Germie Bernard and Dameon Pierce top fantasy waiver wire pickups for Week 6
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 12, 2026, 5:11 PM
Last updated Oct 12, 2026
In advance of Week 6 of the NFL season, Germie Bernard and Dameon Pierce are highlighted as key fantasy football waiver wire picks. Bernard, a wide receiver for the Steelers, and Pierce, a running back for the Eagles, are positioned to step into larger roles due to injuries in their respective teams. Key injuries affecting various players include Saquon Barkley and Michael Penix Jr. Meanwhile, several teams, including the Bengals and Lions, have bye weeks. Fantasy managers are encouraged to consider these players to bolster their rosters ahead of upcoming matchups.
- •Germie Bernard is a top WR pickup for Week 6.
- •Dameon Pierce expected to start for the Eagles.
- •Key injuries impacting players include Barkley and Penix Jr.
- •Several teams, including the Bengals, have bye weeks.
- •Waiver opportunities are critical for fantasy managers.
- 5:11 PMYahoo Sports — Fantasy Football Waiver Wire, Week 6: Germie Bernard, Dameon Pierce among top pickups
"Justin Boone takes you through his top players to target off the fantasy football waiver wire going into Week 6.
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