Week 7 is here, and your fantasy football roster probably looks like a garage sale — some pieces you’re thrilled to have, others you’re desperately trying to unload, and at least one item you’re not sure why you ever thought was a good idea. The good news? There’s still time to flip that clutter into championship-caliber value. Our Featured Pros have assembled their top buy-low and sell-high recommendations to help you make the most of the trade window. Whether you’re eyeing a struggling star about to rebound or cashing out on a player playing over their head, these are the moves that can turn your season around.
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Players to Buy Low/Sell High in Week 7
Buy Low
Travis Etienne Jr. (RB – JAC)
“Travis Etienne is my buy-low candidate of the week. Over the last couple of weeks, he has put up underwhelming box scores that do not reflect his role as a true workhorse back in the Jags offense. He continues to command a large snap count and remains their undisputed lead back. The recent dip in production opens a brief window to trade for an RB with volume, a rare beast these days. Grab a bargain, go and get yourself a low-end RB1/high-end RB2 for the rest of the season at a cut price.”
– Luke Renton (The Franchise Tag UK)
Javonte Williams (RB – DAL)
“Javonte Williams had a disappointing week 6 with 29 yards rushing and 5 yards receiving in a game where Dallas put up 27 points! Many owners are still sleeping on him even though he is the RB4 in half-PPR this year. He has 3 top 4 or better finishes this year and is the lead back on a high-powered offense. Carolina has a decent run defense, which would explain the down Week 6. Grab Williams before he has the bounce back and his value increases. Offer owners down on him package deals that include players who had spike weeks and are soon to be in committees, like Rico Dowdle, or players filling in for an injured running back, including Kamani Vidal, Zonovan Knight “Bam”, or Rachaad White.”
– Adam Dove (The Fantasy Couriers)
Saquon Barkley (RB – PHI)
“My favorite fantasy football buy-low trade candidate heading into Week 7 is Saquon Barkley (RB-PHI). After his Week 6 Thursday night performance, many a fantasy league manager is regretting taking Barkley as high as they did in fantasy league drafts this year. He has been a top 17 RB in all six games this season. Philadelphia had to play from behind against the New York Giants in week 6, resulting in fewer rushing attempts. You can also inform your league trading partner that Barkley has an upcoming week 9 bye to help you sell the trade offer. I’d be willing to give up a 3rd or 4th round player that is currently exceeding their draft day value.”
– Jeff Boggis (Fantasy Football Empire)
Kenneth Walker III (RB – SEA)
“I’m probably alone here, but I’m targeting Kenneth Walker III in trades this week. Walker has had a rough few weeks since finishing as RB9 and RB10 in Weeks 2 and 3. He’s finished outside the top 24 RBs every week since, but he’s still getting double-digit carries. He’s just not finding the end zone, which limits his scoring. It’s only a matter of time until that changes, but current managers might be frustrated by his lackluster performance. I’d try to send a bench WR for him to see if I can add an RB to my roster as we head down the stretch and injuries start piling up more than they already are.”
– Andrew Hall (FantasyPros)
Jacory Croskey-Merritt (RB – WAS)
“Any team looking for RB help headed into Week 7 should be looking at BILL (Croskey-Merritt). It wasn’t amazing this week for him against a Bears defense he really should have taken advantage of, but the signs are there that it is full go for Bill. Those who wanted to see the usage continue after his Week 5 breakout, well, you got it. Bill gathered 17 carries, with Jeremy McNichols being the only other running back to register any carries for Washington (2). On top of that, the Commanders face a Cowboys defense next that, quite frankly, can’t stop a nose bleed. If D’Andre Swift, who scored in the Bears’ win over Washington, or either Seattle RB through name value can be used to acquire Bill Croskey-Merritt, do it.”
– Ed Birdsall (Talking Points Sports)
Isiah Pacheco (RB – KC)
“Alright, I FINALLY know what I want to do with Isiah Pacheco. And that’s buy. No doubt it’s been tough sledding for the Chiefs’ backfield. But Pacheco has looked good the last few weeks. The snap share also continues to climb. 77% in Week 6 (season-high in carries at 12), after a season-high number in Week 5. It’s trending all the way up for Pacheco. Per Next Gen Stats, he had four rushes of 15-plus yards vs Detroit. He had four combined leading up to Week 6. Pacheco also had three targets to Hunt’s one (Brashard Smith drew 4). More importantly, the Chiefs RB had four red-zone carries to Hunt’s one. Hunt had just five routes to Pacheco’s 19 (50%). If the Chiefs offense turns back into a fantasy wagon…I think dumpster diving for Pacheco is a sharp move to make—top-10 ROS schedule for RBs per the FP SOS tool. Trade a bench WR like Jakobi Meyers or an RB such as Tony Pollard for Pacheco.”
