Every week, Kacey Kasem will bring you WR2s primed to exceed their slot in the weekly WR fantasy rankings and could help bolster your chances at fantasy football glory.

I’m going to get real with you—I’m a little late getting the WR2 Radar out this week because the flu decided to pick me to hang out with. The timing? Impeccable.

I planned a trip to NYC, and the flu kicked down my door. Meanwhile, Davante Adams is out there making moves to New York (metropolitan area), trading in silver and black for a Jets uniform, while I’m canceling flights and living on soup.

I’d love to tell you this will be my Michael Jordan flu game of articles, but sadly, my writing is far from his level of basketball genius. Still, I’ve been thinking about that iconic moment. I turn into a major baby when I am sick. Total opposite of Michael Jordan.

Try analyzing player stats, target shares and matchups when your brain feels like it’s connecting to dial-up—Please tell me you can hear that noise in your head.

Anyway, enough about my flu drama. Let’s get into the guys who could give your lineup a little WR1 boost this week, even if you’re looking at them last minute.

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WR2s with WR1 Potential This Week

Romeo Doubs, Green Bay Packers

Rostered in 69.1% of ESPN Leagues

If Romeo Doubs of the Green Bay Packers is still on waivers in your league, it is time to fix that. Seriously, this is a player who keeps delivering, so do not let him sit unclaimed.

Despite a crowded receiving room, Doubs has remained one of the most consistent targets in Green Bay’s offense. Over the last two games, he has seen 14 targets and leads the team in both snap count and involvement on passing downs. The 24-year-old has posted 17+ points in point-per-reception (PPR) leagues in each of his last two games.

This week, Doubs has a promising matchup against the Jacksonville Jaguars. The Jags have struggled against wide receivers all season. Jacksonville is conceding the fourth-most fantasy points per game to the WR position, surrendering nine receiving touchdowns and a rushing touchdown to wideouts.

Jacksonville also ranks near the top in yardage allowed to receivers, which bodes well for Doubs’ upside. With consistent usage and a juicy matchup, you can confidently start him this week as a WR2 or flex.

Cedric Tillman, Cleveland Browns

Rostered in 13.9% of ESPN Leagues

Cedric Tillman of the Cleveland Browns is finally on the fantasy radar, which is exciting for those of us who saw him as a sleeper last year. I drafted him across my dynasty leagues in 2023, hoping this breakout moment would come.

Here we are: Amari Cooper was traded to the Buffalo Bills, and Tillman now has a path to consistent targets. With Jameis Winston stepping in as the starter following Deshaun Watson‘s Achilles injury and Dorian Thompson-Robinson sidelined with a finger issue, the wide receiver has a big opportunity in Week 8 facing the Baltimore Ravens.

In Week 7’s game against the Cincinnati Bengals, the Tennessee product hauled in eight of 12 targets for 81 yards, leading the team in yardage and ranking second in both targets and catches.

Tillman’s outlook is even more enticing in Week 8: Baltimore allows the second-most fantasy points per game to receivers and has surrendered 12 touchdowns to the position this season. He is a smart plug-and-play option for Week 8.

Jalen McMillan, Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Rostered in 37.9% of ESPN Leagues

With Tampa Bay’s wide receiver room taking a major hit, Jalen McMillan stands to benefit most. Chris Godwin is out for the season, and Mike Evans will be sidelined for an extended period, leaving the young WR as the go-to target for Baker Mayfield.

While McMillan’s stat line did not dazzle yet—his season-high eight targets on Monday night yielded just three catches for 15 yards—the path to fantasy relevance is opening up fast.

As a third-round rookie in a pass-heavy offense, McMillan’s value in fantasy leagues is rising. Once Evans returns, the Washinton alum should maintain a role, as Tampa Bay will need his contributions to keep the offense moving.

Mayfield’s efficient season adds to McMillan’s upside, making him a prime candidate to step up in Week 8 and beyond. As my dynasty sleeper at wide receiver this season, it is nice to see him highlighted, even if it comes due to injury. McMillan could become a steady option for fantasy lineups if he can capitalize on his increased target share.

Jalen Tolbert, Dallas Cowboys

Rostered in 26.7% of ESPN Leagues

It is easy to overlook Jalen Tolbert after a bye week, but he remains a valuable asset for fantasy managers. Someone in your league might have dropped him to pick up a starter for last week. I know I did that in my home league.

Remember Tolbert’s impact this season, even as the Dallas Cowboys struggled. With Brandin Cooks on injured reserve due to a knee injury, the 25-year-old has stepped up and proved his worth.

In six games this season, he has recorded 24 receptions on 34 targets for 290 receiving yards and two scores. While the Cowboys’ overall performance has been rocky—especially following that blowout loss to the Detroit Lions—Tolbert’s steady production could provide a much-needed boost if your receiving corps has taken a hit from injuries.

If the wideout is available on waivers, he is worth considering to strengthen your lineup moving forward.