Evan Tarracciano· Aug 11, 2026
Tarracciano argues kickers deserve more draft attention and names his 2026 kicker targets: Brandon Aubrey as the top kicker on the board, Cameron Dicker with a chance to finish as the No. 1 kicker, Cam Little for strong production, Jason Myers for volume-driven relevance, Evan McPherson as a dark horse top-five kicker, and Chase McLaughlin as a bounce-back with more opportunity.
“Even factoring possible regression with Dallas scoring more touchdowns and attempting fewer field goals, he is the top choice on the board.”
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7 checkable claims — 3 positional finishes, 3 sleeper calls and 1 surprise team call — each graded on its own rather than as one all-or-nothing bet.
It names 12 players and teams, each linked to their own record.
None of them have settled yet — they grade once their results are in.
Of the 1 unsettled call enough other pundits have weighed in on, this one lands below the rest of the room.
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Cameron Dicker to finish top 1 at his position, by fantasy points
“look for this offense to operate on all cylinders, giving Dicker an outside chance to finish as the top kicker in 2026.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Sleeper CallsCam LittleJacksonville JaguarsAug 11, 2026
Cam Little to outplay his draft cost
“Playing on a team capable of moving the ball offensively coupled with a mid-range defense that surrenders points, Little should be counted on again for strong production.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Positional FinishesBrandon AubreyDallas CowboysAug 11, 2026
Brandon Aubrey to finish top 1 at his position, by fantasy points
“Brandon Aubrey has finished as a top-three option in each of the last three seasons and remains the most logical choice for managers wishing to prioritize the position... he is the top choice on the board.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
Evan McPherson to finish top 5 at his position, by fantasy points
“look for the Bengals to give McPherson more attempts this season, making him a dark horse to crack the top five.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
Chase McLaughlin to outplay his draft cost
“I'm looking for this offense to revert to form and give McLauglin more opportunities in 2026.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Sleeper CallsJason MyersSeattle SeahawksAug 11, 2026
Jason Myers to outplay his draft cost
“Seattle's willingness to "take the points" whenever possible puts Myers in a good position for relevance.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Surprise Team CallsJacksonville JaguarsAug 11, 2026
Jacksonville Jaguars to beat expectations
“I fully expect Jacksonville to make a leap forward with their offensive production this year.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
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