Andrew Erickson· Sep 16, 2026
In his Week 2 'Beyond the Waiver Wire' column, Erickson makes a long series of buy/sell/add calls on individual players (sleepers vs. busts), plus a few specific role, availability and outlook predictions — notably that Jahmyr Gibbs scores again Thursday night, that Drew Lock remains Seattle's starter, and that Kenneth Walker III leads the NFL in rushing yards.
“Nobody should be panicked about the No. 3 consensus pick in 2026 fantasy football drafts.”
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109 checkable claims — 54 sleeper calls, 23 depth chart calls, 23 fantasy bust calls, 3 positional finishes, 2 availability calls, 2 fantasy defense calls, 1 player season number and 1 roster spot call — each graded on its own rather than as one all-or-nothing bet.
It names 130 players and teams, each linked to their own record.
None of them have settled yet — they grade once their results are in.
Of the 25 unsettled calls enough other pundits have weighed in on, this one lands below the rest of the room on every one.
Where this call stands in the room
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Who this take is about
- Michael Mayer
- Las Vegas Raiders
- Tre Harris
- Los Angeles Chargers
- Jameson Williams
- Detroit Lions
- Amon-Ra St. Brown
- Nico Collins
- Houston Texans
- Christian Watson
- Green Bay Packers
- Matthew Golden
- Tucker Kraft
- Devaughn Vele
- New Orleans Saints
- Elijah Sarratt
- Baltimore Ravens
- Mark Andrews
- Pat Freiermuth
- Pittsburgh Steelers
- DK Metcalf
- Chuba Hubbard
- Carolina Panthers
- Jonathon Brooks
- Tetairoa McMillan
- Drake London
- Atlanta Falcons
- T.J. Hockenson
- Minnesota Vikings
- Colston Loveland
- Chicago Bears
- Jahdae Walker
- Kalif Raymond
- David Njoku
- Keaton Mitchell
- Omarion Hampton
- Bhayshul Tuten
- Jacksonville Jaguars
- Brian Thomas Jr.
- Pat Bryant
- Denver Broncos
- Jadarian Price
- Seattle Seahawks
- Drew Lock
- Cooper Kupp
- Marvin Harrison Jr.
- Arizona Cardinals
- Jeremiyah Love
- Malik Willis
- Miami Dolphins
- Jacory Croskey-Merritt
- Washington Commanders
- Jake Ferguson
- Dallas Cowboys
- San Francisco 49ers
- Kansas City Chiefs
- Rashee Rice
- Zay Flowers
- Romeo Doubs
- New England Patriots
- Rome Odunze
- Dalton Kincaid
- Buffalo Bills
- Ja'Marr Chase
- Cincinnati Bengals
- Mike Gesicki
- David Montgomery
- Dalton Schultz
- Braelon Allen
- New York Jets
- Garrett Wilson
- Adonai Mitchell
- Tyler Shough
- Travis Etienne
- Chris Olave
- Bryce Lance
- Rashod Bateman
- Mack Hollins
- Rhamondre Stevenson
- TreVeyon Henderson
- Denzel Boston
- Cleveland Browns
- Quinshon Judkins
- Harold Fannin Jr.
- Bucky Irving
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers
- Kenny Gainwell
- Kyle Pitts
- Michael Penix Jr.
- Dallas Goedert
- Philadelphia Eagles
- Wan'Dale Robinson
- Tennessee Titans
- Carnell Tate
- Tyjae Spears
- Tony Pollard
- Elic Ayomanor
- Travis Hunter
- J.K. Dobbins
- Jaylen Waddle
- Courtland Sutton
- RJ Harvey
- Evan Engram
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba
- Caleb Douglas
- Greg Dulcich
- Chris Bell
- Deebo Samuel Sr.
- Kaelon Black
- Mike Evans
- Terry McLaurin
- Kaytron Allen
- George Pickens
- Josh Downs
- Indianapolis Colts
- Emmett Johnson
- Travis Kelce
- Xavier Worthy
- Kenneth Walker III
- Malik Nabers
- New York Giants
- Isaiah Likely
- Tyrone Tracy Jr.
