Mason Taylor and Seth McGowan highlight Week 8 fantasy football waiver wire
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 26, 2026, 2:32 AM
Last updated Oct 26, 2026

Week 8 of fantasy football features notable waiver wire targets including Colts running back Seth McGowan and Saints tight end Mason Taylor. McGowan may see increased value with Jonathan Taylor's potential trade, having recorded 11 rushing attempts last week. Taylor scored two touchdowns in Week 7 and recently averaged nearly 40 receiving yards per game. Other noteworthy players include Jacoby Brissett and Michael Penix Jr., both performing well at quarterback. The fantasy remains fluid as teams assess their rosters before the upcoming week.
- •Seth McGowan may start if Jonathan Taylor is traded.
- •Mason Taylor scored two touchdowns in Week 7.
- •Jacoby Brissett ranks QB14 in fantasy after seven weeks.
- •Michael Penix Jr. has not thrown an interception in three games.
- •Caleb Douglas emerged with two touchdowns on his return from IR.
- 2:32 AMYahoo Sports — Fantasy Football Early Week 8 Waiver Wire Targets: Seth McGowan, Mason Taylor, Plus 5 More
"The Week 8 fantasy football waiver wire features Seth McGowan and Mason Taylor as high-upside players.
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