Fantasy Football: Wide Receivers Experts Recommend Avoiding in 2026

As fantasy football drafts approach, experts have identified three wide receivers to avoid in 2026. D.K. Metcalf, despite being a notable player, has shown inconsistent performance, finishing outside the top 36 wide receivers in weekly scoring seven times last season. His analytics indicate struggles against different defensive coverages, leading experts to recommend drafting alternatives around his average draft position.

Rashee Rice has also raised concerns due to his off-field behavior, including a serious legal incident and subsequent probation violations. After averaging 6.4 catches and 71.6 receiving yards per game over the last two years, his current ADP of WR12 is seen as too high given his recent issues and recovery from knee surgery.

Lastly, Davante Adams is viewed as a risky pick due to a decline in efficiency and a career-low catch rate last season. With concerns about his age and injury history, experts suggest that his touchdown-dependent performance may not be sustainable, making him a player to avoid in drafts.