FantasyPros Fantasy Football Podcast

Episode: Week 11 Buy Low + Sell High Wide Receiver Targets (Ep. 1836)

Date: November 12, 2025
Host: Ryan Wormley
Guest: Andrew Erickson

Episode Overview

This episode is all about strategic moves at the wide receiver position heading into Week 11. Ryan Wormley and Andrew Erickson break down which wide receivers fantasy managers should be targeting as buy-lows or sell-highs to maximize playoff success. The duo also briefly touches on quarterback and tight end trade tactics and answers listener questions to help provide actionable guidance as trade deadlines approach. The episode’s tone is fun and fast-paced, balancing actionable advice with light banter and the “FantasyPros” signature brand of confident analysis.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Buy High: Jameson Williams (Detroit Lions)

• Dan Campbell’s Influence: Erickson lauds Dan Campbell’s recent move to take over play-calling duties, noting this dramatically improved Williams’ fantasy outlook. Williams exploded for 119 yards and a TD on 7 targets in Week 10, largely in the second half.
• Schedule Advantage: After Week 11 vs. Philadelphia, Williams plays exclusively indoors for the rest of the fantasy season, which both hosts see as a major advantage.
• Rest-of-Season Outlook: Williams is currently WR29 in rest-of-season (ROS) rankings but Erickson believes he’s a top-24 guy, especially due to his weekly upside and Dan Campbell’s continued involvement.
• Trade Strategy: Even if Williams’ ROS manager is wary, “Go ask! If they say no, you lose nothing but a couple seconds of your time!” — Ryan Wormley (04:21).

“Dan Campbell is CEO president of the Jameson Williams fan club. I think he absolutely, he loves and adores the guy... This is a really good thing for him that Dan Campbell did take over the play calling duties.”
— Andrew Erickson (02:20)

Timestamps:

• Deep dive on Williams: [01:46 – 07:13]

2. Buy High: Jalen Waddle (Miami Dolphins)

• Floor and Ceiling: Waddle is WR10 on the season and has notched five 80+ yard games in his last six. The Dolphins’ offense looks more stable recently, and Waddle’s role grows if Tyreek Hill misses time.
• Upcoming Schedule: Miami faces favorable passing matchups, including the struggling Commanders’ defense.
• Buy Window: Some fantasy managers may undervalue Waddle due to his slow start or fears of further offense regression.

“He’s been really productive, with a high floor... This has been a wide receiver one year for Jalen Waddle. And there’s no reason to think that’s going away now.”
— Ryan Wormley (09:30)

Timestamps:

• Waddle discussion: [07:13 – 11:18]

3. Sell High: Troy Franklin (Denver Broncos)

• Touchdown Luck & Regression: Franklin leads Denver in red zone targets but is underperforming in efficiency, catching TDs while yielding little yardage. His 20% target share outpaces Sutton, but Erickson expects this will normalize as the tougher schedule kicks in (Chiefs, Jags, Packers ahead).
• Who to Target: Erickson specifically mentions flipping Franklin for Rashid Shaheed, citing a likely near-term Shaheed bounce-back.

“It’s just a process play where this guy scored a bunch of touchdowns over the last couple of weeks. I don’t think he’s going to be the alpha... You can take advantage of those looking at the box score.”
— Andrew Erickson (13:56)

Timestamps:

• Franklin sell argument: [11:39 – 16:11]

4. Buy Low: Rashid Shaheed (Seattle Seahawks)

• Context: Shaheed had a poor Week 10, but Erickson points out extenuating circumstances (game script, only 12 pass attempts by Sam Darnold). A breakout is possible with upcoming favorable matchups like the Rams.
• Trade Specific: Explicit recommendation to offer Troy Franklin for Shaheed.

Timestamps:

• Shaheed section: [15:06 – 16:11]

5. Sell High: Nico Collins (Houston Texans)

• Monster Week Bias: Monster game against the Jaguars (7 for 136, 15 targets) included a 54-yard Hail Mary. Erickson calls out the Houston schedule as the toughest for QBs/WRs rest-of-season.
• Line Play and Ceiling: “I think this could be a peak for him just based on how well he’s always performing against the Jaguars.” He doubts Collins can break past his current ceiling given the offense’s issues.
• Suggested Returns: If possible, try trading Collins for Jalen Waddle, George Pickens, or Ladd McConkey.

