Winning the trade market is at least as important as nailing the draft. Aside from the waiver wire’s massive impact in the season’s first few weeks, trading is the best way to improve your squad quickly. Great buy-low moves can set you up for victory in the short term and down the stretch. Solid sell-high deals can get you big hauls for overachieving players who likely won’t sustain their production.
Let’s take a look at players to buy and sell this week. And be sure to check out our weekly trade value chart with updated values for all players.
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Q: Who is your favorite buy-low trade candidate at this point in the season, and why? Also, who are you willing to give up for him?
Amon-Ra St. Brown (WR – DET)
“My favorite buy-low is Amon-Ra St. Brown. That may sound crazy, considering his value is as high as it’s ever been, but if you don’t have him as your WR3, you’re too low on him. He is the receiver who could most easily challenge Justin Jefferson and Jamarr Chase for WR1 overall and has far less target competition than either of them. Add in a Detroit offense that looks poised to be a true contender, and St. Brown had a number one overall ceiling in fantasy. I would be willing to give up any receiver to acquire him in a 1-for-1 swap outside of Chase and Jefferson. With no legitimate receiving options around him, he could push for 200 targets and the single-season receptions record.”
– Aaron St Denis (The League Winners)
Jahmyr Gibbs (RB – DET)
“If there is any fantasy manager under the sun that is looking to deal Jahmyr Gibbs, get on that. David Montgomery out-touched Gibbs 21-9 in Week 1, but that will not stay the same much longer. Anyone who watched Thursday’s opener could clearly see Gibbs looked to be the more explosive back between the two, leaving the Lions no choice but to get him more touches as we move forward. I would be offering up players such as Travis Etienne and Joe Mixon to get such a deal done. ”
– Ed Birdsall (Talking Points Sports)
“So many to choose from, but because of the position, I think Jahmyr Gibbs is my favorite, although Tee Higgins is close. If he doesn’t slip on a sure thing TD, we are not having this discussion. One week will never affect or change my 3 months of analysis. Would an owner who just lost a WR like Diontee Johnson be willing to take DJ Moore from you? Something in that neck of the woods. Play from your strengths. ”
– Ken Zalis (FantasyPros)
“When Jahmyr Gibbs was on the field, he looked incredible. Dan Campbell has even said his lack of usage was part of a slow start plan they have for Gibbs, telling me that in a few weeks, he could be handling most of the workload. Give me all of the high-quality touches on a top-scoring team. I’d be willing to trade Amari Cooper for him right now.”
– Kyle Krajewski (First Seed Sports)
Drake London (WR – ATL)
“Drake London is my favorite buy-low candidate. The Falcons targeted their running backs at an insane pace in Week 1, which won’t happen again. At 6’4, 213 lbs with an 83rd-percentile speed score, London possesses the skills needed to elevate your team. He has a hard matchup in Week 2, but after that, the schedule eases up for a player who had the fifth-highest target share in 2022, the 11th-best yards per route run, and the second-best target rate last season.”
– Joe Pepe (Beyond The Gridiron)
“Drake London left a lot of owners wanting more in Week 1. Zero points are not what fantasy players expect from the 2nd-round receiver. Drake London was targeted 8+ times every week, with a high of 12 in Week #13, with Desmond Ridder at quarterback. He is sure to bounce back and should be available in most leagues from owners who were snake-bitten in Week 1. He can be had for Gabe Davis, Brandin Cooks, or Odell Beckham Jr. and help your team move on from a low-end #2 wide receiver to a #1 wide receiver as the Atlanta Falcons move on this season.”
– Adam Dove (The Fantasy Couriers)
Quentin Johnston (WR – LAC)
“Zay Flowers and Jordan Addison had impressive Week 1 performances, but Quentin Johnston (1.9 half-point PPR fantasy points) is the rookie wide receiver I’m trading for this week. Despite playing 30 fewer snaps than Joshua Palmer, the rookie had more targets (3-1) and a 100% route participation rate in Week 1. Furthermore, the rookie had an 18.8% target per route run rate, while the veteran had a 3.2% rate. The Chargers face the Titans on Sunday, a week after they gave up over 60 receiving yards to three different Saints wide receivers. If you have Tutu Atwell or Zay Jones on your roster, now is the time to sell high and target Johnston before he has a big performance against the Titans.”
