Fantasy football waiver wire recommendations for NFL Week 8
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 27, 2026, 2:25 PM
Last updated Oct 27, 2026

As NFL Week 8 approaches, fantasy football players are assessing their rosters for potential waiver wire additions. The focus is on individuals like RB Kaelon Black, RB Tyrone Tracy, and WR Malachi Fields, who may provide value in future matchups. Players such as RB Jonah Coleman from the Broncos and RB Seth McGowan from the Colts are highlighted as strong pickups, given their recent performances and potential for increased roles. Teams on bye include the Houston Texans, New Orleans Saints, New York Giants, and San Francisco 49ers. Many players available this week could be stashed for later utility.
- •RB Kaelon Black is 28% rostered; projected to contribute post-bye week.
- •RB Jonah Coleman had 54 rushing yards in his return from injury.
- •RB Seth McGowan's snap count has been increasing with the Colts.
- •Teams on bye include Houston, New Orleans, Giants, and 49ers.
- •WR Malachi Fields is only 4% rostered but could be valuable later.
- 2:25 PMYahoo Sports — Best fantasy football waiver wire pickups: 8 players to add for NFL Week 8
"With the fantasy football regular season now past the halfway point, it's time to make a playoff push and/or add pieces for a future title run.
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