FantasyPros Fantasy Football Podcast

Episode: Week 7 Buy Low + Sell High Wide Receiver Targets (Ep. 1774)

Date: October 15, 2025
Hosts: Ryan Wormley and Andrew Erickson

Episode Overview

This episode of the FantasyPros Fantasy Football Podcast dives deeply into week 7 "Buy Low" and "Sell High" wide receiver candidates, with some bonus analysis on quarterback and tight end options. The goal is to equip fantasy players with actionable trade advice to improve their teams for both the rest of the season and critical playoff runs. Ryan and Andrew provide nuanced takes rooted in player performance, context, and schedule outlook, with plenty of candid discussion and honest uncertainty regarding tricky decisions for contending and rebuilding teams alike.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Wide Receiver Buy Lows

Stefan Diggs (New England Patriots)

• Andrew’s #1 Buy Low (01:45)
  • Stats look underwhelming (3 catches, 28 yards, 3 targets last week), but Diggs had a 51-yard catch negated by a questionable penalty.
  • Despite knee surgery, Diggs is PFF’s 6th-highest graded WR and would be running at elite rates if not for missed opportunities.
  • Tied to impressive rookie QB Drake May. Favorable rest-of-season schedule.
  • Age is a concern, but Diggs remains highly productive and should see positive TD regression.
  • “He’s a screaming buy for me.” – Andrew Erickson (04:18)
• Dynasty Perspective (04:19)
  • Trading late 2nd round pick for him on a win-now team is endorsed as good value.
• Rest-of-Season Outlook (06:15)
  • Should finish as a strong WR2, “top 24 at minimum, if not top 20” – Andrew

Ricky Pearsall (San Francisco 49ers)

• Andrew’s “Caveated” Buy (08:17)
  • Monitor injury status closely; missed time but expected to practice.
  • Pearsall flashed early, was top 15 in receiving yards/game, and now potentially benefits with Purdy returning.
  • The injury-diminished defense and offense likely means more shootouts, boosting offensive passing opportunities.
  • “When he was on the field...top 15 receiving yards per game...Bro Purdy presumably taking his job back under center, which I think is going to happen.” (09:27)
• Trade Value (10:40)
  • Jacoby Myers-level asset or as a “throw in” on a bigger deal.
  • Consensus rest-of-season WR24 – higher than expected.
  • May be valued lower in trades than expert ranks suggest, presenting a buying opportunity.

2. Wide Receiver Sell Highs

George Pickens (Dallas Cowboys)

• Andrew’s #1 Sell (12:56)
  • WR3 in points per game, but major caveat: Ceedee Lamb’s return will reduce targets.
  • “I just don’t think the exact production right now is sustainable… if you can get someone to pay for that…I would try to at least entertain the idea of moving him.” – Andrew
  • Enjoyment and emotional attachment to breakout players is acknowledged, but maximizing value is key.
  • “He’s not a sell at any cost…all it takes is one offer.” – Ryan (15:34)

Philadelphia Eagles WRs: A.J. Brown & Devonta Smith

• Complex, Nuanced Holds/Sells (16:00)
  • Smith: Underperformed raw box scores but is more efficient than Brown in 2025—better catch rate, better yards per route run, more slot usage. Floor is higher if Brown or Dallas Goedert are out.
  • Brown: Getting volume but efficiency down (career-low 1.32 yards/route), rumors of trade, and tough matchup vs. Vikings looms (Vikings allow least points to perimeter WRs). With higher perception and trade value, he’s the preferred player to shop.
    • “A.J. Brown is going to get more [in return], so I’d rather sell Brown.” – Ryan (22:44)
    • “The floor with him has also been really bad. When you’re thinking fantasy playoffs, you can’t get stuck with an A.J. Brown dead game.” – Andrew (22:02)
  • If Brown is traded, Smith’s opportunities could rise considerably, so Smith is more a “hold for upside” while Brown is the sell-high.

