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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
4,741
Graded
483

10% settled

Average accuracy
88.4

out of 100

Pundits
430

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
423 scored 80+29 scored under 40

Settled or waiting

483 / 4,741

graded

4,258 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.

By publisher

The same record pooled across everyone writing under one banner.

Every depth chart calls take

1151–1175 of 4,741

  • PendingBucky BrooksDepth Chart Calls

    Kirk Cousins to be 1st on the depth chart

    He's just being very honest with where Fernando is in his development, and that's why Kirk Cousins is going to be the starter.

    Kirk CousinsLas Vegas Raiders

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Aug 30, 2026the article →
  • PendingNathan JahnkeDepth Chart Calls

    Mike Washington to be 1st on the depth chart

    Mike Washington Jr. starts for Las Vegas: Ashton Jeanty suffered an ankle injury in practice, and Washington could be the starter in Week 1.

    Mike WashingtonLas Vegas Raiders

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Aug 30, 2026the article →
  • PendingNathan JahnkeDepth Chart Calls

    Nick Muse to be 4th on the depth chart

    He would be the Falcons' fourth tight end if they keep four.

    Nick MuseAtlanta Falcons

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Aug 30, 2026the article →
  • PendingNathan JahnkeDepth Chart Calls

    Durham Smythe to be 2nd on the depth chart

    Mark Andrews and Durham Smythe didn’t play in the preseason, suggesting Smythe will often be the second tight end in 12 personnel.

    Durham SmytheBaltimore Ravens

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Aug 30, 2026the article →
  • PendingNathan JahnkeDepth Chart Calls

    Ja'Kobi Lane to be 3rd on the depth chart

    He didn’t play in the final preseason game, securing his spot as the third wide receiver.

    Ja'Kobi LaneBaltimore Ravens

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Aug 30, 2026the article →
  • PendingNathan JahnkeDepth Chart Calls

    Aaron Jones to be 1st on the depth chart

    Aaron Jones Sr. and Jordan Mason are locked into the top two spots on the depth chart.

    Aaron JonesMinnesota Vikings

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Aug 30, 2026the article →
  • PendingNathan JahnkeDepth Chart Calls

    Stefon Diggs to be 2nd on the depth chart

    Terry McLaurin and Stefon Diggs were two of the players locked in to the roster as they are the starters

    Stefon DiggsWashington Commanders

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Aug 30, 2026the article →
  • PendingNathan JahnkeDepth Chart Calls

    Elijah Arroyo to be 2nd on the depth chart

    Still, he remains the top backup receiving tight end and should see a decent amount of playing time this season.

    Elijah ArroyoSeattle Seahawks

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Aug 30, 2026the article →
  • PendingNathan JahnkeDepth Chart Calls

    Noah Fant to be 2nd on the depth chart

    providing further evidence that he will be the tight end alongside Juwan Johnson in 12 personnel this season, with Delp serving as Johnson’s backup

    Noah FantNew Orleans Saints

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Aug 30, 2026the article →
  • PendingNathan JahnkeDepth Chart Calls

    Seth McGowan to be 2nd on the depth chart

    Seth McGowan plays ahead of DJ Giddens : McGowan appears to be the current favorite for the backup job behind Jonathan Taylor.

    Seth McGowanIndianapolis Colts

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Aug 30, 2026the article →
  • PendingNathan JahnkeDepth Chart Calls

    Tyler Badie to be 4th on the depth chart

    If the Broncos keep a fourth running back, Badie appears to be the current favorite.

    Tyler BadieDenver Broncos

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Aug 30, 2026the article →
  • PendingNathan JahnkeDepth Chart Calls

    Charlie Kolar to be 1st on the depth chart

    More evidence that Charlie Kolar is the Chargers’ top tight end: Kolar was the only Chargers tight end to play every snap with the starters.

