Waivers / Week 10 analysis

Week 10 Waiver Rankings: Pickups, Drops and FAAB

Three late-week pickups, plus who to cut in 10- and 12-team redraft leagues.

1. Tank Dell, WR, Texans — first claim for immediate WR help

Dell drew nine targets against the Chargers despite running fewer routes than Xavier Hutchinson. The targets make him worth a claim; the route share is why I would stop short of treating him as a locked-in starter. Priority waivers: use a middle priority if you need a flex; save a top priority if he would sit on your bench. FAAB: 5–9% of remaining budget.

2. Jordyn Tyson, WR, Saints — first claim if you can wait

Tyson drew five targets on 16 routes in his NFL debut. I prefer him to Dell for a patient bench stash, but one game does not establish a full-time role. Priority: use a middle claim in a 12-team league; try free agency in shallow leagues. FAAB: 3–7% remaining.

3. Corey Kiner, RB, Patriots — conditional claim

TreVeyon Henderson is out and Rhamondre Stevenson was questionable on Friday. Kiner moves to the top for a manager who needs a Week 10 RB if Stevenson is ruled out; his workload is still uncertain. Priority: use a middle claim only if you need the potential start; otherwise wait for free agency. FAAB: 4–8% if Stevenson is out, 0–2% otherwise. Check the 9:30 a.m. ET kickoff before claiming him.

QB pickup: Bryce Young

Young offers a one-week replacement against New Orleans after a rebound against Denver. I’d choose him over Stafford if both are available; the Rams’ receiver injuries make Arizona’s favorable matchup less useful. Keep Stafford on the bench rather than dropping him solely for this matchup. Priority: Wait for free agency in one-QB leagues; use a low claim only to fill an empty slot. FAAB (remaining budget): 0–3% in one-QB; superflex values differ.

TE pickup: Pat Freiermuth

Freiermuth is a Sunday-night streamer against Cincinnati. His better fantasy outings have depended on touchdowns, so keep expectations modest. I’d use him over Andrews if you don’t want to bet on a role change in Baltimore’s Monday game. If waiting on an injured early tight end, reserve Freiermuth before that player locks. Priority: Low claim if you lack a starter; otherwise wait. FAAB (remaining budget): 0–3%.

K pickup: Brandon McManus

McManus offers a dome option against Arizona. Use him for a vacancy or bye rather than replacing a reliable active kicker just to chase a weekly projection. Compare scoring rules for long kicks before making a close call. Priority: Free agency first; save a high claim. FAAB (remaining budget): 0–1%.

D/ST pickup: Jacksonville Jaguars

Jacksonville at Tennessee is my first choice between these two. Pittsburgh’s matchup with Cincinnati makes it a bench this week if you have Jacksonville; hold the Steelers if you want their next matchup and can spare a spot. Check how your league weights points allowed versus sacks and turnovers. Priority: Low claim if you need a defense; otherwise wait. FAAB (remaining budget): 0–2%.

Drop order: redundant streamer, then blocked stash

1. Cut a spare kicker or defense before a usable skill player. 2. Cut a backup QB you won't start in ordinary one-QB leagues. 3. In shallow leagues, Braelon Allen is a conditional cut for Dell or Tyson if you don't need Hall insurance. Hall led Allen in carries in his first game back, but Allen still played more snaps. Hold Allen in deeper leagues or if you roster Hall. A bye alone isn't a drop reason.

How bids and priority differ

The bid ranges are editorial starting points based on remaining FAAB: 5–9% on a $40 balance is roughly $2–$4. Check your minimum bid. In rolling priority leagues, decide whether the player is worth losing your place in line; in reset leagues, check how next week's priority is assigned. If claims have already cleared, check first-come free agency.

Sources and cutoff

November 13, 2026. NFL.com Week 10 waiver wire and RB start/sit columns by Matt Okada; New England Patriots official Friday Week 10 injury report.

Streamer sources

https://www.nfl.com/news/nfl-fantasy-2026-start-em-sit-em-quarterbacks-for-week-10 · https://www.nfl.com/news/nfl-fantasy-2026-start-em-sit-em-tight-ends-for-week-10 · https://www.nbcsports.com/fantasy/football/news/week-10-fantasy-football-rankings-te-k-def · https://www.nfl.com/news/nfl-fantasy-2026-start-em-sit-em-defenses-for-week-10