Sleeper Calls

Jalen Coker to outplay his draft cost (pick 140 and WR52)

Right now he is free, pick 140 and WR52, no risk at all.

Jalen CokerCarolina Panthers

DeVonta Smith to outplay his draft cost (his current ADP of WR13 and 31st overall)

I'm targeting Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith at his current ADP of WR13 and 31st overall... which offers strong value relative to his projected role.

DeVonta SmithPhiladelphia Eagles

Greg Dulcich to outplay his draft cost

Greg Dulcich could emerge as a fantasy sleeper and potentially become Miami's No. 1 target, given how barren the Dolphins' depth chart is.

Greg DulcichMiami Dolphins

Jaylen Waddle to outplay his draft cost (drafted as a WR2)

Waddle is one of my flag-plant players this year and can easily be drafted as a WR2 with WR1 upside.

Jaylen WaddleDenver Broncos

Christian Watson to outplay his draft cost

He should be viewed as a strong WR2 with the upside to deliver even more this season.

Christian WatsonGreen Bay Packers

Bucky Irving to outplay his draft cost

It seems like everyone in the fantasy community is fading Bucky Irving, but I'm buying... Buy the dip.

Bucky IrvingTampa Bay Buccaneers

Trevor Lawrence to outplay his draft cost

With an abundance of receiving talent around him, Lawrence is positioned for another massive season in 2026. You must respect T-LAW.

Trevor Lawrence

Blake Corum to outplay his draft cost (his current ADP of RB34 and 96th overall)

Even so, a down 2026 season would qualify as only a small miss at his current ADP of RB34 and 96th overall... making Corum a bet worth taking.

Blake CorumLos Angeles Rams

Brock Bowers to outplay his draft cost (anywhere in the back half of the second round in 12-team drafts)

I think tight end is worth paying up for this year, and I'm willing to take Brock Bowers anywhere in the back half of the second round in 12-team drafts.

Brock BowersLas Vegas Raiders

Kenneth Walker III to outplay his draft cost

His combination of high-end talent and an ideal team fit makes him one of the most enticing RB1 candidates in fantasy football entering 2026.

Kenneth Walker IIIKansas City Chiefs

Parker Washington to outplay his draft cost (the later rounds)

Washington remains an excellent upside swing in the later rounds.

Parker Washington

Dylan Sampson to outplay his draft cost (roughly 100 picks later)

Sampson offers a more appealing bet roughly 100 picks later.

Dylan SampsonCleveland Browns

Christian Watson to outplay his draft cost (outside of the first 24 selections)

This article focuses on wide receivers that have the potential to finish within the top 12 at the position but are currently being drafted outside of the first 24 selections... Christian Watson (WR – GB)

Christian WatsonGreen Bay Packers

Marvin Harrison Jr. to outplay his draft cost (outside of the first 24 selections)

I'm willing to give Harrison another chance in 2026, and am banking on a rebound campaign.

Marvin Harrison Jr.Arizona Cardinals

DJ Moore to outplay his draft cost (outside of the first 24 selections)

DJ Moore (WR – BUF) ... Leaving Chicago to join Buffalo during the offseason was a major boon for his fantasy value, as he instantly becomes Josh Allen's top option in the passing game.

DJ MooreBuffalo Bills

Parker Washington to outplay his draft cost (around WR30 overall)

the market appears to have settled on him around WR30 overall, despite the offseason hype train ... his floor each week with volume alone makes him a dangerous threat capable of pushing the WR1 envelope

Parker WashingtonJacksonville Jaguars

DJ Moore to outplay his draft cost

a move to Buffalo and the Josh Allen offense offers Moore a much cleaner path to return to fantasy football stardom.

DJ MooreBuffalo Bills

Justin Jefferson to outplay his draft cost (We are only getting a small discount on Jefferson at the draft table)

We are only getting a small discount on Jefferson at the draft table, but that's because he is one of the most likely bounce-back candidates for this fantasy football season.

Justin JeffersonMinnesota Vikings

Omarion Hampton to outplay his draft cost

Omarion Hampton was burdened with injuries and poor offensive line play in 2025... he is healthy and ready to rock in the new year.

Omarion HamptonLos Angeles Chargers

David Montgomery to outplay his draft cost

the touchdown upside alone gives him a chance to substantially outperform his 2025 fantasy finish.

David MontgomeryHouston Texans

Jayden Daniels to outplay his draft cost

Jayden Daniels' 2025 season was marred — and defined — by injuries... Assuming he is healthy this year, it's easy to imagine a return to the top 10 for Daniels.

Jayden Daniels

Matthew Stafford to outplay his draft cost (being drafted outside of the top 12)

It's not difficult imagining Matthew Stafford putting up a top-five fantasy season.

Matthew StaffordLos Angeles Rams

Jared Goff to outplay his draft cost (being drafted outside of the top 12)

If they do that, Goff could finally crack the top-five after years of knocking on the door.

Jared GoffDetroit Lions

Malik Willis to outplay his draft cost (being drafted outside of the top 12)

You can scoop up a player like Willis, who ranked first in fantasy points per dropback (1.35) in 2025 and second (0.84) in 2024, late in drafts to be your backup quarterback.

Malik WillisMiami Dolphins

Jaxson Dart to outplay his draft cost (being drafted outside of the top 12)

I've highlighted five signal-callers being drafted outside of the top 12 who have a realistic path to finishing as a top-five producer.

Jaxson DartNew York Giants