Buy Bryce Young & Jalen Coker | Is Quinshon Judkins a Sell? 2026

A.J. Brown is dealing with a high ankle sprain that will sideline him for six to eight weeks. The source characterizes this injury as worse than an ACL for fantasy purposes because the player will be forced to play while compromised and perform poorly. At age 30, this injury is viewed as season-ending in practical terms for fantasy value.

Adam Thielen produced 110 receptions and 1,200 receiving yards in his age-34 season while playing with rookie Bryce Young, demonstrating that Young can support productive slot-type receivers despite his overall struggles as a passer.

Adonai Mitchell, Josh Downs' former teammate, is not viewed as a real player by the source despite recording 12 targets in a recent game. The source suggests Mitchell will average around 11 points per game and would require paying an eight-point price on him versus a 15-point price on Downs for similar production, making him an inferior option.

Alec Pierce is missing significant time, which has opened the door for Josh Downs to get an immediate boost in opportunity. The source notes Pierce's absence is not good for the Colts' receiving corps depth.

Kamara's return has taken away receiving work from Travis Etienne, indicating that Kamara is reclaiming his role in the Saints offense. This suggests Kamara is healthy and back to being a featured player.

Baker Mayfield and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers have been effective in the passing game, which has helped their running backs. The source notes that 'it always comes back to Baker Mayfield,' suggesting that Mayfield's competent play has created better opportunities for the Buccaneers' offense compared to the Browns' Deshaun Watson.

Bryce Young's accuracy metrics remain concerning despite recent passing volume improvements. His catchable throw rate sits at 65.8% (9th percentile), and he ranks 30th in the league in accuracy, indicating that his accuracy has actually worsened despite the higher passing yard totals.

Bryce Young has shown recent improvement in passing volume, posting back-to-back games with over 250 passing yards after previously struggling to reach 200 yards. This represents a positive trend in his offensive output, though accuracy concerns remain.

The source frames Bryce Young as an underrated asset with a high ceiling, comparing his cerebral quarterback abilities to Luka Doncic's supercomputer-like processing in the NBA. Despite early talent concerns about arm strength, Young is locked into starting for the next couple of years and will receive a $200 million contract. His pre-snap reads, defense recognition, and check-calling ability—traits Aaron Rodgers has praised in Dak Prescott—position him for long-term NFL viability. The source expects Young to improve significantly as the game slows down for him, similar to how Jared Goff went from being considered done after his final Rams year to becoming a productive starter in Detroit. Young's cerebral processing is cited as the reason for his recent "glow up" and why the source is buying him despite current market skepticism.

The source is buying Bryce Young in dynasty, viewing him as a value acquisition in multiple trade scenarios. Young is preferred over Justin Herbert (source notes Herbert's performance is "terrible" and "bad"), over Tyler Shuck and Nicholas Singleton, and over Carson Beck in a one-for-one. The source emphasizes Young's "runway for multiple years in the league is more solidified or safer" than competing quarterback options, and suggests he could potentially outscore Herbert by season's end despite not yet jumping him in head-to-head value.

Tampa Bay has placed Bucky Irving on a pitch count due to the grueling nature of the running back position and the long season ahead. Irving was playing 73% of snaps in week two. However, the source expresses skepticism of Todd Bowles' statements about running backs, noting Bowles frequently makes such comments that don't materialize. Irving was reported dead in camp a month ago but is now back and contributing, though the pitch count suggests Tampa is managing his workload carefully.

Carson Beck is not preferred over Bryce Young in a one-for-one trade scenario. The source states "That's Bryce so easily for me" when choosing between Young and Beck, indicating a clear preference for Young's value.

The source prefers Chuba Hubbard over Tyler Shuck and Nicholas Singleton in a trade scenario, pairing him with Bryce Young. Hubbard is described as "an actual asset" with established fantasy value, contrasted with Singleton who is dismissed as "not a real player." The source emphasizes Hubbard's proven role and production history.

The source recently acquired Chuba Hubbard and is satisfied with the buy. However, the source emphasizes that Hubbard's value is not worth trading away Judkins for, as Judkins will significantly outvalue Hubbard in dynasty formats long-term. Hubbard is a cool short-term pickup but not a reason to move off a foundational dynasty asset.

Colson Loveland is mentioned in comparison to Tyler Warren, with the source defending having both players in the same tier based on their usage and targets.

