Fantasy managers assess players ahead of Week 3 waiver wire adds

CBS Sports1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 11:44 PM

Last updated Sep 20, 2026

Fantasy managers assess players ahead of Week 3 waiver wire adds
Summary

As Week 3 approaches, Fantasy Football managers scrutinize struggling players following disappointing performances in Weeks 1 and 2. Key names facing panic include Colston Loveland of the Bears, Justin Herbert of the Chargers, and Emeka Egbuka of the Buccaneers. Managers are considering whether to trade players who have underperformed. Dalton Schultz stood out in Week 2 with notable statistics, increasing his profile heading into the waiver wire. The situation with Caleb Williams’ injury also adds complexity for Bears players.

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  • Colston Loveland's panic meter rises to 28% following Caleb Williams' injury.
  • Justin Herbert struggles with accuracy and rapport with receivers, rated at 22% panic.
  • Emeka Egbuka's adjustment period continues as panic meter peaks at 37%.
  • Dalton Schultz posts 12 catches for 140 yards, solidifying his TE1 status.
  • Fantasy managers are weighing trades and waiver wire strategies entering Week 3.
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  • 11:44 PMCBS SportsWeek 3 Fantasy Football panic meter: Early Week 3 waiver wire adds, winners, losers, more
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There's nothing quite like the overreactions from Fantasy Football managers that pour in after every Sunday, so let's try and parse through what actually matters.

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