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Fantasy Football Players to Buy Low & Sell High in Week 9

Buy Low

Who is your favorite buy-low trade candidate heading into Week 9 and why? Also, who are you willing to give up for him?

Quinshon Judkins (RB – CLE)

“I’m going to see if I can use Quinshon Judkins’ putrid performance last week to try and acquire him. Against the Steelers, he averaged just 2.3 yards per carry on 11 totes and finished as the RB33 in half-PPR scoring. The second-year back should rebound this week against the Saints, who are allowing a league-high 27.6 fantasy points per game to opposing running backs. Not only that, but Judkins has an enticing schedule after Cleveland’s Week 11 bye, with matchups against the Raiders, Bengals, Falcons, Giants, Ravens, and Colts through the fantasy playoffs. He’s not a big-play threat, but Judkins gets volume, and I think he’ll be a productive RB2 down the stretch. If you have an excess of receivers and can trade someone like Ladd McConkey or Michael Wilson to get Judkins, I think that’s a move worth making.”
– Wolf Trelles-Heard (FantasyPros)

Breece Hall (RB – NYJ)

“Breece Hall – his current manager might finally be done with him after another week of questionable practices leading to being ruled out Sunday morning. With him more than likely coming back next game, now is the time to grab him for the lowest his value will be. I understand Allen has been phenomenal in his place, and he has definitely earned more rushing attempts in this offense, but the pass-catching work still belongs to Hall, and Geno will use his safety blanket enough to make Breece Hall a high-end RB2 with RB1 upside week to week going forward. You might be able to grab him for flex value or a WR that just had a big game, but is not going to be as consistent down the stretch.”
– Community Consensus (r/fantasyfootball)

Tetairoa McMillan (WR – CAR)

“My favorite buy-low candidate heading into Week 9 is Tetairoa McMillan. He’s been frustratingly inconsistent, but I love the target volume, and I think there’s room for his touchdown production to improve as the season progresses. With his current production potentially testing his managers’ patience, I’d see if I could get a deal done before he puts together another big game. I’d be willing to offer Matthew Golden, assuming the other manager values his name and upside. It’s a reasonable swing on a young receiver who could become a difference-maker down the stretch.”
– Aaron St Denis (Fantasy Sports Advice Network)

Mike Washington Jr. (RB – LV)

“Mike Washington Jr. is my favorite buy‑low target heading into Week 9. He dominated the Raiders’ early‑down and goal‑line work in Week 8, turning a 60 percent snap share into 25 carries and proving he can handle a heavy workload. Because he wasn’t heavily involved as a receiver and failed to find the end zone, many fantasy managers may still be undervaluing his rest‑of‑season outlook. In dynasty leagues, I would be willing to offer a 2027 third‑round pick and a bench player, while in redraft leagues I would package a pair of flex‑level assets to get a deal done. If the volume remains this strong, his value could rise quickly over the next few weeks.”
– Lawrence Iacona (FantasyPros)

Parker Washington (WR – JAC)

“Parker Washington is my favorite buy-low after catching just one pass for 16 yards against Indianapolis. Trevor Lawrence attempted only 14 passes in Jacksonville’s 42-7 win, leaving very little passing volume to share. I still have Washington WR11 for the rest of the season, and FantasyPros rates his remaining schedule as the second easiest for receivers. I’d offer Jameson Williams straight up, using his three consecutive games with a touchdown to buy a receiver I prefer for the second half.”
– Jay Henry Ocho (Jay Henry Ocho)

“Parker Washington is my favorite buy-low candidate after scoring 10.5 PPR points or fewer in three of his last four games, with Jacksonville’s blowout wins limiting his opportunities. Trevor Lawrence attempted just 14 passes in Week 8 and has finished below 30 attempts in five of seven games this season. Washington’s efficiency tells a more encouraging story: among receivers with at least 100 routes, he ranks 15th in yards per route run (2.27) and 11th in EPA per route (0.11). With the second-easiest remaining schedule for wide receivers, I’m betting on a rebound when Jacksonville needs more from its passing game. I would trade Matthew Golden, Nico Collins, or Justin Jefferson for him.”
– Ryan Linkletter (Blitz Sports Media)

Marvin Harrison Jr. (WR – HOU)

“To say that Marvin Harrison Jr. is a buy low just sounds ridiculous when all common sense says is to just avoid! He has done NOTHING to make owners excited for him and has only 4 receptions for 40 yards since joining the Texans. That being said, they are coming off a bye where he had time to slow down, learn the playbook, and get reconnected with C.J. Stroud. Plus, he is being looked at as the WR2 on the team, taking a lot of pressure off. Out of Houston are reports that he is looking refreshed and ready to show the talent he brought into the NFL. Now is the time to buy low (or at least see what he has in the tank) going into the stretch run of the season. If this super-talented, low-performing Houston Texans team takes off, he could be a piece that fills an injury hole moving forward on fantasy teams. Offer other disappointing hopeful players in exchange, like Ladd McConkey or AJ Brown, to trade for players that are frustrating both owners, but still hold out hope of producing.”
– Adam Dove (The Fantasy Couriers)

