2026 Fantasy Football Sleepers Identified by SportsLine Model
As August begins, the NFL Hall of Fame Game featuring the Cardinals and Panthers is approaching, signaling the start of Fantasy football drafts for 2026. Identifying potential sleepers is crucial for players looking to enhance their teams, particularly those who may have been overlooked in previous drafts.
Among the players highlighted by SportsLine's model are Lions tight end Sam LaPorta and Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith. LaPorta, who had a record-setting rookie year, is expected to bounce back after a challenging 2025 season, particularly with increased red-zone opportunities following the departure of David Montgomery. Smith, now the top wideout for the Eagles after A.J. Brown's trade, is projected to have a breakout season with a significant increase in targets.
SportsLine's model has a history of accurately predicting player performances, including last year's success with De'Von Achane. The model has simulated the entire NFL season 10,000 times to provide its latest Fantasy football rankings, which include various sleepers, breakouts, and busts for the upcoming season.
