The Best WR & TE Trade Targets for the Fantasy Football Playoffs (Ep. 2315)

Eagles WR mentioned as injured veteran receiver that buyers may want to avoid; source suggests those tired of banking on injured veterans coming back should consider alternatives like Carnell Tate instead.

Mentioned as one of several young wide receivers who could potentially break out in the second half of the season, alongside Makai Levin, Casey Concepcion, Denzel Boston, and Jeremy Bernard. Source suggests there is appeal with rookie wide receivers and uncertainty about which will emerge.

Acquired by the source in a trade where he sent James Cook and Tedaroa to receive Bijon Robinson, Brian Robinson, and Makai Levin. The source saved this name for last in describing the deal, suggesting particular enthusiasm for acquiring Robinson for the playoff stretch.

Acquired by the source in a trade where he sent James Cook and Tedaroa to receive Brian Robinson, Makai Levin, and Bijon Robinson. The source's willingness to acquire Robinson suggests confidence in his playoff value.

Tennessee Titans QB posted one of his best NFL performances against Bengals in Week 8 with 300 passing yards (first time in NFL career), high EPA per dropback, and strong success rate; performance came without Carnell Tate, suggesting offensive capability independent of star receiver; source notes this may signal elevation of Ward's play and potential momentum into bye week for entire offense; strong playoff schedule ahead (Jaguars, Cowboys, Commanders, Lions, Colts, Raiders, Steelers, Houston) supports expectation of big games down the stretch.

Rookie WR for Tennessee Titans positioned for second-half breakout after missing Week 8 with shoulder injury; 22nd in target share (21%), top-12 in air yard share (37.2%), with five games north of 23% target share and only one below 14%; averaging eight targets per game over last six games played with 70+ receiving yards in three of last four games; Cam Ward posted one of his best NFL games (300 yards, high EPA per dropback) without Tate, suggesting offensive capability; Tate ranked WR27 in consensus rest-of-season rankings despite missing this potential breakout game; historically, top-10 rookie WRs out of bye weeks go nuclear; Tennessee's playoff schedule (Jaguars, Cowboys, Commanders, Lions, Colts, Raiders, Steelers, Houston) is strong except Week 17 Steelers matchup; source views this as buy-low opportunity disguised as buy-high due to missed game and ranking stagnation.

The source identifies Chase Brown as an interesting trade target in a potential swap for Ashton Jenti, suggesting Brown represents a reasonable value proposition in trade discussions.

Packers WR mentioned as co-elite receiver in Green Bay offense alongside Matthew Golden; source notes uncertainty about which weeks will be Watson weeks versus Golden weeks, assuming Watson stays healthy; this target competition is reason source prefers Luther Burden over Golden.

Bears TE mentioned as potential co-leader in targets with Luther Burden in recent game; source notes need to double-check target leadership between Loveland and Burden but indicates they tied for target share in past game; unclear if Loveland is viewed as team's number one.

Viewed as the Bears' number one tight end alongside Luther Burden; tied for target share in the most recent game, indicating a competitive role in the offense rather than a clear-cut lead.

The source suggests Swift as a potential trade target in exchange for Ashton Jenti, indicating Swift has sufficient value to justify acquiring Jenti off a roster, though the source expresses uncertainty about whether such a trade would actually be accepted.

The source lists Denzel Boston as one of the top Offensive Rookie of the Year contenders at plus 600 odds, tied with Casey Concepcion. The source notes that Boston was leading the pack at one point but has since fallen to the wayside as other receivers and running backs have had their moments.

Ranked only two spots ahead of the cluster of rookie wide receivers (Makai Levin, Casey Concepcion, Jeremy Bernard, Omar Cooper, Jordan Tyson) in rest-of-season ECR rankings. Grouped with other young receivers in the same tier, suggesting similar playoff outlook and uncertainty about which rookie will break out in the second half.

Eagles WR mentioned as injured veteran receiver that buyers may want to avoid; source notes Smith is coming back to a broken offense, making it risky to bank on his effectiveness upon return; presented as alternative to sell rather than buy.

The source mentions Fernando Mendoza as one of the Offensive Rookie of the Year contenders but notes that Mendoza has not even played yet, making him ineligible for current consideration in the award race.

