Waiver Wire pickups Week 6: Geno Smith, Kenneth Walker III and more

#4 - WR Alec Pierce, Indianapolis Colts

Indianapolis Colts WR Alec Pierce

The Indianapolis Colts were in desparate need of a second wide receiver behind Michael Pittman entering the 2022 NFL season. They selected Alec Pierce in the 2022 NFL Draft and after a slow first two weeks of his rookie season, he appears to have established himself.

Pierce has now exceeded 60 receiving yards in each of his last three games while continuously increasing his workload. He led the Colts in targets, receptions, and yards during their Week 5 game and is now a legitimate waiver wire target in Fantasy Football in Week 6.

#5 - WR George Pickens, Pittsburgh Steelers

Pittsburgh Steelers WR George Pickens

Since Kenny Pickett took over as the starting quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 4, George Pickens' stock has risen. He has been the top receiver on the team, leading all players in targets, receptions, and yards. Pickett is expected to remain the starter for the rest of the year, so it's time to grab Pickens off the waiver wire in Fantasy Football.

Pickens has recorded six receptions and eight targets in each of his last two games while totaling 185 receiving yards. He and Pickett showed chemistry in training camp and during the 2022 NFL pre-season. They will now carry their production over to the regular season, making him a solid waiver wire target.

#6 - TE Taysom Hill, New Orleans Saints

New Orleans Saints TE Taysom Hill

Taysom Hill is the definition of a boom or bust player in Fantasy Football. His role within the New Orleans Saints offensive scheme is extremely inconsistent. He is fully capable of little-to-no fantasy points in a given week, but when he booms, he really booms.

Hill offers far more upside than most tight ends, especially considering how weak the position is as a whole for Fantasy Football. He exploded for 112 yards and three touchdowns in Week 5, giving him five total touchdowns this season. He is clearly worth a speculative addition from the waiver wire, possessing the potential to win weeks on his own.

#7 - Carolina Panthers Defense

Carolina Panthers DB Stephon Gilmore

The Carolina Panthers defensive unit is a waiver wire streaming option in Week 6 as they play against the Los Angeles Rams. Matthew Stafford has already thrown seven interceptions during the 2022 NFL season. He has also been sacked 21 times, so the Panthers defense has a great opportunity for a big week.