    Charlie KolarLos Angeles Chargers

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Aug 30, 2026the article →
  • PendingNathan JahnkeDepth Chart Calls

    Max Klare to be 5th on the depth chart

    He will likely be a healthy inactive each week as long as the other four tight ends remain healthy.

    Max KlareLos Angeles Rams

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Aug 30, 2026the article →
  • PendingNathan JahnkeDepth Chart Calls

    Kaelon Black to be 2nd on the depth chart

    Kaelon Black starts for San Francisco: Black appears to have the lead in the competition for the 49ers’ backup running back job.

    Kaelon BlackSan Francisco 49ers

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Aug 30, 2026the article →
  • PendingNathan JahnkeDepth Chart Calls

    Trevor Etienne to be 3rd on the depth chart

    Third-string running back Trevor Etienne played the first two snaps and then his night was done, suggesting his spot as the third running back is safe.

    Trevor EtienneCarolina Panthers

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Aug 30, 2026the article →
  • PendingNathan JahnkeDepth Chart Calls

    Amon-Ra St. Brown to be 1st on the depth chart

    Amon-Ra St. Brown and Jameson Williams sit at the top of the Lions' wide receiver depth chart

    Amon-Ra St. BrownDetroit Lions

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Aug 30, 2026the article →
  • PendingNathan JahnkeDepth Chart Calls

    Efton Chism III to be 6th on the depth chart

    moving Williams and Chism up to fifth and sixth

    Efton Chism IIINew England Patriots

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Aug 30, 2026the article →
  • PendingNathan JahnkeDepth Chart Calls

    Kendre Miller to be 2nd on the depth chart

    Kendre Miller appears set to be the Saints’ RB2 in Week 1

    Kendre MillerNew Orleans Saints

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Aug 30, 2026the article →
  • PendingNathan JahnkeDepth Chart Calls

    Tyrone Tracy Jr. to be 4th on the depth chart

    It wouldn’t be surprising if Tracy drops to fourth on the depth chart, even if he’s healthy.

    Tyrone Tracy Jr.New York Giants

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Aug 30, 2026the article →
  • PendingNathan JahnkeDepth Chart Calls

    Tony Pollard to be 1st on the depth chart

    Tony Pollard and Tyjae Spears are currently locked into the top two spots on the depth chart.

    Tony PollardTennessee Titans

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Aug 30, 2026the article →
  • PendingNathan JahnkeDepth Chart Calls

    Jameson Williams to be 2nd on the depth chart

    Amon-Ra St. Brown and Jameson Williams sit at the top of the Lions' wide receiver depth chart

    Jameson WilliamsDetroit Lions

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Aug 30, 2026the article →
  • PendingNathan JahnkeDepth Chart Calls

    Justin Watson to be 6th on the depth chart

    Justin Watson and Jared Wayne remain ahead of recently acquired veterans Sterling Shepard and Zay Jones for a potential sixth and seventh spot on the wide receiver depth chart.

    Justin WatsonHouston Texans

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Aug 30, 2026the article →
  • PendingNathan JahnkeDepth Chart Calls

    Sean Tucker to be 3rd on the depth chart

    The fact that Tucker started suggests he has a slight edge, but the rotation indicates it’s not decided.

    Sean TuckerTampa Bay Buccaneers

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Aug 30, 2026the article →
  • PendingNathan JahnkeDepth Chart Calls

    Malik Washington to be 1st on the depth chart

    He didn’t play in either of the last two preseason games, and will be the Dolphins' top fantasy receiver to start this season.

    Malik WashingtonMiami Dolphins

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Aug 30, 2026the article →
  • PendingNathan JahnkeDepth Chart Calls

    Malik McClain to be 6th on the depth chart

    The most interesting battle is for the Jets' potential sixth wide receiver spot, where undrafted rookie Malik McClain has played ahead of 2025 fourth-round pick Arian Smith throughout the preseason.

    Malik McClainNew York Jets

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Aug 30, 2026the article →

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NFL — depth chart calls (575 graded)

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