- Blake Corum
- Los Angeles Rams
- Kyren Williams
- Davante Adams
- Terrance Ferguson
- Colby Parkinson
- Jahmyr Gibbs
109 checkable claims in this take
Each one is scored on its own against the published methodology. A pundit naming several outcomes is graded on each, not on all-or-nothing.
- Sleeper CallsMichael MayerLas Vegas RaidersSep 16, 2026
Michael Mayer to outplay his draft cost
“Las Vegas Raiders — Add Michael Mayer ... making him the clearest goal-to-go weapon sans Bowers”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Sleeper CallsTre HarrisLos Angeles ChargersSep 16, 2026
Tre Harris to outplay his draft cost
“Given McConkey's injury, I think Harris is worth the speculative add”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Sleeper CallsJameson WilliamsDetroit LionsSep 16, 2026
Jameson Williams to outplay his draft cost
“Detroit Lions — Buy Jameson Williams ... it also signals a clear buying opportunity whenever he comes off a down performance”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Depth Chart CallsAmon-Ra St. BrownDetroit LionsSep 16, 2026
Amon-Ra St. Brown to be 1st on the depth chart
“Amon-Ra St. Brown remains Detroit's clear-cut No. 1 WR.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Depth Chart CallsJameson WilliamsDetroit LionsSep 16, 2026
Jameson Williams to be 2nd on the depth chart
“behind only St. Brown — real No. 2 WR volume worth tracking”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Depth Chart CallsNico CollinsHouston TexansSep 16, 2026
Nico Collins to be 1st on the depth chart
“Nico Collins is Houston's unquestioned No. 1 WR”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Sleeper CallsChristian WatsonGreen Bay PackersSep 16, 2026
Christian Watson to outplay his draft cost
“Green Bay Packers — Buy Christian Watson ... Christian WR1SZN.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Depth Chart CallsMatthew GoldenGreen Bay PackersSep 16, 2026
Matthew Golden to be 1st on the depth chart
“He had the clear true No. 1 WR role”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Sleeper CallsTucker KraftGreen Bay PackersSep 16, 2026
Tucker Kraft to outplay his draft cost
“Expect Kraft to ramp up as the season progresses, given that he was not in his typical full-time role.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Depth Chart CallsDevaughn VeleNew Orleans SaintsSep 16, 2026
Devaughn Vele to be 2nd on the depth chart
“it was clear from the get-go that he was the No. 2 pass-game option behind Olave in Week 1”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Roster Spot CallsElijah SarrattBaltimore RavensSep 16, 2026
Elijah Sarratt to make the roster
“I'd expect fourth-round rookie wide receiver Elijah Sarratt to be active next week.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Sleeper CallsMark AndrewsBaltimore RavensSep 16, 2026
Mark Andrews to outplay his draft cost
“But without Lane and now Flowers… Andrews is going to be out there. Even if he's cooked, he can still fall into the end zone and score.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Sleeper CallsPat FreiermuthPittsburgh SteelersSep 16, 2026
Pat Freiermuth to outplay his draft cost
“Pittsburgh Steelers — Add Pat Freiermuth”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Sleeper CallsDK MetcalfPittsburgh SteelersSep 16, 2026
DK Metcalf to outplay his draft cost
“Hold DK Metcalf ... treat this week's box score as an outlier given the underlying volume. The production will come”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Fantasy Bust CallsChuba HubbardCarolina PanthersSep 16, 2026
Chuba Hubbard to fall short of his draft cost
“Sell Chuba Hubbard ... If you can cash out after the 2-touchdown performance (or flip Hubbard for Brooks straight up), that's the move I'd like to make.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Sleeper CallsJonathon BrooksCarolina PanthersSep 16, 2026
Jonathon Brooks to outplay his draft cost
“But I expect Brooks' role to grow ... I think the backfield gap between Hubbard and Brooks will close as the season progresses.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Sleeper CallsTetairoa McMillanCarolina PanthersSep 16, 2026
Tetairoa McMillan to outplay his draft cost
“McMillan's real volume (8 targets, 75 yards) came up empty on scores, making him a clean positive-regression buy, should he find the end zone in Week 2”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Sleeper CallsDrake LondonAtlanta FalconsSep 16, 2026
Drake London to outplay his draft cost
