Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Targets & FAAB Advice: Quarterbacks (Week 2)

We will have you covered throughout the 2023 fantasy football season with our bevy of tools, including our Waiver Wire Assistant. Find the top available players and get detailed analysis on how potential waiver wire adds will impact your team. Of course, our team of analysts will also have written advice each week. Check out our top waiver wire targets for the week below.

Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Targets

Quarterbacks

Written by Bo McBrayer

Jordan Love (GB): 31% rostered

Next Opponents: @ATL, NO, DET
True value: $6
Desperate Need: $9
Budget-minded: $3

Analysis: Love was solid on Sunday vs. the Bears despite operating without WR Christian Watson. He tossed three touchdown passes – two to Romeo Doubs and another to Aaron Jones. Chicago’s defense was abysmal, which covered up some of Love’s poor decision-making. Still, the upcoming schedule indicates that adding Love on waivers is a strong move.

Sam Howell (WAS): 22% rostered

Next Opponents: @DEN, BUF, @PHI
True value: $5
Desperate Need: $8
Budget-minded: $2

Analysis: The second-year pro from North Carolina matched his two touchdowns (one passing, one rushing) with a pair of turnovers against the Cardinals in Week 1. Howell was a preseason breakout candidate of mine and certainly showed poise beyond his years (and draft capital). His upcoming schedule is brutal, but don’t overthink it. Howell has a safe floor with his underrated rushing ability.

Derek Carr (NO): 38% rostered

Next Opponents: @CAR, @GB, TB
True value: $5
Desperate Need: $8
Budget-minded: $1

Analysis: The Saints’ offense struggled to punch the ball into the end zone in Week 1 against the Titans. Carr passed for more than 300 yards but had only one touchdown. It was eerily reminiscent of his days with the Raiders. Without Alvin Kamara, I expect New Orleans to continue to air it out down the field. Carr still has a penchant for big plays and occasional monster games.

Bryce Young (CAR): 18% rostered

Next Opponents: NO, @SEA, MIN
True value: $2
Desperate Need: $5
Budget-minded: $0

Analysis: While it might not seem like a wise idea to add a rookie on waivers before he shines on the field, the reigning Heisman winner’s schedule is extremely favorable in the first half. Young’s weaponry was dinged up in Week 1. He still managed to look very poised in defeat against Atlanta. Young is simply too talented to ignore, and all signs point to a quick learning curve.