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Sleeper 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
2,727
Graded
308

11% settled

Average accuracy
52.6

out of 100

Pundits
181

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
162 scored 80+146 scored under 40

Settled or waiting

308 / 2,727

graded

2,419 still pending

Who is good at sleeper 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 sleeper calls take

76–100 of 2,727

  • PendingMike FanelliSleeper Calls

    Jordan Love to outplay his draft cost (42.1% Rostered)

    Fantasy players should love the idea of streaming Love against Aaron Glenn’s defense.

    Jordan LoveGreen Bay Packers

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 15, 2026the article →
  • PendingMike FanelliSleeper Calls

    Carson Wentz to outplay his draft cost (0.1% Rostered)

    However, if Murray doesn’t play, Carson Wentz has top-10 upside against the Bears on Sunday.

    Carson WentzMinnesota Vikings

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 15, 2026the article →
  • PendingMike FanelliSleeper Calls

    Bryce Young to outplay his draft cost (11.2% Rostered)

    He faces the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday, the Cleveland Browns next week and the Detroit Lions in Week 4. All three matchups give him top-10 upside.

    Bryce YoungCarolina Panthers

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 15, 2026the article →
  • PendingMike FanelliSleeper Calls

    Tyler Shough to outplay his draft cost (46.7 % Rostered)

    Shough should have no problem doubling Jones’ fantasy production against the Ravens.

    Tyler ShoughNew Orleans Saints

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 15, 2026the article →
  • PendingMike FanelliSleeper Calls

    Omarion Hampton to outplay his draft cost

    My top buy-low targets are Omarion Hampton, Drake London and Colston Loveland. ... I trust Mike McDaniel to make Hampton a superstar.

    Omarion HamptonLos Angeles Chargers

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 15, 2026the article →
  • PendingMike FanelliSleeper Calls

    Drake London to outplay his draft cost

    London will be fine once Michael Penix Jr. or Tua Tagovailoa is back under center.

    Drake London

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 15, 2026the article →
  • PendingMike FanelliSleeper Calls

    Colston Loveland to outplay his draft cost

    He remains a plug-and-play TE1 for me. ... My top buy-low targets are Omarion Hampton, Drake London and Colston Loveland.

    Colston LovelandChicago Bears

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 15, 2026the article →
  • PendingNathan JahnkeSleeper Calls

    Caleb Douglas to outplay his draft cost

    Add Caleb Douglas and Denzel Boston : The rookie wide receivers both ranked among the top-12 receivers in first-read target rate in Week 1.

    Caleb Douglas

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 15, 2026the article →
  • PendingNathan JahnkeSleeper Calls

    Denzel Boston to outplay his draft cost

    Add Caleb Douglas and Denzel Boston : The rookie wide receivers both ranked among the top-12 receivers in first-read target rate in Week 1.

    Denzel Boston

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 15, 2026the article →
  • PendingNathan JahnkeSleeper Calls

    Pat Bryant to outplay his draft cost

    Bryant is worth picking up off the waiver wire in case he follows in the footsteps of Colston, Thomas and Sutton.

    Pat BryantDenver Broncos

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 15, 2026the article →
  • PendingCarter BahnsSleeper Calls

    Isaiah Likely to outplay his draft cost

    Likely is the tight end on this Giants roster and looks ready for a full-on breakout year.

    Isaiah LikelyNew York Giants

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 14, 2026the article →
  • PendingAndrew SwansonSleeper Calls

    Andy Borregales to outplay his draft cost (ranked outside of the top 10 in ECR)

    the following two kickers are ranked outside of the top 10 in ECR, but could be excellent plays in Week 2. Andy Borregales (K – NE) vs. Pittsburgh

    Andy BorregalesNew England Patriots

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 14, 2026
  • PendingAndrew SwansonSleeper Calls

    Chase McLaughlin to outplay his draft cost (ECR ranking of 16)

    the following two kickers are ranked outside of the top 10 in ECR, but could be excellent plays in Week 2. ... Chase McLaughlin (K – TB) vs. Cleveland

    Chase McLaughlinTampa Bay Buccaneers

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 14, 2026
  • PendingNathan JahnkeSleeper Calls

    Dalton Kincaid to outplay his draft cost

    Sleeper tight ends with an increased role: Dalton Kincaid and Mark Andrews received notable jumps in playing time

    Dalton Kincaid

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 14, 2026the article →
  • PendingNathan JahnkeSleeper Calls

    Mark Andrews to outplay his draft cost

    Sleeper tight ends with an increased role: Dalton Kincaid and Mark Andrews received notable jumps in playing time

    Mark Andrews

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 14, 2026the article →
  • PendingFantasyProsSleeper Calls

    Caleb Douglas to outplay his draft cost (True Value : $2)

    he's worth a bench spot in midsize and large leagues if you have the roster space

    Caleb DouglasMiami Dolphins

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 14, 2026
  • PendingFantasyProsSleeper Calls

    Khalil Shakir to outplay his draft cost (True Value : $2)

    But Shakir's ceiling might be higher than usual in Week 2 thanks to a home matchup with the Lions

    Khalil ShakirBuffalo Bills

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 14, 2026
  • PendingFantasyProsSleeper Calls

    Deebo Samuel Sr. to outplay his draft cost (True Value : $7)

    Now that Stribling has a sprained deltoid ligament and is expected to miss at least a month, Samuel is likely to play a prominent role in a very good San Francisco offense for the foreseeable future.

    Deebo Samuel Sr.San Francisco 49ers

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 14, 2026
  • PendingFantasyProsSleeper Calls

    Dontayvion Wicks to outplay his draft cost (True Value : $3)

    Wicks is a worthwhile addition with favorable matchups coming against the Titans and Bears the next two weeks.

    Dontayvion WicksPhiladelphia Eagles

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 14, 2026
  • PendingFantasyProsSleeper Calls

    Adonai Mitchell to outplay his draft cost (True Value : $2)

    A sneaky but potentially useful addition, Adonai Mitchell has intriguing upside in the coming weeks thanks to a run of favorable matchups.

    Adonai MitchellIndianapolis Colts

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 14, 2026
  • PendingFantasyProsSleeper Calls

    Rashod Bateman to outplay his draft cost (True Value : $1)

    But Bateman is likely to get a bump in snaps and targets while Flowers and Lane are out.

    Rashod BatemanBaltimore Ravens

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 14, 2026
  • PendingFantasyProsSleeper Calls

    Denzel Boston to outplay his draft cost (True Value : $2)

    Boston is more of a wait-and-see addition than a player who can offer immediate help. But if Browns beat writers are to be believed, Boston's potential is vast.

    Denzel BostonCleveland Browns

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 14, 2026
  • PendingFantasyProsSleeper Calls

    Tre Harris to outplay his draft cost (True Value : $1)

    Chargers No. 3 receiver Tre' Harris could be worth a small FAAB bid if the rib injury that Ladd McConkey sustained on Sunday will keep him out for a week or more.

    Tre HarrisLos Angeles Chargers

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 14, 2026
  • PendingFantasyProsSleeper Calls

    Devaughn Vele to outplay his draft cost (True Value : $4)

    Vele is worth your attention this week if you're looking to plug a hole at receiver.

    Devaughn VeleNew Orleans Saints

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 14, 2026
  • PendingFantasyProsSleeper Calls

    DeMario Douglas to outplay his draft cost (True Value : $1)

    Rostered in only 1% of Yahoo leagues, Douglas is a floor play with limited upside and is only worth consideration in deeper leagues.

    DeMario DouglasNew England Patriots

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 14, 2026

By sport

NFL — sleeper calls (331 graded)

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