Nathan Jahnke· Aug 15, 2026

An unsigned PFF fantasy recap of preseason usage that projects depth-chart roles for several teams — Dotson as Atlanta's No. 2 receiver, Breece Hall as the Jets' clear lead back with high-end RB2 value, Omar Cooper Jr. fourth in New York's receiver room, and Miami's Caleb Douglas and Malik Washington atop the Dolphins' wideout depth chart.

“Hall enters the season as a high-end RB2 with a path to RB1 production if the Jets' offense exceeds expectations.”

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15 checkable claims — 12 depth chart calls, 2 sleeper calls and 1 positional finishe — each graded on its own rather than as one all-or-nothing bet.

It names 17 players and teams, each linked to their own record.

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Depth Chart Calls Kenny Gainwell Tampa Bay BuccaneersAug 15, 2026
Kenny Gainwell to be 2nd on the depth chart
“Tampa Bay rested its top two running backs, Bucky Irving and Kenny Gainwell.”
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Depth Chart Calls Malik Washington Miami DolphinsAug 15, 2026
Malik Washington to be 2nd on the depth chart
“Caleb Douglas and Malik Washington appear to be the top wide receivers on the Dolphins' depth chart.”
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Positional Finishes Breece Hall New York JetsAug 15, 2026
Breece Hall to finish top ? at his position, by fantasy points
“Hall enters the season as a high-end RB2 with a path to RB1 production if the Jets' offense exceeds expectations.”
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Depth Chart Calls Isaiah Williams New York JetsAug 15, 2026
Isaiah Williams to be 3rd on the depth chart
“Isaiah Williams served as New York's slot receiver in 11 personnel. Williams has been a standout during training camp and is expected to maintain a role in the offense during the regular season.”
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Depth Chart Calls Garrett Wilson New York JetsAug 15, 2026
Garrett Wilson to be 1st on the depth chart
“The Jets opened this game with Wilson and Adonai Mitchell as their top two wide receivers, which has been the expectation throughout OTAs and training camp.”
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Depth Chart Calls Breece Hall New York JetsAug 15, 2026
Breece Hall to be 1st on the depth chart
“This offseason, New York appears more focused on making Hall the focal point of the running game.”
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Depth Chart Calls Omar Cooper New York JetsAug 15, 2026
Omar Cooper to be 4th on the depth chart
“New York's rookie wide receiver appears to be fourth on the depth chart.”
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Sleeper Calls Adonai Mitchell New York JetsAug 15, 2026
Adonai Mitchell to outplay his draft cost (a late-round pick)
“Mitchell was already worth a late-round pick before this game, and his usage on the opening drive further solidified his role.”
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Depth Chart Calls Jahan Dotson Atlanta FalconsAug 15, 2026
Jahan Dotson to be 2nd on the depth chart
“Jahan Dotson is the Falcons' second wide receiver ... That leaves Dotson not only firmly in a starting role but also facing minimal competition for playing time.”
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Depth Chart Calls Jaylen Waddle Denver BroncosAug 15, 2026
Jaylen Waddle to be 1st on the depth chart
“Denver's new lead wide receiver, Jaylen Waddle, hasn't been practicing due to muscle tightness”
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Depth Chart Calls J.K. Dobbins Denver BroncosAug 15, 2026
J.K. Dobbins to be 1st on the depth chart
“Lead running back J.K. Dobbins left practice on Monday with a soft-tissue injury”
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Depth Chart Calls Adonai Mitchell New York JetsAug 15, 2026
Adonai Mitchell to be 2nd on the depth chart
“The Jets opened this game with Wilson and Adonai Mitchell as their top two wide receivers”
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Depth Chart Calls Bucky Irving Tampa Bay BuccaneersAug 15, 2026
Bucky Irving to be 1st on the depth chart
“Tampa Bay rested its top two running backs, Bucky Irving and Kenny Gainwell.”
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Depth Chart Calls Caleb Douglas Miami DolphinsAug 15, 2026
Caleb Douglas to be 1st on the depth chart
“Caleb Douglas and Malik Washington appear to be the top wide receivers on the Dolphins' depth chart.”
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Sleeper Calls Jahan Dotson Atlanta FalconsAug 15, 2026
Jahan Dotson to outplay his draft cost (a late-round pick in deeper leagues)
“his opportunity in Atlanta gives him a chance to put together his best season yet. He is worth a late-round pick in deeper leagues.”
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