– Andrew Erickson (FantasyPros)
Sell High
Rico Dowdle (RB – CAR)
“Rico Dowdle is on fire! In the last two weeks, he has run for 206 and 183 yards!! Do remember that those games were against the Miami Dolphins and Dallas Cowboys, two of the worst teams against the run. Regardless of how well Dowdle has played, Chubba Hubbard, who was having a pretty good season himself and just signed a big contract, will be returning soon. I do not expect Dowdle to disappear, but I can see this backfield becoming a 50/50 split or even playing the hot hand each game, which could change week to week depending on who has the open hole on an early drive. Rico Dowdle’s value will not be higher than it is now. Trade him for running backs who people are lower on, but have the backfield to themself like Derek Henry (maybe too late), Jacory Croskey-Merritt, Javonte Williams, or plan ahead by trading for an injured back like Bucky Irving, who should be back soon.”
– Adam Dove (The Fantasy Couriers)
“Easily, EASILY, Rico Dowdle. In the last two weeks combined, Dowdle has had 53 carries for 389 yards and two total scores. It is a nice story, absolutely, but the reality is Chuba Hubbard will be back for Carolina soon. Will the return of Hubbard make things messy in the Carolina backfield? Absolutely. Carolina PAID Chuba Hubbard last season, so any thought of Dowdle coming in and becoming the new number one back is ridiculous, at best. If Dowdle could be packaged to acquire a Mike Evans, who will be returning this week, or a Derrick Henry, who is on bye, go for it and cash in.”
– Ed Birdsall (Talking Points Sports)
Quinshon Judkins (RB – CLE)
“Everyone loves a workhorse running back. Personally, I prefer workhorses who play in good offenses. That’s not really the case with rookie Quinshon Judkins, who’s been terrific despite playing for the punchless Browns. Judkins’ early-season magic could dissipate over time. After averaging 5.5 yards per carry in his first two games, Judkins has averaged a more modest 4.1 yards per carry over his last three. Judkins had eight catches in his first three games; he’s had one catch in his last two games, on three targets. And of course, the touchdown outlook is somewhat grim for a running back playing for a team that has scored eight touchdowns in its first five games. If I had adequate RB depth, I’d be willing to trade Judkins for Brian Thomas Jr., Courtland Sutton, or, if I were in rough shape at tight end, Tyler Warren.”
– Pat Fitzmaurice (FantasyPros)
Kimani Vidal (RB – LAC)
“My favorite sell-high candidate after Week 6 is Kimani Vidal (RB-LAC). This is because of several reasons. The first is his Week 6 performance, where he finished with 124 rushing yards, 14 receiving yards, and 1 TD. He’s unlikely to approach these stats again this season. The second is that Miami had allowed the most rushing yards per game, even before its week 6 matchup. He’s going to face tougher opponents in the next three weeks, such as Indianapolis, Minnesota, and Tennessee. The third is that Hassan Haskins can become the hot hand and, at the very least, become a running back by committee with Kimani Vidal. And fourth is that Omarion Hampton could return from the IR as early as week 10, which would force Vidal as nothing more than a bench player on your fantasy roster. I’d even try to get Omarion Hampton in return in a trade of Kimani Vidal!”
– Jeff Boggis (Fantasy Football Empire)
Cam Skattebo (RB – NYG)
“Cam Skattebo has played well since Tyrone Tracy Jr. suffered a shoulder injury in Week 3, averaging 17.3 rushing attempts for 74 yards, a touchdown, and 20.6 PPR fantasy points per game. The rookie had a three-touchdown performance on Thursday night that likely won many fantasy players their Week 6 matchup. While fantasy players shouldn’t force a team, they should explore sell-high trade offers for the former Arizona State star. Skattebo has averaged 4.29 yards per rushing attempt over the past month, including 3.96 before the Week 6 matchup. Furthermore, Tracy only played 32% of the snaps last week, coming off the injury, getting only four touches. He should see more work the further he gets past the injury. As crazy as it might sound, I would happily trade away Skattebo to land Saquon Barkley or Bucky Irving.”
– Mike Fanelli (FantasyPros)
“I’m shopping who? Cam Skattebo, that’s who. I love what he’s done for the Giants, but after that three-touchdown game against Philly, his value has never been higher. He’s got a trip to Denver next, where teams average just 89 rushing yards per game. After that comes a rematch in Philly, likely against Jalen Carter. The Giants also face Green Bay and Detroit, both top-eight defenses in fewest fantasy points allowed to running backs. I’d trade Skattebo for Quinshon Judkins, or even Isiah Pacheco, whose schedule looks glorious. You could even get an extra piece on top.”
– Kyle Zeigler (Fantasy In Frames)
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