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We're now halfway through the NFL season, so it's a good chance to update my PPR rankings. These are tiered rankings organized by position. My rankings prioritize upside and downgrade injury concerns.
In this article, I'll identify players to consider trading away or acquiring to help you find trade targets and optimize your redraft lineups. These rankings account for overall volume and remaining schedule.
Below you'll find a few selections that will surely have you raising an eyebrow. Be sure to voice these concerns and come at me on Twitter @FAmmiranteTFJ! I can assure you that I'll be ready to provide insights behind these selections and we can engage in healthy debate.
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Quarterbacks
| Tier | Rank | QB | Previous Rank |
| 1 | 1 | Patrick Mahomes | 1 |
| 1 | 2 | Russell Wilson | 4 |
| 1 | 3 | Kyler Murray | 6 |
| 2 | 4 | Lamar Jackson | 2 |
| 2 | 5 | Justin Herbert | 17 |
| 2 | 6 | Deshaun Watson | 7 |
| 2 | 7 | Josh Allen | 6 |
| 3 | 8 | Carson Wentz | 15 |
| 3 | 9 | Tom Brady | 11 |
| 3 | 10 | Joe Burrow | 10 |
| 3 | 11 | Aaron Rodgers | 9 |
| 3 | 12 | Matt Ryan | 13 |
| 4 | 13 | Drew Brees | 18 |
| 4 | 14 | Ryan Tannehill | 21 |
| 4 | 15 | Matthew Stafford | 12 |
| 4 | 16 | Cam Newton | 8 |
| 4 | 17 | Jared Goff | 22 |
| 5 | 18 | Ben Roethlisberger | 14 |
| 5 | 19 | Teddy Bridgewater | 24 |
| 5 | 20 | Daniel Jones | 16 |
| 5 | 21 | Derek Carr | 26 |
| 5 | 22 | Philip Rivers | 30 |
| 5 | 23 | Baker Mayfield | 25 |
| 5 | 24 | Kirk Cousins | 24 |
| 5 | 25 | Drew Lock | 28 |
| 5 | 26 | Tua Tagovailoa | 27 |
| 6 | 27 | Nick Mullens | N/A |
| 6 | 28 | Kyle Allen | N/A |
| 6 | 29 | Sam Darnold | 32 |
| 6 | 30 | Andy Dalton | 38 |
| 6 | 31 | Nick Foles | 29 |
| 6 | 32 | Jake Luton | N/A |
| 9 | 33 | Tyrod Taylor | N/A |
| 9 | 34 | Gardner Minshew | 19 |
| 9 | 35 | Jameis Winston | 35 |
| 9 | 36 | Jalen Hurts | 36 |
| 9 | 37 | Mitch Trubisky | 34 |
| 9 | 38 | Jarrett Stidham | 38 |
| 9 | 39 | Jacoby Brissett | 39 |
| 9 | 40 | Dwayne Haskins | N/A |
BUY HIGH: Justin Herbert has exceeded everyone's wildest expectations this season, ranked as QB5 in PPG so far. He has a great schedule down the stretch, with matchups against the Raiders (twice), Jets, Falcons, and Broncos. Herbert has a legit chance at turning in one of the best rookie seasons we've ever seen from a fantasy quarterback.
BUY LOW: Tom Brady is QB10 in PPG and he has a great chance to keep it up, as his schedule includes matchups against the Saints, Chiefs, Vikings, Falcons, and Lions. Some might be concerned with his age, which creates a buying opportunity. Brady looks like a Top-10 QB ROS.
SELL HIGH: Aaron Rodgers has been great this season, but he has some tough matchups coming up against the Colts, Bears, and Panthers down the stretch. While he should still be a Top-12 QB, you might be able to capitalize on his hot start to the season and acquire a better quarterback ROS.
SELL LOW: Cam Newton has really struggled of late and it sounds like the Patriots are prepared to treat this year as a lost season, making it a possibility for Cam to be benched for Jarrett Stidham. Try to trade Cam at a discounted price by selling his running upside to bolster your depth.
Running Backs
BUY HIGH: Antonio Gibson is currently RB19 in PPR PPG and his two best games have come in the last four. We can project an increase in passing game usage coming out of the bye (after all, he was a receiver in college). Either way, we should see positive game scripts against the Giants, Lions, Bengals, and Cowboys in his next four.
