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.
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Who is your favorite buy-low trade candidate heading into Week 2 and why? Also, who are you willing to give up for him?
Dak Prescott (QB – DAL)
“My favorite QB target this year was Dak Prescott. The Micah Parsons trade only cemented him as my target, considering that he would likely need to throw more every game. CeeDee Lamb won’t have four drops in a game going forward, and Javonte Williams is unlikely to punch in 2 rushing TDs, too. I am willing to trade lesser QBs with better stat lines (like Daniel Jones) plus whatever else it takes to get Dak.”
– Tim Metzler (FantasyPros)
Ja’Marr Chase (WR – CIN)
“If you can get Ja’Marr Chase at a discount, go for it. Other than Chase, I’d be looking to target Terry McLaurin. For some reason, he gets underdrafted every year (obviously, the contract this year). Terry does not seem to get involved much against the Giants, quite possibly because he’s not needed. I don’t think this is a problem moving forward, and I’d be buying on a Terry value dip. I’d trade guys like Emeka, Pearsall, Deebo, Jayden Reed, or Pittman for Terry off of their good week 1.”
– Brandon ‘B_Don’ Myers (Razzball)
Terry McLaurin (WR – WAS)
“Hopefully, fantasy players who drafted Terry McLaurin tempered their expectations for him early in the season. Unfortunately, the former Ohio State star struggled in Week 1, totaling only 4.7 PPR fantasy points against the New York Giants, getting outscored by Casey Washington (6.3) and Tyquan Thornton (6.1). However, his poor performance on Sunday creates a buy-low window for fantasy players. McLaurin was expected to get off to a slow start after missing training camp over his contract dispute. Therefore, don’t expect Deebo Samuel to see six more targets than McLaurin in many more games this year. More importantly, the Commanders have multiple fantasy-friendly matchups over the next several weeks, including against the Las Vegas Raiders, Atlanta Falcons, and Dallas Cowboys. I would happily flip Keon Coleman, Kennan Allen, or Jakobi Meyers for McLaurin.”
– Mike Fanelli (FantasyPros)
A.J. Brown (WR – PHI)
“My favorite buy-low trade candidate for Week 2 of the 2025 NFL season is A.J. Brown. His Week 1 performance was dismal, with only four receptions for 24 yards, likely due to a lingering hamstring injury and a run-heavy Eagles game plan. This presents a buying opportunity, as Brown’s elite talent and role in a pass-friendly offense should lead to a strong rebound. I expect him to return to top-10 WR production soon. I’d be willing to trade a mid-tier WR2 Jaxon Smith-Njigba or Terry McLaurin, who may have inflated Week 1 performances, to acquire him. Patience with Brown could pay off handsomely as the Eagles face a tougher schedule.”
– Aaron St Denis (Fantasy Sports Advice Network)
“A.J. Brown is my favorite buy-low trade candidate after a slow start in Week 1. The Eagles’ offense is once again humming, and I refuse to believe that Jahan Dotson is the WR-1. Brown will get back to his efficient, touchdown-scoring ways soon enough. I would move off a younger receiver I do not necessarily believe in, like Xavier Worthy, even if I need to add a rookie pick.”
– Chew Russell (Going For 2)
“Realize that the other people in your league are sentient human beings and won’t hand you a good player for next to nothing just because that player had a bad game. That said, it’s worth finding out how panicky the A.J. Brown investor in your league is feeling after AJB was targeted just once against the Cowboys in Week 1 and had a single 8-yard catch. Brown was a 1,400-yard receiver in 2022 and 2023, and he had 1,079 yards and seven TDs in 13 games last year despite playing in the league’s run-heaviest offense. There’s no reason to think the Eagles will pass any less this year (despite what we saw in Week 1), and Brown’s talent is undeniable. See if you can get him for Breece Hall, who had a big Week 1, or Tony Pollard, whose workload will eventually shrink when Tyjae Spears returns from injury.”
– Pat Fitzmaurice (FantasyPros)
“If there is anyone panicking about A.J. Brown after his stunning 1 for 8 night in week 1, try to take him off their hands. A.J. will be F-I-N-E the rest of the way, and is in line for a big week 2 against the Chiefs. Dallas allowed Philly to dink-and-dunk their way on offense, leaving Brown and fellow WR DeVonta Smith in the cold. Kansas City will not make that mistake, and Philly will have to open the offense up. If Brown can be had for pretty much anything lower than his draft price, it is the biggest no-brainer right now.”
– Ed Birdsall (Talking Points Sports)
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 Hollywood 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 RB last season. I’d be willing to trade someone like Jakobi Meyers, Darnell Mooney, or even a flex-level RB 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 Charbonnet played more than people expected, but I believe this was due to Walker’s injury in the preseason. When he is fully healthy, I believe that Kenneth Walker will be the clear lead back in Seattle. See if you can move a lower-end RB that popped 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 has the ability to get 2,000 yards, but age, quarterback injury concerns, and attitude are leading owners to pass on him. Week 1, those owners looked like they made the correct choice as he had 40 yards on 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)
Calvin Ridley (WR – TEN)
“A player I’m targeting heading into Week 2 is Calvin Ridley. The Broncos are one of the best defenses in the league, and Ridley dropped a couple of passes that could have made his day look much better on paper. I believe he has top-15 FPPG upside this season. I’d be willing to offer Tank Bigsby, Isiah Pacheco, or Terry McLaurin.”
