The 2025 NFL Season is over, but the dynasty season never ends. While this period during the playoffs and before the new league year is often quiet, it can be a time to make early moves to get yourself set for what’s to come. Over the next few pieces, I’m going to be looking at buys, sells, and holds at each of the key fantasy positions. Today, it’s wide receivers. I’ll be looking at two in each category that can help you get ahead of the curve as we head into 2026. Let’s dive in.
Buys
Pat Bryant, Denver Broncos
About: Call me a homer. Call it a hunch. Or ignore it altogether. But I think Bryant will take a leap in year two. The Broncos need more production at wide receiver. Bryant was a Third-Round pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, and it took him a while to get on track. I liked what I saw from Troy Franklin at times, but down the stretch, when the Broncos needed a play, they went to Bryant. When he was injured and off the field, it hurt the offense. I like Bryant to take a year-two leap, and he should still be cheap to acquire. He’s a bet I’m picking up this off-season.
Jauan Jennings, San Francisco 49ers
About: For years, Jennings was the ultimate role player. Now, he appears to be the 49ers’ best receiver. Ricky Pearsall hasn’t developed enough—or learned to stay on the field—in his two years. Brandon Aiyuk has played his last down for the 49ers. That leaves Jennings as the best option. He’s an impending free agent, but I suspect the 49ers will work hard to bring him back. He has accounted for 203 targets and 15 touchdowns the past two seasons. If not with the 49ers, he’ll be a force somewhere. He is a great target to acquire for fantasy.
Sells
Xavier Legette, Carolina Panthers
About: While Tet McMillan took off as a rookie, Legette continues to fade. It could be a matter of missed opportunities. It could be that he doesn’t have what it takes to make it. Or it could just be a bad situation. No matter what it is, Legette isn’t getting it done for the Panthers on the field, and he isn’t getting it done in your fantasy lineup. He might be a hard player to sell, but I’m moving on this off-season.
D.J. Moore, Chicago Bears
About: Moore is a highly paid, talented receiver. He also looks to be the odd man out in Chicago. Luther Burden started to come on late, and Rome Odunze looks to have better chemistry with Caleb Williams. That’s not even accounting for the rise of Colston Loveland, who at times looked like the best Chicago pass-catcher. It wouldn’t be a shock to see the Bears move on from Moore this offseason, especially given the blame he seemed to receive in the wake of the team’s loss to the Los Angeles Rams. He’s still a big name, but he’s not providing big production in his current role with the team. I’m moving him this off-season.
Holds
Justin Jefferson, Minnesota Vikings
About: Jefferson long seemed like he was quarterback-proof. Then he spent a season with J.J. McCarthy. He finished as WR30 on the season. That is a far cry from the production expected and from his average draft position. With McCarthy back in 2026, I get the impulse to move on or seek some protection. But I’m holding tight. It was a disappointing season, but Jefferson is an immense talent. His quarterback play can’t get much worse than what we saw in 2025. It also seems the Vikings are moving toward adding some quarterback options and potentially a new starter to help this robust passing offense get back on track. I still believe.
Garrett Wilson, New York Jets
About: Yes, 2025 was a disaster. Wilson finished as WR64, averaging 9.1 points per game and missing ten games. If he was on your roster, it was likely a big bummer. But he got a big contract, which shows the Jets believe in him long term. He’s likely to have better health and a better offense in 2026. The Jets changed coordinators and will be bringing in a new option to start at quarterback this offseason. Much like Jefferson, these are changes that portend good things when paired with Wilson’s talent. I’m holding out hope in 2026.
Matthew Fox is a die-hard NFL fan and Broncos’ homer. He’s a member of the FSWA. You can find more from him on Twitter @knighthawk7734 or as co-host of the Fantasy Football Roundtable Podcast, a part of the Campus2Canton Network.