Colton Loveland has become cheaper in dynasty markets following his first two weeks of the season. The source notes that Loveland was included in a trade (Dontavian Wicks and Colton Loveland in a two for a 2027 first and Josh Downs), suggesting his value has declined but may represent a buying opportunity.

Colton Loveland's price has dropped significantly in the market; the source notes he has gotten cheap, particularly after the first two weeks of the season.

Sutton is struggling in Denver's offense, receiving only 15% target share and 17% air yards in week two. The source describes him as looking washed and at best a possession receiver or jump-ball merchant in the red zone, with the pecking order now clearly defined as Waddle, Sutton, then Pat Bryant (soon to be Bryant over Sutton). Sutton was a fade throughout draft season and the role definition now confirms those concerns.

The source mentions Swift as a tier of player that contending teams might trade Judkins for, but argues against it. Swift is not worth giving up Judkins for in a dynasty trade, as Judkins will be drafted significantly higher in 2025 startups.

The source views Dalton Kincaid as a breakout candidate following increased playing time. Kincaid "should be a top five tight end rest of the season" and "probably maybe be like the tight end two rest of the season, just in seasonal." The source notes "Dalton Kincaid's always been good. He just needed to play more. Now he's playing more and we see the production." The Kincaid breakout is cited as a reason to prefer Young and Kincaid over other trade options.

Daniel Jones is performing poorly for the Giants, ranking 29th in EPA per drop back, 30th in completion percentage over expectation, 28th in yards per attempt, and 28th in adjusted net yards. The source notes his abysmal play is a major concern for Josh Downs' long-term viability, as there is room for growth post-injury but currently the offense is just so bad.

The Giants signed Darius Slayton to fill the Alec Pierce role vacated by Pierce's injury. The source dismissively refers to Slayton as Buck's favorite not-real player, suggesting skepticism about his ability to meaningfully contribute.

Darius Slayton is unlikely to significantly impact the Giants' downfield passing game despite his relationship with Daniel Jones; the source characterizes him as a player who 'stinks' and 'can't catch,' runs far on routes, and will have only a couple of good games; he's described as an Alec Pierce-type player not worth roster consideration, making him almost not worth discussing in fantasy contexts.

The source mentions Montgomery as one of his running backs on a contending team alongside Judkins and Chuba Hubbard. The source questions how long this team will remain a contender given the composition of the backfield.

Boston has been involved in some of the Browns' big plays this season, often coming from broken tackles and busted plays where there are no safeties deep. This suggests he's getting opportunities in the passing game, though the Browns' overall offensive struggles limit his ceiling.

The Cleveland Browns' passing game is ineffective, which directly impacts Judkins' running game. Nobody respects Watson's passing ability or fears the Browns' offense, so defenses are stacking the box and playing run-heavy looks. This is why Judkins is getting hit immediately at the line of scrimmage with only 0.83 yards before contact per attempt.

Eli Stowers was mentioned in a trade scenario involving a 1:2 price, but no specific fantasy take or analysis was provided about his value or role.

Gunner Helm is viewed unfavorably in trade value comparisons. The source would take Josh Downs over Helm in a straight swap, indicating Helm is less desirable as a dynasty asset.

Jake Ferguson was included in a notable dynasty trade alongside A.J. Brown (A.J. Brown and Jake Ferguson for Josh Downs, a first, and a second). The source would prefer the Downs side of this trade, suggesting Ferguson's value is secondary to the broader trade dynamics.

Coker's usage has been elite with a .38 expected fantasy points per team play, ranking top six among players at every position; only CeeDee Lamb is higher among wide receivers. Season to date, he leads the team in first read targets with seven in week two and ranks top 16 among wide receivers in first read target share at 29.5%; he's also top three in red zone targets with five, behind only JSN and Amon Ra St. Brown.

Over the last 10 games including playoffs, Coker has outperformed Ted Roa McMillan in yards per route run (2.25 vs. 2.0) and DraftKings fantasy points (16.1 vs. 13.8), though McMillan edges him slightly in expected fantasy points per game (13.5 vs. 13.2). The source views Coker as a legitimate breakout asset comparable to Parker Washington's late-season emergence, with similar production trajectory and playoff performance.

The source is bullish on Coker's value relative to Parker Washington, arguing they are the same type of asset and should be valued similarly. However, Washington commands a first-round pick in trades while Coker does not currently. The source would not sell Coker for less than a first but acknowledges that buying him at current market price is difficult; the recommendation is to avoid chasing Coker if you missed out and instead find the next comparable breakout.

