Week 3 Waiver Wire Adds

Running Backs

*updated Wed, Sept 18th

Willis McGahee*: On the breaking news out of Cleveland, it seems Trent Richardson is on his way to Indy.  Willis McGahee is reportedly working out for the Browns and as of right now, is a leading contender to be the starter in Cleveland.  If this pans out, McGahee becomes a must add in all formats as a potential starter.

Bernard Pierce: Looks like Ray Rice won't go.  Pierce is a must-add in all formats

James Starks: I personally don't like this pickup, but if you're a Lacy owner you might have to do this for the short term, even if you don't play him against the Bengals.  He's on Bye week 4.

Jacquizz Rodgers: Steven Jackson is out 2-4 weeks.  Rodgers figures to be the lead back.  Can't expect much more than a desperation flex option from him going forward though.  Jason Snelling may actually be the better back here.  This smacks of RBBC; I'd recommend you avoid it.

Wide Receivers

Eddie Royal:  There is no way this guy keeps it going, but with Malcom Floyd out, he's going to get looks in the re-vamped Chargers throwing game.  He's a must-add and could be a solid WR3 in Week 3 against the Titans.

DeAndre Hopkins: Should be owned in all leagues, but check to make sure.  Buyer beware, the Texans have a bit of a rough stretch ahead.

Nate Burleson: Broyles is out and the Lions are facing the hapless Redskins D.  Burleson becomes a sneaky WR3/flex play Week 3, particularly if Bush's knee is acting up in any way.

Tight Ends

Charles Clay: There's a lot of buzz coming from Miami around this guy.  Could be worth a look if you need a TE2.

Quarterbacks

Philip Rivers:  No way he keeps his 30+ point pace going, but it's clear the passing game has had a resurrection in San Diego.  Rivers is a solid depth add QB2 and even a potential starter going forward.

Sam Bradford:  Worth an add for QB2 depth.

DST

Vikings:  Nice matchup on the Browns

Buffalo:  Nice matchup on the Jets

Note:  Check out Nerdball for all things defence.  This guy is a DST genius.