Drake London (WR – ATL)

“It has been incredibly inconsistent for Drake London thus far in 2026. Take the disaster in Tampa out of the mix, London only has two 100-yard outings and one touchdown to his name. Not great, but buying in on London is betting that his talent will come through. Michael Penix loves to get London involved, and as long as he is there, London will be at worst a high-end WR2 most weeks. As a WR2 or WR3 on fantasy managers’ rosters, that is a really solid piece to have for the stretch run. Use Tony Pollard, a returning but ailing Mike Evans, or an even more questionable Josh Jacobs to get that done.”
– Ed Birdsall (Talking Points Sports)

Blake Corum (RB – LAR)

“Blake Corum has become extremely valuable despite his backup status. The Rams have had to play without Davante Adams the last two weeks. Blake Corum is RB10 in half-point PPR scoring over those two games. Not counting Matthew Stafford kneel-downs, the Rams have run the ball on 53.4% of their offensive snaps the last two weeks. Corum has scored a touchdown in four straight games. He’s averaging 5.2 yards per attempt this season and 0.94 rushing yards over expected per carry. Corum has looked fabulous, and he’s now a running back you can feel reasonably good about starting every week even though he’s technically a backup to Kyren Williams. I would happily trade Michael Wilson or Carnell Tate, two No. 1 receivers in bad offenses, for Corum, a No. 2 running back in a strong offense.”
– Pat Fitzmaurice (FantasyPros)

Matthew Stafford (QB – LAR)

“Matthew Stafford has not put up monster stats in what seems like over a month. The Rams have been winning games early and often, not putting a lot of pressure on Stafford to throw the ball much in the second half. Davante Adams is expected to return in a few weeks, and the Rams offense will be slinging the ball like it is 2025, when Stafford won MVP. The price tag is low; even if your QB is Jayden Daniels, you could probably make the swap straight up.”
– Muntradamus (Beast Dome)

Sell High

Who is your favorite sell-high candidate after Week 8 and why? Also, who would you try to get in return?

D’Andre Swift (RB – CHI)

“I love D’Andre Swift, but coming off a three-TD game on MNF, this will be the highest value he has all year. Kyle Monongai will be coming back. I’d trade for Tee Higgins.”
– Shaun Ireland (FantasyPros)

Braelon Allen (RB – NYJ)

“The time to get rid of Braelon Allen is now. He’s been awesome with Breece Hall sidelined, producing 100-yard performances in three of his last four games. Since Week 4, Allen is the RB9 in total fantasy points (75.9) and the RB15 on a per-game basis (15.2). However, Hall is due back this week, meaning Allen’s days as a bell cow are over. Hall has the big contract, so he should slide back in as the 1A in what figures to be a split backfield going forward. If you need help at receiver or tight end, see if you can turn Allen into KC Concepcion or Isaiah Likely.”
– Wolf Trelles-Heard (FantasyPros)

Jonathan Taylor (RB – IND)

“Jonathan Taylor – Sell now and sell fast, before the Colts do. If he is not traded, that’s probably the worst case for his fantasy production being on a team that is all but phoning in the rest of their season; if he is traded, results will vary, and you’ll probably lose a week or two of high-end production just off him learning a new scheme and being worked into a new offense. I would look to cash in on his value if you have some people reading too much into the trade value of him going to a contender. Yes, him changing to a better offense is a plus, but he will not be the end-all, be-all focal point of the offense if he goes to an already competent offense.”
– Community Consensus (r/fantasyfootball)

Jameson Williams (WR – DET)

“My favourite sell-high candidate after week 8 is Jameson Williams. He’s been on a tear lately, with 161 yards and three touchdowns in his last two games, so I think this is a great chance to capitalize on his rising value. He’s explosive, but his big-play ability and recent touchdown production make him a bit harder to trust week to week. I’d try to target Luther Burden in return. I’d bet on his more dependable target volume and buy him at a slight discount rather than risk holding Williams through a potential upcoming cold streak.”
– Aaron St Denis (Fantasy Sports Advice Network)

Jonah Coleman (RB – DEN)

“Jonah Coleman is my favorite sell‑high candidate after Week 8. He turned in a strong performance against Kansas City with 104 total yards, which could have managers viewing him as a reliable weekly starter. The problem is Denver’s offensive line continues to struggle, and the Broncos have been linked to running back additions ahead of the trade deadline. In redraft leagues, I would look to move Coleman for a reliable RB2, WR2, or a package that adds depth across my roster. In dynasty formats, I would start by asking for a 2027 second‑round pick and a young player with upside before his value takes a hit from increased backfield competition.”
– Lawrence Iacona (FantasyPros)

