The waiver wire is like sifting through sand on the beach. Most of it is garbage until that diamond in the rough suddenly revives a struggling fantasy team. Brush off the sand, polish the logo, and fix that ugly fantasy team before it’s too late.
Tyreek Hill
Is the magical Kansas City reunion actually happening?
Tyreek Hill used to be a fantasy machine. From 2017 to 2023, he averaged at least 15.7 FPTS/G and scored at least 300 points in four of those years. After a devastating injury that caused his dismissal from the Dolphins, the ten-year veteran is rumored to have numerous teams of interest.
Despite the Chiefs having a wealth of offensive talent, the injury to Tyquan Thornton has changed the scene for Mahomes. Whether or not Hill does decide to sign with the Chiefs, he still offers veteran experience for any team of interest. He can easily be a primary bench backup, with FLEX potential depending on what team he signs with. He may never reach his previous fantasy heights, but expect a massive turnaround for the former cheetah.
Brian Robinson Jr.
The Atlanta Falcons decimated the New Orleans Saints 45-24 off of a terrific run game.
Despite Bijan Robinson having 145 yards and two touchdowns, Brian Robinson Jr. ran for 62 yards and three touchdowns. Three touchdowns? From a backup running back behind one of the best in the league?
The Falcons have made their offensive style clear: run the ball as much as humanly possible. Even if Bijan doesn’t look fatigued on the sidelines, he can’t run indefinitely. Brian Robinson Jr. continues to elevate his game in a very bash-heavy attack. While he does not carry the speed of Bijan, Atlanta is clearly set on using him as a third and fourth down back, as well as within the red zone.
The fourth-year back out of Alabama still has to prove he’s worthy of playing time, but expect the Falcons to continue to build on the ground game’s success. For a back that is only rostered in 26.9% of ESPN fantasy leagues, he’s easily the best pickup of Week 5.
Ollie Gordon II
Fresh off of his quiet rookie campaign, Ollie Gordon II is in a prime situation.
Whether he becomes the primary backup or not in a tight battle with Jaylen Wright does little to affect his upside. Gordon II rushed for 100 yards and a touchdown against the Vikings on Sunday in a close loss. Despite Gordon II stepping up to the plate, Miami has a clear issue: the passing game.
With Malik Willis struggling to find a rhythm, Miami is clearly relying on the run game. Before De’Von Achane’s injury, the Dolphins were still predominately running the ball. So far this season 45.71% of the Dolphins’ calls have been run plays. With Willis still learning the offense, expect the Dolphins’ run plays to increase dramatically.
Gordon II is a solid back-up option, but fantasy managers have to hurry. He is now rostered in 62.3% of leagues, with that number steadily rising.
Keon Coleman
Is Keon Coleman finally living up to the hype?
Coleman had his best performance yet after an early injury to D.J. Moore. Coleman hauled in an impressive six catches for 116 yards and one touchdown as the second-year receiver stepped up to plate in a tight loss to the Patriots. Despite a rocky 2025 season, Coleman has clearly been putting in the work to become a better receiver.
Additionally, D.J. Moore continues to be susceptible to injury. While Dalton Kincaid and Moore were becoming favorites for Josh Allen early on, it appears as though Coleman is getting better each game. In an offense that relies heavily on the run game, Coleman is now the number one play-action deep threat with Moore on the sideline.
Coleman still needs development, but the early signs are promising. He’s worth a respectable bench spot with future potential or worthy trade options.
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