Fantasy football managers are reaching the point in the season where timing your trades can make or break your roster. With bye weeks creating lineup holes and injuries piling up, selling the right players at peak value is crucial. Some players have benefited from temporary opportunities that won’t last. Now’s the time to move those names before their fantasy stocks drop.
Top Trade Targets To Sell in Your League: Mac Jones, QB, San Francisco 49ers
Mac Jones is less of a sell-high and more of a sell-for-whatever-you-can. The 49ers backup has been fun to watch in Brock Purdy’s absence, and may still fetch some meager compensation in Superflex leagues, but little more.
Purdy may be ready to return in Week 7, which would evaporate any remaining value Jones has left. But with Purdy’s health still a major question mark, you could potentially trade Jones for some FAAB.
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The Baltimore Ravens and Buffalo Bills are on bye this week, and while Lamar Jackson owners will already have a replacement, Josh Allen owners will need a rental. You’ll do well to get anything for Jones this week, but there could be a small window in Superflex if you’re quick enough.
Rico Dowdle, RB, Carolina Panthers
Rico Dowdle has exploded in fantasy since Chuba Hubbard’s injury, and many now view him as the lead back in Carolina. Dowdle was impressive down the stretch last year with the Cowboys, adding weight to his recent strong performances.
In the last two weeks, Dowdle has rushed for 389 yards and a touchdown, with 84 yards and another touchdown through the air. While many would have been skeptical after one week, back-to-back performances should make Dowdle a valuable trade piece ahead of Week 7.
However, while Dowdle has maintained impressive efficiency, he has feasted on a massive opportunity with Hubbard sidelined. For context, Christian McCaffrey has had 56 combined targets and rush attempts in the last two weeks, while Dowdle has had 62.
That immense usage won’t continue when Hubbard returns, while Dowdle won’t get two easier games than Miami and Dallas moving forward. The Dolphins and Cowboys are among the leakiest defenses in the NFL; another reason to move Dowdle while you can.
Rachaad White, RB, Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Similar to Dowdle, Rachaad White has enjoyed extended opportunities in the absence of his team’s starting running back. White has taken on the lead role for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and performed well, with three touchdowns in the past two weeks.
The Buccaneers have suffered several injuries to their wide receiver corps, and a hamstring injury to rookie Emeka Egbuka threatens to make matters worse. If Egbuka were to join Chris Godwin and Mike Evans on the sidelines, White would be in line for a significant pass-catching role in Week 7.
However, each week that passes brings them closer to Irving’s return, making it a tough decision for managers. There is always a market for running backs in fantasy, and White would be a sensible trade piece in the long term, even if his Week 7 outlook is tempting.
Kendrick Bourne, WR, San Francisco 49ers
Those who stuck with Kendrick Bourne in Week 6 were rewarded handsomely, as the receiver tallied 142 receiving yards against the Buccaneers. Ricky Pearsall remained sidelined, along with George Kittle, while Jauan Jennings made his return despite continuing to suffer through rib and ankle injuries.
Pearsall didn’t practice at all last week, and there is no guarantee he’ll suit up in Week 7, making Bourne a tempting player to keep this week. However, if you can get anything useful for the receiver, you should definitely consider it.
Bourne’s value isn’t only tied to Pearsall and Jennings’ injuries, but to his connection with Jones at quarterback. Purdy’s return would not only nuke Jones’ fantasy value, but it would significantly impact Bourne’s as well.
Travis Kelce, TE, Kansas City Chiefs
I’ve preached Travis Kelce as a sell-high throughout the season, but primarily at the start of the year. With Rashee Rice returning from suspension in Week 7, Kelce’s value could be about to plummet.
You won’t get the same value you would have gotten before, as Rice’s return is well known and highly anticipated. But you should still be able to get something for him after a strong showing against the Detroit Lions on Sunday Night Football.
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Last year, when playing alongside Rice, Kelce averaged just four targets and five fantasy points per game. If Kelce is to turn into a touchdown-dependent tight end, you may as well be streaming the position. If you want more depth on your roster, offer Kelce in return for some flex options this week.
