Trade High and Low: Players to Consider

Garrett Wilson, New York Jets, WR

Wilson has faced a couple of rough games for the Jets and is currently on a bye. This presents a great opportunity to acquire him from a team in need of starters. The concern about the Jets potentially checking out and Aaron Rodgers potentially shutting it down is somewhat mitigated. Rodgers still has a few games left in his career, and he'll likely play to the end and showcase his remaining magic. Wilson has seen 14 targets in his last two games and is averaging even more over the season. Despite being a bit boom-or-bust, he's a valuable asset in the playoffs when he'll face tough opponents like the Jaguars, Rams, and Bills.

Acquiring Wilson at a relatively low cost could pay off big in the postseason. His potential to make big plays and contribute to your fantasy team is undeniable.

Justin Jefferson, Minnesota Vikings, WR

It's somewhat surprising to have one of the best WRs in the NFL on this list, but that's the current situation. Jefferson has had a couple of underwhelming games recently, making just 11 catches for 139 yards with 0 TDs. However, this is likely just a temporary slump.

He's still seeing around 9 targets per game and is ranked third in the NFL in air yards. With games against relatively gettable secondaries like the Cardinals, Falcons, Packers (twice), and Seahawks still on the schedule, Jefferson is a must-have if possible. His talent and potential for big fantasy performances are too great to ignore.

AJ Brown, Philadelphia Eagles, WR

There's a theme emerging with highly-drafted WRs underperforming, and Brown is no exception. He hasn't caught a TD in four weeks and has struggled to reach 14 points in most of those weeks. The issue lies partly with the Eagles' offensive line, which is better at run blocking than pass blocking.

Saquon Barkley's sensational season also poses a challenge. However, getting Brown at a discount is a win. The Eagles still play some soft secondaries down the stretch, including the Ravens, Panthers, Commanders, and Cowboys. There's a good chance Brown can break out and start delivering the fantasy points he's capable of.

Terry McLaurin, Washington Commanders, WR

McLaurin's performance is closely tied to his quarterback. Since injuring his ribs against the Panthers, the quarterback's play has declined. In his last three games, the passing yardage has dropped, and his completion percentage has suffered.

McLaurin had his worst outing of the season with just 1 catch for 10 yards. While he has been consistent over the previous eight weeks, the recent struggles are a cause for concern. If you're considering McLaurin, you need to assess the quarterback's performance and whether it's likely to improve.

D’Andre Swift, Chicago Bears, RB

Selling an RB1 in a year where RBs are scarce is never easy, but there are some red flags for Swift. In Shane Waldron's first game as Bears offensive coordinator, backup Roschon Johnson saw more snaps and routes than Swift. Swift also had fewer touches inside the 10-yard line.

Last week, Swift had a nice 39-yard TD run but was otherwise held to 42 rushing yards on 13 carries, averaging just 3.2 yards per attempt. If the Bears continue to give Johnson more playing time, Swift's value could take a significant hit.

Kareem Hunt, Kansas City Chiefs, RB

I highlighted Hunt last week, and it didn't turn out well as he had only 60 rushing yards and 0 TDs. Now, Isiah Pachecho is expected to return from IR and will cut into Hunt's playing time.

Hunt is averaging just 3.7 yards per rush on the year and has been heavily reliant on TDs to boost his fantasy numbers. Pachecho has shown reliability in short-yardage situations, and there's a chance Hunt will still get some goal-line opportunities. But starting Hunt for the rest of the season is a risky move, so it's best to trade him for a more reliable option.