Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Adds Cooper and Washington in Week 7

Fantasy football managers face a crowded waiver-wire market entering Week 7 after major receiver injuries and bye weeks left several teams short on options. In articles published October 20, 2026, CBS Sports and Yahoo Sports highlighted Omar Cooper Jr., Mike Washington Jr., Demario Douglas and Antonio Williams among players worth adding, with recommendations shaped by recent performances, expected workloads and roster availability.

According to CBS Sports, Davante Adams is expected to miss 6-10 weeks with a hamstring injury, while Terry McLaurin is expected to miss the remainder of the season with a knee injury. Their absences could create additional opportunities for other receivers and tight ends, particularly in Los Angeles and Washington.

Buffalo, Jacksonville, the Los Angeles Chargers and Washington are on bye in Week 7. Those teams' unavailable players include Josh Allen, Trevor Lawrence, Jayden Daniels, Justin Herbert, Stefon Diggs, Keon Coleman, Khalil Shakir, Brian Thomas Jr. and Ladd McConkey, according to the two outlets' waiver-wire coverage.

Yahoo Sports identified Mike Washington Jr. of the Raiders as a priority running back addition after his increased involvement in Week 6. The rookie played a season-high 35% of snaps and recorded 50 scrimmage yards on 10 touches, while Ashton Jeanty gained 22 yards on 10 carries and added 36 receiving yards on four catches.

Yahoo Sports noted that Jeanty remained below a 60% snap share for the second consecutive week. Washington could become a more valuable fantasy option if the Raiders reduce Jeanty's workload or he misses time, although his immediate projection remains that of a running back suitable for deeper lineups or a flex position.

Kendre Miller is another running back to monitor after receiving 20 carries for 70 yards against the Giants. According to Yahoo Sports, Travis Etienne Jr. cannot return from injured reserve until after New Orleans' Week 8 bye, potentially leaving Miller with another opportunity to lead the early-down workload.

Alvin Kamara remains a less dependable option in the same backfield. Yahoo Sports described him as a risky flex play after injuries limited his recent workload, while Miller's increased involvement strengthened his short-term fantasy outlook.

CBS Sports also recommended Antonio Williams as a receiver to add across all league formats following McLaurin's injury. Treylon Burks could be an option in deeper leagues, while tight end Chigoziem Okonkwo may offer a low-end starting option. In Los Angeles, Konata Mumpfield is a deeper-league candidate, although his production could fluctuate.

The Rams could also increase their use of tight ends following Adams' injury, according to CBS Sports. Tyler Higbee and Colby Parkinson are among the players who could benefit, while Terrance Ferguson may become relevant after recovering from an ankle injury. Jordan Whittington and Tutu Atwell are additional receivers to watch.

Other receiver targets identified by CBS Sports include Omar Cooper Jr., Demario Douglas, Malik Washington, Kendrick Bourne, Jaylin Noel, KC Concepcion, Jakobi Lane and Christian Kirk. The outlet also listed Jordyn Tyson, Khalil Shakir and Travis Hunter as potential longer-term additions.

Yahoo Sports highlighted Tyrone Tracy Jr. as a running back worth stashing after he produced 45 yards and two touchdowns on eight touches against the Giants. He played 38% of snaps, while Devin Singletary handled 40%. Najee Harris managed two rushing yards on four carries and was cut from the roster on Tuesday, according to the report.

Quarterback options also require attention because of injuries and bye weeks. Yahoo Sports identified Baker Mayfield as a potential starter after his expected return, citing upcoming games against the Panthers, Falcons and Bears among a more favorable stretch. CBS Sports recommended Kirk Cousins as a lower-end starter after he scored 22.5 fantasy points against Buffalo in Week 6.

Both outlets use different roster-availability thresholds for their recommendations. CBS Sports considers players rostered in fewer than 65% of its leagues, while Yahoo Sports limits its primary waiver recommendations to players rostered in fewer than 50% of Yahoo leagues.