When making waiver claims, strategy is important. If your league uses FAAB, blowing your budget in Week 1 could mean missed opportunities later in the season. If your league goes in reverse standings order, waiting could lead to a great late-week addition. Let’s look at who you should target heading into Week 2 of 2026.
Quarterback
If you have Kyler Murray, Sam Darnold, or want to stream the position this season, here are the top options to add heading into Week 2.
Bryce Young - Carolina Panthers $2-$5 FAAB
The Panthers’ offense was overshadowed by the Chicago Bears' incredible play and their 59-point performance on Sunday afternoon. But quietly, the Panthers scored 37 points. Bryce Young passed for 361 yards and scored 4 total touchdowns. The Bears’ defense is not great, but neither are the Falcons, who are next on the docket for the Panthers.
Tyler Shough - New Orleans Saints $2-$5 FAAB
Tyler Shough and the Saints started Week 1 very slowly, but after the half, they came out and scored 24 points and forced overtime against a good Detroit Lions team. Shough led the league in passing this week with 410 passing yards and 3 touchdowns. If the Ravens play like they did this week against the Colts, where they scored 41 points, the Saints will need to pass the ball a lot to keep up. Shough has a real shot at keeping the lead in passing yards through Week 2.