Evan Tarracciano· Aug 9, 2026
Tarracciano names four running backs — Jonathon Brooks, Rachaad White, Cam Skattebo and Rico Dowdle — as potential 2026 breakouts drafted as RB3/FLEX options, and expects Brooks, White, Skattebo and Dowdle to hold or take over lead-back roles on their teams.
“Dowdle should lead the Steelers in carries when all is said and done.”
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8 checkable claims — 4 depth chart calls and 4 sleeper calls — each graded on its own rather than as one all-or-nothing bet.
It names 8 players and teams, each linked to their own record.
None of them have settled yet — they grade once their results are in.
Of the 4 unsettled calls enough other pundits have weighed in on, this one lands below the rest of the room on every one.
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Jonathon Brooks · 2026 season28 calls from 11 pundits between 1 and 2. Evan Tarracciano said 1. the room's median is 1. not settled yet
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Rachaad White to be 1st on the depth chart
“becoming the Commanders’ new de facto top choice at the position, ahead of Jacory Croskey-Merritt”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
Rico Dowdle to be 1st on the depth chart
“Dowdle should lead the Steelers in carries when all is said and done.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Sleeper CallsCam SkatteboNew York GiantsAug 9, 2026
Cam Skattebo to outplay his draft cost
“There will be plenty of holes for Skatt to run through... I’m excited to see what he can accomplish with a full season under his belt.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Depth Chart CallsCam SkatteboNew York GiantsAug 9, 2026
Cam Skattebo to be 1st on the depth chart
“Skattebo is the unquestioned starter at the position”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
Jonathon Brooks to outplay his draft cost
“the Panthers are sure to give Brooks plenty of touches in 2026, affording him sneaky upside for managers willing to risk his injury history.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
Jonathon Brooks to be 1st on the depth chart
“it wouldn’t surprise me to see him usurp this job in short order, if he doesn’t just win it outright in the preseason.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
Rachaad White to outplay his draft cost (his current ADP)
“there is enough value here with White that I’m happy investing in him at his current ADP.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Sleeper CallsRico DowdlePittsburgh SteelersAug 9, 2026
Rico Dowdle to outplay his draft cost (our RB31)
“Currently ranked as our RB31 (compared to Warren, who sits at RB27), Dowdle has definite breakout potential”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
What others said about the same people
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- Garrett PodellTrade and Signing Calls · Stefon DiggsHit · 100An unsigned CBS Sports report frames Stefon Diggs as filling Washington's vacant No. 2 receiver role opposite Terry McLaurin after his reported one-year deal, expecting him in that spot in the 2026 passing game with Jayden Daniels.
- Bucky BrooksTrade and Signing Calls · Stefon DiggsHit · 100In a quarterback rapid-fire segment and later discussion, Brooks named starters for several clubs (Kyler Murray over JJ McCarthy in Minnesota, Shedeur Sanders in Cleveland, Tua in Atlanta, Jeremiah Love as Arizona's starting running back), called Chris Olave a No. 1 receiver, backed Stefon Diggs landing with the Commanders and Aaron Donald returning to the Rams, argued Baker Mayfield belongs among the top 15-17 quarterbacks, and published a top-five defensive tackle list topped by Jeffrey Simmons.
- Jason McIntyreTrade and Signing Calls · Baker MayfieldMiss · 0Filling in for Colin Cowherd, McIntyre argued the 49ers' window is closed amid a brutal injury list and record travel, floated a Bijan Robinson trade to the Bears, predicted the Lions can win the NFC North, doubted Atlanta is even a playoff team, said Baker Mayfield's Tampa run ends after this season, and delivered a top-10 quarterback ranking.
- Joe MarinoTrade and Signing Calls · Stefon DiggsHit · 100Marino projects DJ Moore to bounce back in Buffalo's offense with over 1,000 receiving yards (talking up around 1,200), and expects rookie cornerback Davison Igbinosun (IGB) to win a starting job opposite Christian Benford. He also thinks free agent Stefon Diggs ends up signing with Washington.
- Gregg RosenthalTrade and Signing Calls · Stefon DiggsHit · 100Rosenthal picked rookies he expects to start right away — a Steelers left tackle and Colts linebacker — said Terry McLaurin is Washington's clear No. 1 receiver, and said he wouldn't be surprised if the Commanders signed Stefon Diggs as a solid No. 2.
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