“Buy Drake London ... Buy low on London before he gets his QB1 back under center.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Sleeper CallsT.J. HockensonMinnesota VikingsSep 16, 2026
T.J. Hockenson to outplay his draft cost
“The Week 2 shootout game script makes Hockenson a viable waiver wire option.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Sleeper CallsColston LovelandChicago BearsSep 16, 2026
Colston Loveland to outplay his draft cost
“Chicago Bears — Buy Colston Loveland ... Loveland is the ultimate buy-low target”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Fantasy Bust CallsJahdae WalkerChicago BearsSep 16, 2026
Jahdae Walker to fall short of his draft cost
“Jahdae Walker scored on zero underlying volume — don't chase it.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Fantasy Bust CallsKalif RaymondChicago BearsSep 16, 2026
Kalif Raymond to fall short of his draft cost
“Kalif Raymond led the team with 9 targets ... Do not chase.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Sleeper CallsDavid NjokuLos Angeles ChargersSep 16, 2026
David Njoku to outplay his draft cost
“Add David Njoku ... I think Harris is worth the speculative add, along with David Njoku.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
Keaton Mitchell to be 2nd on the depth chart
“clearly the Chargers' clear-cut No. 2 RB/change-of-pace role behind Hampton's 32 snaps”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Sleeper CallsOmarion HamptonLos Angeles ChargersSep 16, 2026
Omarion Hampton to outplay his draft cost
“Can't see the Chargers not utilizing him as the primary red-zone threat ... the next two weeks should be very good for his touchdown appeal”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Sleeper CallsBhayshul TutenJacksonville JaguarsSep 16, 2026
Bhayshul Tuten to outplay his draft cost
“Jacksonville Jaguars — Buy Bhayshul Tuten”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
“He left with an injury but is expected to play in Week 2.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Sleeper CallsPat BryantDenver BroncosSep 16, 2026
Pat Bryant to outplay his draft cost
“Add Pat Bryant”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Fantasy Bust CallsJadarian PriceSeattle SeahawksSep 16, 2026
Jadarian Price to fall short of his draft cost
“Sell Jadarian Price ... I'm concerned that Seattle will continue to deploy a committee and reintroduce Charbonnet when he returns to the lineup.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Depth Chart CallsDrew LockSeattle SeahawksSep 16, 2026
Drew Lock to be 1st on the depth chart
“Lock is the Week 2-and-beyond starter (pending another injury or a colossal implosion).”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Depth Chart CallsCooper KuppSeattle SeahawksSep 16, 2026
Cooper Kupp to be 2nd on the depth chart
“Kupp operated as the No. 2 WR, ahead of Rashid Shaheed”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
Marvin Harrison Jr. to fall short of his draft cost
“Sell Marvin Harrison Jr. ... No projected layup targets for Harrison make him a fringe fantasy football receiver.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Sleeper CallsJeremiyah LoveArizona CardinalsSep 16, 2026
Jeremiyah Love to outplay his draft cost
“Buy Jeremiyah Love ... Great for his season-long outlook that the team is not automatically using the veteran in goal-line situations.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Sleeper CallsMalik WillisMiami DolphinsSep 16, 2026
Malik Willis to outplay his draft cost
“Add Malik Willis ... which makes him fantasy-viable across all matchups”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
Jacory Croskey-Merritt to be 1st on the depth chart
“Jacory Croskey-Merritt is the clear early-down/goal-line back (49% snap share, 16 carries...)”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Fantasy Bust CallsJake FergusonDallas CowboysSep 16, 2026
Jake Ferguson to fall short of his draft cost
“Sell Jake Ferguson ... he simply does not produce (unless he scores) when Lamb/Pickens are in the lineup”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Depth Chart CallsJake FergusonDallas CowboysSep 16, 2026
Jake Ferguson to be 1st on the depth chart
“He is Dallas' clear No. 1 TE”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Fantasy Defense CallsSan Francisco 49ersSep 16, 2026
San Francisco 49ers defense to finish ? among fantasy defenses
“The 49ers' schedule is very good; the next two weeks are against Miami and Arizona. Make sure to add their D/ST this week off waivers.”
