September 26, 2024 • 1hr 3min
Trade Targets + TNF Preview, Hungry For More! - Fantasy Football Podcast for 9/25
Fantasy Footballers - Fantasy Football Podcast
Key Takeaways
- The hosts recommend trading for Jake Ferguson (TE, Cowboys), George Pickens (WR, Steelers), and Brandon Aiyuk (WR, 49ers) as buy-low candidates with upside
- They suggest trading away Patrick Mahomes, Aaron Jones, and DJ Moore as sell-high options that may not sustain their current production
- Chuba Hubbard (RB, Panthers) is emerging as a viable fantasy option with 26 touches last week, but Jonathan Brooks' eventual return creates uncertainty
- Dallas Goedert (TE, Eagles) is poised for increased usage with injuries to other Eagles pass catchers
- The Cowboys-Giants Thursday night game features several must-start players including CeeDee Lamb, Malik Nabers, Dak Prescott, and Devin Singletary
Introduction
In this episode of the Fantasy Footballers podcast, hosts Andy Holloway, Jason Moore, and Mike Wright discuss fantasy football trade targets and players to potentially move heading into Week 4 of the NFL season. They analyze recent performances, upcoming schedules, and changing team situations to identify players to target in trades or potentially move off of for maximum value. The hosts also preview the Thursday Night Football matchup between the Cowboys and Giants.
Topics Discussed
Hungry For More: Carolina Panthers (6:00)
The hosts discuss the Carolina Panthers offense after Andy Dalton took over at quarterback:
- Chuba Hubbard had 26 touches last week and looks locked in as the lead back
- DeAndre Carter saw increased usage and production with Dalton at QB
- There's uncertainty around when Jonathan Brooks may return from injury and how he'll be worked in
Mike notes: "This team is going to throw the ball a ton. And Brandon Cooks, Jalen Tobert, they'll fit in here every once in a while. But Jake Ferguson is the number two option for this team."
Bucky Irving Emerging for Buccaneers (10:35)
Andy highlights rookie RB Bucky Irving as a player he's "hungry for more" from:
- Averaged 6.2 yards per carry through 3 games
- Head coach said he's earned more snaps
- Could enter flex consideration, especially with Rachaad White struggling
Dallas Goedert Poised for Increased Usage (13:30)
Jason is "hungry for more" from Dallas Goedert with Eagles pass catchers dealing with injuries:
- DeVonta Smith dealing with a concussion
- A.J. Brown's status uncertain
- Favorable matchup against Tampa Bay in Week 4
- Only tight end averaging over 10 fantasy points per game
NFL News (15:45)
The hosts discuss recent NFL news and injury updates:
- Austin Ekeler still dealing with concussion, unlikely to play Week 4
- Chiefs elevated Kareem Hunt to active roster, waived Clyde Edwards-Helaire
- Jalen Warren (knee) questionable for Week 4
- Evan Engram may not play for Jaguars in Week 4
- Tua Tagovailoa may not play Monday night for Dolphins
Trade Targets: Jake Ferguson (24:05)
Mike recommends trading for Cowboys TE Jake Ferguson:
- Saw 11 targets last week after returning from injury
- Was a red zone threat last season
- Cowboys passing game volume increasing
- Could be a reliable TE option rest of season
Trade Target: George Pickens (31:55)
Andy suggests trading for Steelers WR George Pickens:
- Passing the eye test on film despite low fantasy production
- Being used as a complete receiver, not just deep threat
- Clear #1 target in Steelers offense
- Could be acquired cheaply from frustrated managers
Andy notes: "The talent is there, the opportunity is there. I think he's going to be affordable, cheap and really good going forward."
Trade Target: Brandon Aiyuk (35:25)
Jason recommends trading for 49ers WR Brandon Aiyuk:
- Currently WR64 through 3 weeks
- Saw 10 targets last week
- Has top-15 WR potential in 49ers offense
- Value likely at lowest point right now
Trade Away: Patrick Mahomes (40:05)
Jason suggests trading away Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes:
- Currently QB13 through 3 weeks
- Chiefs offense not as explosive without Tyreek Hill
- Averaging 5 fewer fantasy points per game without Hill
- Name value could net significant return in trade
Jason notes: "Patrick Mahomes has not finished inside the top eight at the quarterback position since week seven of last year, and he only did it twice last year."
Trade Away: Aaron Jones (45:30)
Andy recommends considering trading away Vikings RB Aaron Jones:
- Performing well so far but several risk factors:
- 30-year-old running back
- In a committee backfield
- Vikings offense could regress
- Injury risk at his age
Andy explains: "I am not saying unload him. He's a ticking time bomb. I just think there are so many ways that I could see it go wrong."
Trade Away: DJ Moore (48:30)
Mike suggests potentially trading away Bears WR DJ Moore:
- Rookie QB situation creates uncertainty
- Other pass catchers emerging (Kmet, Mooney)
- Name value may exceed actual production
- Bears offense struggling overall
Mike notes: "I don't think that the production is going to get to the point where like, we're back to old DJ Moore, where he didn't have, where he wasn't just the, the one guy."
Cowboys at Giants Preview (52:45)
The hosts preview the Thursday Night Football matchup:
- Cowboys favored by 5.5 points, O/U at 45
- Devin Singletary a strong start against Cowboys poor run defense
- CeeDee Lamb and Malik Nabers are must-starts
- Jake Ferguson a solid TE play
- Other WRs on both teams are risky starts
Conclusion
The Fantasy Footballers hosts provided analysis on several potential trade targets and players to potentially move heading into Week 4 of the fantasy football season. They highlighted Jake Ferguson, George Pickens, and Brandon Aiyuk as buy-low candidates with upside, while suggesting Patrick Mahomes, Aaron Jones, and DJ Moore as sell-high options that may not sustain their current production. The hosts also previewed the Thursday night Cowboys-Giants game, noting several must-start players. Overall, the episode provided actionable trade and lineup advice to help fantasy managers optimize their rosters for the coming weeks.