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Fantasy football waiver wire highlights Jalen Coker and Kaelon Black

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Last updated Sep 14, 2026

Fantasy football waiver wire highlights Jalen Coker and Kaelon Black

Summary

As Week 2 of the NFL season approaches, several players stand out for fantasy football waiver wire pickups. Jalen Coker, a wide receiver for the Panthers, posted eight catches for 138 yards and two touchdowns against the Bears, indicating a growing rapport with quarterback Bryce Young. Kaelon Black, a 49ers running back, outperformed veteran Christian McCaffrey in their opener against the Rams, earning 7.5 fantasy points to McCaffrey's 11.3. Both players are suggested pickups as they have solid prospects for increased roles in the coming weeks. Current matchups for the Panthers and 49ers could further bolster their value for fantasy managers.

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Status Watch

•Jalen Coker scored 29.8 fantasy points in Week 1 against the Bears.
•Kaelon Black outsnapped and outcarried Christian McCaffrey in the 49ers' opener.
•Both players have favorable matchups in Week 2.
•Coker's roster percentage is surprisingly low at 60%.
•Black is rostered in only 26% of leagues.

Latest Updates

3:42 PMYahoo Sports — Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Week 1: Target Caleb Douglas and Kaelon Black
12:42 PMYahoo Sports — Fantasy football waiver wire Week 2: Is Jalen Coker for real?
8:56 PMYahoo Sports — Fantasy Football Week 2 Early Waiver Wire Pickups: Jalen Coker, Kaelon Black lead players to add

What they're saying

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Dolphins rookie Caleb Douglas looks like his team's WR1 making him the top waiver wire add of the week. Fellow rookie Kaelon Black has also carved out a role as Christian McCaffrey's backup and then some.
— Yahoo Sports