RSJ’s Jackson Barrett created a value-based drafting Excel tool to create the preseason values for this Fantasy Football Trade Value Chart. The tool uses the FantasyPros consensus projections to assign values based on a 12-team, full PPR league.
Each week throughout the season, I will alter these values to reflect the player’s value for the rest of the season. I have made changes based on the FantasyPros ECR, results from the season so far, and The Wolf’s Rest of Season Rankings. But for the most part, the below values should generally reflect consensus rankings. The values provided also allow for comparing player values across positions, not just within one position group.
For more information on how to make successful deals, check out our strategies for negotiating trades.
Before going over player values, let’s take a look at the biggest changes to the trade value chart and some potential trade targets.
RISERS
Is it possible that we have a two-headed monster at TE in Atlanta? In Week 6, Kyle Pitts had 14.3 fantasy points and Jonnu Smith had 13.6.
Since Week 3, tight ends have been heavily utilized in Atlanta, leading to plenty of opportunity to produce fantasy points.
Arthur Smith is absolutely blowing away the competition with his TE usage. With that being said, Smith is one of the most frustrating head coaches for fantasy. He seems to have no regard for draft capital, skill sets, etc. and seemingly does what he wants out there. For this reason, it may be difficult for Smith or Pitts to have consistent performances. However, their high usage over the last few weeks means they’re risers this week.
FALLER
During the offseason, I expressed my concerns regarding George Kittle’s ability to produce in a crowded offense.
We saw the worst of this in Week 6 when Kittle finished with one catch for one yard. This was the second time in 2023 that Kittle was held to just one catch.
It’s worth pointing out that San Francisco played Cleveland in Week 6. Cleveland is having an elite season on the defensive side of the ball and shutting down talented players has been common.
However, it is concerning that Kittle was a non-factor in a game that Deebo Samuel hardly played in. Kittle typically thrives when another of the 49ers’ skill players is out, but this was not the case on Sunday.
Given the state of the TE position, Kittle must be started for now. However, it is reasonable to consider trading him away.
TRADE TARGET
Following a difficult outing on Monday Night, it’s a great time to buy Jake Ferguson. Through six career games, Ferguson has 3+ receptions and finished as the TE11 or better in 50 percent of games.
In Week 6, Ferguson was held to just one catch on one target. However, Ferguson played 86 percent of snaps and ran 32 routes, both career highs.
The logic here is fairly simple. When he’s on the field more and running more routes, there will be more opportunities for receptions.
Ferguson will not be an elite TE this season. However, he will be on the field consistently and typically sees enough targets to provide a safe floor.
