Two weeks into the NFL season, your roster might need a few shakeups. Your RB2 forgot how to run, your QB forgot what team he’s on, and your number one pick looks like a ghost out there. Lucky for you, championships aren’t won in the draft; they’re won in the waiver wire. Here are 5 waiver wire adds that have been standing out in the first two weeks of this 2025-2026 NFL season. 

1. 1. Daniel Jones – Daniel Jones is off to a resurgent start for the Indianapolis Colts this season. His Week 1 performance stood out for quarterbacks as the Colts finished a resounding win against the Dolphins, 33-8. Jones has thrown for two touchdowns and 588 yards through two games, completing 45 of 63 passes with no interceptions. Jones has also been impressive in the running game, with three rushing touchdowns to his name. With injuries piling up at the quarterback position, Jones could be a must-add for any team.
   2. Quentin Johnston – Johnston impressed in the Chargers’ openingmatchup vs. the Chiefs as one of the leading receivers for Los Angeles. With 150 yards on 8 receptions through 2 games, he has established himself with 3 touchdowns that have helped the Chargers win their first two games. With a 60-yard touchdown this past week vs. the Broncos, the 24-year-old is a strong wide receiver depth option for any team.
   3. Marquise “Hollywood” Brown – Brown has stepped into an injured wide receiver room for the Chiefs and helped them stay afloat these first two games. With 129 yards on 15 receptions through two games, the 28-year-old impressed many in their opening matchups. Against the Chargers, Brown averaged 10 yards per catch and finished with 10 receptions, stepping into the WR-2 role perfectly.
   4. Cedric Tillman – Tillman is a player who might’ve slipped through the draft in many leagues. So far, he has proven his spot for the Browns with 74 yards and 2 touchdowns through 2 games. With many wide receivers already injured, Tillman could be a nice add for your bench to operate your WR-2 or FLEX position.

• Tucker Kraft – Kraft is a tight end who was not at the top of some league’s draft boards, and could be a quick pick-up or trade target. Kraft was dominant in the Packers’ 27-18 win over Washington, with 6 receptions, 124 yards, and 1 touchdown. Kraft has had a promising start to a potential breakout season and could be an all-important add for any fantasy team heading into Week 3 as one of the best tight ends in the league so far.

While your league mates have already snatched up many stand-out players, there is always an opportunity to upgrade your team. Here are 2 standout players who are the most desirable trade pieces who can be the x-factor for your team moving forward. 

• Jaxon Smith-Njigba – The 23-year-old has exploded for the Seahawks through Week 2. A player who was a late 2nd round pick or early 3rd round pick in most 12-man leagues, Smith-Njigba has proven his value as one of the best young wide receivers in the NFL. With 227 yards on 17 receptions throughout these two weeks, he has had two 100-yard performances so far and is looking like the top target for quarterback Sam Darnold. With a solid trade offer, the Ohio State alum could highlight a huge shake-up and lead your team for the rest of the year.

1. Emeka Egbuka – The 19th overall pick in the 2025 draft, Egbuka is an extremely intriguing prospect, and he has proven it through 2 weeks. With 96 yards on 8 receptions, the rookie has been a steal for the mid-draft range. For the Bucs’ explosive offense, Egbuka has been on fire in fantasy and should continue to be a highly sought-after asset for the whole season.

As Week 3 of the NFL approaches, the fantasy football picture is starting to take shape: new stars are emerging, veterans are reinventing themselves, and hidden gems are being found in the rough. Whether you’re hunting the waiver wire or eyeing a season-altering trade, the moves you make now will certainly be the deciding factor between a championship win and suffering a last-place punishment.