Alright, fantasy managers in the Emerald City, you gotta pay attention! Our own Sam Darnold is already dealing with a glute injury. Yeah, I know, not exactly the news we wanted for our Seahawks QB, and it’s a key piece of information when you’re scouring the waiver wire for Week 2 pickups. This early season, health is everything, and Darnold’s on the injury list right alongside guys like A.J. Brown, Zay Flowers, and Kyler Murray. When our guys are banged up, it makes every fantasy decision that much tougher.
Grab Your Quarterback: Young’s Rolling and Risky Plays Against Our Hawks
With injuries popping up, finding a reliable QB on the waiver wire is huge. Bryce Young, for instance, had a massive opener. He went off for 361 yards and three touchdowns through the air, plus another 10 rushing yards and a rushing score. He’s got Jalen Coker emerging and Tetairoa McMillan as solid targets, and even veteran Darren Waller looks set for a bigger role. Young loves playing the Falcons, especially in Atlanta, where he’s thrown three touchdowns in each of his last two trips, even tossing for 448 yards and three scores back in November. He’s got the struggling Browns and a “banged up” Lions secondary coming up too, so his schedule looks sweet. You know what else is on the radar for Week 2? Jacoby Brissett is listed as a “risky streaming option” and guess who he’s playing? Our Seahawks. That’s a matchup to watch closely, especially if you’re desperate for a QB and thinking about playing someone *against* the green and blue.
One Injury Away: Black’s Crucial Value and Boston’s Rise
When it comes to running backs, Kaelon Black from the 49ers is the real deal pickup for Week 2. Everyone knows Christian McCaffrey had a staggering 450 touches last year, and he’s turning 30. Kyle Shanahan seems to get it too, because they split snaps 36-28 in the opener! McCaffrey had 88 scrimmage yards on 15 touches, but Black was right there with 70 yards on 16 chances. That snap split is gold, whether it was due to CMC’s August injury or playing in Australia. Black is that classic “one-injury-away” guy, and you need him on your roster. On the wide receiver front, Denzel Boston for the Browns is another top-10 overall target you absolutely need to add. His early season form is showing he can be a difference-maker for your squad.
As we head into Week 2, every waiver wire move counts, especially with key players like Darnold already on the injury report. Make those smart adds, folks! Your fantasy season could depend on it.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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