– Mike Fanelli (FantasyPros)
Odell Beckham Jr. (WR – BAL) | David Njoku (TE – CLE)
“Odell Beckham Jr. and David Njoku. Baltimore’s defense was too much for Houston. The Ravens should be involved in more shootouts against tougher opponents. As for Njoku, the playing conditions in Cleveland were terrible last week. I expect the Browns passing attack to come alive in better weather. BUY LOW- David Njoku, Odell Beckham Jr. I’M WILLING TO GIVE UP- Darren Waller, Michael Pittman”
– Mark Ringo (Sleepers and Busts)
Rashee Rice (WR – KC)
“Rashee Rice’s 5-target debut got lost in the shuffle of some other great performances in Week 1. The slot role is his to take. Per Fantasy Life, no Chief with more routes saw higher targets per route run. Scoop Rice now off waivers, and hope the targets continue as playing time increases.”
– Seth Miller (Crossroads Fantasy Football)
Jordan Addison (WR – MIN)
“Jordan Addison only played 56% of the snaps on Sunday, but he made the most of his time with four catches for 61 yards and a touchdown. He outproduced starter K.J. Osborn, and I expect Addison’s role only to grow as the season progresses. There are several players that were recently drafted ahead of Addison that I would be willing to give up to acquire him, including Drake London, Marquise Brown, George Pickens, and Diontae Johnson.”
– MasterIDP (RPO Football)
Jaylen Waddle (WR – MIA)
“Jaylen Waddle is an excellent buy-low after a mediocre week one performance. Owners who had Waddle as a borderline WR1 were overshaded by Tyreek Hill‘s game. Waddle will have WR1 performances in 2023, but it’s a great time to buy low on an elite player. This offense will continue to air the ball out, and Waddle should see his time come. You should use Michael Pittman or Travis Etienne’s big Week 1 game, plus something smaller to go out and grab Waddle while you can. ”
– Steven Pintado (The Fantasy Coaches)
Kenny Pickett (QB – PIT)
“Fantasy players may be ready to give up on the Steelers in general after their 30-7 Week 1 blowout loss. But that loss came against a 49ers team that ranked first in weighted defensive DVOA in 2022. And Pickett threw 11 red zone pass attempts in Week 1, the most among all quarterbacks. Try to trade for Pickett in your deeper formats. I would offer up a Week 1 touchdown scorer like Rashee Rice or Darnell Mooney.”
– Scott Spratt (FTN)
Q: Who is your favorite sell-high candidate at this point in the season, and why? Also, who would you try to get in return?
Tyler Allgeier (RB – ATL)
“My favorite sell-high candidate is easily Tyler Allgeier. After a massive showing in Week 1 that saw him finish as RB4, I would like to cash out now before Bijan Robinson is able to usurp him in the Falcons backfield fully. Give me Bears rookie Roschon Johnson in return all day long.”
– Aaron St Denis (The League Winners)
Mike Evans (WR – TB)
“The Buccaneers offense looked half decent against the Vikings in Week 1, but do not be fooled. The Vikings’ defense flat-out stinks and the road won’t be as easy for the Bucs in the coming weeks. Matchups against the Eagles and Saints are looming for the retooled Bucs offense. Mike Evans led the Buccaneers in all receiving categories in week 1, highlighted by a sweet 28-yard score. There are plenty of receivers who had down weeks that I would be targeting if you can get someone to believe in the Bucs offense. The likes of Tyler Lockett, DJ Moore, and Amari Cooper are all names that you can consider in any sort of deal involving Evans. ”
– Ed Birdsall (Talking Points Sports)
“Mike Evans is my favorite sell-high. The easiest way to explain this is to handle this like Gamestop stocks on Wall Street. It’s elevated right now, but it clearly won’t stay there, and like that stock, how much do you trust Baker Mayfield to continue to elevate it? We have reached a peak that can create dividends for you in the trade market. Use this blip now.”
– Joe Pepe (Beyond The Gridiron)
Jakobi Meyers (WR – NE)
“Jakobi Meyers had a 22% target share in New England last season, ranking 29th among wide receivers. He had a 38.5% target share in Week 1, seeing more targets than Davante Adams. However, don’t expect that to remain the case. Adams played more snaps, had a high route participation rate, and a higher aDOT than Meyers. Despite facing Patrick Surtain, Adams had only one fewer target than Meyers (10-9). Meyers won’t have a 38.5% target share or two touchdowns in another game this season. If you can flip him for Tee Higgins or even Terry McLaurin, that’s a move I would make in a heartbeat.”