Too vague to check — we could not tell what would count as right.
- Fantasy Defense CallsKansas City ChiefsSep 16, 2026
Kansas City Chiefs defense to finish ? among fantasy defenses
“Schedule is great for the Chiefs DST over the next three weeks. Add them.”
Too vague to check — we could not tell what would count as right.
- Sleeper CallsRashee RiceKansas City ChiefsSep 16, 2026
Rashee Rice to outplay his draft cost
“his touchdown equity is real given how much the Chiefs like to use him in the red zone. He has a much better matchup in Week 2.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Availability CallsZay FlowersBaltimore RavensSep 16, 2026
“Adam Schefter reported it's probably unrealistic to expect him in Week 2.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
Romeo Doubs to fall short of his draft cost
“Hollins clearly has his quarterback's trust. Doubs? That remains to be seen. Keep in mind Hollins was playing ahead of Doubs even before A.J. Brown's injury.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Sleeper CallsRome OdunzeChicago BearsSep 16, 2026
Rome Odunze to outplay his draft cost
“A big-play/boom-or-bust profile that could prove very profitable against the Vikings' defense”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Sleeper CallsDalton KincaidBuffalo BillsSep 16, 2026
Dalton Kincaid to outplay his draft cost
“Buffalo Bills — Buy Dalton Kincaid”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Sleeper CallsJa'Marr ChaseCincinnati BengalsSep 16, 2026
Ja'Marr Chase to outplay his draft cost
“Cincinnati Bengals — Buy Ja'Marr Chase ... Nobody should be panicked about the No. 3 consensus pick in 2026 fantasy football drafts.','draftCost':'No. 3 consensus pick”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Fantasy Bust CallsMike GesickiCincinnati BengalsSep 16, 2026
Mike Gesicki to fall short of his draft cost
“It seems like malpractice to chase Gesicki's production even after the Texans got cooked by Dalton Kincaid in Week 1. ... Do not overinflate his Week 1 performance.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Fantasy Bust CallsDavid MontgomeryHouston TexansSep 16, 2026
David Montgomery to fall short of his draft cost
“Sell David Montgomery ... suggests that Montgomery might be a prime sell-high candidate.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Sleeper CallsDalton SchultzHouston TexansSep 16, 2026
Dalton Schultz to outplay his draft cost
“Add Dalton Schultz ... That likely won't be the case next week, given the Bengals' defense, which has the opposite reputation against tight ends.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Sleeper CallsBraelon AllenNew York JetsSep 16, 2026
Braelon Allen to outplay his draft cost
“New York Jets — Add Braelon Allen”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Depth Chart CallsGarrett WilsonNew York JetsSep 16, 2026
Garrett Wilson to be 1st on the depth chart
“Meanwhile, Wilson was the clear-cut alpha receiver for the Jets.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Sleeper CallsAdonai MitchellNew York JetsSep 16, 2026
Adonai Mitchell to outplay his draft cost
“points to a low-volume, high-ceiling complementary piece worth buying into for target growth as his route diet expands”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Sleeper CallsTyler ShoughNew Orleans SaintsSep 16, 2026
Tyler Shough to outplay his draft cost
“Add Tyler Shough ... Shough can be added off waivers if you need a quarterback streamer”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
Travis Etienne to fall short of his draft cost
“Sell Travis Etienne Jr. ... This is extremely concerning for Etienne's long-term outlook”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Sleeper CallsChris OlaveNew Orleans SaintsSep 16, 2026
Chris Olave to outplay his draft cost
“this reads as a positive-touchdown-regression candidate ... a name to buy into for scoring upside even off a "quiet" (in touchdown terms) Week 1”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Depth Chart CallsBryce LanceNew Orleans SaintsSep 16, 2026
Bryce Lance to be 3rd on the depth chart
“he was clearly the No. 3WR on the offense”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Sleeper CallsRashod BatemanBaltimore RavensSep 16, 2026
