Dynasty Fantasy Football Buy/Sells for Week 8: Rookie Edition

We’re basically halfway through the fantasy season. And the leaves? Well, folks, they are falling. (I think that’s a metaphor. Does that qualify as a metaphor? I dunno. I’m just so tired.)

Anyways, several weeks into the season, we now have a little more data and presumably much bigger feelings about this year’s rookie class. And those feelings may not match the ones we had this past summer.

Don’t get me wrong, a couple handfuls of games can’t predict an entire NFL career. But they can provide a glimpse toward where the road might be heading.

Here are three moves I’m trying to make in dynasty leagues with the 2026 rookie class this week…

Buys & Sells For Dynasty Fantasy Football Week 8

BUY: Jordyn Tyson | WR | NO

I talk a lot about acquiring players who are “out of sight, out of mind” in dynasty, because it can be a little easier to wrangle them away from their current manager. Think about it. Would it be easier to steal a slice of pizza out of your friend’s fridge? Or while they’re bringing it to their mouth? (This definitely qualifies as a metaphor. I think. But also… don’t steal pizza.)

No one has been more out of sight than Jordyn Tyson.

Though we haven’t seen the rookie take a snap in the NFL, he remains an extremely intriguing prospect with all the upside in the world. It’s just that his lower body hasn’t caught a break yet. And that’s why, seven weeks into the season, it’s probably time to open that fridge door and sneak that slice of pizza.

Tyson already had a lengthy injury history coming into the NFL, and he added another one (hamstring) to the list during training camp. So I understand any weariness you might have. But let me throw a couple of words at you: Christian Watson. The Packers receiver missed 20 games throughout his first four seasons with a variety of ailments, many of which overlap with those on Tyson’s health chart. He was internationally labeled “injury-prone.”

But now? Watson seems to have turned the corner and has become an auto-start when he’s on the field. (And let’s not forget he posted five top-15 finishes in his rookie season, as well.)

The two players are stylistically different, but the lesson remains the same: Don’t let immense upside slip through your fingers because you’re worried about something that can be extremely hard to predict.

SELL: Kenyon Sadiq | TE | WR

Let me start by saying I really liked Kenyon Sadiq as a prospect. In fact, heading into the NFL Draft, some could’ve rightfully accused me of leading the Sadiq hype caravan. And then the Jets happened. And holy hell did I start cranking that wheel as quickly as I could.

Although Sadiq has a trunkload of raw tools, he likely requires a whole lotta polish to reach his full potential as a pro. And I didn’t trust the Jets organization had the patience or tools needed to buff out his blemishes and turn him into a reliable, all-around tight end.

After seven weeks, I still don’t.

Sadiq popped off in Week 3 for 105 yards and a touchdown against an incredibly weak Lions defense, while Mason Taylor and fellow rookie Omar Cooper were sidelined. In the four weeks since, the newcomer hasn’t eclipsed 12 yards in a game. He’s barely outpaced Jelani Woods the last couple of weeks. Cooper is vastly outshining him.

There are whiffs of Kyle Pitts in the air. And just like with natural gas, when that scent crosses your nostrils, you should probably start running.

BUY: Jonah Coleman | RB | DEN

I’m revisiting my Jonah Coleman callout from a few weeks ago because he deserves more respect as a top-tier trade target.

Returning from a short stint on IR, the rookie led the Broncos backfield in snaps (50%), rush attempts (41%) and route participation (34%) against Arizona. Sure, RJ Harvey had the bigger fantasy day due to a 52-yard receiving touchdown, and J.K. Dobbins has more name recognition, but it’s only a matter of time before Coleman takes over as “the guy” in Denver.

He’s the only one on the roster with true three-down, workhorse potential, and the likelihood of the Broncos retaining all three of these running backs’ services next year is slim. As are Dobbins’ chances of staying healthy.

So whether it’s this year’s fantasy playoffs or next year’s regular season, this guy should provide a nice boost to your RB room. I’m sending offers for Coleman whether I’m a legitimate contender or have entered a full rebuild.