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Depth Chart Calls

Scored under the published methodology, which sets out what counts as right, what a naive guess would have said, and why an earlier call is worth more than a late one.

Takes logged
4,603
Graded
475

10% settled

Average accuracy
89.3

out of 100

Pundits
426

have made one

How these calls land

Every graded call of this kind, bucketed by score.

Takes in each band

020406080
0 — dead wrongscore out of 100100 — nailed it
420 scored 80+24 scored under 40

Settled or waiting

475 / 4,603

graded

4,128 still pending

Who is good at depth chart calls

MissedTakes score for this kind of prediction only — accuracy measured against what a naive guess would have scored. Zero means no better than guessing.

provisionalRatings this early are samples, not reputations — the methodology sets out how many articles it takes before we call one settled.

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Every depth chart calls take

51–75 of 4,603

  • PendingRich HribarDepth Chart Calls

    Tua Tagovailoa to be 1st on the depth chart

    Right now, Tua Tagovailoa is at the top of the depth chart for Week 2, but we will have to track his status throughout the week.

    Tua TagovailoaAtlanta Falcons

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 16, 2026the article →
  • PendingMike GarafoloDepth Chart Calls

    Deshaun Watson to be 1st on the depth chart

    They'll probably start him again next week at home in week three.

    Deshaun WatsonCleveland Browns

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 16, 2026the article →
  • PendingMike GarafoloDepth Chart Calls

    Cooper Rush to be 1st on the depth chart

    what are you hearing about the starting quarterback for week two?... I would not be surprised if it's, Cooper Rush one more time.

    Cooper RushAtlanta Falcons

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 16, 2026the article →
  • PendingChris BrockmanDepth Chart Calls

    Isaiah Likely to be 2nd on the depth chart

    Nice weapon for Jackson Dart. Seemingly their number two pass catcher, after Malik Neighbors

    Isaiah LikelyNew York Giants

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 16, 2026the article →
  • PendingRich HribarDepth Chart Calls

    Jalen Hurts to be 1st on the depth chart

    Hurts is a QB1 option for Week 2 ; the question is how much of a ceiling can he cash in?

    Jalen HurtsPhiladelphia Eagles

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 16, 2026the article →
  • PendingRich HribarDepth Chart Calls

    Cam Ward to be 2nd on the depth chart

    Ward is a back-end QB2 option here.

    Cam WardTennessee Titans

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 16, 2026the article →
  • PendingRyan KirkseyDepth Chart Calls

    Jalen Coker to be 1st on the depth chart

    Tetairoa McMillan is the No. 1 WR for Carolina, but Coker may be in the process of taking over that honor.

    Jalen CokerCarolina Panthers

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 16, 2026
  • PendingFantasyProsDepth Chart Calls

    Michael Penix Jr. to be 1st on the depth chart

    “Michael Penix will return for Atlanta, and while he is unspectacular, the results with London last year cannot be denied.”

    Michael Penix Jr.Atlanta Falcons

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 16, 2026
  • PendingFantasyProsDepth Chart Calls

    Dontayvion Wicks to be 2nd on the depth chart

    “With AJ Brown traded away, Wicks is easily the WR2 on a team that should put up a lot of points this season.”

    Dontayvion WicksPhiladelphia Eagles

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 16, 2026
  • PendingFantasyProsDepth Chart Calls

    Romeo Doubs to be 1st on the depth chart

    “with AJ Brown now on IR and expected to miss at least 6 weeks with a high ankle sprain, Doubs should assume the WR1 role for the Patriots.”

    Romeo DoubsNew England Patriots

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 16, 2026
  • PendingPat FitzmauriceDepth Chart Calls

    Shedeur Sanders to be 1st on the depth chart

    “It won’t be long before the Browns bench Watson for Shedeur Sanders”

    Shedeur SandersCleveland Browns

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 16, 2026the article →
  • PendingEric WilliamsDepth Chart Calls

    Josaiah Stewart to be 1st on the depth chart

    Fellow pass rusher Josaiah Stewart, who will replace an injured Garrett in the starting lineup

    Josaiah StewartLos Angeles Rams

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 16, 2026the article →
  • PendingGordon McGuinnessDepth Chart Calls

    Fernando Mendoza to be 1st on the depth chart

    while the win over the Miami Dolphins should quiet calls for Fernando Mendoza in the short term, it still feels like a matter of when, not if, the rookie gets his opportunity

    Fernando MendozaLas Vegas Raiders

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 16, 2026
  • PendingIan RapoportDepth Chart Calls

    Carson Wentz to be 1st on the depth chart

    If Wentz keeps playing well and winning, he could end up hanging onto the job even after Murray is cleared to return. Ian Rapoport of NFL Network floated that idea on Tuesday night.

    Carson WentzMinnesota Vikings

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 16, 2026the article →
  • PendingGarrett PodellDepth Chart Calls

    Fernando Mendoza to be 1st on the depth chart

    Cousins may be a temporary stand-in for 2026 NFL Draft first-overall pick Fernando Mendoza because his arm won't be able to challenge better-stocked rosters downfield.

    Fernando MendozaLas Vegas Raiders

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 16, 2026the article →
  • PendingMike RennerDepth Chart Calls

    Austin Barber to be 1st on the depth chart

    Barber looked like he'll be a long-term starter at the position for Cleveland.

    Austin BarberCleveland Browns

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 16, 2026the article →
  • PendingMike RennerDepth Chart Calls

    Matthew Hibner to be 2nd on the depth chart

    Hibner looked like a very capable TE2

    Matthew HibnerBaltimore Ravens

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 16, 2026the article →
  • PendingAndrew EricksonDepth Chart Calls

    Drake London to be 1st on the depth chart

    Drake London is and remains the unquestioned No. 1 WR by role

    Drake LondonAtlanta Falcons

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 16, 2026the article →
  • PendingAndrew EricksonDepth Chart Calls

    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.

    Michael Penix Jr.Atlanta Falcons

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 16, 2026the article →
  • PendingAndrew EricksonDepth Chart Calls

    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...)

    Jacory Croskey-MerrittWashington Commanders

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 16, 2026the article →
  • PendingAndrew EricksonDepth Chart Calls

    Colby Parkinson to be 1st on the depth chart

    Parkinson played the larger role (75.4% snap share, 60.7% route participation).

    Colby ParkinsonLos Angeles Rams

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 16, 2026the article →
  • PendingAndrew EricksonDepth Chart Calls

    Matthew Golden to be 1st on the depth chart

    He had the clear true No. 1 WR role

    Matthew GoldenGreen Bay Packers

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 16, 2026the article →
  • PendingAndrew EricksonDepth Chart Calls

    Bucky Irving to be 1st on the depth chart

    Irving is the every-down back; Gainwell the change-of-pace/passing-down piece

    Bucky IrvingTampa Bay Buccaneers

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 16, 2026the article →
  • PendingAndrew EricksonDepth Chart Calls

    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.

    Kyren WilliamsLos Angeles Rams

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 16, 2026the article →
  • PendingAndrew EricksonDepth Chart Calls

    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

    Kenny GainwellTampa Bay Buccaneers

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 16, 2026the article →

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NFL — depth chart calls (567 graded)

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