Rashod Bateman to outplay his draft cost
“Baltimore Ravens — Add Rashod Bateman”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
Pat Freiermuth to be 1st on the depth chart
“Freiermuth also played clearly ahead of Darnell Washington, more than doubling his routes (31 versus 15).”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Sleeper CallsMack HollinsNew England PatriotsSep 16, 2026
Mack Hollins to outplay his draft cost
“New England Patriots — Add Mack Hollins ... Hollins' versatility should also allow him to play a full-time role in 12 personnel without Brown”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
Rhamondre Stevenson to fall short of his draft cost
“Expect volume to come back down once Henderson is healthy; monitor his Week 2 status before treating Stevenson as an every-week bell-cow.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
TreVeyon Henderson to outplay his draft cost
“Would expect Henderson to step into a substantial role immediately”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Sleeper CallsDenzel BostonCleveland BrownsSep 16, 2026
Denzel Boston to outplay his draft cost
“Cleveland Browns — Add Denzel Boston”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
Quinshon Judkins to fall short of his draft cost
“Sell Quinshon Judkins ... Can't say we should expect different results in Week 2 versus a fierce front seven for Tampa Bay.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Sleeper CallsHarold Fannin Jr.Cleveland BrownsSep 16, 2026
Harold Fannin Jr. to outplay his draft cost
“At least he should see more volume against Tampa Bay”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Sleeper CallsBucky IrvingTampa Bay BuccaneersSep 16, 2026
Bucky Irving to outplay his draft cost
“Tampa Bay Buccaneers — Buy Bucky Irving ... it appears he can and will be used in the red zone”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
Bucky Irving to be 1st on the depth chart
“Irving is the every-down back; Gainwell the change-of-pace/passing-down piece”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
Kenny Gainwell to be 2nd on the depth chart
“Gainwell was in the backup role at a 46.2% snap share ... treat him as a change-of-pace back, not a standalone streamer”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Fantasy Bust CallsKyle PittsAtlanta FalconsSep 16, 2026
Kyle Pitts to fall short of his draft cost
“Sell Kyle Pitts ... The Falcons tight end is unplayable under the current quarterback room.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Depth Chart CallsDrake LondonAtlanta FalconsSep 16, 2026
Drake London to be 1st on the depth chart
“Drake London is and remains the unquestioned No. 1 WR by role”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
Michael Penix Jr. to be 1st on the depth chart
“points to a protection or play-design problem that should temper passing-game expectations for every Falcons pass-catcher until it's fixed — in the form of Michael Penix Jr. under center.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Sleeper CallsDallas GoedertPhiladelphia EaglesSep 16, 2026
Dallas Goedert to outplay his draft cost
“A clearly distinct and superior matchup read that should keep Goedert's touchdown equity elevated most weeks Hurts is playing well.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
Wan'Dale Robinson to fall short of his draft cost
“If you have to make a move this week, I'm fine cutting bait on Robinson.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Sleeper CallsCarnell TateTennessee TitansSep 16, 2026
Carnell Tate to outplay his draft cost
“Hold Carnell Tate ... But I want to hold onto Tate a bit longer.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Fantasy Bust CallsTyjae SpearsTennessee TitansSep 16, 2026
Tyjae Spears to fall short of his draft cost
“Neither back looks like they will be fantasy relevant anytime soon.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Fantasy Bust CallsTony PollardTennessee TitansSep 16, 2026
Tony Pollard to fall short of his draft cost
“Neither back looks like they will be fantasy relevant anytime soon.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Depth Chart CallsElic AyomanorTennessee TitansSep 16, 2026
