Experts Highlight Fantasy Football Sleepers for 2026 Drafts

As fantasy football drafts approach, experts emphasize the importance of knowing which players to target. They suggest utilizing expert consensus rankings alongside average draft positions (ADP) to identify players worth drafting and those to avoid.

Among the notable sleepers is Stefon Diggs, who has joined the Washington Commanders after a successful 2025 season. Diggs ranked well among receivers in various metrics and is expected to play a significant role in Washington's passing game alongside Terry McLaurin.

Rashid Shaheed, who struggled after a midseason trade to Seattle, is anticipated to be the Seahawks' WR2 in 2026, despite potential competition for targets. Additionally, De’Zhaun Stribling is gaining attention following an injury to Ricky Pearsall, with expectations that he can contribute effectively to the 49ers' offense. Stribling's collegiate performance suggests he could be a valuable late-round pick.