BUY LOW: Miles Sanders should be back following this week's bye, just in time for a stretch of games that includes the Giants, Browns, Seahawks, Packers, Saints, Cardinals, and Cowboys. We could see some shootouts in that set of games. Sanders was being used as a workhorse prior to injury - try to acquire him at a discount.
SELL HIGH: Todd Gurley has been touchdown-dependent, but the Falcons continue to feed him in the red-zone, resulting in Gurley leading the NFL in rushing touchdowns. While he should remain a solid RB2, you might be able to trade him for a superior back like Gibson or James Conner.
SELL LOW: Jonathan Taylor has been one of the biggest disappointments this season, currently ranked as RB20 in PPR PPG. He lost some work to Jordan Wilkins against the Lions - reports indicate that Taylor was banged-up with an ankle injury. Either way, Taylor hasn't really looked explosive this year - trade him to one of his many pre-draft supporters.
Wide Receivers
BUY HIGH: Keenan Allen is WR5 in PPR PPG since Herbert took over as the starter, as the rookie has peppered his WR1 with targets. Expect Allen to continue to provide WR1 production down the stretch, as the Chargers have a favorable schedule. Allen is a Top-5 WR ROS.
BUY LOW: Robert Woods is currently WR23 in PPR PPG, but Cooper Kupp is now banged-up with a wrist injury. If Kupp were to miss time, Woods would become the alpha WR1 for the Rams. Woods has two matchups against the Seahawks coming up, who have allowed the most fantasy points to wide receivers.
SELL HIGH: Calvin Ridley is no longer an elite WR1 as he has taken a backseat to Julio Jones in recent weeks. While the Falcons will continue to air it out, perhaps you can use Ridley's hot start to pick up a better option like Allen. Ridley is also banged-up with an ankle injury.
SELL LOW: Mike Evans has become a touchdown-dependent WR this season and things figure to get worse with Antonio Brown's arrival. While Evans should remain an upside WR3 due to his downfield ability, it looks like it's time to sell low on what is clearly a down season.
Tight Ends
| Tier | Rank | TE | Previous Rank |
| 1 | 1 | Travis Kelce | 2 |
| 2 | 2 | Darren Waller | 3 |
| 2 | 3 | Mark Andrews | 4 |
| 3 | 4 | Noah Fant | 10 |
| 3 | 5 | T.J. Hockenson | 9 |
| 3 | 6 | Jonnu Smith | 8 |
| 3 | 7 | Hunter Henry | 8 |
| 3 | 8 | Dallas Goedert | 20 |
| 3 | 9 | Rob Gronkowski | 18 |
| 3 | 10 | Evan Engram | 6 |
| 3 | 11 | Hayden Hurst | 14 |
| 3 | 12 | Austin Hooper | N/A |
| 3 | 13 | Robert Tonyan | 11 |
| 4 | 14 | George Kittle | 1 |
| 4 | 15 | Jared Cook | 14 |
| 4 | 16 | Mike Gesicki | 13 |
| 4 | 17 | Zach Ertz | 5 |
| 4 | 18 | Eric Ebron | 19 |
| 4 | 19 | Jimmy Graham | 21 |
| 4 | 20 | Trey Burton | N/A |
| 5 | 21 | Logan Thomas | 23 |
| 5 | 22 | Tyler Higbee | 15 |
| 5 | 23 | Mo Alie-Cox | 17 |
| 5 | 24 | Jordan Reed | N/A |
| 5 | 25 | Harrison Bryant | N/A |
BUY HIGH: Rob Gronkowski has regained his form and showcased his chemistry with Brady, scoring a touchdown in three consecutive games. With games against the Saints, Chiefs, Vikings, and Falcons coming up, we could see more shootouts and scoring opportunities for Gronk.
BUY LOW: Austin Hooper put up 23 targets in three games before missing the past two weeks due to injury. He's expected to be back in Week 10 following the Browns' bye. Try to pry Hooper from an unsuspecting player who is distracted by promising rookie Harrison Bryant.
SELL HIGH: Dallas Goedert looks likely to take over the role of primary tight end for the Eagles, but Ertz will be back within the next couple of weeks, so we need to temper our expectations. While Goedert should put up TE1 numbers, there are some who look at him as a Top-5 TE ROS. Take advantage of those optimists.
SELL LOW: George Kittle is expected to be out for eight weeks. Kittle is trying to come back early, stating that he would be ready in three weeks. Try to use this to gain some value out of him through a trade. Perhaps you can trade him to a top team that can afford to wait and believes he may come in handy if he returns for the last couple of games.
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