It’s Week 9, and the fantasy football panic meter is officially red-lining. The trade deadline is creeping closer, injuries are stacking up, and suddenly that “depth” you felt good about three weeks ago looks like a pile of waiver wire fliers. Don’t worry—we’ve all been there. To help you steady the ship (or make that bold move you’ve been avoiding), our Featured Pros have weighed in on the best Buy Low and Sell High candidates for Week 9. Whether you’re clinging to playoff hope or plotting for the top seed, this is the week to make your move before it’s too late.
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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?
Tee Higgins (WR – CIN)
“Forget the poor Week 8, it’s just a mirage. My buy-low target of the week is Tee Higgins, and the window is closing fast. His true usage was evident the week before when he saw 10 targets from gunslinging QB Joe Flacco, who has turned the Bengals back into a pass-heavy machine. Higgins is an elite talent being valued like a bench warmer due to early-season woes. Pounce now, he will guaranTEE you a big return!”
– Luke Renton (The Franchise Tag UK)
Joe Flacco (QB – CIN)
“Unfortunately, the Bengals’ playoff chances took a massive hit with their loss to the New York Jets on Sunday. However, Joe Flacco has been outstanding since getting traded to Cincinnati, averaging 261.3 passing yards, 2.3 touchdowns, and 23 fantasy points per game, totaling 18.8 or more in every contest, including over 24.2 in back-to-back contests. More importantly, the veteran quarterback has a fantasy-friendly upcoming schedule, including matchups against the Cleveland Browns and Pittsburgh Steelers over the next three weeks. Furthermore, Flacco has three excellent matchups during the fantasy playoffs, facing the Baltimore Ravens, Miami Dolphins, and Arizona Cardinals. I would happily sell high on C.J. Stroud, Tua Tagovailoa, or Justin Fields to land Flacco.”
– Mike Fanelli (FantasyPros)
Derrick Henry (RB – BAL)
“I’ve said it before, and I’ll say it again: Get Derrick Henry on your fantasy team. After a rough start to the season, he has now racked up double-digit fantasy points in each of the last two weeks. This week, he faces one of the worst rushing defenses in the league in the Miami Dolphins, and quarterback Lamar Jackson will likely be back, opening up more running lanes for him. Truly, do whatever you can to get him on your team; he can be a league winner come playoff time.”
– Trevor Land (FlurrySports)
Chase Brown (RB – CIN)
“What can Brown do for you? Fantasy managers are starting to find out. From Weeks 1-5, Chase Brown averaged just 2.4 yards per carry with eight missed tackles forced and no explosive runs. Since Joe Flacco‘s arrival, his YPC has skyrocketed to 6.9, with 74.3 yards per game, including 86 yards coming on explosive runs. If your league mate thinks it’s a fluke, float an offer for Travis Etienne, David Montgomery, or even a WR like Jaylen Waddle. Brown’s end-of-season schedule adds even more motivation to buy. He faces Baltimore twice, plus Buffalo and Miami, all friendly matchups for running backs.”
– Kyle Zeigler (Fantasy In Frames)
“Chase Brown’s market value is starting to perk up again after being in the tank for weeks. But the market probably won’t catch up to Brown’s actual value. Yes, Brown is losing some snaps and touches to Samaje Perine, but last season’s 90%-plus snap and carry shares were never sustainable anyway. The good news is that Joe Flacco has reinvigorated the Bengals’ offense, and Brown has an ultra-favorable schedule the rest of the way. FantasyPros’ Strength of Schedule tool gives Brown’s remaining schedule a five-star rating. If anyone is betting on a Brian Thomas Jr. rebound, I’d happily trade BTJ to get Chase Brown. I’d also be willing to give up DeVonta Smith, Marvin Harrison Jr., or Deebo Samuel for Brown.”
– Pat Fitzmaurice (FantasyPros)
Jordan Love (QB – GB)
“Perhaps the ship sailed on Sunday night vs. Pittsburgh, but it seems there was (and may still be in your league) a chance to pick up Jordan Love on the cheap. He returned Christian Watson to the mix and clearly has a bevy of weapons at his disposal. Balance with Josh Jacobs and a strong defense offers a potential monster second half. I’ll look to owners depleted at RB and sell hope with a player like Ashton Jeanty or to the WR position and past fantasy hero Nico Collins.”
