Week 2 Fantasy Football Trade Targets

Alright, it’s time to tighten up those fantasy GM hats. As we head into Week 2, you should always be on the hunt for a good trade. So we have another article for you with a few fantasy football trade targets. Remember, if you aren’t trading, you aren’t trying. Keep in mind, it’s still early in the fantasy season. You may want to give your team another week or two before you jump out there and make a deal for a player. Remember, fantasy values change during the season. Players’ fantasy value goes up and down every single week. A popular player who’s had a couple of bad games can be had at a discount. That could be the time to strike and add them to your roster for a much smaller price.

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Week 2 Trade Targets

Bhayshul Tuten – RB, JAX

The Jaguars running back was among the many players hyped this offseason. One major concern for Tuten was the possibility of him splitting work with Chris Rodriguez in the backfield. But that was put to rest in Week 1. We saw Tuten outcarry Rodriguez 17 to 6. The unfortunate part is that the performance didn’t lead to many fantasy points for Tuten, as he finished with just 9.8 fantasy points. However, this should make Tuten an appealing trade target if your roster needs a running back, even for depth. The volume on the ground should draw attention to the savvy fantasy manager, while the low fantasy performance may encourage the owner to make a hasty decision. Get in on the low value and send an offer just good enough that the Tuten owner won’t want to pass it up.

Saquon Barkley – RB, PHI

Eagles running back Saquon Barkley is another running back who had a low fantasy performance in Week 1. Barkley finished Week 1 as the RB31 with just nine fantasy points. The Eagles’ offensive line couldn’t get it right, which held Barkley in check. Barkley averaged 5.5 yards per attempt on 15 carries for 83 yards against the Washington Commanders. Now the Eagles will be without guard Landon Dickerson for the next four games. This could be a perfect opportunity to pounce on Barkley while his stock is a little low. Test the waters and see if the Barkley owner wants to make a move.

Omarion Hampton – RB, LAC

Pulling Omarion Hampton away from the manager might be tough. Hampton was a high draft pick during fantasy draft season. Hampton also scored a touchdown against the Arizona Cardinals in Week 1. But his workload was on the lighter side, and he didn’t see much in the passing game. So why trade for Hampton? Hampton’s involvement in the passing game could change this week with injuries to Ladd McConkey’s ribs. The Chargers will be down a major offensive piece if he can’t go in Week 2. Hampton finished with 43 yards on 12 carries against the Cardinals. Fantasy managers will want those numbers to increase. This kind of deal may require you to put your “best foot forward” if you’re looking to add this high-caliber player to your fantasy roster.

Jadarian Price – RB, SEA

It’s worth noting that Jadarian Price didn’t see much action during the preseason. So the Seahawks coaching staff has decided to bring him along without putting too much on the rookie’s plate. But the rookie showed, against a tough Patriots team, that he can handle the work and be productive. Price outperformed George Holani in Week 1, rushing for 52 yards to Holani’s 29. Price averaged 5.2 yards per attempt, beating out Holani’s 3.6 yards per attempt. As a result, the Seahawks coaching staff has acknowledged that Price has earned more work. How much more remains to be seen. Fantasy managers with Price on the roster but sitting at 0-1 to start the season may feel some angst. If you’re getting those vibes, now is the time to press the issue before Price gets more work and becomes a real threat in the Seahawks backfield. Price is already a level ahead of George Holani, and Zach Charbonnet could be fighting for a roster spot even after he returns.

Rashee Rice – WR, KC

Rashee Rice was a footnote in a game that featured the Kansas City Chiefs offense showcasing its rushing attack with new Chief Kenneth Walker. Rice did score a touchdown, but he still finished with just 19 yards on two receptions. Just nine fantasy points for Week 1. That isn’t what fantasy managers want. But overreactions can be good, and that’s what we’re going for here. Rice is still the number one receiver for the Chiefs, and there will be other games where they feature the passing attack. Getting Rice at a low price as the WR36 is perfect for a buy-low target. “Buyer’s remorse” is what we’re playing at with this target. Some felt that Rice was washed after returning from offseason knee surgery. Smarter fantasy managers may just see it as football rust. You are the smarter fantasy manager.

Tee Higgins – WR, CIN

One thing a lot of fantasy managers didn’t see coming was the underutilization of both Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins. Higgins, the target, left Week 1 as the WR42 with just 8.9 fantasy points. Higgins saw six targets against Tampa Bay, but only caught three passes for 59 yards. We know that the Bengals’ passing game is much deadlier than that. Higgins is a buy-low target that may require some sweet-talking and a good offer to get away from a fantasy manager who has him. Search for weaknesses on their roster. Maybe it’s lack of depth. Maybe they have an injury at a different position that they need filled. Aim in those directions to seal the deal in order to get Higgins.

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Rome Odunze – WR, CHI

Rome Odunze dealt with a calf injury he picked up during practice before Week 1’s game against the Detroit Lions. Once he played, he seemed more of a decoy than a guy playing at 100%. Because of his minimal usage, Odunze finished as the WR55 with 7.2 fantasy points. The Bears put up 59 points on the Lions. Odunze is a WR1 who still seemed limited by the injury. With no injury designations so far during practice heading into Week 2, his involvement in the offense is likely to go up. Odunze is a trade target I like the most because Ben Johnson wants to score a lot of points, which means more opportunity for Rome Odunze to be in on the action. Make Odunze a priority trade target for fantasy this week.

DK Metcalf – WR, PIT

With the kind of target share DK Metcalf received in Week 1, he should have had a better game. Metcalf led all Steelers receivers with 10 targets against the Atlanta Falcons. But Metcalf finished the game with just 40 receiving yards, eight fantasy points, and just four receptions. Despite this low performance, Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers has stated that he wants to keep sending targets Metcalf’s way. I mean, it makes sense considering how much they spent to get him to the Steelers and that new contract. Metcalf will continue to be the focal point of the Steelers’ passing attack. The volume is also hard to pass up. If the Metcalf manager is down on him, send them an offer that would make them forget about Metcalf.

Mark Andrews – TE, BAL

Mark Andrews is in a unique situation heading into Week 2. Zay Flowers is dealing with a hamstring injury and has been unable to practice. Rookie stud receiver Ja’Kobi Lane is on injured reserve with a wrist injury, putting him out of commission. This could mean more targets for Andrews as the top option for Lamar Jackson until Zay Flowers returns. Andrews saw six targets in Week 1. He caught four passes for 49 yards. You may not need a tight end, but if you’re looking to upgrade, Andrews should be under consideration. Even more if Flowers can’t go this week.

Hunter Henry – TE, NE

Mark Andrews and Hunter Henry are in a similar boat. The difference between the two is that the Patriots could be without wide receiver AJ Brown for nearly six weeks. Sure, Romeo Doubs is around, but we all saw how that worked out for him after Brown went down against Seattle. Henry could also see an increase in targets without a true number one receiver on the field to take targets away. Henry saw just three targets in Week 1 and ceded a goal-line target to a rookie tight end. There is some risk because the Patriots would rather run the ball, and TreVeyon Henderson is expected to play in Week 2. That could take the few precious targets away from Henry and put them in the Patriots’ backfield. This trade target comes with some risk, so think carefully if you decide to move on this one. The opportunity for more work is there for Henry, but the Patriots have to get him the ball.

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