Fantasy football managers are advised to act on the trade market after Week 9 action, targeting players due for positive or negative regression. In Cincinnati's 34-17 win over Atlanta, Drake London faced tough coverage but drew two pass interference penalties in the end zone; he remains a WR2 with WR1 upside, though his upcoming schedule includes the Chiefs, a bye, and the Vikings. Chase Brown, despite a touchdown called back and a stop inside the 1-yard line, is a buy-low candidate as a top-20 PPR running back.
In New Orleans' 23-22 overtime win over Cleveland, both quarterbacks scored over eight fantasy points in the extra session. Harold Fannin Jr. had no targets until overtime. Juwan Johnson and Devaughn Vele are considered droppable, while rookie Jordyn Tyson was second in targets in his debut.
Kansas City's 35-12 victory over the Jets saw Patrick Mahomes nearly post a huge game: a touchdown to Travis Kelce was ruled a backward pass (rushing TD for Kelce), and a completion to Xavier Worthy set up a Kenneth Walker touchdown. Breece Hall returned from injury with 18 touches but Braelon Allen dominated passing downs and goal-line snaps, making Hall a trap back. Adonai Mitchell had zero catches on seven targets; his value drops further if Garrett Wilson returns.
The Rams' 20-13 win over Washington featured a key injury: Puka Nacua hurt his knee late. Jayden Daniels' rushing production has declined since Week 5 (103 yards vs. Giants, 49 yards in three games since), raising concerns, though his upcoming schedule is favorable.
Denver's 26-21 win over Carolina produced a surprising performance from Bryce Young, who scored 26.3 fantasy points (six-point passing TD leagues) against a strong pass rush, making him a viable start next week. Darren Waller's 10-target, eight-catch, 90-yard, one-TD game needs repetition before trust.
Detroit's 19-9 win over Miami marks three straight games scoring 19-20 points, raising concern about the Lions' offense. Ollie Gordon's limited receiving role (seven catches all season) makes him vulnerable in negative game scripts.
Dallas' 27-23 win over Indianapolis saw Ryan Flournoy manage two catches for 53 yards on three targets with George Pickens out; he's not a must-start. Jonathan Taylor has been a fantasy dud two straight weeks, coinciding with the Quenton Nelson trade; the Colts' poor team context makes him a trade candidate.
New York Giants' 19-11 win over Philadelphia: Malik Nabers nearly scored and was shadowed by Quinyon Mitchell, so no worry. DeVonta Smith's production is expected to drop from over 17 PPR points per game to under 14 due to the Eagles' passing struggles.
