Rest of Season Top-150 Rankings: Trading Through Injuries to Nico Collins and Derek Carr, Plus Best Buy-Lows Right Now (Episode 788)
Oct 9, 2024
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This discussion dives into the impact of key injuries, particularly for teams like the Texans and Jets, reshaping player dynamics. Nico Collins' absence boosts Tank Dell's prospects. The hosts explore strategic buy-low opportunities, featuring underperformers like Bijan Robinson and tips for navigating the fantasy landscape. Rookie receivers, like Roma Dunze, emerge as potential game-changers. With a focus on injury management and trades, they provide insights on maximizing team success amidst the season's unpredictability.
The injuries to key receivers like Nico Collins have created opportunities for players such as Stephon Diggs and Tank Dell to thrive.
Drake May's promotion to starting quarterback for the Patriots suggests potential improvement in the team's fantasy prospects despite prior inconsistency.
Strategic trading is emphasized, particularly targeting players like Chase Brown and Eagles' stars who could see increased production from favorable matchups.
Deep dives
Injury Impacts on Wide Receivers
The injuries to key wide receivers have significantly reshaped their fantasy outlooks. Rasheed Rice has been ruled out for the season, while Nico Collins is now on IR due to a hamstring injury, leaving Malik Neighbors also facing uncertainties from a concussion. This situation has prompted a notable shift in focus towards other players on the Texans roster, specifically Stephon Diggs and Tank Dell. With Collins unavailable, the target share will likely condense around these two, resulting in an increased weekly floor and ceiling for their performances.
Drake May's Promotion and Fantasy Implications
Drake May's ascension to the starting quarterback position for the Patriots suggests potential changes for the team's fantasy prospects. Despite previous inconsistency noted during his college career, May could provide a spark to an underperforming offense that struggled under Jacoby Brissett. The expectation is that May's mobility might alleviate some issues caused by a weak offensive line and lack of weapons. There is hope among analysts that May could elevate the overall production of players like Jalen Polk, but skepticism about the offense's capacity remains.
DeAndre Swift's Value Amid Matchup Opportunities
Following impressive performances, DeAndre Swift remains a focal point in the Bears offense, benefiting from a favorable schedule ahead. Swift has consistently dominated opportunities, outperforming expectations despite an apparent strategy to lean heavily on him in the running game. Analysts suggest considering Swift a hold due to the likely continued production in upcoming matchups despite concerns over potential sell-high opportunities. The upcoming games present an intriguing landscape for Swift's fantasy stock, particularly as he capitalizes on defensive matchups that favor passing to running backs.
Evaluating Kenneth Walker's Role
Kenneth Walker's recent performance, highlighted by increased usage in the passing game, has buoyed his standing despite a low carry count. His coaching staff has emphasized the need to give him more touches, indicating they view him as essential to their offensive strategy. The team's commitment to using him in various game scripts, even while trailing, supports a shift towards a more favorable fantasy outlook. Walker's potential as a workhorse running back and his ability to produce despite a fluctuating workload positions him as a desirable trade target for fantasy managers.
Optimizing Teams Through Trade Strategies
As the season progresses, strategic trading is essential for optimizing fantasy rosters, with specific mentions to target certain players underperforming or recovering from injury. Chase Brown has emerged as a buy-low target due to potential increased role following Joe Mixon's injury situation. Alongside him, buying into the Eagles’ core players is recommended as they face a string of favorable matchups and could thrive in shootout scenarios. Players like AJ Brown, Devonta Smith, and Jalen Hurts are poised to bounce back robustly, making them ideal candidates for trades to bolster championship runs.
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