Tee Higgins (WR – CIN)

“Tee Higgins just caught 10 passes for 155 yards and two touchdowns against Tennessee, giving him 303 yards and three touchdowns over his last two games. I have Higgins WR14 for the rest of the season, compared with WR10 in FantasyPros’ half-PPR consensus. I’d target Drake London straight up: he’s my WR9, and his one-catch, eight-yard Week 8 gives me an opening to turn Higgins’ huge afternoon into the receiver I’d rather own.”
– Jay Henry Ocho (Jay Henry Ocho)

Gardner Minshew (QB – ARI)

“Gardner Minshew came into the game in Week 8 for the Arizona Cardinals and led the team to a surprise win against the Dallas Cowboys! He completed 23 passes for 188 yards and 3 touchdowns, looking amazing doing so, and is this week’s waiver wire darling! BUT….Arizona is coming on a stretch of games against the Seahawks, Rams (with a returning Garrett), and Chiefs! This could lead to the team being 3-8 by the end of the month and looking to see what they have in rookie Carson Beck. So, whether you just won Minshew on waivers or had him stashed on a deep bench, now is the time to cash in and upgrade your team. Look at the Lamar owner or even the Baker owner first when offering the new QB1 for the Cardinals. Those owners, or teams who have dire need at quarterback, could be willing to trade later receivers like Rashee Rice or DJ Moore and possibly another piece to have a quarterback to plug in each week. Strike while the fire is hot!”
– Adam Dove (The Fantasy Couriers)

Derrick Henry (RB – BAL)

“Derrick Henry is my favorite sell-high candidate after his Week 8 touchdown provided an opportunity to move him before Lamar Jackson‘s extended absence further hurts Baltimore’s offense. Over his last three games, Henry has totaled just 156 rushing yards on 45 carries, averaging 3.47 yards per carry without reaching 60 rushing yards in any outing. His limited receiving involvement, 12 catches for 75 yards through eight games, offers little protection when Baltimore falls behind. I would try to trade him for Chase Brown, who has handled 73% of Cincinnati’s snaps, 64% of its rushing attempts, and averaged 17.5 touches across the two games since its bye. Brown’s 15% target share and eight catches in Week 8 give him a stronger PPR floor, while just one touchdown this season leaves room for positive scoring regression in an explosive offense.”
– Ryan Linkletter (Blitz Sports Media)

Rhamondre Stevenson (RB – NE)

“Get out of the New England backfield while still possible. While Rhamondre Stevenson is the number one back, he has been rather lackluster. One flukey touchdown in the last three weeks shouldn’t raise anyone’s optimism when it comes to Stevenson, and fantasy managers should be able to get some serious value out of him based on Stevenson being a starting running back that is becoming hard to come by. If Stevenson could be used in a package to acquire D’Andre Swift, Bhayshul Tuten, or Javonte Williams off of a down week and overall Cowboys panic, pull the trigger and move off of Stevenson.”
– Ed Birdsall (Talking Points Sports)

Michael Wilson (WR – ARI)

“Michael Wilson. He had eight catches for 111 yards and a touchdown on 15 targets last week against the Cowboys. Wilson’s big game came against a terrible Dallas defense with backup QB Gardner Minshew throwing on nearly every down to bring the Cardinals back from a big deficit. Yes, Wilson is getting a lot of targets. But he’s averaging 6.3 yards per target and 1.57 yards per route run — mediocre numbers. The Cardinals’ next three games are against the Seahawks, Rams, and Chiefs. And eventually, the Cardinals are going to give rookie third-rounder Carson Beck an audition at quarterback. I’d be willing to take Ashton Jeanty out of the hands of his disgruntled stakeholder in exchange for Wilson.”
– Pat Fitzmaurice (FantasyPros)

The Zay Flowers Debate

Occasionally, our Featured Pros will disagree on whether a player is a buy low or sell high. When that happens, we present both arguments so you can make your own decision.

Buy Low

“Zay Flowers. Coming off 0 points, and Lamar Jackson is going to IR. I could see a trade for a QB. If they can get someone like Tyson Bagent, Zay would immediately be a low-end WR1. I’d be willing to trade Justin Jefferson.”
– Shaun Ireland (FantasyPros)

Sell High

“Zay Flowers is a player to sell ASAP. With the Ravens starting a QB that even Madden did not have registered in their game a week ago, Zay is going to see a sharp decline, and fast. Right now, Zay has enough name value that you can get a talented WR like Michael Wilson, make the move, and not look back. Ravens’ offense is about to jump off a cliff.”
– Muntradamus (Beast Dome)