10 Best Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Adds Heading Into NFL Week 10

Best Waiver Wire Adds at a Glance

• Corey Kiner, RB, New England Patriots
• Seth McGowan, RB, Indianapolis Colts
• Caleb Douglas, WR, Miami Dolphins

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The fantasy football regular season is moving into crunch time, and Week 10 offers several interesting waiver-wire targets.

Injuries have created possible backfield openings, young receivers are seeing more targets, and a few tight ends are making a case for immediate value. Here are 10 players worth considering, with an emphasis on recent usage, playing-time trends, and upside for the weeks ahead.

With that in mind, here are some of the best additions you can make to your squads this week.

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Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups for This Week

Corey Kiner — RB | New England Patriots

Corey Kiner could benefit if the Patriots’ backfield opens up after Rhamondre Stevenson exited Week 9 with a knee injury, while TreVeyon Henderson has also been unavailable. Kiner entered the weekend with only 5.5 touches per game, so this is an opportunity-driven pickup rather than someone who has already established a fantasy-friendly workload. If Stevenson misses Week 10, Kiner could see enough carries to enter the FLEX conversation in a friendly matchup against Detroit. Monitor the injury reports before making an aggressive bid.

Audric Estimé — RB | New Orleans Saints

Audric Estimé made an immediate impression in Week 9 after re-joining New Orleans, leading the backfield in carries and scoring a touchdown. His 14.1 fantasy points were encouraging, particularly because the Saints gave him work right away instead of easing him into the rotation. The concern is that he offers little established receiving value, making his fantasy outlook heavily dependent on rushing volume and goal-line opportunities. He is an intriguing pickup for managers looking for potential short-term RB depth.

Seth McGowan — RB | Indianapolis Colts

Seth McGowan carried six times for 45 yards and scored his first NFL touchdown against Dallas, including a 36-yard run. He has 43 carries for 208 yards through nine games, providing a meaningful change-of-pace role behind Jonathan Taylor. McGowan has value as a high-upside handcuff even if Taylor isn’t traded, but if JT is dealt, McGowan would likely operate as Indy’s RB1 the rest of the way.

Chris Rodriguez Jr. — RB | Jacksonville Jaguars

Chris Rodriguez Jr. is worth a look as the main insurance option behind Bhayshul Tuten, especially after Tuten missed practice time ahead of Week 9 and then saw fewer touches than usual. Rodriguez had scored twice over his previous two outings, showing that Jacksonville is willing to involve him near the goal line. His standalone floor remains modest when Tuten is active. Still, he offers the kind of contingent upside that can be valuable as the fantasy playoffs approach.

Emmett Johnson — RB | Kansas City Chiefs

Emmett Johnson turned six carries into 34 yards and a touchdown in Week 9, but the touchdown came late and should not obscure his limited workload. Kenneth Walker III remains the Chiefs’ lead back, leaving Johnson primarily as a stash rather than a weekly starter. The attraction is straightforward: an injury to Walker would potentially give Johnson a major workload in a productive Kansas City offense. He belongs on the bench in leagues where managers can afford to prioritize potential upside over immediate production.

Caleb Douglas — WR | Miami Dolphins

Caleb Douglas drew a team-high eight targets in Week 9 and caught six passes for 70 yards against Detroit. He has now recorded 12 catches for 113 yards over his last two games, a more useful indicator of his role than his two-touchdown return from injury in Week 7. Miami’s quarterback play introduces volatility, but Douglas appears to have a strong claim on the team’s top receiving opportunities. He is one of the better PPR-oriented wide receiver adds ahead of a Week 10 matchup with Indianapolis.

Tank Dell — WR | Houston Texans

Tank Dell delivered his clearest sign of a breakout since returning from a serious knee injury, catching four of nine targets for 105 yards and a touchdown against the Chargers. The touchdown came on a 63-yard strike, but the nine targets may be the more important development for fantasy managers. He has played only twice this season, so his Week 9 explosion should not be treated as an established weekly baseline. But with Houston needing receiving options, Dell offers an appealing blend of immediate upside and rest-of-season potential.

DeMario Douglas — WR | New England Patriots

Demario Douglascaught five of nine targets for a season-high 102 yards against Green Bay, continuing a strong recent stretch. He has surpassed 60 receiving yards in four of his last five games, and his nine targets in Week 9 were also a season high. Injuries elsewhere in New England’s receiving corps have helped funnel opportunities his way, making his role more credible than a simple touchdown hot streak. He is an attractive PPR FLEX option as long as that usage persists.

Pat Bryant — WR | Denver Broncos

Pat Bryant returned from injured reserve in Week 9 and immediately posted four catches for 56 yards and a touchdown. Jaylen Waddle also left that contest with a concussion, potentially opening additional work for Bryant once Denver resumes play. The Broncos are on a Week 10 bye, so Bryant is not an immediate lineup fix. He makes more sense as a speculative bench stash for managers who can afford to look one week ahead.

Darren Waller — TE | Carolina Panthers

Darren Waller erupted for eight catches, 90 yards, and a touchdown on 10 targets against Denver after seeing a much smaller role earlier in the season. He had accumulated only 24 targets across his first seven games, making Week 9 a dramatic usage spike worth monitoring. Carolina plays New Orleans in Week 10, giving fantasy managers another chance to capitalize if the increased involvement sticks. Among readily available tight ends, Waller offers one of the more compelling combinations of recent production and touchdown potential.

Fantasy Football Waivers FAQ

What is the waiver wire in fantasy football?

The waiver wire is where fantasy managers can add players who are not currently on a roster in their league. It is one of the best ways to improve your team during the season, especially when injuries, role changes, and breakout performances create new opportunities.

When should I make waiver wire claims?

Most leagues process waivers once or twice per week, so it is important to check your league's settings. Tuesday night and Wednesday morning are common waiver periods, but managers should also monitor news throughout the week for late-breaking opportunities.

Which positions should I prioritize on the waiver wire?

Running backs and wide receivers with expanding roles are usually the most valuable waiver targets. Quarterbacks — especially in two-QB formats — tight ends, and defenses can also be strong additions when they have favorable upcoming matchups.

How much FAAB should I spend on a waiver wire player?

FAAB spending should depend on a player's projected role, upside, your FAAB budget and how badly your roster needs help. It is usually worth being more aggressive for a player who could become a weekly starter than for a short-term streaming option.

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