Dynasty Players to Trade for Now (2026 Fantasy Football)

The 2025 NFL Draft class had strengths and weaknesses at certain positions. The tight end group was widely viewed as a strong class, but few saw this kind of elite production. Tyler Warren, Harold Fannin Jr. and Colston Loveland all finished in the top 12 at the position in fantasy football scoring. However, the rookie wide receiver class lagged, as only Tetairoa McMillan surpassed 1,000 receiving yards. Here are a pair of second-year players that we’re aggressively trying to trade for in dynasty fantasy football leagues.

Dynasty Fantasy Football Players to Trade for Now

Ashton Jeanty (RB – LV)

Ashton Jeanty was the first running back drafted, going sixth overall. Naturally, he had massive expectations. He ran behind a poor offensive line, which was graded near the bottom of all 32 teams by Pro Football Focus (PFF). He still produced 1,300 scrimmage yards and averaged over 14 PPR fantasy points per game.

Jeanty brought his elusiveness from college into the NFL, forcing 46 missed tackles, seventh-most among all running backs. It shows that his production was driven by talent rather than situation.

The Raiders are expected to be active in free agency, given their salary-cap flexibility. If they can make some upgrades along the offensive line, Jeanty has a serious path to RB1 conversation in dynasty, alongside Bijan Robinson and Jahmyr Gibbs.

Colston Loveland (TE – CHI)

While he did finish behind fellow rookies Tyler Warren and Harold Fannin Jr. in fantasy scoring, Colston Loveland is my favorite long-term dynasty option of the bunch. Since Week 12, he led all rookie tight ends in targets and receptions, while averaging 54.9 receiving yards per game.

Loveland put up elite efficiency metrics, including 2.17 yards per route run and 0.27 targets per route run. If I were rostering tight ends like Jake Ferguson or Brenton Strange, I would be willing to add a mid- to late-second-round rookie pick to acquire Loveland. Just 21, Loveland is not only a top-five dynasty tight end but also carries TE1 overall upside.