NFL players to add to your fantasy roster in Week 3

The NFL season is still in its early stages, but it's never too late to make some improvements to your fantasy football roster. The waiver wire can be a great place to find undervalued players who can help you win your league.

This week, we're going to take a look at some of the top waiver wire targets at each position. We'll also provide some analysis and advice on how to best utilize these players in your lineup.

Quarterback

• Taylor Heinicke, Washington Commanders (4% rostered): Heinicke filled in for Carson Wentz in Week 2 and led the Commanders to a comeback victory over the Detroit Lions. He threw for 212 yards and two touchdowns, and he also added 43 rushing yards. Heinicke could be a solid streaming option for fantasy managers in need of a quarterback upgrade.

Running back

• Matt Breida, New York Giants (6% rostered): Breida was the Giants' lead back in Week 2, and he made the most of his opportunity. He rushed for 65 yards and a touchdown on 12 carries. Breida is a shifty and elusive runner, and he could be a valuable asset to fantasy managers in PPR leagues.

• Ty Chandler, Minnesota Vikings (4.6% rostered): Chandler is a rookie running back who is vying for a larger role in the Vikings' backfield. He rushed for 40 yards on 10 carries in Week 2, and he also added a 10-yard reception. Chandler is a talented runner with good speed and vision. He could be a good pickup for fantasy managers who are looking for a handcuff to Alexander Mattison or a potential starter in deeper leagues.

Wide receiver

• Tutu Atwell, Los Angeles Rams (48% rostered): Atwell is a second-year receiver who is starting to emerge as a playmaker in the Rams' offense. He caught six passes for 56 yards and a touchdown in Week 2. Atwell has good speed and quickness, and he could be a valuable asset to fantasy managers in PPR leagues.

• Nathaniel Dell, Houston Texans (24% rostered): Dell is a rookie receiver who has impressed early in the season. He caught seven passes for 72 yards and a touchdown in Week 2. Dell has good size and athleticism, and he could be a valuable asset to fantasy managers in leagues of all sizes.

• Josh Reynolds, Detroit Lions (20% rostered): Reynolds is a veteran receiver who is starting to earn more targets in the Lions' offense. He caught six passes for 81 yards in Week 2. Reynolds is a reliable receiver with good hands, and he could be a valuable asset to fantasy managers in leagues of all sizes.

Tight end

• Maxx Williams, Arizona Cardinals (0% rostered): Williams is a veteran tight end who is starting to emerge as a red zone threat in the Cardinals' offense. He caught two passes for 30 yards and two touchdowns in Week 2. Williams is a good blocker, and he could be a valuable asset to fantasy managers in leagues of all sizes.

Defense/special teams

• New York Jets (12% rostered): The Jets have been a solid defensive unit this season. They have allowed just 14 points per game in their first two games. The Jets have a good pass rush, and they are also good at forcing turnovers. They could be a valuable asset to fantasy managers in leagues of all sizes.

• Minnesota Vikings (11% rostered): The Vikings have also been a solid defensive unit this season. They have allowed just 17 points per game in their first two games. The Vikings have a good pass rush, and they are also good at forcing turnovers. They could be a valuable asset to fantasy managers in leagues of all sizes.

Waiver wire strategy

When adding players from the waiver wire, it's important to consider your league's scoring format, your team's needs, and the player's matchup for the upcoming week.

If you're playing in a PPR league, you'll want to prioritize players who catch a lot of passes. Players like Atwell, Dell, and Reynolds could be good options in PPR leagues.

If you're playing in a standard league, you'll want to prioritize players who score touchdowns. Players like Breida, Chandler, and Williams could be good options in standard leagues.