The source advises against chasing Jalen Coker in trades if you missed the initial hype; the cost to acquire him now is likely too high relative to his remaining upside. The recommendation is to find the next breakout prospect rather than overpay for a popular name after the blow-up has already occurred.

Jalen Coker's recent production surge is partly attributable to defenses bracketing and covering Tett McMillan, which opens up one-on-one opportunities for Coker. His role has expanded as a result of McMillan's defensive demand, creating more favorable matchups for Coker downfield.

Jalen Coker has always been a talented athlete from a small-school background who catches the ball well and shows strong after-the-catch ability. His recent development reflects improved route-running precision and depth—he was previously running incorrect route depths and slants, but has now refined his technical game, which explains his emergence as a consistent target.

While Jalen Coker's recent performance looks strong, the source questions sustainability because of concerns about Bryce Young's consistency. Young has posted back-to-back 250+ yard passing games after struggling to reach 200 yards earlier, but his accuracy metrics remain poor (65.8% catchable throw rate, 9th percentile accuracy, 30th in the league), suggesting the elevated passing volume may not be reliable long-term.

Bryce Young has historically thrived with slot-type receivers and players positioned closer to the line of scrimmage, similar to Jalen Coker's profile. Young's success with Adam Thielen (110 rec, 1,200 yards in Thielen's age-34 season with rookie Young) demonstrates that Young can support productive slot receivers, suggesting Coker's role is well-suited to Young's strengths.

The source recently bought Jalen Coker and is pleased with the acquisition. However, the source cautions against trading Judkins to acquire Coker, as Judkins' long-term dynasty value is significantly higher. Coker is a good short-term pickup but not worth giving up a foundational dynasty asset like Judkins.

The source uses Jared Goff as a historical comparison for Bryce Young's trajectory. Goff was considered done after his final year with the Rams and first year with the Lions, yet improved dramatically through extended playing time. In his first year in Detroit, Goff was worth only a second-round pick in Dynasty and people were selling him despite the Lions drafting Hendon Hooker as a potential replacement. The source argues that extended starting opportunities allowed Goff to develop into a significantly better quarterback, suggesting similar upside for Young.

The source mentions Javante Williams as a tier of player that contending teams might trade Judkins for, but argues against it. Even if Williams finishes as an RB10 for the rest of the season, he won't outvalue Judkins by March in dynasty formats, making any trade unfavorable.

Jaden Daniels has stated he does not want to run an offense centered around Terry McLaurin and does not care to force-feed him the ball, which the source characterizes as 'not necessarily a great thing to hear' for McLaurin's fantasy outlook despite preseason expectations of an offense built around him.

After a quiet week one, Waddle bounced back with 8 catches for 138 yards against Jacksonville, commanding 32% target share and 54% of air yards. The source notes Denver's offense ran through him with a true Joker role—moved all over the formation, into the slot, and on motion pre-snap—with Davis Webb finally unleashing him to the degree intended. Cortland Sutton, by contrast, is struggling with only 15% target share and 17% air yards, described as looking like a shell of himself.

The source values Waddle at approximately a mid-first round pick for the rest of the year, comparable to T Higgins and DeVante Smith (his draft cohort). At 28 years old entering year six/seven, the source would not pay significantly more than a first, suggesting Omar Cooper plus a first as baseline trade value. However, the source notes Waddle's analytics have always been superior to his draft peers, and he now operates on his team alone without competition.

Josh Downs has emerged as a must-buy player after running 85% of routes against Kansas City, catching 7 of 9 targets for 72 yards and looking electric on film. He has never run over 80% routes in back-to-back games before, but has now done so in 2025. He leads the team in targets and has a 21% target share with 28.3% of air yards. His separation score and win rate are fantastic, and he displays explosive yards-after-catch ability. However, the Colts' passing offense looks poor overall, and Downs has never been a full-time player before this opportunity.

The source remains skeptical of Josh Downs despite his recent performance, questioning whether this is the sell window given Daniel Jones' abysmal play (29th in EPA per drop back, 30th in completion percentage over expectation, 28th in yards per attempt, 28th in adjusted net yards). While Downs is violent and explosive on tape, the source worries about his durability given his aggressive after-the-catch style and whether he can stay healthy with increased exposure. The Colts' passing offense looks poor overall.

