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Our favorite high-upside waiver wire bench stashes, fantasy football sleepers for Week 7 of 2025. Sneaky Waiver wire stashes include Isaiah Likely, Jalen Coker, Ray Davis, more.
As the season progresses, more injuries begin to pile up, and young emerging players start to show their potential. That is why it is crucial to get ahead of your league and stash these players who could be league-winners over the final month.
In this piece, we will look at two top handcuff running backs and two emerging pass catchers who could enter starring roles in the near future.
Who are the top stashes ahead of Week 7? Let's dive in!
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High-Upside Waiver Wire Bench Stashes
Only players rostered in fewer than 30% of fantasy football leagues are considered potential streamers.
DJ Giddens, RB - IND
5% Rostered
When looking at handcuff running backs to stash, DJ Giddens may hold the highest upside among most of them. Through six games, Giddens has been the clear No. 2 option behind workhorse Jonathan Taylor. Taylor is one of the few running backs in today's game who can take on 83% of his team's total snaps.
However, when given opportunities, Giddens has produced, totaling 66 yards on 18 attempts. If Taylor were to miss time, there is an outcome in which Giddens takes on over 70% of the running back snaps in Indianapolis, which would push him into high-end RB2 territory. The fifth-round rookie is a priority for those who roster Taylor, as he has never played in 15 or more games since the 2021 campaign.
Ray Davis, RB - BUF
10% Rostered
The other high-priority handcuff RB is Ray Davis. Like Giddens, Davis carries minimal standalone value, but his opportunities would increase significantly if James Cook were to miss time.
Throughout six games, Davis has taken just 13 yards in attempts but was able to find the end zone for the first time this season during Monday's loss to the Falcons. Managers and deeper leagues with a pre-bench spot should target Davis, as he could possess just as much upside as popular handcuffs who are more widely rostered, like Blake Corum.
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— Buffalo Bills (@BuffaloBills) October 14, 2025
Jalen Coker, WR - CAR
15% Rostered
Jalen Coker could make his season debut this weekend, which means the "stash" window is closing fast. Coker has been sidelined in the opening month due to a quadriceps injury. However, leading up to the regular season, the coaching staff described Coker as their primary slot WR.
Through six games, outside of breakout rookie Tetairoa McMillan, no other Carolina pass catcher has emerged as a reliable No. 2 option. This could open the door for Coker to immediately jump into a large role and serve as a viable FLEX option in three-WR leagues.
If Bryce Young continues to take strides forward, Coker could even enter must-start territory in PPR formats given his projected target share.
Jalen Coker Practices in Full Wednesday, to Make Season Debut in Week 7? https://t.co/6Id1iwFgbi
— RotoBaller NFL (@RotoBallerNFL) October 15, 2025
Isaiah Likely, TE - BAL
15% Rostered
The final player to consider stashing ahead of Week 7 is Ravens tight end Isaiah Likely. Likely had a delayed start to the season, but made his eventual debut in Week 4. However, through three games, Likely has caught only three passes for a mere 18 yards.
Despite this, under the hood, his usage suggests better days are ahead. In Week 6, Likey actually logged more snaps than the presumed No. 1 option, Mark Andrews. In his first two games, Likely nearly matched Andrews' snap total.
With Lamar Jackson (hamstring) trending toward a return following their Week 7 bye, Likely could not only overtake the TE1 role, but also emerge as Jackson's No. 2 option in the passing attack opposite of Zay Flowers.
Read more player news and updates for Week 7
Other High-Upside Bench Stashes
- Christian Watson, GB
- Jaydon Blue, DAL
- Kyle Monangai, CHI
- Jordan Whittington, LAR
- Theo Johnson, NYG
Who To Pickup for Fantasy Football Week 7?
Waiver wire pickup options, including how to prioritize them for your league - depending on the league size. Quarterbacks and Defenses (D/ST) are grouped together at the bottom of the list:
| Rank | Player Name | Pos. | % Ros. | Baller Move |
| 1 | Kimani Vidal | RB | 27 | Add in All Leagues |
| 2 | Nick Chubb | RB | 61 | Add in All Leagues |
| 3 | Woody Marks | RB | 54 | Add in All Leagues |
| 4 | Bam Knight | RB | 13 | Add in 10+ Team Leagues |
| 5 | Wan'Dale Robinson | WR | 56 | Add in 10+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 6 | Keon Coleman | WR | 65 | Add in 10+ Team Leagues |
| 7 | Kyle Pitts Sr. | TE | 69 | Add in 10+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 8 | Romeo Doubs | WR | 64 | Add in 10+ Team Leagues |
| 9 | Cooper Kupp | WR | 65 | Add in 12+ Team Leagues |
| 10 | Kareem Hunt | RB | 40 | Add in 12+ Team Leagues |
| 11 | Kendre Miller | RB | 31 | Add in 12+ Team Leagues |
