Week 2 of the 2026 NFL season is staring us down, and if you’re like most fantasy managers, you’re probably scrambling to find a kicker who won’t absolutely tank your lineup. Turnover at the position is real, folks, and Justin Boone’s already dropping his favorite waiver wire gems. You gotta listen up, because snagging the right leg can make or break your week, and there’s a rookie out there who just announced his presence with authority!
Cairo Santos Is a Lock, and a Rookie Is Showing Off Serious Leg Power
First up, let’s talk about a guy who looks like a rock-solid floor play: Cairo Santos. This guy was busy in Week 1, and not just in some boring way. The Bears absolutely torched their opponents in a 59-37 win, and while Santos only knocked through one field goal, he stacked up enough extra points to hit a sweet 12 points for the week. Twelve points from a kicker you can snag off waivers? That’s golden! With Chicago’s offense looking this potent, especially against Minnesota in Week 2, Santos is set up for a great floor every single week. He’s on 48% of rosters, so he might still be out there.
Then there’s the rookie sensation, Trey Smack. This kid, playing for the Packers, had a pretty decent NFL debut, and that’s an understatement. He went a perfect 3-for-3 on field goal attempts, including a MONSTER 59-yarder. Yeah, you read that right, a 59-yard bomb in his first game! He did miss a PAT, but honestly, who’s really going to knock him much for that after a kick like that? Green Bay’s offense should be all over the red zone against the Jets, which means more scoring opportunities for Smack. Only 15% rostered, this kid could be the difference maker.
Bills’ Bass Could Feast on Detroit, Plus Other Options to Consider
Don’t sleep on Tyler Bass, either. The Bills are taking on the Lions on Thursday Night Football in Week 2, and if Week 1 was any indication, Detroit’s defense might just be a buffet. The Lions let the Saints score 30 points on Sunday, and that was even with overtime in the mix. Buffalo’s offense should get plenty of scoring opportunities against that. Bass was money in Week 1, going a perfect 3-for-3 on field goals and 3-for-3 on PATs in their win over the Texans. He’s only 9% rostered, so he’s practically free real estate on your waiver wire.
You also have a couple of other familiar names from Boone’s list to peek at. Harrison Butker of the Chiefs is playing against the Colts, and Chase McLaughlin from the Buccaneers is squaring off against the Browns. They’re at 25% and 12% rostered, respectively, and could be worth a look if the top options are already gone in your league.
Week 2 is upon us, and every single point matters. Whether you’re banking on a proven leg like Santos, a rookie phenom like Smack, or a high-volume guy like Bass, these picks could make or break your matchup. Don’t wait around, hit that waiver wire now, because you know your league mates are already looking!
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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