Fantasy Football Week 9 Waiver Wire: Top Wide Receiver Options
Week 9 of fantasy football is here, and with the warm weather behind us, it’s time to take a hard look at your bench and make some valuable additions. Fortunately, the waiver wire has some promising options this week. Sportskeeda has carefully analyzed the available players to bring you some of the best wide receiver pickups to consider for your fantasy roster.
#4 Cooper Kupp (70% Rostered)
Cooper Kupp was the top receiver in the NFL in 2021 and one of the best single-season receivers in NFL history. While he may not be at that same peak level now, Kupp showed flashes of his talent recently with a 32-yard catch in Week 8 and a touchdown reception in Week 7. It’s clear there’s still plenty of skill and rapport with quarterback Sam Darnold.
If Kupp is available in your league, don’t hesitate to add him. He might not produce as a week-to-week starter, but with the Seattle Seahawks’ bye week now behind them, Kupp is worth keeping around as a reliable option with solid upside.
#3 Malik Washington (12% Rostered)
Malik Washington scored his first touchdown of the season against the Atlanta Falcons, and with Tyreek Hill out for the year, Washington is becoming an increasingly important target for Tua Tagovailoa. Darren Waller’s absence only boosts Washington’s potential involvement in the offense.
The Dolphins often find themselves throwing to catch up, which could lead to bigger games for Washington in upcoming weeks. If he’s available on your waiver wire, he’s a solid speculative add with growing upside.
#2 Tre Tucker (45% Rostered)
Tre Tucker is quickly emerging as a key figure in the Las Vegas Raiders’ receiving corps. With Brock Bowers dealing with injuries and trade rumors swirling around Jakobi Meyers—with the Raiders reportedly seeking a significant return—Tucker may soon become quarterback Geno Smith’s primary target.
The recent addition of Tyler Lockett, a former teammate of Smith, could slightly limit Tucker’s upside, but the Raiders’ tendency to fall behind in games means plenty of passing opportunities. Tucker is a compelling waiver option for teams looking for consistent production.
#1 Kayshon Boutte (30% Rostered)
Kayshon Boutte has been delivering set-and-forget fantasy performances, scoring four touchdowns over his last three games. He has tallied five touchdowns total this season and is starting to challenge Stefon Diggs for a top spot in the Buffalo Bills’ wide receiver hierarchy.
If Boutte is slipping through the cracks in your league, it’s time to put in a waiver claim immediately. Most fantasy teams can benefit from adding a player of Boutte’s talent, and you might even be able to drop a notable name to bring him on board.
Be sure to act quickly and strengthen your squad with one (or more) of these valuable receivers as you look to make a push down the stretch this fantasy football season!
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