That could be the busiest NFL deal deadline day ever. Sometimes it’s like the frenzy of freedom. So what is the biggest great ball game Things to know for the day?
We asked ESPN Fantasy staff for their thoughts on the following questions:
What trades are you contemplating on the give up wire tonight?
Matt Bowen: Can I send someone to advertise on Nyheim Hines (ranked only in 45.8% of ESPN tournaments) in a PPR league of 12 or more teams. He has the skill set to create games as either a threat from the back line or flexible links. Even with Devin Singletary and rookies James Cook In the mix, Buffalo’s high-scoring (and often heavy) offense provides some intrigue here.
Liz Loza: I am 100% with Matt on this issue. Hines has managed a target market share of over 11% (RB20) for consecutive seasons. His Addition to Bills Silence James Cookdrumbeat in 2022. Cook, who is still leading in more than a quarter of ESPN’s fantasy league, could be eliminated in redraft format.
Eric Karabell: It doesn’t sound ungrateful for all the fun deals, but… none of it? TJ Ho Chickenon globally loved. Chase Claypool is 71%. It’s hard to believe Raheem Mostert to stay healthy, so maybe take the chance Jeff Wilson Jr. Really, check out the new 49ers backup Tyrion Davis-Price have a chance Christian McCaffrey hurt.
Tristan H. Cockcroft: Eric is right, it’s been a fun day, but nothing seismic when imaginary values change. But there’s one thing that excites me: Justin Fields, who is already trending, now has a big, highly profitable target in Claypool, and Fields is available in almost 75% of the leagues. I’ll add him as a QB2 wherever I can.
Kyle Soppe: I’m more willing to cut ties with one of the incumbent backers in Denver than this morning. Melvin Gordon III He’s named in 70% of the tournaments, but he has more firsts than he has run for 20 yards in the past 13 months. So no, there is no real additional impact in the majority of leagues, but Gordon can cut.
Eric Moody: The player that immediately came to mind was Wilson, who only attended 45.6% of ESPN tournaments. He will be reunited with Mike McDaniel and Raheem Mostert. Since he is familiar with the system, he can immediately play as an addition to Mostert. Wilson is on the flexibility radar with more upside down if Mostert ever misses the time. By the power of Mike Clay’s schedule matrix, Dolphins have one of the easiest remaining schedules.
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Jeff Wilson Jr is a valuable insurance policy for new Miami teammate Raheem Mostert.
Based on today’s movement, which players will you target in the trade negotiations?
Karabell: Ho Chickenon was the number 4 scorer at the tight end, but only a strong fantasy game. Now he’s got a tonne QB and will use him everywhere on the field. Honestly, something’s amiss if Ho Chickenon doesn’t end up as TE #3. Also, the Claypool trade helps Darnell Mooney, also! I still take Mooney through Claypool.
Bowen: Me with Karabell on Ho Chickenon. Perhaps now we see the entire skill set on display for the former Iowa Hawkeye. Ho Chickenon can operate on all three levels of the route tree, with the ability to create solid durability after the catch. He’s also a flexible campaigner. And playing in Minnesota was a schematic upgrade for veterans in the tight finish.
Soppe: I think it should be 6’4″ Claypool. Fields’ growth over the past month has been very encouraging and the fact that he is fourth in average depth of passes this season is enough for me to see Claypool as a potential asset this season. this. He won’t be a consistent producer, but he’ll have some big plays… oh, and he’ll be playing in Detroit in Week 17.
Sad: Me and Soppe about Claypool. As a rookie in 2020, he has already racked up nine touchdown passes and seems poised to take over the Steelers’ No. At the start of 2021, he’s averaging 14.6 yards per reception. He’s just had a big game this season, mostly because of the midfield situation in Pittsburgh. With the Bears giving up the second-round pick in the trade, it means they have big plans for Claypool and that replacing Mooney as the team’s No. 1 isn’t impossible.
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Tristan H. Cockcroft breaks down TJ Ho Chickenon’s imaginary scenario with his new Minnesota team and why his rift may linger.
Which players are you looking to trade?
Cockcroft: I seriously consider the purchase Mostert, but maybe that doesn’t necessarily have to do with Wilson’s appearance. Mostert isn’t the most enduring person there, and reuniting him with Wilson defines a definite fill in the event of any missed out. I think Wilson would be qualified to hold that starting role if the opportunity presented itself.
Karabell: Well, that transaction is a sure sign that the Dolphins don’t trust Mostert, or that his role could change mainly to the receiver. By the way, if you can convince someone – anyone – to trade for a working Denver, you’ve got some real trading skills. Avoid that situation.
Soppe: To complete a trade and potentially change the course of your season, you must be ready to roll the dice, so let’s get started. I’m on the go Brandon Aiyuk. Why? The Wilson trade signals that the 49ers are (correctly) all relying on McCaffrey. During peak CMC days in Carolina, the Panthers ranked 29th in percentage of passes to location. I don’t think it’s a coincidence and you get the extra boost of Aiyuk trading for the first three weeks in a row for 20 weeks. Play chess, not chess.
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Chase Edmonds’ fresh start in Denver could lead to fantasy involvement in the long run.
Which player could have some stealth, long-term, and watch-worthy value?
Karabell: Good for Trevor Lawrence! Calvin Ridley couldn’t help him this season, but it’s good to see the Jaguars realize they need better receivers in the long term. Ridley could be back at WR2 next season and I was expecting Lawrence to be QB1 by then. He can get there this season!
Cockcroft: Another good call there by EK. I was extremely disappointed in my super deep dynasty tournament in August when Ridley was making $1 at a time I don’t have a salary cap to go $2, and I think there might be similar tournaments where he’s still out there. At the time, I spent 6-7 dollars, and I liked him more in Jacksonville than in Atlanta.
Soppe: I’ll take Lawrence’s love one step further and go with it Christian Kirk like a stealth winner. Part of his success at the start of this season has been his ability to dominate from the batting position, a role that will become much easier if Ridley returns from suspension is the one we saw last year. 2020. Kirk is making an amazing $15.5 million next season, so that makes sense, too.
Loza: With so many circuses that he did at prime time, George Pickens definitely not flying under anyone’s radar. However, I think he is the biggest beneficiary of the Claypool transaction. Pickens and Kenny Pickett demonstrated instant chemistry, which the team seemed motivated to build on. His departure from the donut game doesn’t seem to be an issue. The Steelers now have a bye week to plan their rookie. I wouldn’t be surprised to see Pickens’ target market share increase by at least 10%.
Bowen: Let’s put Field into this discussion. He currently sits at QB11 with an imaginary goal-scoring prowess this season, and that is with a restricted play in terms of explosive play. Claypool has the physical and speed configuration to emerge as a boundary or isolation target for the Fields facing Mooney. With an increase in numbers and production, combined with Fields’ dual-threat operability, the arrow will point upward on the Bears’ quartet in both dynastic and redraft tournaments.
Sad: Me and Bowen. Fields has now scored at least 17 fantasy points in four straight games, including 23 plus points in his last two competitions. With games coming up against the Dolphins, Lions, Falcons, Jets and Packers before the Bears’ goodbye week, he’s become a player most people would feel comfortable joining in their roster no matter what. They are participating in the red league, dynasty or goalkeeper.
