2026 Fantasy Football Rankings: Key Sleepers, Breakouts, and Busts Identified
The NFL preseason's second week commenced with matchups including the Raiders against the Texans and the 49ers facing the Chargers, as Fantasy football average draft positions (ADP) continue to take shape ahead of the upcoming draft weekend.
Top players being selected early include Jahmyr Gibbs, Bijan Robinson, and Ja'Marr Chase, while Christian McCaffrey remains a popular choice despite currently missing practice due to calf tightness. The SportsLine model, which accurately predicted Daniel Jones' breakout season last year, has simulated the entire NFL season 10,000 times to provide updated Fantasy football rankings for 2026.
Among the sleepers identified is Colts wide receiver Alec Pierce, who had a strong performance last season but is currently recovering from an ankle injury. The model also highlights Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart as a breakout candidate, while advising against drafting Chiefs running back Kenneth Walker III due to injury concerns and historical performance in Kansas City's offense.