Elic Ayomanor to be 1st on the depth chart
“Given that Calvin Ridley posted zero targets on a 65.7% routes-run rate, it might be a matter of time until he gets benched in favor of Ayomanor.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
Travis Hunter to fall short of his draft cost
“Treat him as a non-factor on offense until his snap distribution proves otherwise.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Fantasy Bust CallsJ.K. DobbinsDenver BroncosSep 16, 2026
J.K. Dobbins to fall short of his draft cost
“Sell J.K. Dobbins ... Without receiving work, he's touchdown-or-bust for fantasy purposes.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Sleeper CallsJaylen WaddleDenver BroncosSep 16, 2026
Jaylen Waddle to outplay his draft cost
“Buy Jaylen Waddle ... I'd buy low. Route participation and snaps were still high.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Fantasy Bust CallsCourtland SuttonDenver BroncosSep 16, 2026
Courtland Sutton to fall short of his draft cost
“Sell Courtland Sutton ... Not the same for Sutton. Just 2 catches for 11 yards on 5 targets.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Sleeper CallsRJ HarveyDenver BroncosSep 16, 2026
RJ Harvey to outplay his draft cost
“gives him a real weekly PPR floor even on limited rushing volume”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Sleeper CallsEvan EngramDenver BroncosSep 16, 2026
Evan Engram to outplay his draft cost
“He's an interesting tight end flier if Bryant is out.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Sleeper CallsJaxon Smith-NjigbaSeattle SeahawksSep 16, 2026
Jaxon Smith-Njigba to outplay his draft cost
“Buy Jaxon Smith-Njigba ... he will continue to produce at an extremely high level”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Sleeper CallsCaleb DouglasMiami DolphinsSep 16, 2026
Caleb Douglas to outplay his draft cost
“Add Caleb Douglas ... Exploding for nearly 100 yards in his first NFL action is a great sign of things to come for Douglas.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Fantasy Bust CallsGreg DulcichMiami DolphinsSep 16, 2026
Greg Dulcich to fall short of his draft cost
“Not fantasy-relevant unless target volume grows.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Sleeper CallsChris BellMiami DolphinsSep 16, 2026
Chris Bell to outplay his draft cost
“Chris Bell operated as the No. 3 WR but wasn't involved. Imagine he gets more ramped up”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Sleeper CallsDeebo Samuel Sr.San Francisco 49ersSep 16, 2026
Deebo Samuel Sr. to outplay his draft cost
“Add Deebo Samuel ... suggests Samuel has plenty of fantasy football appeal off the waiver wire heading into Week 2”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Sleeper CallsKaelon BlackSan Francisco 49ersSep 16, 2026
Kaelon Black to outplay his draft cost
“running back Kaelon Black needs to be rostered everywhere ... He might see plenty of work”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Sleeper CallsMike EvansSan Francisco 49ersSep 16, 2026
Mike Evans to outplay his draft cost
“Also bodes well for Mike Evans to keep doing what he does… score touchdowns.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Sleeper CallsTerry McLaurinWashington CommandersSep 16, 2026
Terry McLaurin to outplay his draft cost
“Buy Terry McLaurin ... Have to imagine McLaurin doesn't get blanked two weeks in a row with Dallas up next.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Sleeper CallsKaytron AllenWashington CommandersSep 16, 2026
Kaytron Allen to outplay his draft cost
“Add Kaytron Allen”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
Terry McLaurin to be 1st on the depth chart
“Diggs led in official volume, but McLaurin remained the clear No. 1 WR by role”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Sleeper CallsGeorge PickensDallas CowboysSep 16, 2026
George Pickens to outplay his draft cost
“marking him as Dallas' clear vertical/boundary threat — a name to watch for a big weekly ceiling as soon as Week 2”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Sleeper CallsJosh DownsIndianapolis ColtsSep 16, 2026
Josh Downs to outplay his draft cost
