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Dynasty Trade Targets to Buy, Sell, or Hold

Players To Buy or Sell Before Week 9

Dynasty fantasy football revolves around value. 

Take advantage of current consensus value to strengthen your dynasty team. As everyone watches the season unfold, narratives get created based on the small sample size of games.

With injuries, matchups, and other factors affecting player values, there are plenty of opportunities to buy while selling assets that will depreciate over time.

We have identified some buys who will gain value by season’s end, while also considering others to sell before their stocks plummet.

Finally, patience with some players can pay off. And we've got a couple of picks there, too.

Let’s dive in…

Dynasty Trade Targets to Buy

Our buy candidates range from injured players with long-term upside to a rookie QB who could ascend to reliability.

Chris Godwin, WR, Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Godwin has consistently been underrated in dynasty leagues, with high-end WR2 potential at a low-end WR2 price for most of his career.

Those who invested saw dividends this season with Godwin’s per-game averages:

• 7.14 receptions
• 8.86 targets
• 82.3 yards
• 0.71 TDs

Then he dislocated his left ankle in Week 8, immediately ending his regular season.

Injury Creates Buy Opportunity

A 28-year old WR with Godwin’s production history should continue to perform when fully recovered. Our aging-curve data says Godwin's likely to retain 96% of his peak production next year, and 93% in 2026. 

Contenders with Godwin on their teams will be looking to move him to improve their rosters right now. You can take advantage of their need for immediate production by trading a lesser talent for Godwin.

Not only will he be fully recovered in time for next season, but hitting free agency could give him the chance to grow his target share.

Trade Value Chart Check

There's a dynasty trade value chart to fit your format, with customized values for every player and upcoming rookie picks.

• 1-QB, 1-PPR: 35
• 1-QB, Half-PPR: 36
• Superflex, 1-PPR: 43
• Superflex, Half-PPR: 27

Similar Values

• Terry McLaurin
• 2025 Early Round 2 (1-QB)
• Josh Jacobs
• Baker Mayfield (Superflex)

Bo Nix, QB, Denver Broncos

Rookie QBs come in various forms. From C.J. Stroud’s immediate fantasy production to Patrick Mahomes and Lamar Jackson requiring patience as they sat behind veterans, each rookie’s path may be different.

Over his first few weeks, Nix looked like he didn’t belong in the NFL, struggling to throw the ball and making mental errors.

In each of the past four games, however, he finished as at least a top-16 QB -- including three top-10 finishes.

HC Sean Payton’s offense is coming together, and Nix is developing as a player. Add his rushing to the mix, and Nix’s upside makes him an attractive trade candidate in superflex leagues or as a backup option in 1-QB leagues.

Buy Long Term Upside

The Broncos' early team success with Nix locks him in as the long-term starter, an underrated fantasy benefit.

He has also dealt with less-than-stellar weapons.

No Broncos RB, WR, or TE  ranks among the top 40 at his position in Pro Football Focus grade this season.

As the team adds talent over the next few years -- and develops young talents such as WR Troy Franklin and RB Audric Estime -- Nix’s long-term upside will grow.

Grab him before the price goes up.

Trade Value Chart Check

• 1-QB, 1-PPR: 13
• 1-QB, Half-PPR: 12
• Superflex, 1-PPR: 23
• Superflex, Half-PPR: 22

Similar Values

• Joe Mixon
• Mike Evans
• 2025 Round 2 (Superflex)
• MarShawn Lloyd (1-QB)

Isiah Pacheco, RB, Kansas City Chiefs

Just as Godwin turned into a buy due to injury, Pacheco falls into the same category. But, Pacheco, only 25, will likely return this season. That means short- and long-term value.

Kareem Hunt has been RB12 in PPR points per game since joining the Chiefs, despite minimal use in the passing game. When Pacheco returns, he should slide into that top RB role and offer more receiving upside. 

According to Dynasty League Football, Pacheco currently has an RB17 ADP. Even if Hunt continues to get some work, Pacheco should outperform that valuation for the rest of this year -- as well as next year.

Fear Breeds Value

Despite Hunt’s success, dynasty managers continue to panic over Pacheco. His fractured fibula is concerning, but we have already seen players such as Tony Pollard and Tank Dell return successfully.

Patrick Mahomes' lack of fantasy points has created panic around the Chiefs' offensive output, despite the team ranking seventh in rushing TDs. If anything, the lack of passing scoring for the Chiefs has led to more rushing.

Use our Dynasty Trade Calculator to build a package to get Pacheco.

Trade Value Chart Check

• 1-QB, 1-PPR: 32
• 1-QB, Half-PPR: 33
• Superflex, 1-PPR: 24
• Superflex, Half-PPR: 23

Similar Values

• Tank Dell
• Derrick Henry
• 2025 Early Round 2 (1-QB)
• Geno Smith (Superflex)

Dynasty Trade Targets to Sell

Knowing which players to trade away at their peak value is as valuable as buying the right pieces.

Let’s look at players to move now.

Calvin Ridley, WR, Tennessee Titans

With DeAndre Hopkins traded, Ridley has taken over as the Titans' WR1 for the foreseeable future. Signing a four-year $90 million contract locked the 29-year old in with Tennessee through at least 2025. But that may hurt his dynasty value.

