Top Tight End Sleepers for 2026 Fantasy Football Season

The NFL is entering the third week of preseason football, prompting fantasy football enthusiasts to prepare for upcoming drafts. This article highlights several tight end sleepers to consider for the 2026-2027 season.

Jake Ferguson, who finished in the top-10 last season, is currently being overlooked in drafts. Despite his strong performance with over 100 targets and a high catch rate, he is not being selected in 10-team leagues. Meanwhile, Isaiah Likely has joined the Giants and is expected to be a key player after previously sharing time with Mark Andrews. Likely's projected increase in targets could make him a valuable asset.

Chig Okonkwo, now with the Commanders, is anticipated to have a productive season, having previously shown reliability in the Titans' offense. Juwan Johnson, despite being drafted as the 16th tight end, had a strong season last year and could see increased opportunities with the Saints. Lastly, with George Kittle recovering from an injury, tight end Tonges may become a significant option if Kittle is unable to play at the start of the season.