“Indianapolis Colts — Buy Josh Downs ... Worth watching as a buy-low candidate”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Sleeper CallsEmmett JohnsonKansas City ChiefsSep 16, 2026
Emmett Johnson to outplay his draft cost
“Add Emmett Johnson ... rookie Emmett Johnson also flashed big-time upside”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Fantasy Bust CallsTravis KelceKansas City ChiefsSep 16, 2026
Travis Kelce to fall short of his draft cost
“Sell Travis Kelce ... This could be one of his highest-yardage games of the year.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
Xavier Worthy to fall short of his draft cost
“We need to see something dramatically different before getting Worthy anywhere near fantasy lineups.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
Kenneth Walker III to finish top 1 at his position, by rushing yards
“I am feeling great about my Walker 30-1 ticket to lead the NFL in rushing yards.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
Kenneth Walker III to finish top 5 at his position, by fantasy points
“points to top-five fantasy running back upside as long as this role holds”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
Emmett Johnson to be 2nd on the depth chart
“He's a clear-cut No. 2 RB and handcuff to Walker”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Sleeper CallsMalik NabersNew York GiantsSep 16, 2026
Malik Nabers to outplay his draft cost
“Buy Malik Nabers ... He's a locked-and-loaded fantasy WR1 for the rest of the season.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Positional FinishesMalik NabersNew York GiantsSep 16, 2026
Malik Nabers to finish top 12 at his position, by fantasy points
“He's a locked-and-loaded fantasy WR1 for the rest of the season.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Sleeper CallsIsaiah LikelyNew York GiantsSep 16, 2026
Isaiah Likely to outplay his draft cost
“This is a buy-in given his route participation was still strong at 74%.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Depth Chart CallsTyrone Tracy Jr.New York GiantsSep 16, 2026
Tyrone Tracy Jr. to be 4th on the depth chart
“Tyrone Tracy Jr. was a distant No. 3 RB but fumbled. I imagine he continues to fall on the depth chart behind Najee Harris.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Sleeper CallsBlake CorumLos Angeles RamsSep 16, 2026
Blake Corum to outplay his draft cost
“Buy Blake Corum ... But Corum might continue to close the gap if he keeps impressing.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Depth Chart CallsKyren WilliamsLos Angeles RamsSep 16, 2026
Kyren Williams to be 1st on the depth chart
“A 63.2% snap share (vs. Corum's 22.8%) plus this usage make him the highest-priority/ranked Rams back going forward.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Fantasy Bust CallsDavante AdamsLos Angeles RamsSep 16, 2026
Davante Adams to fall short of his draft cost
“If Stafford's passing touchdown rate comes crashing down in 2026, Adams is expected to feel the biggest impact.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Sleeper CallsTerrance FergusonLos Angeles RamsSep 16, 2026
Terrance Ferguson to outplay his draft cost
“Hold Terrance Ferguson ... But he is still a stash in deeper formats.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Depth Chart CallsColby ParkinsonLos Angeles RamsSep 16, 2026
Colby Parkinson to be 1st on the depth chart
“Parkinson played the larger role (75.4% snap share, 60.7% route participation).”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Player Season NumbersJahmyr GibbsDetroit LionsSep 16, 2026
Jahmyr Gibbs to record 1 rushing tds
“We bet Gibbs' anytime touchdown in Week 1, and it's very much time to roll those winnings over into Week 2. ... Get ready for Super Sonic Gibbs.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
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- Ralph VacchianoDepth Chart Calls · Tua TagovailoaMiss · 0Vacchiano ranks all 32 NFL teams entering the 2026 season, with the Rams first and Dolphins last. He also flags the Giants as a potential surprise team with a top-10 defense, and notes Deshaun Watson won Cleveland's QB job while Tua Tagovailoa starts Week 1 in Atlanta.
