Fantasy Football: Top 10 from the week 3 waiver wire

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September 20, 2015; Oakland, CA, USA; Oakland Raiders wide receiver Michael Crabtree (15) scores a touchdown against Baltimore Ravens defensive back Kyle Arrington (24, right) during the third quarter at O.co Coliseum. The Raiders defeated the Ravens 37-33. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports /

Michael Crabtree-WR-Oakland Raiders (31.6%)

If you need a wide receiver the top target on the week 3 waiver wire, the top name who is widely available is Michael Crabtree. The silver and black offense may be much better than most expected, and Crabtree is a big part of the attack even though rookie Amari Cooper is definitely a playmaker starting opposite him. Despite Cooper’s presence, Crabtree has drawn 24 targets in the first two weeks.

With Derek Carr back under center in week 2, Crabtree finished with nine catches and 111 yards while hauling in his first touchdown of the season. Even in week one with Matt McGloin filling in for Derek Carr, Crabtree was targeted eight times catching five passes for 37 yards.

Since I think the Raiders will be playing from behind most of the season, I expect Crabtree to keep getting plenty of throws his way and be a solid WR option this week. Crabtree and the Raiders take on the Browns this week before a nice matchup against the Bears, so grab him while you can since the Raiders will be throwing plenty this season which brings me to…

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