As we approach the 2026 NFL Draft, it’s the perfect time to think about wide receivers to target through trade in dynasty fantasy football leagues. After all, teams can improve their offense in the draft, which could improve wide receiver value.
In this column, we’re going to zero in on wide receivers to target. These are players who are available at a nice value right now.
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Dynasty Fantasy Football Wide Receiver Trade Targets
Let’s take a look at five wideouts to trade for in dynasty leagues.
DeVonta Smith (WR – PHI)
DeVonta Smith is a great target right now in case the Eagles trade A.J. Brown. This would make Smith the clear-cut No. 1 WR for the Eagles. He has the talent to be a target hog, as he’s a clinical route runner who can make plays downfield and in the short to intermediate passing game.
The Eagles figure to have a more innovative passing game than what they had under Kevin Patullo’s lethargic offense. New offensive coordinator Sean Mannion was the quarterbacks coach in Green Bay. The former quarterback is a fast-riser through the coaching ranks, so I’m optimistic he’ll be an effective play-caller.
To that end, even if Brown isn’t traded, Smith is still a good target in dynasty leagues just for having a better play-caller.
Terry McLaurin (WR – WSH)
Terry McLaurin is coming off an injury-plagued season, but I’m all-in on a bounce-back. Aside from an improved roster and Jayden Daniels coming back healthy, the main reason to be optimistic is because of new offensive coordinator David Blough.
Like Mannion with the Eagles, Blough is a former quarterback who has shot through the coaching ranks. The Lions pursued Blough to be their new play-caller, but the Commanders decided to keep him. He’s going to be an aggressive play-caller who will make McLaurin the focal point of this passing game.
Coming off a down year and now entering his age-30 season, McLaurin comes at a nice discount in dynasty leagues.
Jauan Jennings (WR – FA)
Jauan Jennings is still unsigned, so the time to trade for him is now. There’s an outside chance he ends up in a favorable landing spot. For example, what if the Commanders decide not to wait for Brandon Aiyuk to be released and bring in Jennings instead?
That would put Jennings in a great spot as the No. 2 WR next to McLaurin. He can be a dependable possession receiver in this offense.
There’s not a ton of upside here, but Jennings can be a dependable bench receiver to use as a bye week fill-in. It’s unlikely he’ll cost a lot, considering he’s already 28 years old.
Adonai Mitchell (WR – NYJ)
Once traded to the Jets, Adonai Mitchell showed why so many in the fantasy community have been enamored with his separation skills, including a 100-yard game against the Falcons in Week 13.
Still only 23 years old, there’s a reasonable chance Mitchell is a late-bloomer who can become a viable No. 2 option next to Garrett Wilson. You also have to like that the Jets upgraded at quarterback with the addition of Geno Smith. For all of Smith’s faults, he’s still capable of running a functional offense. Give him a mulligan for last year, as the Raiders’ coaching situation was a dumpster fire.
If the Jets don’t use a Day 1 or Day 2 pick on a wide receiver, Mitchell’s value could rise, so trade for him before the draft.
Brandon Aiyuk (WR – SF)
Brandon Aiyuk will eventually be released by the 49ers. They’re just getting payback on him for refusing to play last season.
It feels inevitable that Aiyuk will end up with his best friend, Jayden Daniels, in Washington. While we have to temper expectations after such a long lay-off, Aiyuk has proven to be an elite talent when healthy.
Aiyuk would form a nice 1-2 punch with Terry McLaurin on the perimeter. Buy Aiyuk in case your leaguemates think he’ll never be the same. You may get him at a reduced price.
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