Jets WR ranked near Luther Burden but source prefers Burden due to multiple mouths to feed in New York offense; source would rather have Burden than Wilson in trades.

Mentioned as a swing trade target with potential for increased usage going forward, though the source expresses uncertainty about whether that usage will materialize.

Steelers WR ranked higher than Carnell Tate but source suggests downgrading from Pickens to Tate; Pickens' vibes are very bad with only two catches in last game; emotionally feels worse than his WR20 season ranking; lacks big blowup games like last year when CD Lamb missed time; doesn't have contract with team; Dallas continues to lose games; Flournoy getting more playing time, raising rest-of-season concerns; source notes if trading Pickens away, would want to get Tate plus additional value.

The source ranks Pickens, Williams, and Rasheed Rice in rest-of-season rankings and identifies Pickens as the sell of the trio. The reasoning is that Pickens should be sold while the market is pricing him, with the source noting hesitation to buy him and preferring to sell both Pickens and JMo, ultimately landing on selling Pickens as the preferred action.

Panthers WR ranked higher than Carnell Tate but source suggests downgrading from Coker to Tate in trades; Coker scored TD in last game but Panthers schedule rest of season is significantly tougher than Tennessee's; Coker must compete with T-Mac as alpha WR in offense, whereas Tate has minimal target competition; source views this as easy trade flip to make if selling Coker.

Traded away by the source in a deal where he sent James Cook and Tedaroa (identified as a sell receiver) to acquire Makai Levin, Brian Robinson, and Bijon Robinson. The trade suggests the source was willing to move on from Cook in favor of other assets for the playoff stretch.

The source notes that Jeremiah Love, who was one of the heavily favored Offensive Rookie of the Year candidates, has injured his third ankle, removing him from contention.

The source notes that Jonah Coleman's Offensive Rookie of the Year odds have moved dramatically from approximately plus 8,000 two weeks ago to plus 550 currently, following a strong recent performance. The source suggests Coleman could easily get tripped up by the Broncos and that the Browns running backs may cannibalize each other, but acknowledges Coleman is in the top tier of OROY contenders.

The source identifies Tyson as the hold of the McConkey/Dunze/Tyson trio. Tyson is a talented receiver who has not played yet and could practice Wednesday, with Saints status not yet determined. The source notes that if Tyson comes back fully healthy, he could be really good in the second half of the season. The source also discusses Tyson's Offensive Rookie of the Year odds at plus 4,000, noting that if Tyson comes in his first game back with 100 yards and two touchdowns, those odds would flip and he'd be in the top five conversation. The hold reflects wanting to see him play before making a move.

Ranked in the rookie wide receiver cluster in rest-of-season rankings alongside Casey Concepcion, Jeremy Bernard, Omar Cooper, and Makai Levin. Source identifies him as one of several young receivers who could potentially break out in the second half of the season.

Vikings WR mentioned in context of source considering straight-up trade to get Luther Burden; source notes questions in Vikings offense as reason to potentially move Jefferson for Burden.

The source identifies McConkey as the easy sell of the McConkey/Dunze/Tyson trio. Despite a box score showing four catches for 86 yards, 54 of those yards came on a Hail Mary at the end of the first half that didn't result in points due to typical Chargers dysfunction. The source calls the box score 'Fugazi, fake' and advises to get him off rosters, noting there is no hope for the Chargers offense. McConkey has not had a touchdown since week one and is ranked WR32.

Chiefs WR is source's buy this week despite jumping five spots in rest-of-season rankings, reducing value gap; ranked WR16 but source believes still too low; last three weeks in half-PPR: WR16, WR6, WR10 showing recent production surge; had slow start due to early-season QB issues and August groin injury; recent line: 8 for 95 three weeks ago, 4 for 130 and TD last week, 7 for 56 and TD this week; faces Tampa Bay this week (wants you to throw); Bears schedule rest of season is phenomenal (New Orleans, Detroit, Jacksonville, Miami, Buffalo, Green Bay, Detroit); one of four WRs with at least three catches and 30 yards in each team game; one of five receivers over 17 points in each of last three games; running fewer than full route allotment but hyper-targeted and efficient; gets red zone opportunities; plays on juggernaut offense; source prefers Burden over Zay Flowers (QB situation), Garrett Wilson (mouths to feed), George Pickens, Ted Roe McMillan, Matthew Golden, and would consider straight-up trade for Justin Jefferson.