The Titans QB situation is a complete mess. Will Levis has been one of the worst QBs in the league this year, ranking last in PFF passing grade of any QB with at least 30 dropbacks. Mason Rudolph has ranked 39th out of 44 QBs.

With a poor QB class on the horizon for 2025, Ridley may be stuck in QB hell. 

Don’t Wait, Sell Today

Ridley just had a 15-target game in which he caught 10 passes for 143 yards, and the Titans lost by 38 points to the Detroit Lions.

That type of game script is unlikely to happen weekly, especially against weaker opponents. The Titans will continue to lean into their strength as a running team behind Tony Pollard.

Capitalize on the short-term spike and sell him now.

Trade Value Chart Check

• 1-QB, 1-PPR: 26
• 1-QB, Half-PPR: 27
• Superflex, 1-PPR: 18
• Superflex, Half-PPR: 19

Similar Values

• Rashid Shaheed
• Travis Kelce
• Tank Bigsby
• Russell Wilson (Superflex)

Jordan Addison, WR, Minnesota Vikings

The youngest sell of the group, Addison is only 22 and the No. 2 WR on a top-5 passing team (by DVOA).

Everything lines up for Addison to have success ... except being next to the best WR in the NFL, Justin Jefferson.

Addison’s per game splits with and without Jefferson are eye opening:

Addison’s stats with Jefferson would rank as WR31 in fantasy points per game this season vs. WR17 without Jefferson.

Even on a top passing offense, Addison needs Jefferson to be on the sideline to allow meaningful production for the rest of his rookie deal.

Addison can be moved right now for more immediate production or potential long-term upside.

Trade Value Chart Check

• 1-QB, 1-PPR: 32
• 1-QB, Half-PPR: 33
• Superflex, 1-PPR: 25
• Superflex, Half-PPR: 23

Similar Values

• Cooper Kupp
• David Njoku
• Isiah Pacheco
• Tua Tagovailoa (Superflex)

Isaiah Likely, TE, Baltimore Ravens

Likely was the story of Week 1 when he caught nine passes for 111 yards and a TD, ending the week as the TE1 overall.

Over the next six weeks, Likely would total only 113 yards.

The upside flashes combine with his age (24) to inflate Likely’s dynasty value.

With Mark Andrews integrated back into the offense, Likely’s role has become too inconsistent to use in fantasy lineups. Andrews remains under contract through 2025, which will be just his age-29 season. And the Ravens just added WR Diontae Johnson.

Package Likely with a rookie-draft pick to get an older TE such as Evan Engram. You might even be able to swap Likely straight up for Andrews.

Trade Value Chart Check

• 1-QB, 1-PPR: 20
• 1-QB, Half-PPR: 23
• Superflex, 1-PPR: 14
• Superflex, Half-PPR: 15

Similar Values

• Evan Engram
• Nick Chubb
• 2025 Round 3 (1-QB)
• Jameis Winston (Superflex)

Players to Hold

Sometimes, the winning move is to do nothing.

Some players carry the potential for big value swings in either direction. Buy at the wrong time, and you'll lose value. Sell too early, though, and you can miss out on both value and production.

We'd rather hold these players for now to see what happens ...

Brandon Aiyuk, WR, San Francisco 49ers

Though injuries created some buy opportunities for Chris Godwin and Isiah Pacheco, Aiyuk is a different story.

Tearing his ACL and MCL is not only brutal to Aiyuk’s short-term value, but he will likely need time going into next year to ramp up and be effective.

Unfortunately, his value has taken too much of a hit to sell right now.

By signing his four-year, $120 million contract before the season, Aiyuk locked in a strong post-recovery role.

Hold for now and see if the news on his recovery is positive in the preseason to create a sell window. Or just keep rolling with a good, young player in one of the league's best offenses.

Trade Value Chart Check

• 1-QB, 1-PPR: 39
• 1-QB, Half-PPR: 42
• Superflex, 1-PPR: 32
• Superflex, Half-PPR: 30

Similar Values

• Zay Flowers
• James Cook
• 2025 mid Round 2 (1-QB)
• Drake Maye (Superflex)

Tucker Kraft, TE, Green Bay Packers

Kraft entered the year as the backup to fellow second-year TE Luke Musgrave but overtook him early and currently sits fourth among TEs in PPR scoring.

Kraft’s 5 TDs in the last five games likely aren’t sustainable. His mere two games of 5+ targets indicate that more volatile scoring lies ahead.

Fantasy managers still appear skeptical about Kraft’s long-term value, though. And we see no reason why he shouldn't stick as the starter even after Musgrave returns from injury.

If Kraft has a few more big games, then we might get a sell window. But hold him for now.

Trade Value Chart Check

• 1-QB, 1-PPR: 21
• 1-QB, Half-PPR: 23
• Superflex, 1-PPR: 15
• Superflex, Half-PPR: 15

Similar Values

• Tyjae Spears
• Cedric Tillman
• Keenan Allen
• 2025 Late Round 3 (1-QB)

Build a Dynasty with these Tools

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Shane Hallam, Writer

Shane has over 20 years of experience creating content and playing every fantasy football format including redraft, dynasty, devy, IDP, and more. He is a multi-year winner of $500 dynasty leagues on the FFPC and utilizes deep film and scheme study to enhance his fantasy performance.