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Top Waiver-Wire Options for Chris Godwin, Michael Thomas and Notable Injuries

A handful of NFL skill-position stars are out for Week 2 with injuries, including wide receivers Chris Godwin, Michael Thomas, Kenny Golladay and A.J. Brown, running back Le'Veon Bell and tight end George Kittle.

Thankfully, it doesn't appear as if any of their ailments will keep them out for the season, although Bell will miss at least three games because of his hamstring injury.

From a fantasy football perspective, many players are hitting the waiver wire to find substitutes for at least one week. Here's a look at nine players (three each at running back, wide receiver and tight end) rostered in fewer than 50 percent of Yahoo leagues who can help fill starting lineup gaps.