjust rosters before the initial games of the season commence.
- •Woody Marks, Tyler Allgeier, and Keaton Mitchell are among the suggested running back additions.
- •Wide receivers like Denzel Boston and Keenan Allen appear on the list of Week 1 targets.
- •Terrance Ferguson and Pat Freiermuth serve as the primary tight end options identified.
- •Analysts reviewed running back handcuffs and deep sleepers during the pre-Week 1 broadcast.
- 12:02 AMYahoo Sports — 13 players to pick up before week 1 - waiver wire
"Josh Norris and Joel Smyth highlight the players you need to target on the waiver wire ahead of Week 1.
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