Week 2 often reveals the season’s first legitimate waiver wire gems, separating savvy fantasy football managers from those who miss critical opportunities. Smart managers understand that championships aren’t won in the draft but through strategic moves throughout the season.
Russell Wilson, New York Giants
Rostered: 5%
Russell Wilson delivered his best performance since his 452-yard outing against the Houston Texans in 2017, completing 30 of 41 passes for 450 yards and three touchdowns in the New York Giants’ overtime loss to the Dallas Cowboys. The veteran quarterback’s 450 yards were the second-most of his career and marked just the fourth time he’s eclipsed 400 yards in a single game.
Another poor performance from Wilson might have gotten him benched for rookie Jaxson Dart. Instead, he silenced critics with vintage deep-ball accuracy and pocket presence throughout the contest.
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— NFL (@NFL) September 14, 2025
Wilson didn’t turn the ball over until his abysmal game-winning interception in overtime, when he threw an ill-advised deep pass under pressure that was picked off at the Dallas 30-yard line. Before that costly mistake, it was a masterful performance that showcased the arm talent that made him a perennial Pro Bowl selection in Seattle. His 31.3 fantasy points represent exactly the type of ceiling performance that keeps him relevant as a streaming option.
With that said, Wilson is not going to face the Cowboys’ porous secondary every week, and the Giants won’t be in shootouts consistently throughout the season. This performance came against a Cowboys defense that allowed multiple explosive plays and failed to generate consistent pressure.
Wilson’s name deservedly appears on waiver wire lists because his fantasy output mandates attention, but he remains nothing more than a matchup-dependent streamer. His poor Week 1 showing against Washington’s defense demonstrates the volatility that comes with rostering the aging quarterback.
Aggressiveness Rating: 0.0
Daniel Jones, Indianapolis Colts
Rostered: 17%
Daniel Jones delivered another impressive performance, completing 23 of 34 passes for 316 yards and a touchdown in the Indianapolis Colts’ comeback victory over the Denver Broncos. We have to give the devil his due – Jones has been impressive in his two starts for Indianapolis, following up his 29-point Week 1 outing with 22 fantasy points in Week 2. This time, he accomplished this feat against the Broncos’ elite defense, which makes the performance even more noteworthy.
Jones only rushed for two total yards on Sunday, but scored another short touchdown via quarterback sneak, demonstrating the team’s willingness to utilize him in goal-line situations. His overall mobility also raises his floor significantly compared to traditional pocket passers.
It is incredibly encouraging that he can post QB1 numbers mostly through the air, though. His 9.3 yards per attempt against Denver showcased improved decision-making and arm talent that many thought had diminished during his struggles in New York.
The former Giants quarterback has found new life in Shane Steichen’s offensive system, averaging 294 passing yards per game through two weeks. For fantasy managers looking for a Joe Burrow replacement or simply seeking reliable quarterback production, Jones may be your guy. His combination of rushing upside and renewed passing efficiency creates a compelling weekly floor with legitimate ceiling potential.
Aggressiveness Rating: 2.5