- Chris BrockmanTrade and Signing Calls · Baker MayfieldHit · 100Brockman's season-preview overreactions: Fernando Mendoza becomes an Offensive Rookie of the Year finalist; Dak Prescott wins MVP and the Cowboys win the Super Bowl; Jesse Minter's Ravens win the AFC North; C.J. Stroud leads Houston to the AFC's No. 1 seed; Jonathan Taylor approaches 2,000 rushing yards; Baker Mayfield wins the NFC South, goes 12-5 and reaches the NFC title game while landing a $60 million-per-year deal; and Aaron Rodgers throws 35-plus touchdowns as the Steelers go 11-6 and win the North.
- Mike MoraitisTrade and Signing Calls · DaRon BlandHit · 100Moraitis names five Cowboys he expects to be playing their final season opener in Dallas in 2026: George Pickens (likely tag-and-trade or departure), Malik Hooker, Luke Schoonmaker, DeMarvion Overshown and DaRon Bland.
- Pat FitzmauriceDepth Chart Calls · Kyler MurrayHit · 100Fitzmaurice touts Kyler Murray as a value QB who will start Week 1 for Minnesota, Tyler Shough as the Saints' undisputed starter, and Juwan Johnson and Terrance Ferguson as late-round tight end targets.
- John ShipleyRoster Spot Calls · Jack KiserMiss · 0Shipley projects a full 16-player (plus one international/exemption spot) Jaguars practice squad for 2026, naming specific players at each position he expects to land there.
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The same kind of call, about other players and teams.
- Mitchell EisensteinSleeper Calls · Jayden HigginsMiss · 0Mitchell picked the Rams to win the NFC West, the Lions to win the NFC North at 12-5 over a 12-5 Packers team, and a Lions Super Bowl win over the Bills. He also tabbed Jared Verse as a dark-horse Defensive Player of the Year, Kenneth Walker as a fantasy league-winner, and Jameson Williams as a top-20 receiver.
- Chris WelshSleeper Calls · Christian McCaffreyHit · 100Welsh drafted Christian McCaffrey, Breece Hall, RJ Harvey, Tetairoa McMillan, Travis Hunter, the Rams and Saints receivers, Justin Fields (a top-10 QB), Drake Maye (QB10-14), Travis Kelce and Tyler Warren, while passing on Joe Mixon, the Commanders backfield, Tyreek Hill, Rashee Rice and Xavier Worthy.
- Pat FitzmauriceSleeper Calls · Christian McCaffreyHit · 100Pat Fitzmaurice gave draft-or-pass calls: reluctant drafts on Christian McCaffrey, RJ Harvey, Tetairoa McMillan (his WR16), Rashee Rice at a ninth-round price, Austin Ekeler, Chris Rodriguez, Chris Olave, Drake Maye (his QB8) and Tyler Warren, with passes on Breece Hall, Joe Mixon, Croskey-Merritt, Tyreek Hill, Travis Hunter, the Rams receivers and Justin Fields.
- Tom StrachanSleeper Calls · Tyler AllgeierHit · 100Strachan's favorite pick per round: Ja'Marr Chase at 1.01, Brock Bowers in round two, Jayden Daniels in round three, Davante Adams (double-digit TDs) in round four, then Xavier Worthy, Calvin Ridley, Jaylen Warren, Emeka Egbuka, Justin Fields, Zach Charbonnet and late-round fliers; his one player to leave every draft with is Tucker Kraft.
- Mason DoddSleeper Calls · Tyler WarrenHit · 100Mason went round-by-round with fantasy draft targets, headlined by CeeDee Lamb as a potential overall WR1 at pick six, Devon Achane as a first-round talent falling to round two, Trey McBride outscoring every round-three receiver, and Treveon Henderson as the one player he must leave every draft with.
- Manti Te'oSleeper Calls · Ladd McConkeyMiss · 0Te'o picks the Vikings as the ones who should be NFC North favorites, finishing one game ahead of Detroit, argues JJ McCarthy will outperform Sam Darnold's Minnesota season, and predicts Ladd McConkey climbs the Top 100 list.