2025 Fantasy Football: Week 6 Weekend Waiver Wire

The article provides fantasy football waiver wire advice for Week 6, emphasizing that there are valuable options available at quarterback, wide receiver, and tight end, while running back options are more limited but still worth considering. It highlights the opportunity to add players for free before the weekend to avoid waiver priority issues.

At quarterback, Sam Darnold is recommended as a streamer due to his strong performances against weak pass defenses, including a recent 4-touchdown game, with a favorable Week 6 matchup against the Jaguars. Mac Jones is also suggested, given his consistent high-yardage or multi-touchdown games this season and a Week 6 game against the Buccaneers, whom Darnold recently exploited. Jaxson Dart and Bryce Young are noted as additional options, with Dart's recent performance earning a mention despite his low roster percentage.

For running backs, the Chargers' backfield is described as uncertain, with both Hassan Haskins and another back expected to share duties, making them unappealing unless desperate. Kendre Miller is highlighted as his snap count increased to 39% in Week 5, potentially benefiting from Alvin Kamara's injury. Kareem Hunt is the top pick among running backs mentioned, despite limited touches.

Wide receiver recommendations include Kendrick Bourne, who had a standout Week 5 with 10 receptions for 142 yards on 11 targets, making him a reliable play for Week 6. Reedy Horton is suggested as a deep-league desperation option, noting his tendency to score touchdowns when targeted at least four times. Thornton is emphasized as a top add, leading the Chiefs in receiving yards and touchdowns, with potential as a deep threat for Mahomes, despite low roster rates. Other notes mention Shepard's value with Evans and Godwin out, and Tre Tucker as an emerging option in the Raiders' offense.