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Week one of the fantasy football season has prompted trade analysis from several experts, focusing on players such as Kaleb Johnson, Trey Benson, and Marvin Harrison Jr. As fantasy managers review their lineups after opening games, expert recommendations suggest potential buy-low trade opportunities for those looking to improve their teams early in the season.
Regarding Pittsburgh running back Kaleb Johnson, Tera Roberts of OddsChecker said: “Kaleb Johnson’s value has already dropped, and Jaylen Warren signing an extension is the perfect opportunity to scoop in and buy Johnson on the low. Johnson’s upside is high, but he’s ultimately capped by the Steelers’ preference for a committee and Warren’s position as the 1A. Use that perception to your advantage. Johnson is ultimately a high-upside handcuff and can earn a significant role by outperforming Warren over time. Offer an aging, but productive, back like Aaron Jones.”
Andrew Erickson of FantasyPros added his perspective on rookie depth charts by stating: “Fade the Week 1 depth charts. There’s panic in the fantasy streets when it comes to rookie RBs, Jacory Croskey-Merritt and Kaleb Johnson. Both RBs are buried on their respective depth charts. Buy the dip. These PR depth charts tend to be more noise than fact. Two years ago, the Dolphins listed rookie De’Von Achane as RB3 on the depth chart. Don’t let a piece of paper change your entire outlook on a player. Trade WR depth to get Johnson. Croskey-Merritt is a bit trickier to trade for, as he could be inactive Week 1 (shoulder injury), so I think the move is to wait and see if he gets dropped after Week 1.”
Arizona running back Trey Benson also emerged as a recommended target for trades ahead of week one. Aaron St Denis of Fantasy Sports Advice Network commented: “My favorite buy-low trade candidate for the upcoming season is Arizona’s second-year running back, Trey Benson. Despite a quiet rookie year behind veteran James Conner, Benson’s potential to take over as the lead back is high. Especially when you factor in Conner turning 30 and coming off a career-high in touches last season, positive coach speak suggests a sophomore leap, making Benson a valuable target at a low cost. His upside mirrors that of a young Tony Pollard, offering a high ceiling potential RB1. I’d be willing to trade away a mid-to-late second-round pick in dynasty leagues or a player in a messy backfield like Travis Etienne Jr. or Tyrone Tracy Jr. to acquire him.”
Trevor Land from FlurrySports echoed support for acquiring Benson: “My favorite buy-low candidate heading into the season is Trey Benson. The Arizona Cardinals have the easiest strength of schedule for running backs in all of fantasy and James Conner is often plagued by nagging injuries. Benson’s stock has never been lower, which provides a great time to buy his shares. In dynasty, I think you can get him for a late second or mid third round pick, while in redraft, you can probably pick him up off of waivers.”
Fantasy football drafters who had high expectations for wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr., now playing for Arizona as well, received advice from Mark Ringo at Sleepers and Busts: “Don’t look at me like that. I can feel your look. Marvin Harrison Jr. didn’t live up to many fantasy drafters (and my) hopes or expectations last year (…). Sometimes it takes players a few years to make the leap (…). A lot of people wrote off another one of Ringo’s picks, Jameson Williams (…), last year at this time (…) I don’t know if it’s going to be this year, next year, or 2027 (…), but sooner or later Marvin Harrison Jr. is going to be a fantasy star (…). He’s just too talented and dedicated (…) not to reach his immense potential (…). Ringo would trade Jaxon Smith-Njigba or Ladd McConkey for Marvin in a straight-up swap (…), or even (…) Drake London for Harrison Jr., and (…) Braelon Allen or Jordan Mason.” This statement highlights faith that Harrison could eventually develop into one of fantasy football’s top performers.
As opening week unfolds across leagues nationwide, experts encourage managers not only to monitor player performance closely but also consider strategic trades based on projected upside rather than initial outcomes.
