Fantasy Football Week 16: Top waiver wire pickups ahead of the fantasy playoff semifinals

The Week 2 waiver wire watch highlights key fantasy football additions following Week 1 performances, including Daniel Jones (QB, Colts), Michael Penix Jr. (QB, Falcons), Aaron Rodgers (QB, Steelers), Dylan Sampson (RB, Browns), Trey Benson (RB, Cardinals), Braelon Allen (RB, Jets), and Quentin Johnston (WR, Chargers), all showcasing potential after solid outings. Managers should consider these players to strengthen their rosters ahead of upcoming matchups. Want More Context? 🔎

Just 10 days after being traded from Dallas to Green Bay, Micah Parsons made a strong debut for the Packers, contributing to a 27-13 victory over the Lions with a sack and a pivotal role in a key interception. Despite playing only 45% of the snaps due to recent back issues and needing time to adjust to a new system, Parsons showcased his disruptive potential, confirming he remains a top-tier talent in the NFL. Want...

Max Verstappen achieved a commanding victory at the Italian Grand Prix, a stark contrast to Red Bull's struggles at the same track last year. The team's success was attributed to a new low-downforce rear wing, an upgraded Honda power unit, and a revised race weekend strategy. Want More Context? 🔎

While Barcelona's return to the renovated Spotify Camp Nou is eagerly anticipated, nine current first-team players, including goalkeepers Joan Garcia and Wojciech Szczesny, defenders Pau Cubarsi and Gerard Martin, midfielders Fermin Lopez, Marc Casado, Dani Olmo, and forwards Marcus Rashford and Roony Bardghji, have yet to play an official match there, making their upcoming debuts particularly special. Despite a reduced capacity upon reopening, the experience of performing at their historic home will be unforgettable for...

Marc Marquez acknowledged he had mentally prepared for the end of his winning streak in MotoGP, which concluded at the Catalan Grand Prix where he finished 1.7 seconds behind his brother, Alex Marquez. This marked the end of Marc's nearly 100-day reign as the factory Ducati rider. Want More Context? 🔎

During the Baltimore Ravens' 41-40 loss to the Buffalo Bills in their season opener, quarterback Lamar Jackson reacted to a fan hitting him in the helmet by shoving the fan. Jackson later admitted to reporters that he allowed his emotions to take control of the situation. Want More Context? 🔎