Waivers / Week 9 analysis

Week 9 Waiver Wire: Ranked Pickups, Drops and FAAB

Where to spend a claim, how much to bid, and which bench spots are expendable.

Game week

2026 NFL Week 9 · Nov. 8–9, 2026. Advice applies to this week’s decision window.

Mike Washington Jr.

His 25 carries against the Jets give him the strongest recent workload signal on this short board. Use a high priority for urgent RB help or bid 8–14% of remaining FAAB; the split with Ashton Jeanty can still change.

Jonah Coleman

Add for RB upside and move him ahead of Washington if Denver confirms the clearer lead role. Use middle-to-high priority or 7–12% FAAB, with the upper end reserved for managers who would start him.

Dylan Sampson

Six catches on eight targets last week make him a useful PPR alternative. Use low-to-middle priority or 3–7% FAAB. Pick him over a handcuff with no bankable role only if the receiving workload matters for your format.

Drop order for one-QB redraft

Start with a spare kicker or defense if your roster rules allow; next cut a backup QB you won’t use. Then compare a blocked bench stash with the specific player you are adding. Hold an injured difference-maker if you can use IR, and don’t drop a starter just for a bye. In reset-priority leagues, check whether holding your claim actually preserves it.

Sources

NFL waiver analysis: https://www.nfl.com/news/2026-nfl-fantasy-football-waiver-wire-week-9-jonah-coleman-mike-washington-jr-top-targets · NFL official injury report: https://www.nfl.com/news/nfl-week-9-injury-report-2026-season