Fantasy: Waiver Wire - Week 2

Every Tuesday during the season, theScore's NFL editors run down the recommended waiver-wire pickups.

Ownership percentages are based on Yahoo leagues. FAAB bid recommendations are based on a $100 budget.

Quarterback

Carson Wentz, Eagles

While Wentz is widely owned, fantasy managers should scour their waiver wire just in case they can acquire his services for free. His 39 pass attempts in Week 1 were slightly higher than his 2016 season average, and his completion percentage saw a dramatic uptick.

The Eagles' offense is expected to remain pass-heavy, and the sophomore completed a passing touchdown to running back LeGarrette Blount - something not even Tom Brady could do last season.

Sam Bradford, Vikings

Bradford started another season exceptionally well, completing 84.4 percent of his 32 passes in the opener - and unlike last year, when he led the league in efficiency, Bradford didn't rely solely on short and safe passes against the Saints. His average yards per attempt of 10.81 was more than 4 full yards above his career average, as he made full use of Stefon Diggs and Adam Thielen downfield.

Jay Cutler, Dolphins

An extra week of preparation, much of it in Los Angeles, should give the Dolphins an early-season advantage. Even though they'll now open with two road games before heading to England to play the Saints, the schedule for at least the next three weeks is still tilted in their favor.

Other QBs: Deshaun Watson, Alex Smith, Tyrod Taylor, Jared Goff, DeShone Kizer

Running Back

Javorius Allen, Ravens

Allen outsnapped Terrance West in Week 1, and his workload instantly ballooned following Danny Woodhead's departure from the game due to injury. Woodhead hasn't been a quick healer in recent years and the Ravens reportedly expect another extended absence. Allen's averaged just 3.7 yards on the ground for his career, but 7.7 yards per reception - and the latter is much more important in Joe Flacco's pass-happy offense.

Tarik Cohen, Bears

Cohen finished Week 1 as Pro Football Focus' third-ranked running back. He racked up 66 rushing yards on just five carries and amassed 47 receiving yards while catching 8-of-12 targets. He even managed to find the end zone. Cohen's likely to remain in the lesser half of the Bears' backfield timeshare with Jordan Howard, but should see the bulk of the work in the passing game.

Kerwynn Williams, Cardinals

David Johnson has reportedly been ruled out for up to three months due to a wrist injury, and Williams is the most likely candidate to fill the bulk of the resulting void. The Cardinals' rushing attack will use a committee that also features Andre Ellington and Elijhaa Penny, though, capping Williams' upside. Ellington is the preferred - and cheaper - fill-in for PPR leagues.

Thomas Rawls, Seahawks

With Rawls absent for Week 1, the Seahawks relied on the tandem of Eddie Lacy and Chris Carson, and accomplished nothing on the ground versus the Packers. The true problem is the Seahawks' offensive line, but Seattle will at least be forced to see if Rawls has better luck than his replacements.

James White, Patriots

Investing FAAB dollars into the mercurial Patriots backfield can be a fool's errand, particularly when chasing the flavor of the week. Mike Gillislee was widely owned even before his three opening-night touchdowns, but White - who led the backfield in snaps - is available in half of leagues. As the top dual-threat option on the team, he's got plenty of appeal.

Other RBs: Jacquizz Rodgers, Giovani Bernard, Chris Carson, Marlon Mack, Darren Sproles

Wide Receiver

Corey Davis, Titans

Just seven wide receivers saw more than Davis' 10 targets in Week 1. The rookie quickly emerged from the crowded Titans receiving corps as quarterback Marcus Mariota's favorite option. His next three games are against strong pass defenses, but owners need to act now to benefit from his soft schedule for the rest of the season.

Kenny Golladay, Lions

Golden Tate saw five more targets and caught six more passes than Golladay, but the rookie was the one who hauled in two touchdowns - both on fantastic plays - to earn the trust of Matthew Stafford and his coaches. Those who were unwilling to believe the preseason hype should be all-in now.

Cooper Kupp, Rams

Whether it was Kupp, head coach Sean McVay, or the Colts' defense, Week 1 put the very best of quarterback Jared Goff on display. We can now believe he has the ability to lead a strong passing attack, even if he can't do it every game. With an average of 19 yards per reception, Kupp will benefit every week that Goff is on the mark.

Nelson Agholor, Eagles

Agholor's eight targets in Week 1 were more than he'd seen in a single game entering this season. His tremendous preseason display seems to have redeemed him in the eyes of Wentz and the coaching staff. Alshon Jeffery won't be so quiet every week, but Agholor has clearly moved into the No. 2 role for now.

Paul Richardson, Seahawks

Richardson received more targets than Doug Baldwin in Week 1. The Seahawks' offense won't be this inept every time, but Richardson's strong performance showed versatility for any game script.

Allen Hurns, Jaguars

Hurns and Marqise Lee each received four targets in a game that Allen Robinson exited early with a season-ending injury. While Lee went without a reception, Hurns hauled in 3-of-4 passes and gained 42 yards. He did struggle in 2016, but he's just two years removed from a 1,031-yard sophomore season.

Other WRs: Josh Bellamy, Marvin Jones Jr., Ryan Grant, Jermaine Kearse, Brice Butler

Tight End

Charles Clay, Bills

Clay struggled to maintain consistent fantasy-relevant performance in his first two years with the Bills and quarterback Tyrod Taylor, but the team's shallow receiving corps has created more work than ever for the 6-foot-3, 255-pound target. He has five touchdowns in his past five games dating back to last season and should remain the No. 1 red-zone choice.

Coby Fleener, Saints

Fleener's role may take a hit once wide receiver Willie Snead returns from his early-season suspension, but the trade of Brandin Cooks opened up some more room. Fleener caught 5-of-6 targets against a very tough defense in Week 1 and is already one-third of the way to matching his touchdown total from last year.

Jared Cook, Raiders

Cook ranked behind both Amari Cooper and Michael Crabtree in targets Sunday, but he hauled in all five he received, converting four of them for first downs. His usage will be somewhat volatile based on game scripts, but it's reasonable to expect a floor near his 5.6 standard fantasy points from Week 1.

Other TEs: Zach Miller, Austin Hooper, Seth DeValve, George Kittle

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