Fantasy Football Today Express — Early Week 3 Waiver Wire Targets

Episode Date: September 15, 2025
Hosts/Analysts: Adam Aizer (Host 1), CBS Fantasy Football Analyst (Host 2, likely Jamey Eisenberg)
Theme: An early, rapid-fire review of the top fantasy football waiver wire additions for Week 3, covering QBs, RBs, WRs, TEs, DSTs, and kickers. Focus on actionable advice for various league formats.

Episode Overview

This FFT Express episode gives fantasy managers a sneak peek at the Week 3 waiver wire landscape. With a focus on actionable pickups before the full hour-long breakdown airs Tuesday morning, the team discusses key injury news, positional scarcity, notable players at each spot, and who is truly worth your FAAB or priority. The podcast is fast-paced and expert-driven, sparing the listener from overhype while ensuring the nuances of league depth and format are addressed.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Waiver Wire Headliners & General Strategy

• Balanced Waiver Week: No runaway top add at running back; several notable WR/TE options and critical QB injury situations make for a balanced, “choose your target” week.
• Quarterback injuries have hit managers hard — many will be chasing starter-level replacements.

2. Quarterbacks: Priorities & Strategy

Jake Browning (Superflex / 2QB)

• Situation: Multiple QBs hurt, including Joe Burrow.
• Recommendation:
  “You can make a case to unload all of [your FAAB]...It’s just a player that can be a starter for you, doesn’t always come along very often.” (Host 2, 01:03)
• Perspective: If you lost Burrow or don’t have a secure QB, Browning is the clear superflex add.

Daniel Jones (1QB Priority)

• Performance: Scored around 25 points vs. Denver; only elite QBs did better vs. Broncos last year.
• Insight:
  “Cautiously? You have to at this point...He can get into that number one range based on what we’ve seen through two games.” (Host 2, 03:02)
• Usage: Top add for 1QB leagues, especially if you lost Burrow or want a steady stream.

Full QB Priority List (04:15)

1. Daniel Jones
2. Jake Browning
3. Bryce Young
4. Aaron Rodgers
5. Matthew Stafford
6. Sam Darnold
7. Russell Wilson
8. Spencer Rattler
9. Mac Jones
10. Tyrod Taylor
11. Dylan Gabriel

3. Running Backs: Slim Pickings, But Key Deep-League Targets

Key Context

• Few clear-cut RBs emerge this week: Injuries (Eckler and Najee Harris) don’t create obvious handcuffs.
• Primary names:
  • Jeremy McNichols
  • Chris Rodriguez
  • Jacory Merrick

Jeremy McNichols vs. Chris Rodriguez

• Preference:
  “I’m going to lean slightly toward Jeremy McNichols ahead of Chris Rodriguez...Rodriguez being inactive as a healthy scratch, he’s probably the backup to Jacory Crosby, Merrick.” (Host 2, 04:52)
• Advice: Minimal FAAB, low expectation for short-term payoff.

Additional Stash/Deep Options (06:48)

• Tyjae Spears (“Stash him if you can.”)
• Blake Corum (“Sean McVay had this quote about Corum after the game...‘I have a lot of trust in him’…”)
• Tyler Allgeier (26 carries in first two games; major insurance for Bijan Robinson)

Notable Mention

• “Facial Tootin, 75% rostered — definitely pick him up if he’s available.” (05:41)

4. Wide Receivers: The Deepest Waiver List

Top Five Additions (07:47)

1. Wan’Dale Robinson
   • “Had 93 catches, 140 targets last year. He’s got 18 targets through the first two weeks…Russell Wilson is going to allow him...a few more opportunities down the field.” (Host 2, 08:47)
2. Cedric Tillman
3. Rashid Shaheed
4. Troy Franklin
5. Dontayvion Wicks / Romeo Doubs duo (Packers)

• On Christian Kirk: Lower on the priority list due to injury/playing time questions.
• Strategic Note: Remaining open to late-breaking performances and injury news; rankings may shift after Monday night’s games.

Analysis

• "It’s almost like a dealer’s choice with these receivers. Like they’re all right now coming off strong performances or strong starts this season." (Host 2, 09:32)

5. Tight Ends: Juwan Johnson Headlines

Juwan Johnson

• “15.6 or more [points] in each of the first two games...He’s number one tight end for the foreseeable future.” (Host 2, 10:26)
• Spencer Rattler Connection: Rattler’s play supports Johnson’s value.

Other Notables

• Harold Fannin: “A little disappointing...but he still had five catches” even in a blowout loss.
• Stashes:
  • Isaiah Likely (“It’s time to stash him. He may return in Week 3.”)
  • Jatavion Sanders (“Nine targets and seven catches.” — great for those needing TE depth.)

Deep Watch

• Jalen Coker (9% rostered): Deep-league bench stash for when he returns in 2-4 weeks.

6. DSTs & Kickers: Streaming Options

DST

• Kansas City Chiefs — Top recommended stream (12:13)

Kickers

• Top Names:
  • Parker Romo
  • Spencer Schrader: “He’s been great the first two weeks of the season.” (12:18)
  • Joey Slye: “16 or more points in each of the first two games for the Titans.”
  • Brandon Aubrey (Dallas Cowboys): “I like this Aubrey guy. Get him.” (Host 1, 12:25)

Notable Quotes & Interactions

• On FAAB for Jake Browning (Superflex):

  “You can make a case to unload all of [your FAAB]...It’s just a player that can be a starter for you, doesn’t always come along very often.” (Host 2, 01:03)

• On Daniel Jones Pickup:

  “You have to at this point...He can get into that number one range based on what we've seen through two games...hopefully this Daniel Jones renaissance is something that can, you know, carry on for the rest of the year.” (Host 2, 03:02)

• On WR Targets:

  “It’s almost like a dealer’s choice with these receivers…they’re all right now coming off strong performances or strong starts this season.” (Host 2, 09:32)

• On Juwan Johnson as Top TE:

  “He’s number one tight end for the foreseeable future.” (Host 2, 10:26)

Quick Reference — Important Timestamps

• Headliner Waiver Options: 00:28
• Superflex & Jake Browning Debate: 00:52–02:01
• Daniel Jones & QB Add Strategy: 02:30–04:13
• Prioritized QB List: 04:15
• RB Priorities: 04:47–06:48
• WR Priorities & Debates: 07:34–09:52
• Tight End Recommendations: 10:26–11:49
• DST/Kicker Streams: 12:13–12:28

Final Takeaways

• Waiver wire is highly format-dependent this week; superflex/2QB leagues may require aggressive moves, especially for Jake Browning.
• Wide receiver is the deepest pool, with waiver claims likely to shape around pivots and injury news.
• RBs are mostly speculative, so keep FAAB cautious unless clear news breaks.
• Juwan Johnson is a must-add TE for anyone in need, with good secondary stashes available.
• DSTs/Kickers are streamable with some high-upside options (Chiefs DST, Cowboys' Aubrey).

"We try to give you all aspects of what the waiver wire could be at every position." (Host 2, 06:09)

Listeners are encouraged to check the full-length Tuesday podcast for deeper dives and any late-breaking advice.