Waiver wire targets for fantasy football Week 4 ahead of bye weeks
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 29, 2026, 12:01 AM
Last updated Sep 29, 2026

As Fantasy Football Week 4 approaches, injuries are reshaping rosters. Notable players like De’Von Achane are sidelined, impacting the Miami Dolphins. Ollie Gordon and Jaylen Wright could step up in Achane's absence, while veterans like Geno Smith and Kirk Cousins remain valuable options. There are no bye weeks this week, but managers are advised to prepare for Week 5's absences. Players dropped too early may present unexpected opportunities for savvy managers.
- •De’Von Achane out for the season with an ACL injury.
- •Ollie Gordon and Jaylen Wright likely to see increased roles in Miami.
- •Geno Smith and Kirk Cousins are advised quarterback pickups this week.
- •No teams are on bye in Week 4; strategizing for Week 5 is recommended.
- 12:01 AMYahoo Sports — Fantasy Football 2026: Waiver wire, Week 4 edition
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