Week 3 Waiver Wire Pickups 2026: September 22, 2026 | FantasyLineups
Denzel Boston and Jonah Coleman lead our Week 3 waiver wire pickups for 2026. This free preview helps managers in 12-team PPR leagues identify five potential additions, understand their roles and spot the injury updates that could change their value.
Use the list to address your roster’s needs, whether that means another receiver, running-back depth or a replacement at tight end.
1. Denzel Boston — WR, Cleveland Browns
Boston caught five of seven targets for 95 yards and a touchdown in Week 2, leading Cleveland in routes, targets and receiving yards. That involvement puts him first on our list heading into the Carolina matchup.
For managers needing receiver depth, Boston offers flex upside and a chance to earn a more regular place in fantasy lineups.
2. Jonah Coleman — RB, Denver Broncos
Coleman delivered 58 total yards, three catches and a touchdown in Denver’s shorthanded backfield. With J.K. Dobbins and RJ Harvey dealing with hamstring injuries, he is worth considering for running-back depth.
His priority depends on their availability against the Rams. Encouraging reports on Dobbins mean managers should monitor practice participation before treating Coleman as a Week 3 starter.
3. Devaughn Vele — WR, New Orleans Saints
Vele has turned 16 targets into 12 catches, 133 yards and a touchdown through two games. With Jordyn Tyson on injured reserve, he has established a useful role alongside Chris Olave ahead of the Raiders matchup.
That receiving volume makes him appealing in PPR leagues. He is already rostered in roughly 54% of ESPN leagues, so this is an addition to make wherever he remains available.
4. Dalton Schultz — TE, Houston Texans
Schultz caught 12 passes for 140 yards in Week 2 with Nico Collins sidelined. That performance makes him one of our first players to check if your fantasy team needs help at tight end.
Collins’ hamstring injury remains part of the evaluation. A return could reduce Schultz’s share of the passing game, so avoid expecting a repeat of that workload every week.
5. Dontayvion Wicks — WR, Philadelphia Eagles
Wicks holds a starting role in Philadelphia and offers receiver depth with flex potential. Dallas Goedert’s expected absence could create additional opportunities for the Eagles’ receivers against Chicago on Monday night.
DeVonta Smith remains the leading option. Consider Wicks when you need another receiver to cover an injury or strengthen your bench.
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These five are the starting point. Our complete list also covers quarterback options, additional receivers and running backs to consider when your first choice is already rostered.
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