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Top Week 6 fantasy football waiver wire & trade targets: Caleb Williams, Jaylen Wright, Josh Downs & Tucker Kraft. Boost your roster with these key waiver/trade options!
Get ready for Week 6 by targeting some of the best waiver wire pickups and trade options available. These four players can help elevate your fantasy team as we navigate the 2024 NFL season.
Caleb Williams, QB, Chicago Bears (44.7% Rostered)
Caleb Williams is quickly proving his fantasy worth. He threw for over 300 yards and two touchdowns in Week 5, showcasing his development and poise as a young quarterback. His ability to extend plays with his legs, combined with his pinpoint accuracy, makes him a dual-threat nightmare for defenses. With the Jaguars on deck, a team that’s struggled to defend the pass all season, Williams is set up for another big outing. Whether you need a bye-week fill-in or a potential long-term starter, he offers a solid floor and a high ceiling.
Threw for 304 yards and 2 touchdowns in Week 5, showing his growth as a QB.
Passed for over 300 yards in two of his last three games, demonstrating consistency.
Faces a Jaguars defense allowing the most fantasy points to QBs so far.
A dual-threat option with upside, perfect for managers in need of a reliable quarterback.
Jaylen Wright, RB, Miami Dolphins (8.0% Rostered)
Jaylen Wright stepped into a bigger role in Week 5 after De'Von Achane’s injury, and he didn’t disappoint. Wright racked up 86 yards on 13 carries, showcasing his speed and vision. With Mostert nursing injuries of his own, Wright's workload could increase further, making him a must-add as the Dolphins look for stability in their backfield. If Achane misses additional time, Wright becomes an instant flex option with the potential to deliver strong RB2 numbers in Miami’s explosive offense.
Took advantage of De’Von Achane’s injury, rushing for 86 yards on 13 carries.
Showed more explosiveness compared to Mostert, signaling potential for a larger role.
Miami's backfield situation remains fluid; Wright could see a boost in touches.
A priority pickup with flex potential if Achane remains sidelined.
Josh Downs, WR, Indianapolis Colts (34.8% Rostered)
Josh Downs is solidifying his role as a go-to target in the Colts’ passing attack. Since returning from injury, Downs has caught 20 passes for 173 yards and a touchdown in three games, making him an ideal PPR option. His chemistry with Joe Flacco has been strong, and even if the team shifts back to Anthony Richardson, his volume and consistency suggest he’ll remain a reliable asset. Downs is a priority add for anyone looking to bolster their receiving corps with a high-floor, high-upside player.
Hauled in 20 catches for 173 yards and a touchdown in just three games since his return.
Averaging 8.6 targets per game when Flacco is under center.
Provides excellent PPR value, offering steady production week-to-week.
A dependable receiver regardless of who’s at quarterback for the Colts.
Tucker Kraft, TE, Green Bay Packers (37% Rostered)
Tucker Kraft is emerging as a key playmaker for the Packers, particularly in the red zone. With injuries impacting Green Bay’s receiving corps, Kraft stepped up in Week 5 with a breakout performance—88 yards and two touchdowns on four receptions. As he becomes a more integral part of the offense, he’s a valuable target in the tight end landscape, where consistency is hard to find. If you need a tight end who can provide a solid floor with high upside, Kraft should be on your radar.
Recorded 88 yards and 2 touchdowns on four catches, his best performance of the season.
Benefits from increased opportunities due to injuries in the Packers’ receiving corps.
Emerging as a red-zone threat for Jordan Love, which boosts his fantasy value.
An appealing waiver add for managers needing production at the tight end position.
