There are many good options for fantasy football managers at wide receiver. But there are some guys to avoid this week. Here are last-minute wide receiver streaming options for NFL Week 2.

Keep in mind these are guys that can salvage a bad situation for your fantasy team. These aren’t endorsements moving forward. But this is where matchup, opportunity, and team injuries come together. That may give a guy a chance to make enough plays to help your fantasy team get over the top.

WR Devaughn Vele, Saints

It’s not the greatest matchup against the Ravens. But we have to remember that this offense has injury issues. Rookie receiver Jordyn Tyson is on IR, and Chris Olave appeared on the injury report late in the week. Enter Vele as a potential good target-volume guy.

Vele caught seven passes in Week 1 for 69 yards. That’s what streaming is all about. And Vele has good abilities, according to ESPN.

“Vele can play as a power slot or win on the perimeter,” Matt Bowen wrote. “Take the volume and route deployment for Vele in Kellen Moore's offense.”

There’s a good chance the Saints fall two scores behind in this game. They will have to put the ball in the air. The targets will be there for Vele. Grab and go.

WR Adonai Mitchell, Jets

There’s way more to like about the Jets offense in 2026. No, it won’t consistently put up big points. However, when the matchup is favorable, the Jets can move the football and score thanks to a quarterback upgrade in Geno Smith.

Mitchell brings a good presence to the WR2 spot, according to Bleacher Report.

“Forget what you remember about Adonai Mitchell's first two seasons with the Indianapolis Colts,” Moe Moton wrote. “He's made strides to become the New York Jets' No. 2 receiver with the speed to produce explosive gains in a revamped passing attack.”

WR Mack Hollins, Patriots

You didn’t have to squint to see what happened in Week 1 when AJ Brown went down. Drake Maye looked for, and found, Hollins in key situations. (Unfortunately, he looked so hard that he chucked up that game-losing pass, but still.)

Nobody wants Hollins as a permanent part of their roster. But while the Patriots navigate life with Brown for a few more weeks, Hollins could deliver fantasy-effective performances. Part of the reason is it seems unlikely the Patriots will focus anything close to a normal WR1 share of targets to Romeo Doubs after his abysmal Week 1 performance. Zero catches. One drop. Almost invisible.

So Hollins could be a meaningful add. He had the size to score the red zone. And that’s really what you’re looking for here. Just give me that one bonus scoring catch.

WR Kayshon Boutte, Texans

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Why not look next at a guy who the Patriots could have had? With Brown’s injury, Boutte could have solved some problems. But he’s in Houston now. And this week he could provide a useful fantasy effort.

Boutte got on the field in Week 1 despite being new to the team. He played on almost half of the offensive snaps and ran 27 routes. If Nico Collins can’t go, or if he is limited, Boutte makes a very attractive option, according to DraftKings.

“Boutte certainly won’t be able to remain a two-target afterthought/decoy merely because that’s how his debut went,” Dan Johnson wrote. “If Houston puts him on the field for most passing plays, his ability to turn catches into explosive plays becomes much more interesting. That’s the argument for starting him, and I understand the temptation.”

WR Caleb Douglas, Dolphins

The good news with Douglas is what he showed in Week 1.

“Douglas worked multiple levels, catching a boundary fade, running the deep in-cut, and creating quick separation underneath,” Bowen wrote. “Now, I don't love the matchup versus the San Francisco 49ers, but Miami could be pass-heavy late in this game. And Douglas has real upside because of his movement traits.”

Other receivers to consider:

Dontayvion Wicks, Eagles

There should be plenty of big plays this season for Wicks. If you hit the right week, he can deliver.

Kalif Raymond, Bears

When all else fails, get a piece of that Bears offense. It’s as good of a fallback option as anything. Raymond's vertical ability gives him a weekly chance for a home run. And the Vikings like to blitz.