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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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The same record pooled across everyone writing under one banner.

Every depth chart calls take

76–100 of 4,603

  • 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 →
  • 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

    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

    Jake Ferguson to be 1st on the depth chart

    He is Dallas' clear No. 1 TE

    Jake FergusonDallas Cowboys

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

    Cooper Kupp to be 2nd on the depth chart

    Kupp operated as the No. 2 WR, ahead of Rashid Shaheed

    Cooper KuppSeattle Seahawks

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

    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.

    Elic AyomanorTennessee Titans

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

    Jameson Williams to be 2nd on the depth chart

    behind only St. Brown — real No. 2 WR volume worth tracking

    Jameson WilliamsDetroit Lions

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

    Nico Collins to be 1st on the depth chart

    Nico Collins is Houston's unquestioned No. 1 WR

    Nico CollinsHouston Texans

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

    Terry McLaurin to be 1st on the depth chart

    Diggs led in official volume, but McLaurin remained the clear No. 1 WR by role

    Terry McLaurinWashington Commanders

    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

    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

    Drew Lock to be 1st on the depth chart

    Lock is the Week 2-and-beyond starter (pending another injury or a colossal implosion).

    Drew LockSeattle Seahawks

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

    Bryce Lance to be 3rd on the depth chart

    he was clearly the No. 3WR on the offense

    Bryce LanceNew Orleans Saints

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

    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

    Devaughn VeleNew Orleans Saints

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

    Emmett Johnson to be 2nd on the depth chart

    He's a clear-cut No. 2 RB and handcuff to Walker

    Emmett JohnsonKansas City Chiefs

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

    D'Andre Swift to be 1st on the depth chart

    As the Bears’ lead back, Swift has a ton of upside this season.

    D'Andre SwiftChicago Bears

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

    Chuba Hubbard to be 1st on the depth chart

    Brooks might take high-value touches away from Hubbard, but we’re not there yet, and any clear No. 1 RB on an offense deserves to start more often than not.

    Chuba HubbardCarolina Panthers

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

    Shedeur Sanders to be 1st on the depth chart

    leaving the door open for Shedeur Sanders to take over as the starter sooner than later

    Shedeur Sanders

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

    Carson Wentz to be 1st on the depth chart

    Kevin O'Connell's offense still has questions with Carson Wentz (62.3 PFF passing grade) seemingly in the lineup for at least Week 2

    Carson WentzMinnesota Vikings

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

    Drew Lock to be 1st on the depth chart

    While Darnold recovers from a hip injury, Drew Lock is expected to make at least one more start after more than holding his own against New England

    Drew LockSeattle Seahawks

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 16, 2026the article →
  • PendingMark Morales-SmithDepth Chart Calls

    Josh Jacobs to be 1st on the depth chart

    Through one week, none of the Packers' running backs have done anything to lead us to believe that they are going to significantly cut into Jacobs' workload once he returns and is a full-go.

    Josh JacobsGreen Bay Packers

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 15, 2026
  • PendingJack MarkowskiDepth Chart Calls

    Max Iheanachor to be 1st on the depth chart

    First-round pick Max Iheanachor remains the far-and-away clearest solution at right tackle for the Steelers, and if Cook can't turn things around, the former could find himself in the starting lineup in the near future.

    Max IheanachorPittsburgh Steelers

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 15, 2026the article →
  • PendingJack MarkowskiDepth Chart Calls

    Dylan Cook to be 1st on the depth chart

    It does appear, though, that Cook will get another crack at it in Week 2 vs. the New England Patriots.

    Dylan CookPittsburgh Steelers

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 15, 2026the article →
  • PendingRaymond SummerlinDepth Chart Calls

    Devin Singletary to be 2nd on the depth chart

    Devin Singletary looks like the clear complementary back to Cam Skattebo

    Devin SingletaryNew York Giants

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 15, 2026the article →
  • PendingRaymond SummerlinDepth Chart Calls

    Shedeur Sanders to be 1st on the depth chart

    Michael Penix and Shedeur Sanders are likely already rostered in 2QB formats, but it is only a matter of time before both take over as the starter on their team.

    Shedeur SandersCleveland Browns

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 15, 2026the article →

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