Fantasy Football Dynasty Market: Week 8 Risers and Fallers

As we head into Week 8 of the NFL season, the dynasty market is starting to take shape. With 7 weeks of football behind us, we’re getting a clearer picture of which players are building sustainable success and which early-season performances may have been nothing more than a hot start. Young talents are beginning to break out and earn larger roles, while established veterans are seeing their dynasty values rise or fall based on their production. At the same time, slow starts and disappointing performances are opening the door for dynasty managers to take advantage of potential buy-low opportunities before the market shifts again.

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That’s where our Dynasty Fantasy Football Market Changes series comes into play. Each week, we examine players whose dynasty values are rising or falling and identify the best moves managers can make. Should you invest in a breakout player before his price climbs even higher? Is it time to cash out on a player whose value may have reached its peak? Or could a disappointing start create the perfect buy-low opportunity? We break down the market trends to help dynasty managers decide when to buy, sell, or hold.

Heading into Week 8, we’re breaking down five players whose dynasty values are on the move and what fantasy managers should consider doing next as we approach the middle of the fantasy football season.

Dynasty Football Market Risers & Fallers: Week 8

Trending Upward

Colston Loveland | TE

Second-year tight end Colston Loveland is rising back to where his value was prior to the start of the 2026 season. In the first 3 weeks, Loveland had just 5 receptions for 34 yards, but over the last 4 weeks, he has totaled 21 receptions for 210 yards and 2 touchdowns. Loveland is finally getting more opportunities in the offense, as his target share has increased from 8% to 22% over the last 4 weeks. He has also improved his YPRR and TPRR during that span. Getting Caleb Williams back should only continue to help Loveland’s dynasty value. If you bought him during his dip, you made out well, but acquiring him now is going to cost you. This isn’t one of those sell-high opportunities, as Loveland is a young, talented tight end who we simply had to wait a few more weeks for his second-year breakout to begin.

Braelon Allen | RB

Talk about a real boost in dynasty market value, as Braelon Allen has made his value a bit more complicated. Allen has been a young running back with minimal production and some upside traits, but he has never been able to put everything together until now. Since Breece Hall went down, Allen has ranked top 10 in explosive run percentage and yards after contact per attempt (YACO/ATT). He has also ranked top 20 in EPA and yards per carry. Allen is running well, creating big plays, and showing more explosiveness out of the backfield. We also saw in Week 7 that he can contribute more in the receiving game, finishing with 6 receptions for 30 yards. Allen will only be 23 years old when the NFL playoffs begin, so there is still plenty of long-term upside in his game.

You could look to sell high on him, especially to the Breece Hall manager, as Allen could revert to a backup role sooner rather than later. If you’re looking to maximize his current value, now could be the time to get something worthwhile in return. However, Allen is also someone I wouldn’t mind holding beyond the 2027 season, as he will still be under 25 years old and could eventually sign with another team for a bigger opportunity. His dynasty value is on the rise right now, and in this market, you need to consider capitalizing on that increase.

Michael Penix Jr. | QB

Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. is quietly rising in the dynasty market after a few 3-touchdown performances over the last few weeks. Penix, who is coming off a torn ACL from last season, seems to have finally hit his stride. Since his return, he ranks 4th in quarterback rating and 7th in the league with a 66.7% completion rate. Penix has some elite weapons surrounding him, which should make him an attractive option in dynasty leagues. His market value is slowly trending upward, but this could still be a buying window for contenders who need a reliable QB2. However, Penix comes with some red flags due to his injury history and lack of rushing upside, which could lead many dynasty managers to consider cashing out. Selling high might make the most sense in dynasty, as his injury history raises concerns about his long-term durability. If Penix suffers another significant injury, the Falcons could look to move on from him, something they nearly did this offseason before Tua Tagovailoa’s situation fell apart. Penix is playing well right now, but that doesn’t mean his long-term future is secure. His value is rising, and this could be the perfect opportunity to sell before the sun eventually sets on his dynasty market.

Trending Downward

Jaylen Waddle | WR

Veteran wide receiver Jaylen Waddle was supposed to have a resurgence in Denver after escaping Miami’s struggling passing offense. The Broncos rank 28th in time of possession and points per drive this season. Waddle ranks just 36th in target share, sitting under 20%, as he isn’t seeing the opportunities we expected from the team’s WR1. Waddle has also struggled in the advanced metrics, ranking outside the top 50 in YPRR. His aDOT remains low, which could be attributed to Bo Nix’s inability to consistently push the ball downfield. Waddle has surpassed 50 receiving yards just once this season and has a catch rate below 50%, while also accounting for 3 drops. The Broncos’ play-calling hasn’t helped either, as they rank 31st in explosive plays of 20-plus yards, limiting Waddle’s ability to make the big plays we’ve seen from him in previous seasons. Waddle will turn 28 next month, which doesn’t help his dynasty outlook, especially considering he has produced just 1 top-24 fantasy season over the last 4 years. His dynasty value is currently at a low point, so if you’re rebuilding and have held onto Waddle this long, it might be worth waiting for a big performance before considering a trade. For now, I’d hold and see if his value can rebound later this season or even into 2027 rather than selling him at his lowest point.

Daniel Jones | QB

Quarterback Daniel Jones has struggled to regain the production we saw in 2025 before his injury. Jones currently ranks outside the top 20 in completion percentage and quarterback rating, while being tied for the 2nd-most interceptions with 7. He has also recorded just 9 rushing attempts through 7 games. His advanced metrics haven’t been much better, ranking 27th in both CPOE and adjusted completion percentage. However, Jones is coming off a torn Achilles and has dealt with several injuries to his top pass catchers. Before his injury last season, Jones ranked 3rd in completion percentage and inside the top 10 in quarterback rating, showing he is capable of playing at a much higher level.

This is where the buying opportunity comes into play for dynasty contenders. Jones’ poor start and uncertain future have driven down his market value, making him an affordable QB3 with potential QB2 upside. The Colts have invested heavily in their current roster and lack a 2027 1st-round pick, making it difficult to find an immediate replacement. That gives Jones a realistic path to remaining the starter in 2027, especially if he improves with healthier weapons and another year removed from his Achilles injury. You’re not buying Jones expecting him to become a long-term dynasty cornerstone. You’re buying a potentially cheap starting quarterback whose value could rebound significantly if he regains his 2025 form. There is certainly risk involved, but at his current market price, Jones is worth targeting as a low-cost quarterback option for contending teams.

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