As fantasy football managers look to navigate a busy Week 8 featuring multiple byes and injuries, Jonah Coleman and Rachaad White emerge as the top running back waiver wire targets. Both players are widely available on various platforms and offer significant upside for fantasy rosters moving forward.
Top Running Backs to Target on the Waiver Wire
Jonah Coleman and Rachaad White should be added in all leagues as they hold the potential to be difference makers in Week 8 and beyond. Both running backs are rostered in more than 65 percent of leagues on CBS Sports but are widely available on other platforms.
Coleman returned from a four-game absence due to an ankle injury in Week 7, leading Denver's running backs with nine carries for 54 yards and two catches for 15 yards against Arizona. Broncos coach Sean Payton told reporters after the game that they need to get Coleman more touches. Despite sharing a backfield with J.K. Dobbins and RJ Harvey, Coleman is worth adding for at least 25 percent of remaining FAAB.
White spent Week 7 on a bye, but he is set for an extended run as the lead running back for the Commanders while Jacory Croskey-Merritt recovers from a groin injury on injured reserve. White is recommended for at least 20 percent of remaining FAAB and enters a Week 8 matchup against Philadelphia as a borderline starter.
Key Facts for Week 8 Fantasy Planning
- Jonah Coleman: Rostered in 68% of CBS Sports leagues; recorded 9 carries for 54 yards in Week 7.
- Rachaad White: Rostered in 72% of CBS Sports leagues; has scored at least 11.1 PPR points in three of his past four games.
- Bye Week Teams: Houston, New Orleans, the Giants, and San Francisco are on a bye in Week 8.
- Quarterback Options: Shallow league managers can check availability for Kirk Cousins (76%) and Aaron Rodgers (70%).
Quarterback and Wide Receiver Additions
For managers needing quarterback help during the bye weeks, Kirk Cousins remains the Raiders' starting quarterback and serves as a low-end fantasy starter against the Jets after scoring at least 22.5 fantasy points in five of his past six games. Meanwhile, Aaron Rodgers can be used as a low-end starter in deeper leagues for the Week 8 rematch against Cleveland.
At wide receiver, players like Omar Cooper Jr. (81% rostered) and Deebo Samuel (79% rostered) stand out as key targets. Cooper has posted 11 catches for 218 yards and two touchdowns over his past two games, making him a strong addition across all formats.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is Jonah Coleman a priority waiver wire pickup for Week 8?
Coleman led Denver's running backs in snaps, routes, and touches in Week 7 with nine carries for 54 yards against Arizona, prompting head coach Sean Payton to state the team must get him more touches.
How long will Rachaad White remain the lead running back for Washington?
White is positioned to serve as the lead running back for at least three more games while teammate Jacory Croskey-Merritt recovers from a groin injury on injured reserve.
Which NFL teams are on a bye in Week 8?
Four teams are on a bye week for Week 8: Houston, New Orleans, the Giants, and San Francisco.