Taking advantage of potential valuation trends in the trade market is imperative. That is even more true during the season when players can experience wild valuation changes on a week-to-week basis. Each week, I will be highlighting some players you should be looking to move or acquire and the reasons why.
The Houston Texans' offense has been one of the most exciting stories of the season through the first five weeks. CJ Stroud has been incredible, and the offense has far outproduced what most people have expected. Despite that, Pierce is languishing as the current RB32 in points per game, averaging 9.6 points per game. A considerable part of the issue has been the distinct lack of touchdowns. The NFL this year is averaging 1.59 passing touchdowns for every rushing touchdown. The Texans are averaging eight passing touchdowns for every rushing touchdown.
Pierce will likely see more rushing touchdowns through the year's second half. It is also encouraging just how much work he is seeing. He has seen a 68.6% opportunity share, which is the 11th largest in the league. Now may be the perfect opportunity to buy low on Pierce with regression due and a schedule of upcoming games that includes the Panthers and Cardinals. I would happily pay a contender's 1st for him right now, although, with his slow start, you may be able to temp him away for a couple of second-rounders.
