What is a Trade Value Chart?
A Trade Value Chart assigns numerical values to players in a fantasy league to represent their trade worth. These numbers help you evaluate whether a trade is fair, lopsided, or advantageous for either party.
The CBS Trade Value Chart is typically curated by experts, but the Artificial CBS Trade Value Chart uses AI algorithms, statistical analysis, and projections to calculate more objective and adaptive player values.
đ ď¸ How the Artificial Trade Value is Calculated
The chart is powered by artificial intelligence using the following inputs:
| Factor | Description |
|---|---|
| Player Performance Stats | Current and historical performance metrics (points per game, ERA, TDs, etc.) |
| Rest-of-Season Projections | AI forecast of how the player will perform for the rest of the season |
| Injury Status | Adjusts value based on current injuries and expected return |
| Positional Scarcity | Higher value for positions with fewer elite players (e.g., TE in fantasy football) |
| Schedule Strength | Evaluates upcoming opponents (e.g., defensive matchups, pitcher lineups) |
| Team Context | Quality of supporting teammates (e.g., QB for a WR, lineup for a batter) |
| Usage Trends | Recent volume increases or declines (targets, touches, minutes) |
| Market Sentiment | Real trade data from fantasy leagues (ESPN, Yahoo, Sleeper, etc.) scraped and analyzed using AI |
Each player is assigned a Trade Value Number (TVN), which reflects 1:1 trade worth.
𧎠Trade Value Number (TVN) â Scale Breakdown
| TVN Range | Tier | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 60â80+ | Elite Tier | Top-5 overall value, “untradeable” unless blown away |
| 40â59 | Star Tier | Every-week starter or elite multi-category contributor |
| 25â39 | Strong Starter | Solid weekly starter, second-best player in a fair deal |
| 15â24 | Flex / Rotation | Mid-level player, usually involved in 2-for-1 or upgrades |
| 5â14 | Depth Piece | Bench or rotation player, potential streamer |
| 1â4 | Flier / Injury | Low upside or injured stash; “throw-ins” for deals |
Trade Rule of Thumb:
If TVNs are roughly equal, the trade is fair. Slight discrepancies (Âą5 points) are acceptable based on team needs.
đ Example â Fantasy Football Trade Evaluation
Letâs say itâs Week 6 in a 12-team PPR league.
| Player | Position | TVN |
|---|---|---|
| Christian McCaffrey | RB | 75 |
| Tyreek Hill | WR | 65 |
| Breece Hall | RB | 40 |
| DJ Moore | WR | 24 |
| Tank Dell | WR | 15 |
| Dallas Goedert | TE | 13 |
| Elijah Mitchell | RB | 2 |
đ¨ Example Trade:
Team A trades:
- Tyreek Hill (65)
- Elijah Mitchell (2)
Team B trades:
- Breece Hall (40)
- DJ Moore (24)
Total Value:
- Team A: 67
- Team B: 64
đ˘ Result: Fair trade, minor edge to Team A, but DJ Mooreâs recent surge might balance it over time. Acceptable depending on team needs.
đ Customization for League Type
The Artificial CBS Chart can be tailored for:
- PPR / Half-PPR / Standard Scoring
- Superflex / 2-QB Leagues
- Dynasty vs. Redraft
- Auction Budget Adjustments
- Keeper Leagues with Contract Years
Each of these formats alters the value formulas. For example:
| Format | TVN Impact |
|---|---|
| Superflex | QBs get a 30â40% value boost |
| Dynasty | Young players (rookies, second-year) gain extra value |
| Standard Scoring | TD-dependent players get a bump |
| PPR | Target monsters like Keenan Allen or Ekeler rise sharply |
đ AI Output Example â Weekly Top 15 Trade Values (Fantasy Football, Week 6 PPR)
| Rank | Player | Pos | Team | AI TVN |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Christian McCaffrey | RB | SF | 75 |
| 2 | Tyreek Hill | WR | MIA | 65 |
| 3 | Ja’Marr Chase | WR | CIN | 63 |
| 4 | CeeDee Lamb | WR | DAL | 58 |
| 5 | Josh Allen | QB | BUF | 57 |
| 6 | Travis Kelce | TE | KC | 56 |
| 7 | Bijan Robinson | RB | ATL | 55 |
| 8 | Jalen Hurts | QB | PHI | 53 |
| 9 | Amon-Ra St. Brown | WR | DET | 51 |
| 10 | Alvin Kamara | RB | NO | 48 |
| 11 | Stefon Diggs | WR | BUF | 47 |
| 12 | Jonathan Taylor | RB | IND | 45 |
| 13 | Breece Hall | RB | NYJ | 40 |
| 14 | Mark Andrews | TE | BAL | 39 |
| 15 | Joe Mixon | RB | CIN | 36 |
đ§ Why Use an Artificial Trade Chart?
- Objective â No bias or recency overreaction
- Dynamic â Weekly updates reflect real-time changes
- Precise â More granular values for nuanced decision-making
- Customizable â Adaptable for every league setting