“I just really am concerned about this Texans’ offensive line rest of season... The schedule... is a zero star rating, dead last among all teams.”
— Andrew Erickson (19:08)

Timestamps:

• Collins section: [18:27 – 23:32]

6. Quick Hits: Quarterbacks and Tight Ends

Buy: Trey McBride (Arizona Cardinals)

• Championship-Winning Ceiling: McBride faces the Bengals (league-worst to TEs) in Week 17 and is already producing at an elite level (TE1-3 for four straight weeks). “You might need to get McBride to win the ship this year,” Erickson says.
• Aggressive Trade Approach: Be ready to pay up, possibly with a top RB/WR, to acquire McBride for the playoff run.
• Kyler Murray Caveat: If Kyler returns by Week 17, McBride loses some appeal.

Sell: Caleb Williams

• Two recent soft matchups bump his stats, but the rest-of-season schedule is tough (Vikings, Packers twice). He’s too boom/bust to trust (only top-10 or below QB20 finishes all year).

“If we’re getting more up-and-down playing, he’s not making as many plays with his legs—that concerns me about his ceiling.”
— Andrew Erickson (26:32)

Timestamps:

• McBride & Williams: [23:43 – 28:17]

7. Listener Q&A Highlights

(selected for actionable value and notable quotes)

Should I trade Trayvon Henderson for Jordan Addison?

• Erickson: “Do not trade Travion Henderson. Do not trade away a league winner when he’s in your lap. Guys, don’t do it.” [28:49]

Package Sutton + McMillan for an Upgrade?

• Target Waddle or Higgins (“Waddle would be one that I would look to target.” — Erickson, 29:36); Ladd McConkey is also a strong target.

Would you sell high on Olave? Buy low on Diggs?

• Erickson: “Yes and yes... Olave’s ceiling is high, but with a rookie QB, the floor can sometimes crumble. I’d definitely trade Olave for Diggs.” [30:50]

DK Metcalf a worthy trade target?

• “Yes. Really good schedule ROS for WRs, and he’s still the alpha.” — Erickson [31:21]

Must-have WR for the playoffs?

• Erickson: “Jalen Waddle.” [31:42]

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Buy-Low Communication:
  “Don’t just assume because you want a guy that his manager wants him too... We’re not mind readers, right? Go ask!” — Ryan Wormley (04:13)

• On Strategy:
  “You want that extra firepower in your fantasy lineup for the fantasy postseason... That’s what I’m chasing here.” — Andrew Erickson (05:44)

• On Jalen Waddle:
  “He’s wide receiver 10 on the season despite a slow start... there’s no reason to think that’s going away now.” — Ryan Wormley (09:30)

• On Rashid Shaheed:
  “Clint Kubiak can spend all week in the lab maneuvering and manufacturing touches for Shaheed. I think this is a monster potential game…” — Andrew Erickson (15:06)

Timestamps for Important Segments

• Jameson Williams (Buy) — 01:46 to 07:13
• Jalen Waddle (Buy) — 07:13 to 11:18
• Troy Franklin (Sell) & Rashid Shaheed (Buy Low) — 11:39 to 16:11
• Nico Collins (Sell High) — 18:27 to 23:32
• QB/TE Buy & Sell (Trey McBride, Caleb Williams) — 23:43 to 28:17
• Listener Q&A — 28:17 to 31:51

Summary Table: Buy/Sell Targets

| Player | Position | Buy/Sell | Main Reason | |---------------------|----------|----------------|------------------------------------------------------------------| | Jameson Williams | WR | Buy High | Usage/projected role jump; schedule; Dan Campbell’s play-calling | | Jalen Waddle | WR | Buy High | Consistency, rest-of-season schedule, underappreciated ceiling | | Troy Franklin | WR | Sell High | Touchdown luck, inefficient use, regression due | | Rashid Shaheed | WR | Buy Low | Explosive potential, great for stretch/playoff run | | Nico Collins | WR | Sell High | Monster game a mirage, brutal upcoming schedule; peak value | | Trey McBride | TE | Buy High | League-winning playoff ceiling | | Caleb Williams | QB | Sell | Inconsistent; schedule tanks rest-of-season outlook |

Final Takeaways

• Chase upside as the playoffs approach, even at the cost of floor.
• Be proactive and ask about players—managers aren’t mind readers!
• Use positional depth to swing big moves for truly league-changing players.

For more trade advice, use FantasyPros’ Trade Analyzer and check rankings for rest-of-season perspectives.