Dynasty Busts: Brian Thomas Jr, Garrett Wilson, Rashee Rice

When it comes to dynasty fantasy football, knowing who not to invest in is just as important as finding the next breakout star. That’s especially true in Superflex formats, where value can shift quickly based on age, opportunity, and long-term outlook. In this article, our collection of Featured Pros experts tackles a critical question for dynasty fantasy football managers: Which running backs and wide receivers ranked inside the top 50 of our Dynasty Consensus Superflex Rankings are they avoiding or looking to trade away, and why?

Whether you’re building for the future or trying to win now, identifying potential dynasty busts can help you make smarter trades, avoid long-term roster cloggers, and capitalize on peak market value. Read on for expert insights into which big-name players may not live up to their current dynasty fantasy football price tag.

Dynasty Fantasy Football Busts to Avoid

Brian Thomas Jr. (WR – JAC)

“I am a big fan of Brian Thomas Jr. after his rookie season. Yet, the former LSU star is slightly overvalued as the WR7 and 20th overall in the rankings. He finished his rookie year as the WR4, averaging 14.1 half-point PPR fantasy points per game. However, Thomas averaged 5.7 targets and 11.4 fantasy points per game over the first 11 weeks with a mostly healthy supporting cast. By comparison, he averaged 11.7 targets and 19.1 fantasy points per game from Week 13 through Week 18, with Christian Kirk missing every outing and Evan Engram only playing in two contests. While the veterans are gone, the Jaguars traded up in the NFL Draft for Travis Hunter, giving Thomas significant competition for targets and the No. 1 wide receiver role. I would rather have Nico Collins (WR8 in the rankings) and Ladd McConkey (WR11) over Thomas on my dynasty rosters.”
– Mike Fanelli (FantasyPros)

Garrett Wilson (WR – NYJ)

“Garrett Wilson, ranked as WR13 in FantasyPros’ 2025 Dynasty Superflex Rankings, warrants caution in superflex dynasty leagues largely due to Justin Fields being the New York Jets’ starting quarterback. While Wilson’s elite talent and youth (25 in 2025) are undeniable, Fields’ inconsistent passing accuracy and tendency to rely on his legs could limit Wilson’s target volume and overall production. The Jets’ offense may still struggle to unlock Wilson as a true WR1, especially if Fields fails to develop chemistry with him in a new system. In superflex formats, where quarterbacks and stability are King, Wilson’s reliance on Fields’ unproven passing ability makes him a risky hold. Trading him for a player with more upside could be wise, balancing his long-term potential with the uncertainty of Fields’ impact.”
– Aaron St Denis (Fantasy Sports Advice Network)

Rashee Rice (WR – KC)

“Is Rashee Rice going to be as productive as he was in 2023 and the first few weeks of 2024 now that Xavier Worthy has established himself as a prominent contributor to the Chiefs’ offense? I’d feel better about Rashee Rice as a fourth-rounder if Xavier Worthy hadn’t been so good down the stretch last year … or if Travis Kelce had retired in the offseason … or if Patrick Mahomes hadn’t stopped putting up fabulous passing numbers on a weekly basis. I just don’t know if we can still count on Rice for 9-10 targets a game. And we can’t discount the possibility that Rice will be less explosive after tearing the LCL in his right knee last year.”
– Pat Fitzmaurice (FantasyPros)

“I’m lower on Rashee Rice compared to the consensus (WR17), and I’m not willing to go out of my way to acquire him. He is coming off a season-ending LCL/hamstring injury (similar timeline to ACL recoveries). He has pending legal issues that will result in a suspension at some point in the future (2025 or 2026). Rice, 25, has developed into a nice possession receiver for KC while healthy, but I have concerns about the off-field issues in the long term. Right now, I think many dynasty managers are still viewing Rice in a glass-half-full type of way, and I’d be willing to sell for a hefty haul or 1st-round rookie pick to wipe myself clean of a potential headache down the road.”
– Andrew Erickson (FantasyPros)