– Mike Fanelli (FantasyPros)
Kenneth Gainwell (RB – PHI)
“I am selling Kenneth Gainwell to the highest bidder. Week 1 usage was great, but it can’t continue. Swift, Penny, Scott…will all be involved in some manner. The goal line back is Hurts. I do not see the upside. In return, whatever helps you. Would a Gibbs owner be upset? A Deebo owner? Hey, get Higgins! Reach for the stars; you never know.”
– Ken Zalis (FantasyPros)
Brandon Aiyuk (WR – SF)
“Do I think he will have a great season? Absolutely! But his value may be the highest it will be all season, giving me more of a reason to trade him away. I’d target a player like James Cook or Tee Higgins.”
– Kyle Krajewski (First Seed Sports)
Mac Jones (QB – NE)
“Mac Jones was QB2 in many formats this week! That is unsustainable on a team that plans to run and is in the toughest division in football. He threw for 3 touchdowns against the mighty Philadelphia Eagles and looked like the next “Tom Brady.” If in a 2QB or Superflex league, you can trade him for Jared Goff, Matthew Stafford, or (if you can coax an angry owner, but doubtful) Dak Prescott. In a 1QB league, you can use him to upgrade pretty much any skill positions, and he could get you Rhamondre Stevenson, James Connor, Miles Sanders, and possibly (again, if angry at production) Kenneth Walker. ”
– Adam Dove (The Fantasy Couriers)
Breece Hall (RB – NYJ)
“Breece Hall had an awesome night- 10 rushes for 127 yards. 1 reception for 20 yards. But as good as he looked, it still was only 10 rushes. A 12.7-yard average isn’t sustainable. And with Aaron Rodgers out for the season, the Jets offense takes a huge hit. SELL-HIGH- Breece Hall WHO I WOULD TRY TO GET IN RETURN- Joe Mixon, Isiah Pacheco, or Jerry Jeudy, Odell Beckham Jr. ”
– Mark Ringo (Sleepers and Busts)
Zay Flowers (WR – BAL)
“Time to overreact! Lamar Jackson just received his worst Week 1 PFF passing grade of his starting career. So many caveats, but it’s all we have from the new Monken offense. Flowers target share can, of course, go nowhere but down, and we’ll see just how far as soon as Andrews comes back. If Lamar’s passing grades continue to disappoint, I don’t want the 2nd option of an underwhelming passing game. Maybe it’s too early to peak at FantasyPros ROS ranks, but some players I’d move 2.6 depth of target Zay Flowers for Cooper Kupp, Jordan Addison, or Terry McLaurin.”
– Seth Miller (Crossroads Fantasy Football)
Michael Pittman Jr. (WR – IND)
“Michael Pittman started off hot in Week 1 against the Jaguars with eight catches, 97 yards, and a touchdown on 11 targets. After finishing seventh in wide receiver scoring this week, a league mate may be willing to overspend on Pittman to replace an underperforming player. But it should be noted that the Jaguars allowed the 7th most passing yards in 2022, and I expect Anthony Richardson will experience some rookie growing pains as he learns he can’t lock onto his favorite target. I would trade Pittman for Keenan Allen and any of the top 20 wide receivers in redraft leagues. Perhaps you check in with the league mate that owns Anthony Richardson and see if he is looking to create a quarterback-wide receiver stack.”
– MasterIDP (RPO Football)
Kyren Williams (RB – LAR)
“Sell Kyren Williams after an elite Week 1 performance. He is likely a waiver pick, but you should sell this week to grab a better talent. Williams dominated the backfield for the Rams. He wasn’t that impressive with his 3.5 YPC, but scoring two touchdowns helps fantasy. I don’t think he is built to handle a full workload in an offense, so Cam Akers isn’t going just to go away. I’d be looking to sell Williams to grab like a Ken Walker or Rachaad White type of player. ”
– Steven Pintado (The Fantasy Coaches)
Joshua Kelley (RB – LAC)
“Joshua Kelley will likely be a popular waiver target for Week 2. But unless Austin Ekeler misses several weeks with his ankle injury, then Kelley’s potential run as a temporary RB1 is poorly timed. The Chargers draw a Titans defense in Week 2 that was dramatically better against the run than the pass and allowed the second-fewest fantasy points per game to opposing running backs. If you snagged him, try to trade Kelley now for a player with a longer likely tail for fantasy like Jerick McKinnon or Jake Ferguson.”
– Scott Spratt (FTN)
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