3. Quarterback and Tight End Targets

Buy: Brock Bowers (Las Vegas Raiders TE)

• Coming off injury and missing games, but projects as a potential “league winner” if Raiders open up targets (e.g., if Jacoby Myers is dealt).
• Expected back by Week 9; managers tired of waiting can be targets for trades.

Sell: Mark Andrews (Baltimore Ravens TE)

• Has been touchdown or bust; out-snapped and out-targeted by Isaiah Likely in Week 6.
• Rumors of Andrews as a trade candidate create more uncertainty.
• “Mark Andrews has been rumored as a trade candidate... if he gets dealt. We’ve seen this before... Isaiah Likely ends up being a top 10, top five potential tight end option.” – Andrew (28:02)
• “I want nothing to do with him.” – Ryan (29:20)

4. Buy/Sell/Hold Trios Analysis

Wide Receiver Trios

• Brian Thomas Jr., Jaylen Waddle, Zay Flowers (34:04)
  • Buy: Zay Flowers (cheapest); Hold: Brian Thomas Jr. (arrow up); Sell: Waddle (if worried about Miami’s direction)
• Chris Olave, Michael Pittman Jr., Xavier Worthy (34:53)
  • Buy: Olave (elite usage, perhaps undervalued, trade rumors may boost outlook); Hold: Worthy (could see role grow, want more info post-injury); Sell: Pittman (Josh Downs’ emergence may cap ceiling)

Quarterback Trio

• Caleb Williams, Daniel Jones, Jordan Love (38:00)
  • Buy: Caleb Williams (rushing upside, favorable schedule post-Week 10); Hold: Love (steady opportunities); Sell: Jones (Colts worst remaining schedule for QBs per FantasyPros SoS)

Tight End Trio

• Harold Fannin, Mason Taylor, Kyle Pitts (40:04)
  • Buy: Fannin (out-performing Njoku, ascending rookie); Hold: Taylor (Jets pass-catchers depleted, Taylor could see volume); Sell: Pitts (missed his window, waiver wire fodder)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Stefan Diggs’ low stats week:
  “If that 51 yard catch stands… we’re not feeling any type of remorse for Diggs. So he’s a screaming buy for me.” – Andrew Erickson (04:15)

• On George Pickens as a sell:
  “He’s not going to be the number one in his offense anymore… if someone is playing full freight… then I would try to at least entertain the idea of moving him.” – Andrew Erickson (13:19)

• On A.J. Brown vs Devonta Smith:
  “If I’m going to sell one, it’s the guy that is ranked higher in rest-of-season consensus rankings, people are going to see that and they’re going to want more for that.” – Ryan Wormley (22:44)

• On tight end Brock Bowers post-injury buy window:
  “Whenever you’re making trades, you want to always be on the side…of someone that could really be a league winner…Brock Bowers has that.” – Andrew Erickson (25:48)

• On Mark Andrews’ future:
  “He’s the most touchdown or bust player ever…his other finishes: 52, 55, 34, 28. Like this is not a playable guy.” – Ryan Wormley (29:20)

Timestamps for Major Segments

• Stefan Diggs Buy-Low Deep Dive: 01:45 – 08:15
• Ricky Pearsall Buy-Low: 08:17 – 12:13
• George Pickens Sell-High: 12:56 – 15:59
• A.J. Brown & Devonta Smith Hold/Sell Nuance: 16:00 – 23:29
• Tiered Buy/Sell/Hold WRs: 32:04 – 38:00
• QB/Tight End Quick Hits: 24:17 – 32:00
• Tight End Buy/Sell/Hold: 40:04 – 42:12

Tone & Takeaways

The hosts provide candid, witty, and highly actionable fantasy advice, directly addressing the emotional and analytical challenges of making tough buy/sell decisions. There’s a realism and occasional uncertainty (“I am confused about them. AJ Brown is going to get more in return, so I’d rather sell Brown…”) that mirrors the tradeoffs fantasy managers make weekly. Injuries, team changes, and schedule outlooks are all part of the nuanced discussion. This is a must-listen (or read) for those seeking an edge and context as they navigate pivotal mid-season trades.

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