It’s Week 6, and by now, fantasy football managers have either found their rhythm or are quietly pretending that 1-4 is “just bad luck.” The waiver wire is thinning, trade deadlines are creeping closer, and every decision feels like the hinge between playoff glory and another “next year” speech. That’s where our Featured Pros come in — here to help you spot the buy-low gems and sell-high mirages before your league mates do. Let’s dive into who’s trending the wrong way (and why that’s a good thing) — and which players’ stats might be about to come crashing down.
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Players to Buy Low & Sell High in Week 6
Buy Low
Who is your favorite buy-low trade candidate heading into Week 6 and why? Also, who are you willing to give up for him?
Quentin Johnston (WR – LAC)
“Quentin Johnston started the season on fire and came back to earth in Week 5 against a Washington team that was excited to get their leader back and rolled the Chargers. Johnston has scored in three out of five games this year and has had over 10 targets in Weeks 3 and 4. The Chargers’ passing game had a rough week, which could help owners upgrade their wide receivers by trading with an owner who was disappointed this week. Offer a player coming off a hot week, like Rashid Shaheed, and enjoy the bounce-back in Week 6 against a putrid Miami defense.”
– Adam Dove (The Fantasy Couriers)
Alvin Kamara (RB – NO)
“Alvin Kamara is a risky player who can quickly become a league winner. This season, Kamara has shown that he is still an effective NFL back with incredible contact balance. However, the Saints are in no position to have the veteran as their lead back. All reports are that teams are asking about Kamara, and the Saints’ increased usage of Kendre Miller seemingly confirms it. If Kamara gets moved, it’ll be to a contender. Notable contending teams that could use a running back upgrade include the Chiefs, Bears and Chargers. If you have a winning record and are confident in your team, Kamara is a player who could become a league winner overnight. I’d be willing to move a player like Tony Pollard, Cam Skattebo or J.K. Dobbins for him.”
– Ellis Johnson (FantasyPros)
Sell High
Who is your favorite sell-high candidate after Week 6 and why? Also, who would you try to get in return?
Alvin Kamara (RB – NO)
“Alvin Kamara is averaging 3.9 yards per carry, has scored one touchdown, and hasn’t given us his usual level of pass-catching production (17-77-0 on 21 targets). That doesn’t sound like a sell-high candidate, does it? Well, Kamara is still regarded as the lead back in New Orleans, but the Saints have been ramping up Kendre Miller‘s usage, and this seems to be moving toward a two-headed backfield. Kamara’s value could fall further. If you have the running back depth to spare, it might be worth dealing Kamara to a running back-needy team in exchange for an underachieving receiver such as Ladd McConkey or Jakobi Meyers.”
– Pat Fitzmaurice (FantasyPros)
Kyren Williams (RB – LAR)
“Who knew that Kyren Williams is a fire dancer? The veteran back has been playing with fire and has managed to avoid any serious burns. The Rams have had a few tough losses this season, but have shown enough to confirm they are Super Bowl contenders. Currently, the RB8 on the season, Williams has been a huge part of their success. However, we have started to see Blake Corum be more involved. Last week, Corum benched himself after fumbling, leading to Williams playing a season-high 91% of the snaps. Corum should return to his role immediately and eat into Williams’ snaps. This week, he faces the Ravens in a great matchup. I expect he’ll string together another great performance, inflating his value and providing the chance to cash out for a top piece returning from injury, such as CeeDee Lamb or George Kittle.”
– Ellis Johnson (FantasyPros)
The Jaylen Waddle Debate
Occasionally, our Featured Pros disagree on what to do with one player. In this case, we present both of their arguments and let you decide for yourself which side you’re on.
Buy
“I think Jaylen Waddle absolutely has the profile of a buy-low candidate right now, especially in the wake of some recent underwhelming production and changing circumstances. Even in a down stretch, Waddle is still seeing targets. He has been involved in the Dolphins’ receiving game despite Miami’s struggles. Waddle has posted 1,000+ yard seasons before, and when the Dolphins’ offense is clicking, he has proven to be a high-level WR2/target monster. If the offense stabilizes, he has room to rebound. If I were trying to buy Waddle, I would offer a mid-tier WR2/WR3 + a bench asset. Or a back-end RB2/Flex + a lesser receiver. Happy trading.”
– Jeff Boggis (Fantasy Football Empire)
Sell
“My favorite sell-high candidate is Jaylen Waddle. With Tyreek Hill injured, many are assuming Waddle will be a target vulture, but that’s not going to happen. His highest reception total in a game so far is six, and he needs touchdowns to even provide WR2 quality weeks. With Waddle likely to see some touchdown regression, I’m looking to trade him for someone like Chris Olave, who has a safe floor and plenty of targets each week.”
– Trevor Land (FlurrySports)
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