Fantasy Football RB & QB Trade Advice: Players to Buy, Sell & Hold Before Week 5 (Ep. 2243)

Aaron Jones is a sell-high candidate because his current workhorse role is unsustainable. With Jordan Mason expected to return as early as Week 7, Jones's role is likely to be reduced significantly. He should be moved if he is an RB3 or flex option.

Alvin Kamara is a back-end fantasy RB2. While he lacks efficiency on the ground (3.3 yards per carry), he remains valuable due to his pass-catching role in a Saints offense that is forced to throw frequently. His production may face a reality check against a tough Minnesota defense in Week 5.

Baker Mayfield is a concern rest of season due to a thumb/hand injury that requires regaining strength in his throwing hand. He was already playing poorly before the injury, and the Buccaneers offense is currently broken.

Bijan Robinson has been utterly dominant since Michael Penix took over as quarterback, showing elite fantasy production despite a decrease in target volume. While he has only four targets in two games with Penix, his ground efficiency remains high, and he is expected to see more targets in more competitive game scripts.

Blake Corum is a buy due to his contingent upside should anything happen to Kyren Williams. Despite recent lack of flex appeal, his early-season performance makes him a valuable stash.

Braelon Allen is a hold. His 94% snap share last week was elite, but the Jets' offensive production was limited by a low play count. His counting stats are misleading, and he should not be dropped.

Brian Robinson Jr. is the premier handcuff in fantasy football, functioning as a 'handcuff plus' who can be started in flex spots. He leads all running backs in EPA per carry (0.33) and success rate (58%) over the last two weeks, and the Falcons are intentionally deploying him to keep Bijan Robinson fresh, ensuring he maintains a steady, valuable role.

Bucky Irving is a sell candidate despite his volume, as the Buccaneers' offense is struggling and he has seen zero targets in the passing game with Jalen Daniels at quarterback. The return of Sean Tucker, who is taking red-zone carries, further complicates Irving's outlook.

Bucky Irving is a sell candidate because the Buccaneers offense is struggling and he is being used as 'window dressing' with excessive motioning that results in no production. The best strategy is to trade him to a running back-needy team that might be swayed by his 16-carry volume from last week.

Chris Olave is dealing with a knee injury that is worth monitoring, though Kellen Moore has stated he is not currently concerned about the severity.

DeAndre Swift is a strong buy-low candidate despite a Week 4 fumble and a minor injury. He maintains high volume (17 touches in Week 4) and is expected to see more opportunities than Kamanungai when healthy. The Bears' offense is elite at rushing, and Swift has a favorable long-term schedule from Week 12 onward.

Derrick Henry is expected to see a massive increase in workload if Lamar Jackson misses time. Historically, Henry's yardage and attempts rise when the Ravens are without their starting quarterback, making him a focal point of the offense.

Drake London is an elite fantasy wide receiver when Michael Penix is under center. His ability to produce nearly 100 yards on only 20 team pass attempts demonstrates a strong connection and high efficiency with the new quarterback.

J.K. Dobbins is a clear sell-low candidate. He ranks second-worst in rushing success rate (26%), has not topped 49 rushing yards in any game, and saw a season-low 31% snap share in Week 4. His lack of explosiveness and injury history make him a player with a capped ceiling who is not bankable for the rest of the season.

Javonte Williams has been productive for a year and a half, but trading him for a workhorse back like Jente is a difficult decision; it is essentially timing when to jump off one player for another, and Monday Night Football. Quick is hesitant to pull the trigger on a one-for-one swap.

Jeremiah Love is a polarizing player following Week 4 usage concerns; he indicated that other running backs were more prepared, potentially due to his lingering preseason ankle injury. While he remains a top-12 ranked player, his usage is fluctuating, making him a candidate to trade away.

Jordan Love is a buy for the next four weeks due to a favorable schedule featuring high-scoring potential against the Bears, Cowboys, Lions, and Panthers. Despite concerns about a poor offensive line, Love is a top-15, fringe QB1 who benefits from the Packers' heavy reliance on the passing game.

Kyle Pitts cannot be trusted for fantasy football purposes. Despite a slight improvement in his last game, his role is 'totally nuked' as the team prioritizes other options like Austin Hooper on key drives.

Sean Tucker has re-emerged in the Buccaneers' backfield, specifically handling red-zone carries in Week 4. His involvement is a direct threat to Bucky Irving's fantasy value.

Zach Charbonnet is a sell candidate. He was not explosive before his injury, and there is significant uncertainty regarding his role upon return given the team's rotation and the signing of Joe Mixon. It is better to capitalize on the current optimism surrounding his recovery.