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Fantasy football Week 8 waiver wire: Jonah Coleman, Rachaad White headline must-add running backs

Fantasy football owners scramble for top running backs ahead of Week 8.

By · Published October 28, 2026  04:33 UTC · Updated October 28, 2026  06:24 UTC

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  • Velocity & Diffusion: Coverage exploded across 5 distinct news outlets with 5 published articles, achieving a live velocity of 3.
  • Primary Driver: Fantasy football owners scramble for top running backs ahead of Week 8.
  • Source Integrity: Verified strictly against primary headline reporting under zero-hallucination protocols.

Thousands of fantasy football owners are turning to waiver wire for running backs like Jonah Coleman and Rachaad White as injuries mount and bye weeks loom. The dearth of reliable options stems from a combination of factors, including a rash of injuries to key players and the approaching bye weeks that will leave many teams shorthanded.

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What running backs are in high demand on fantasy football waiver wires?

Jonah Coleman and Rachaad White are among the top waiver wire pickups according to Fantasy Points and Yahoo Sports.

Why are fantasy football owners scrambling for running backs?

A combination of injuries to key players and approaching bye weeks has left many teams shorthanded.

Which outlets are providing guidance on fantasy football waiver wires?

Fantasy Points, Yahoo Sports, the Seattle Seahawks, and The New York Times are all providing guidance on the waiver wire situation.

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