| 12 | Josh Downs | WR | 48 | Add in 12+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 13 | Sterling Shepard | WR | 5 | Add in 12+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 14 | Kenneth Gainwell | RB | 39 | Add in 12+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 15 | Marquise Brown | WR | 40 | Add in 12+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 16 | Tre Tucker | WR | 45 | Add in 12+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 17 | Tyler Allgeier | RB | 30 | Add in 12+ Team Leagues |
| 18 | Darnell Mooney | WR | 28 | Add in 12+ Team Leagues |
| 19 | Michael Carter | RB | 52 | Add in 12+ Team Leagues |
| 20 | Kendrick Bourne | WR | 32 | Add in 12+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 21 | Kayshon Boutte | WR | 7 | Add in 12+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 22 | Tez Johnson | WR | 1 | Add in 12+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 23 | Elic Ayomanor | WR | 22 | Add in 12+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 24 | Theo Johnson | TE | 20 | Add in 12+ Team Leagues |
| 25 | Brashard Smith | RB | 9 | Add in 12+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 26 | Bhayshul Tuten | RB | 44 | Add in 12+ Team Leagues |
| 27 | Brian Robinson Jr. | RB | 33 | Add in 12+ Team Leagues |
| 28 | Evan Engram | TE | 54 | Add in 12+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 29 | Christian Kirk | WR | 24 | Add in 12+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 30 | Luther Burden III | WR | 10 | Add in 12+ Team Leagues |
| 31 | Sean Tucker | RB | 7 | Add in 12+ Team Leagues |
| 32 | Mason Taylor | TE | 34 | Add in 12+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 33 | Michael Mayer | TE | 2 | Add in 12+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 34 | Michael Wilson | WR | 2 | Add in 12+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 35 | Tre' Harris | WR | 3 | Add in 12+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 36 | Troy Franklin | WR | 24 | Add in 12+ Team Leagues |
| 37 | Xavier Legette | WR | 8 | Add in 12+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 38 | Ryan Flournoy | WR | 4 | Add in 12+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 39 | Jaydon Blue | RB | 16 | Add in 12+ Team Leagues |
| 40 | Jarquez Hunter | RB | 0 | Add in 12+ Team Leagues |
| 41 | Hassan Haskins | RB | 52 | Add in 12+ Team Leagues |
| 42 | Jake Tonges | TE | 16 | Add in 12+ Team Leagues |
| 43 | Tyjae Spears | RB | 22 | Add in 14+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 44 | Luke McCaffrey | WR | 6 | Add in 14+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 45 | Trevor Etienne | RB | 2 | Add in 14+ Team Leagues |
| 46 | Colston Loveland | TE | 25 | Add in 14+ Team Leagues |
| 47 | Malik Washington | WR | 16 | Add in 14+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 48 | Emanuel Wilson | RB | 3 | Add in 14+ Team Leagues |
| 49 | Tory Horton | WR | 6 | Add in 14+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 50 | Marvin Mims Jr. | WR | 22 | Add in 14+ Team Leagues |
| 51 | Ollie Gordon II | RB | 16 | Add in 14+ Team Leagues |
| 52 | Tyquan Thornton | WR | 21 | Add in 14+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 53 | Jordan Whittington | WR | 0 | Add in 14+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 54 | Isaac TeSlaa | WR | 3 | Add in 14+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 55 | Oronde Gadsden | TE | 1 | Add in 14+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 56 | Jalen Coker | WR | 11 | Add in 14+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 57 | Isaiah Davis | RB | 4 | Add in 14+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 58 | JuJu Smith-Schuster | WR | 4 | Add in 14+ Team Leagues |
| 59 | Christian Watson | WR | 8 | Add in 14+ Team Leagues |
| 60 | Taysom Hill | TE | 7 | Add in 14+ Team Leagues |
| 61 | Jalin Hyatt | WR | 0 | Add in 14+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 62 | Tyler Higbee | TE | 1 | Add in 14+ Team Leagues |
| 63 | Kyle Monangai | RB | 4 | Add in 14+ Team PPR Leagues |
| 64 | Jaylin Lane | WR | 0 | Add in 14+ Team Leagues |
| 65 | Van Jefferson | WR | 0 | Add in 14+ Team Leagues |
| 66 | Josh Reynolds | WR | 0 | Add in 14+ Team Leagues |
| 67 | C.J. Stroud | QB | 51 | Add in 12+ Team Leagues |
| 68 | Trevor Lawrence | QB | 49 | Add in 12+ Team Leagues |
| 69 | Sam Darnold | QB | 35 | Add in 12+ Team Leagues |
| 70 | Jaxson Dart | QB | 29 | Add in 14+ Team Leagues |
| 71 | Bryce Young | QB | 21 | Add in 14+ Team Leagues |
| 72 | J.J. McCarthy | QB | 29 | Add in 14+ Team Leagues |
| 73 | Michael Penix Jr. | QB | 22 | Add in 2QB Leagues |
| 74 | Tua Tagovailoa | QB | 27 | Add in 2QB Leagues |
| 75 | Mac Jones | QB | 10 | Add in 2QB Leagues |
| 76 | Joe Flacco | QB | 7 | Add in 2QB Leagues |
| 77 | Spencer Rattler | QB | 6 | Add in 2QB Leagues |
| 78 | Jacoby Brissett | QB | 1 | Add in 2QB Leagues |
| 79 | Dillon Gabriel | QB | 5 | Add in 2QB Leagues |
| 80 | New England Patriots | DST | 48 | Add in 12+ Team Leagues |
| 81 | Kansas City Chiefs | DST | 54 | Add in 12+ Team Leagues |
| 82 | Seattle Seahawks | DST | 47 | Add in 12+ Team Leagues |
| 83 | Cleveland Browns | DST | 37 | Add in 14+ Team Leagues |
| 84 | Chicago Bears | DST | 5 | Add in 14+ Team Leagues |
| 85 | Carolina Panthers | DST | 1 | Add in 14+ Team Leagues |
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