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?
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)
Sell High
Who is your favorite sell-high candidate after Week 8 and why? Also, who would you try to get in return?
RJ Harvey (RB – DEN)
“RJ Harvey’s three-touchdown game has everyone talking around the water cooler. Don’t let the noise fool you. Nothing has changed in Sean Payton’s offense. J.K. Dobbins still leads the backfield, handling 54.5% of rushing attempts to Harvey’s 20%. Harvey has a slight route edge, 77 to Dobbins’ 64, but Badie mixes in 55 routes. If you can stomach a short wait, consider moving Harvey for Trey Benson, expected back from IR in Week 10. You could also target Kenneth Walker or Jordan Mason, who offer more volume.”
– Kyle Zeigler (Fantasy In Frames)
Jonathan Taylor (RB – IND)
“I’d love to sell high on Jonathan Taylor after his third RB1 weekly finish this season. No one is higher in value than Taylor right now, regardless of the format. If I can move him for a player like Jahmyr Gibbs or James Cook with an additional bench piece thrown in, I’m probably doing that. Keep in mind, Taylor has a Week 11 bye, but Gibbs and Cook have already had their bye, making them more likely to gain on Taylor’s season-long point total. Adding a depth piece without tiering down is a great idea for someone like Taylor as we head into the stretch.”
– Andrew Hall (FantasyPros)
Kimani Vidal (RB – LAC)
“Kimani Vidal absolutely destroyed the Minnesota Vikings in Week 8 with 117 yards and a touchdown on 23 carries. He came into the season as an afterthought when the Chargers drafted Omarion Hampton. When Hampton went down, many owners thought Hassan Haskins would take over the lead back role, but Vidal did, and, in that time, he has two weeks of 117+ yards rushing! Hampton will return soon, greatly decreasing Vidal’s value, although he has probably earned himself some sort of committee role. Trade him while his value is high. Try to get a running back who has the backfield to themselves, possibly Javonte Williams, who is still being disrespected/undervalued by many owners, or a running back who should step back into a lead role on his team like Aaron Jones, who just returned from IR and will resume the RB1 role in Minnesota.”
– Adam Dove (The Fantasy Couriers)
Tyrone Tracy Jr. (RB – NYG)
“My favorite sell-high candidate after week 8 is Tyrone Tracy Jr. (RB-NYG). First and foremost, I am a huge Cam Skattebo fan. I loved watching him in college at Arizona State, and I loved watching him build into a top rookie of the year candidate. That being said, Tyrone Tracy Jr.‘s stock is at an all-time high, especially to any fantasy football league manager who had to drop Cam Skattebo this week. Even if Tyrone Tracy Jr. is on your waiver wire, pick him up and try to work out a trade with that league manager. Even with Tyrone Tracy Jr. stepping back into the starting role, I don’t see him as anything more than a weekly flex play. Trade him away now while you can get the most value in return from him.”
– Jeff Boggis (Fantasy Football Empire)
Travis Etienne Jr. (RB – JAC)
“Travis Etienne was bottled up for the third straight game vs the Rams back in Week 7. 8 for 44 yards on just 54% of the snaps. Been talking about his fall off in efficiency, tough schedule, and potential for a healthy Bhayshul Tuten to seize a larger role. Tuten has been on the IR with a shoulder all year, something that might not hinder him coming out of the bye week. All of these things are starting to become very apparent for Etienne’s fantasy value. Remains a sell with the Jags coming off their bye week. Flip Etienne for DeVonta Smith, Stefon Diggs, Tetairoa McMillan, or Jaylen Warren.”
– Andrew Erickson (FantasyPros)
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