Trade deadline tactics that work in almost any league
Most fantasy trades fall apart before they begin. Here is a simple approach to the deals that get done.
By Marcus Bell · · 1 min read
The trade deadline is the last real chance to reshape your team, and most managers approach it the wrong way. They look for the deal that wins them the most value. A better question is which deal the other manager can actually say yes to.
Look at their roster first. A team that is thin at running back will pay more for depth than the rankings suggest. If you have a surplus at wide receiver, players like Drake London or Ladd McConkey can bring back far more from the right partner than they would from anyone else.
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Atlanta Falcons
Los Angeles Chargers
Los Angeles Chargers
Drake London
Bijan Robinson
Ladd McConkey
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Ewell Hoeger · 14 hours ago
What did you end up giving up in the deal?
Everett White · 6 hours ago
I would wait another week before deciding, personally.
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Yasmeen Koepp · 2 days ago
Tough call, but I think you have it right.