– Nick Penticoff (Fantasy Football Astronauts)
Omarion Hampton (RB – LAC)
“Omarion Hampton is the clear RB1 for the Chargers; he out-carried Najee 15 to 1 and ran 25 routes to Harris’ 6. However, Hampton did not have a great fantasy game, totaling just 7.1 half PPR points. Per Fantasy Points, the Chargers were unexpectedly 2nd in the NFL in pass rate over expectation in Week 1, excluding Monday’s game. It is possible we see a more pass-happy Chargers attack this year, but we should expect some regression. The coaching staff has a track record of wanting to run the ball, and selected Hampton in the first round for a reason. I would be willing to pay up to get Hampton – a RB getting workhorse volume in a strong offense is a great bet.”
– Charlie Sisian (The Fantasy DC)
“My buy-low player after week 1 is Omarion Hampton. Najee may have been on a snap count, but Hampton still recorded ~81% snap share with 15 rush attempts for 48 yards and had two targets with two receptions for 13 yards. While his 3.2 yards/attempt may not be very impressive, he still looked good and performed well in pass protection, which is going to be a plus in Harbaugh’s book and will lead to more playing time in the end. Najee will get more playing time, but Hampton will shine through, and patience is key here. Use this to your advantage and try to acquire him now before it’s too late. I would be willing to trade away: Kenneth Walker, James Conner, Austin Ekeler, or Davante Adams.”
– Brian Barker (Barker’s Fantasy Football Analysis)
Caleb Williams (QB – CHI)
“My favorite buy-low candidate is Caleb Williams. I understand the headlines will be around how he and Ben Johnson choked their Week 1 game away, but the first drive script and late fourth quarter drives give me hope in this offense. There isn’t a cheaper quarterback out there, and he provides plenty of value on the ground as well.”
– Trevor Land (FlurrySports)
Rashee Rice (WR – KC)
“Rashee Rice is my favorite buy-low. There are a lot of big-name WRs who underperformed Week 1, but they’ll still be too expensive to buy reasonably. The Kansas City passing offense clearly has a ginormous hole in it, and Hollywood Brown is a temporary fix at best. I expect Rice to hit the ground running, and if he’s not an immediate WR1 upon return, then he’s a high-end WR2 with WR1 upside. If I can get him for a DK Metcalf, Chris Olave, or Jayden Reed – likely depth pieces who performed decently well in Week 1, I do it all day, and if I need to add an RB I expect to lose touches like a Tyrone Tracy or Rhamondre Stevenson, that’s fine.”
– Lou Brunson (Optimus Fantasy Football)
D’Andre Swift (RB – CHI)
“I’m going to keep beating the drum for D’Andre Swift even after his less-than-stellar performance in Week 1. He only averaged 3.1 yards per carry, but he got 17 carries, which was the 11th highest of the week. Sure, his 53 yards weren’t great, but the Minnesota defense is notorious for being stout against the run. I’m choosing to focus on the workload, which is usually more predictive than any other stat. Clearly, Ben Johnson had plans to use him frequently. Maybe this is the week to send a breakout WR from your bench for Swift if you want to add some RB depth instead.”
– Andrew Hall (FantasyPros)
TreVeyon Henderson (RB – NE)
“TreVeyon Henderson is clearly the best RB on the roster. When your coach explicitly states, “We have to run the ball better and we have to run it more efficiently,” there is likely to be some shakeup. Henderson already kept pace with Rhamondre Stevenson, outgaining the veteran 27 yards to 15 on two fewer carries. If Stevenson’s efficiency stays low and/or the fumbling issue is not corrected, Henderson could end up even more involved. He already has the receiving role covered, earning six targets in his debut. He’ll be an RB1 down the stretch if he can increase to 50% of the carries. I’d happily give up Josh Jacobs for Henderson at this point. The Packers have their QB healthy, and Jacobs will need to score on the ground consistently to outpace Henderson.”
– Will Urion (FantasyNow+)
All the WR1s
“Take your pick of star receivers who underperformed in Week 1. Considering Ja’Marr Chase, Nico Collins, Amon-Ra St. Brown, Brian Thomas Jr., Drake London, and A.J. Brown combined for 115 receiving yards in Week 1, all could be attainable in your league. I would target them in that order and easily trade another top receiver on a questionable offense for them. For example, Malik Nabers and Jaxson Smith Njgiba had big weeks and could be packaged to acquire any of these players. I’d be willing to pay up to acquire any of these trusted talents on known offenses. This may be the only time all season you can get a player like Chase, so pay up while you can.”
– Ellis Johnson (FantasyPros)
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