2026 Fantasy Football Sleepers Identified by SportsLine Model
The 2026 Fantasy football draft season is underway, with significant activity expected during the second weekend of August. Identifying sleeper picks is crucial for success, as these players often provide value that others overlook.
Among the players highlighted by SportsLine's model are New York Giants tight end Isaiah Likely and Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith. Likely, now the primary tight end for the Giants, has shown promise and is projected as TE9, while Smith, who is expected to take on a larger role following changes in the Eagles' offense, is forecasted to be a top-15 wideout despite his current ADP of 38.
SportsLine's model has a history of accurately predicting breakout performances, including last year's success with De'Von Achane. The model has simulated the NFL season 10,000 times to provide its latest rankings and insights on potential sleepers, breakouts, and busts for the upcoming season.