Downs has increased exposure in the Giants offense and is likely to be used as a legitimate wide receiver one for a four to six week window; he runs violent routes after the catch and plays bigger than his size, though injury risk exists if he continues that aggressive style; Daniel Jones' abysmal statistics (29th EPA per drop back, 30th completion percentage over expectation, 28th yards per attempt, 28th adjusted net yards) mean Downs will operate primarily in short and intermediate routes alongside Jonathan Taylor, with downfield targets possible despite pressure issues.

The source is a perpetual Josh Downs buyer who believes he can play at a high level; if Downs scores points this year, he projects as a 15 point per game player and would command a fifth to sixth round startup ADP next year, a significant jump from his current draft capital, making him a potential breakout candidate with trade value upside.

Josh Downs is viewed as a strong value target in dynasty trades. The source prefers Downs over Gunner Helm and Stribbling in straight swaps, and would take Downs over a 2028 first-round pick. In a notable trade comparison, the source would take Downs plus a first and second over A.J. Brown and Jake Ferguson, and would also prefer Downs straight up over A.J. Brown despite Brown's veteran status. The source indicates Downs has become a preferred asset in the current market.

Josh Downs is mentioned alongside Dontavian Wicks and Colton Loveland as part of a discussion about players with uncertain roles and valuations; the source previously stated uncertainty about how to rank Downs and where to place him in dynasty rankings.

The source has abandoned its Justin Herbert "truther" position, stating "I have turned in my Justin Herbert truther card." Herbert's performance is characterized as "terrible" and "bad," and "he's not even like being the fun bad anymore." The source suggests Bryce Young will likely outscore Herbert and could potentially jump him in value by season's end, indicating a significant downgrade in Herbert's outlook.

In a trade scenario, Malik Washington and Saquon Barkley were offered for Quinshon Judkins at a 2:7:1 price. The source indicated this is a favorable deal for the Judkins owner.

Nicholas Singleton is dismissed as "not a real player" in comparison to Chuba Hubbard. The source contrasts Singleton's lack of established role with Hubbard's proven asset status, suggesting Singleton lacks the fantasy credibility or production history to be considered a viable dynasty asset.

Nico Collins is mentioned as a potential trade target who is currently hurt and did not play last week. The source suggests trying to trade for Collins before having to pay close to two firsts for Waddle, as Collins could score similarly when healthy and might be available at a discount due to injury.

Hampton was a second-round NFL draft pick and around a one-to-two seasonal pick in dynasty. The source believes Hampton holds significant value despite questioning his talent level. In a trade comparison (Waddle + Hampton for Flowers + Irving), the source suggests taking the Hampton side because you can get two firsts for Hampton versus barely a first for Irving, making it a legitimate value gain. Hampton is noted as potentially being misused, raising the question of what happens if he gets proper usage.

Parker Washington is positioned as a comparable asset to Jalen Coker; both players broke out late in the previous season with strong playoff performances. However, Washington has commanded significantly higher trade value, requiring a first-round pick, while Coker does not. The source views them as the same type of player but notes the market has valued Washington much higher despite similar production trajectories.

Parker Washington's hype has escalated to the point where some traders were willing to give up 2026 draft picks (107s, 108s) to acquire him. The source suggests the window to acquire him at reasonable value has closed, and chasing him now would result in overpaying for an already-popular name.

Parker Washington has established himself as the clear number-one receiver on his team, distinguishing him from Jalen Coker. While Coker may be receiving some early targets, Parker has solidified his position as the primary option, giving him a more secure role going forward.

Pat Bryant is third in Denver's receiving pecking order behind Jalen Waddle and Cortland Sutton. The source notes that Bryant is soon to move ahead of Sutton in the depth chart as Sutton continues to struggle.

The source believes Judkins' long-term role and talent are intact despite this season's struggles. He was always considered the better Ohio State back compared to Travion Henderson, and with time and healing, his tackle-breaking and evasion ability should return. The source is 'very much thinking that if there's a discount on him, you should go pay it' in dynasty leagues.

Suffered a broken leg injury that has impacted his efficiency and tackle-breaking ability; he's not the same player post-injury and is struggling to make more out of what's given to him. He's currently at 0.83 yards before contact per attempt (compared to Ashton Gentry's 1.28 last year) and only 0.08 missed tackles forced per attempt, indicating he's not breaking tackles or evading defenders as he did pre-injury.

Expected to have a rough efficiency year due to injury recovery, though the source believes he's talented and should be able to perform well next year. The source tempers expectations for 2024, noting that if you drafted Judkins expecting him to be an RB1 this season, that's on you—he should have been viewed as a potential rental year and rebuilder piece.

