The NFL season is only one week old, but fantasy football managers everywhere are already acting like the sky is falling. One bad game? Must be a bust. One fluky touchdown? Time to crown a league-winner. That’s where we step in. To help you avoid panic moves (or take advantage of someone else’s), our Featured Pros have assembled their top Buy Low and Sell High candidates for Week 2. Whether you’re looking to snag a frustrated star on the cheap or cash out before the regression monster arrives, these are the moves that can give your roster a quick upgrade. Here’s our fantasy football trade advice for Week 2, including players to buy low and sell high.
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Week 2 Buy Low Trade Advice
Who is your favorite buy-low trade candidate heading into Week 2 and why? Also, who are you willing to give up for him?
Kenneth Walker III (RB – SEA)
“After a quiet Week 1, Kenneth Walker III is a prime buy-low candidate for managers. The panic from his owners due to a poor stat line and the emergence of Zach Charbonnet, who had more carries, creates the perfect opportunity to acquire an explosive talent at a big discount. To get him, you should look to trade a player who had an unexpectedly strong opening week, such as Quentin Johnston or Marquise Brown. Their big performances make them ideal sell-high candidates to flip for the more consistent production that Walker is capable of providing.”
– Luke Renton (The Franchise Tag UK)
“Kenneth Walker III is a buy-low candidate heading into Week 2, and now’s the time to buy before his value spikes. He totaled just 20 rushing yards on 10 carries in Week 1 but still led Seattle’s backfield in snaps and touches while easing back from a preseason injury. The Seahawks’ offense looked sluggish, but Walker remains their most explosive playmaker and should see increased volume as the unit finds rhythm. With a softer schedule ahead and big-play upside baked into his role, he’s primed to remind managers why he was a top-20 running back last season. I’d be willing to trade someone like Jakobi Meyers, Darnell Mooney or even a Flex-level back like Brian Robinson Jr. to grab Walker before the breakout hits.”
– Lawrence Iacona (Gridiron Experts)
“I’m sticking with a guy I liked all offseason and recommending you should buy low on Kenneth Walker III. I understand Zach Charbonnet played more than people expected, but I believe this was due to Walker’s injury in the preseason. When he is fully healthy, Walker will be the clear lead back in Seattle. See if you can move a lower-end running back who popped in Week 1 with less upside, like JK Dobbins, Javonte Williams or Jaylen Warren, for him.”
– Brady Auer (BA Sports Podcast)
Tyreek Hill (WR – MIA)
“Most fantasy owners are low on Tyreek Hill this year. He can get 2,000 yards, but age, quarterback, injury concerns and attitude are leading owners to pass on him. Those owners looked like they made the correct choice after Week 1, as he had 40 yards as part of a Miami Dolphins offense that looked dreadful (or are the Colts actually good?). This week, he gets to play against the Patriots, who just let Geno Smith have a monster week. Buy him now for a hot Week 1 player, like Kayshon Boutte, before his value goes up.”
– Adam Dove (The Fantasy Couriers)
Week 2 Sell High Trade Advice
Who is your favorite sell-high candidate after Week 1 and why? Also, who would you try to get in return?
Daniel Jones (QB – IND)
“Many were shocked to see Daniel Jones finish Week 1 as a top-five quarterback, scoring 29.5 fantasy points in the win over the Miami Dolphins. He completed 75.9% of his pass attempts for 272 yards and a touchdown while adding seven rushing attempts for 26 yards and two goal-line touchdowns in Week 1. However, fantasy players should sell high on the veteran quarterback as soon as possible. Jones faced arguably the NFL’s worst defense on Sunday. Furthermore, he won’t have two goal-line rushing touchdowns every week if Jonathan Taylor is healthy. Jones would have scored 17.5 fantasy points without the two rushing touchdowns, the same fantasy total as Geno Smith. Find the league mate who isn’t happy with Dak Prescott or Bo Nix‘s Week 1 performance and send them a trade for Jones.”
– Mike Fanelli (FantasyPros)
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