Viewed as competitive with Colston Loveland for the Bears' number one target role; tied for target share in the most recent game, suggesting a split role rather than a clear lead.

One spot behind Tee McMillan in rest-of-season rankings. The source identifies Burden as the obvious one-for-one trade target to acquire in exchange for McMillan, making it an easy trade recommendation.

The source cautions against buying Makai Lemon despite his recent two-week mini breakout (eight targets, seven catches, 67 yards, one TD two weeks ago; nine targets, six catches, 57 yards last week), citing concerns about the deteriorating Eagles offensive environment under backup QB Tanner McKee, an upcoming bye week, and an unfavorable fantasy playoff schedule (Seattle, Houston, San Francisco). The source is skeptical that Lemon will sustain the typical first-round rookie second-half breakout pattern given these headwinds.

Packers WR ranked near Luther Burden but source prefers Burden; Golden is one of two elite receivers in Green Bay offense, creating target competition; source would rather have Burden than Golden in trades.

One spot ahead of Tee McMillan in rest-of-season rankings. The source suggests Golden as a possible trade target for McMillan, though less obvious than Luther Burden.

Cardinals WR ranked about five spots higher than Carnell Tate in rest-of-season rankings; source would take ranking hit and trade Wilson for Tate, believing in Tate's upside more; QB questions continue in Arizona and Michoania is not meant to last, creating uncertainty for Wilson.

Buccaneers WR ranked higher than Carnell Tate but source expresses hesitation about trading for him; 33 years old and banged up significantly this season with Achilles injury noted; source had Evans and Tate ranked back-to-back in draft rankings with plan to sell Evans after hot start and buy Tate; Evans came out strong early season but got injured and may not be as productive down stretch; source suggests waiting one more week (Raiders game) before making Tate trade to see if Evans can play, but would pull trigger on Tate trade now if deal must be done immediately.

Ranked in the rookie wide receiver cluster in rest-of-season rankings alongside Casey Concepcion, Jeremy Bernard, Jordan Tyson, and Makai Levin. Source notes that one of these young receivers could break out in the second half of the season, but uncertainty remains about which player will emerge.

Jaguars WR considered as buy-low candidate after down game; source notes they've talked about him too much on show this season but still sees value in buying low after poor performance.

The source would trade Tee McMillan plus a small piece to acquire Parker Washington, though expresses uncertainty about whether such a deal is feasible in actual leagues.

The source identifies Rice as the buy of the Pickens/Williams/Rice trio despite initial hesitation. Rice immediately stepped in as the number one wide receiver for Kansas City upon return from injury, with Xavier Worthy doing nothing and Travis Kelce playing through a high ankle sprain. Rice caught a touchdown and should have caught two, with the team loving to go to him in the red zone. The source was shocked how low Rice was ranked in week nine rankings given his reliability concerns post-injury, but notes if Kenneth Walker's struggles continue and the run game stalls, Rice could revert to PPR underneath merchant tendencies and rank closer to top 15 than his current WR23 ranking.

The source expresses disappointment with Tanner McKee's performance as the Eagles backup quarterback, noting that McKee has not lived up to expectations, which has negative implications for the passing game and receiving options like Makai Lemon.

The source reports that Travis Kelce is playing through a high ankle sprain and is not 100%, providing context for the opportunity Rasheed Rice has as the de facto number one receiver for Kansas City.

Ranked as tight end 10 in rest-of-season rankings despite producing at tight end 6 pace in points per game this season. The source identifies Warren as undervalued and a buy candidate for the fantasy playoffs, noting he has already outproduced his current ranking.

The source notes that Xavier Worthy is doing absolutely nothing on the Kansas City Chiefs offense, providing context for why Rasheed Rice has become the de facto number one receiver upon his return from injury.

Ravens WR ranked back-to-back with Luther Burden but source strongly prefers Burden; despite being amazing player, Flowers' fantasy value is severely hampered by Baltimore's QB situation which is bad enough that it negates individual player talent; source would much rather have Burden than Flowers in trades.

Two spots behind Tee McMillan in rest-of-season ECR rankings. The source mentions Flowers as a potential trade target but notes it's a different story than the McMillan-for-Burden swap, without a clear one-for-one recommendation.