In this weekly feature, Fantasy Insanity’s Drew Loftis keeps an eye on player trade values:
Going up
Terrance West, RB, Browns
After favorable matchups the next two weeks (Texans, Falcons), he gets tough draw the next two (Colts, Bills). But he ends fantasy season against defensive pushovers in the Bengals and Panthers. Worth a healthy price if you’re need RB to put you over the top.
Martavis Bryant, WR, Steelers
Numbers this week inflated by 80-yard score. But his outstanding production since first getting on the field four games ago (six TDs, 310 yards) gives you bargaining power. Make another owner think Bryant can continue at this unsustainable pace and get a valuable piece in return.
Going down
Reggie Bush, RB, Lions
The good news is, Bush averaged five yards every time he touched the ball. The bad news is, he only touched it five times. He is a boom-or-bust player who relies on big plays, and though his use likely will increase (this was his first game since Week 5 due to an ankle injury), it won’t be enough to confidently put him in your lineup. Pass if he is offered.
Jay Cutler, QB, Bears
Has been miserable virtually since halftime of Week 5, save some garbage time vs. the Patriots in Week 8. Despite some favorable upcoming matchups, don’t take the bait. He can’t be trusted.