– Mike Harmon (Swollen Dome)
Caleb Williams (QB – CHI)
“Call me crazy, but I’m buying low on Caleb Williams if I need QB depth. He might hit waivers in 1QB leagues, so I’m keeping an eye there, but in Superflex leagues, he’s definitely rostered. This means you’ll have to trade for him. Whatever position you’re strongest at is the best place to start. I would try to send a flex candidate for him to start with, pushing the idea that at least you’ll start a player like Chris Olave or Keenan Allen while Williams struggles on your bench. If they’re through the bye week hell, they might be interested in moving Williams for cheap, given his recent struggles.”
– Andrew Hall (FantasyPros)
Jake Ferguson (TE – DAL)
“Jake Ferguson was having a stellar fantasy season until week 8, when the Denver Broncos held him to 0 catches on one target. On the year, he is TE5 (scoring dependent), and that is with a 0 point week! He has been a TE1 every week since week 2, including five top 5 tight end finishes! Denver has a top NFL defense that kept Ferguson in check. He will continue his rise to the top in week 9 against a subpar Arizona Cardinals defense. Savy owners should strike while teams are reeling from the 0 pt week and trade for Ferguson by offering players who aren’t consistent or who have inconsistent quarterback play like Mason Taylor, David Njoku, or Kyle Pitts.”
– Adam Dove (The Fantasy Couriers)
Kayshon Boutte (WR – NE)
“Kayshon Boutte (WR-NE) is my favorite buy-low trade candidate heading into week 9. After a slow start in his first 5 weeks of the season, Boutte has been big with 3 weeks in a row of finishing in the wide receiver top 20 rankings. He’s a WR2 with WR1 upside on a weekly basis going forward. Tell your league manager that Boutte still has his toughest matchup of the season in week 13 against the New York Giants and a week 14 bye. The rest of the season, including the playoffs, is neutral to favorable for Boutte to blow up on any given week. I’d be willing to give up any of my favorite sell-high candidates.”
– Jeff Boggis (Fantasy Football Empire)
Mark Andrews (TE – BAL)
“The Ravens HAVE to get going, and with Lamar Jackson back this week, that can only mean better things coming for Mark Andrews. His value is in the toilet right now, with even some managers going as far as to drop him outright. The connection Andrews has with Jackson will be vital if Baltimore has any hopes of turning things around, and let’s not forget about where we were a year ago. Andrews had 4 TDs going into Week 9 of last year, only for him to go on a run of TDs in 7 of 8 games from Weeks 10-18 to end the year. Andrews should cost almost nothing to acquire right now, and for teams looking for TE help, Andrews would be a great guy to bet on to bring stability to that position.”
– Ed Birdsall (Talking Points Sports)
Emeka Egbuka (WR – TB)
” The Bucs’ leading target in Week 8 was Emeka Egbuka, who drew a team-high nine targets, catching three passes for 35 yards. Down game for the rookie, but the usage was solid again for a second straight game. 58% air yards share and a 38% target share (67 incomplete air yards) to go with two more end-zone targets. It’s ironic that finally Egbuka is getting alpha usage, but the production has been lackluster. When Egbuka started the year, he was overproducing based on a subpar role. Either way…you want to go aggressively after Egbuka in his bye week. 10-plus targets per game over the last two weeks. Four end zone targets. Over 180 incomplete air yards. Remember…Egbuka hurt his hamstring two weeks ago and almost didn’t play versus the Lions. After the bye week, he should be closer to full go. Managers with a strong record should be looking to buy Buccaneers on the injury discount. Weeks 16-17: Panthers/Dolphins. ROS? Top-10 schedule for WRs, RBs, and QBs. Flip Breece Hall for Egbuka.”
– Andrew Erickson (FantasyPros)
Jaylin Noel (WR – HOU)
“Jaylin Noel is on the cusp of breaking out. Over the last two weeks, he has had 13 targets, nine receptions, and 140 yards. What’s arguably more important is that he has done this while playing only limited snaps. Having yet to play 50% of snaps. Being targeted on 15.4% of his snaps (per r/DynastyFF), he is clearly a priority when he is on the field. Unfortunately, the Texans insist on playing their veterans on the majority of steps. We have heard their coaches say how they want to get Noel more involved, and if they do, he could become a league-winning piece down the stretch. I would be willing to move veterans with limited upside for him, such as DJ. Moore or Alvin Kamara.”
– Ellis Johnson (FantasyPros)
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