Despite poor 2024 performance, Judkins remains a strong dynasty asset with significant long-term value. The source argues that even if Judkins has a poor season, he will still be drafted 2+ rounds higher than comparable RBs like Javante Williams, D'Andre Swift, or Chuba Hubbard in 2025 startups. If you're a contending team with Judkins, hold him rather than trading him for short-term RB help, as his dynasty value will far exceed what you'd get in return.

Rice has lost his role to Xavier Worthy and is being phased out of the Kansas City offense. The source describes Rice as a 'zone beater' but notes that he's no longer the primary option. One the source on the call wants Rice off their rosters entirely, calling him 'the new juju' in a negative context.

The source briefly mentions Sam Darnold in the context of a trade chart discussion, noting that Buck refuses to acknowledge Darnold as a viable asset. The comment suggests Darnold is undervalued or overlooked in trade discussions, though the source does not elaborate on specific reasoning or role details.

In a trade scenario, Saquon Barkley and Malik Washington were offered for Quinshon Judkins at a 2:7:1 price. The source initially misread the trade but then corrected it, indicating that getting Barkley and Washington for Judkins is a favorable deal worth considering.

Stefon Diggs is mentioned as an aging veteran option who still scores points and could be acquired as an alternative to paying premium prices for younger players like Waddle. The source suggests going after Diggs as a more cost-effective option.

The source projects Stefon Diggs as a 'walking 1K' receiver who will consistently produce 1,000+ yards regardless of team context. Evidence: last season with the Ravens he played 55% of snaps and had 1,000 yards; with the Texans he tore his ACL but was pacing for 1,200 yards. The source views Diggs as a durable, high-floor weapon who will maintain elite production until retirement, and notes his presence significantly impacts Terry McLaurin's target share and role.

Diggs signed in early August as a late addition to the Commanders and is a dominant route runner with average separation score who will command significant volume as a target hog. The source argues Diggs matters far more to Terry McLaurin's fantasy outlook than most analysts credit: he forces defenses to respect another elite receiver, preventing them from leaving coverage on McLaurin alone, which should free up McLaurin downfield and increase his efficiency despite potentially reducing his raw target share.

The source is buying Terry McLaurin despite Mariota concerns, citing his 3.38 yards per route run with Mariota since last season (WR3 rank over that span) and 27.8% target share in Mariota's half-game start. McLaurin had two near-touchdowns (one called back, one dropped by Antonio Williams), suggesting upside beyond current production. The source views the Mariota narrative as an opportunity to acquire McLaurin at a discount given his slower start, though acknowledges preseason expectations of an offense centered around him may not materialize.

The source is buying Terry McLaurin despite concerns about Marcus Mariota as his quarterback. With Mariota on the field since the start of last season, McLaurin has averaged 3.38 yards per route run, which would rank as wide receiver three over that span. This production level supports McLaurin's value despite the Mariota concern.

McLaurin looks fully recovered from last year's injury issues and is displaying elite efficiency early: top five in both yards after catch per reception and explosive percentage rate on four catches from 13 targets through two weeks. The source emphasizes he's been missing healthy quarterback play and a legitimate number two receiver to take coverage away; Stefan Diggs' late August signing addresses the latter need by forcing defenses to respect another elite route runner, which should open up McLaurin downfield rather than limit him.

Etienne has had a really bad start to the season. His role has been diminished since Alvin Kamara returned, taking away some of the 'Dinkin duck path' (receiving work) that Etienne had been getting. This limits his upside for the rest of the season.

Tyler Warren is not being used as the source would prefer, with the team seemingly unwilling to use him anywhere but the flat. The source was ready to defend Warren's tier placement alongside Colson Loveland but acknowledges the limited usage pattern.

Tyler Warren's fantasy value is being crippled by Josh Downs' increased usage in short and intermediate routes in the Giants offense; Downs' role expansion limits Warren's target opportunities in the passing game.

Worthy has taken over the primary role in the Kansas City offense, displacing Rashee Rice. This indicates Worthy is the preferred receiver in the Chiefs' passing game.

The source ranks Zay Flowers at 11 in dynasty rankings, ahead of Jalen Waddle. In a trade scenario (Waddle + Hampton for Flowers + Irving), the source prefers the Flowers side, believing Flowers and Waddle project similarly but that the value differential between Irving and Hampton favors taking Flowers. The source suggests Flowers could score the same or better than Hampton while offering better value at the wide receiver position.