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
- Average accuracy
- 52.6
- Pundits
- 181
11% settled
out of 100
have made one
How these calls land
Takes in each band
Settled or waiting
308 / 2,727
graded
2,419 still pending
Who is good at sleeper calls
- Simon Hunter100 accuracy · 2 graded+200.0
- Peter Schrager100 accuracy · 2 graded+200.0
- Jourdan Rodrigue100 accuracy · 1 graded+200.0
- Mike Mayock100 accuracy · 1 graded+200.0
- Gregg Rosenthal100 accuracy · 1 graded+200.0
- Patrick Claybon100 accuracy · 1 graded+122.0
- Rich Hribar80 accuracy · 5 graded+120.0
- Brandon Carney100 accuracy · 1 graded+100.0
- Marcus Mosher67 accuracy · 13 graded+66.7
- Seth Woolcock67 accuracy · 3 graded+66.7
- Tom Strachan65 accuracy · 24 graded+60.0
- Pat Fitzmaurice59 accuracy · 32 graded+34.1
- Ryan Wormeli55 accuracy · 12 graded+20.0
- Chris Raybon55 accuracy · 11 graded+18.2
- Mike Harmon55 accuracy · 20 graded+10.6
- Derek Brown52 accuracy · 41 graded+9.0
- Scott Bogman50 accuracy · 4 graded+0.0
- Jason Cabinda50 accuracy · 2 graded+0.0
- Cynthia Frelund50 accuracy · 4 graded-2.8
- Andrew Erickson45 accuracy · 37 graded-13.0
- Mason Dodd44 accuracy · 16 graded-25.0
- Chris Welsh40 accuracy · 17 graded-42.2
- Joe Dolan33 accuracy · 6 graded-66.7
- Terrell Furman Jr33 accuracy · 3 graded-66.7
- Mitchell Eisenstein33 accuracy · 3 graded-66.7
- Jake Ciely27 accuracy · 15 graded-74.1
- Joe Pisapia20 accuracy · 9 graded-93.5
- Sean Kerner25 accuracy · 4 graded-100.0
- Chad Ochocinco Johnson0 accuracy · 1 graded-100.0
- Greg Cosell0 accuracy · 1 graded-100.0
- Matt Money Smith0 accuracy · 1 graded-100.0
- Ross Jackson0 accuracy · 1 graded-100.0
- Adam Rank0 accuracy · 3 graded-122.0
- Chris Brockman17 accuracy · 4 graded-133.3
- Rich Eisen0 accuracy · 3 graded-200.0
- Kyle Brandt0 accuracy · 1 graded-200.0
- Aaron Schatz0 accuracy · 1 graded-200.0
- Isaac Rochell0 accuracy · 1 graded-200.0
- Manti Te'o0 accuracy · 1 graded-200.0
provisionalRatings this early are samples, not reputations — the methodology sets out how many articles it takes before we call one settled.
By publisher
- Sharp Football Analysis80.0 · 5 graded
- Bran Coverage with BenchwarmerBran (podcast)100.0 · 1 graded
- Around the NFL (podcast)75.0 · 4 graded
- The 33rd Team66.7 · 13 graded
- Fox Sports Radio (podcast)55.0 · 20 graded
- The Rich Eisen Podcast (podcast)50.0 · 4 graded
- Overreaction Monday (podcast)50.0 · 2 graded
- The Herd with Colin Cowherd (podcast)39.7 · 241 graded
- Move the Sticks (podcast)37.5 · 10 graded
- Nightcap (podcast)0.0 · 1 graded
- Locked On Saints (podcast)0.0 · 1 graded
- The Rich Eisen Show (podcast)16.7 · 6 graded
Every sleeper calls take
176–200 of 2,727
- PendingFox SportsSleeper Calls
Tyler Shough to outplay his draft cost
New Orleans Saints quarterback Tyler Shough was routinely mentioned by scouts and executives we spoke with as a rising star to watch this season... "And his numbers could pop."
Tyler ShoughNew Orleans Saints
Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 11, 2026 - PendingFox SportsSleeper Calls
Luther Burden III to outplay his draft cost
An NFC scout told me that he thinks wide receiver Luther Burden III and tight end Colston Loveland are going to become "elite" players under Johnson's guidance, and it could happen as early as this season
Luther Burden IIIChicago Bears
Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 11, 2026 - PendingFox SportsSleeper Calls
Colston Loveland to outplay his draft cost
he thinks wide receiver Luther Burden III and tight end Colston Loveland are going to become "elite" players under Johnson's guidance, and it could happen as early as this season
Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 11, 2026 Devaughn Vele to outplay his draft cost
Devaughn Vele (WR – NO) vs. Detroit Lions (12.4% Rostered)
Chris Rodriguez Jr. to outplay his draft cost
Not only will the former Kentucky star have a meaningful role alongside Tuten, but Rodriguez could see an increase in work on Sunday against the Browns.
Michael Mayer to outplay his draft cost
Therefore, Mayer is an outstanding waiver wire pickup for Week 1 and moving forward.
Tre Tucker to outplay his draft cost
Thankfully, Tucker has an excellent fantasy matchup on Sunday against the Dolphins.
Malik Willis to outplay his draft cost
I wouldn’t be shocked if Willis has one of his better fantasy performances this year against Las Vegas.
Keaton Mitchell to outplay his draft cost
More importantly, Sunday’s matchup makes the veteran a solid desperation flex option.
- PendingJosh ShepardsonSleeper Calls
Jaylen Waddle to outplay his draft cost
It should not come as a surprise if Waddle explodes in Week 1 and Rice and Worthy struggle for the Chiefs.
Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 11, 2026 - PendingNic BodifordSleeper Calls
Quentin Johnston to outplay his draft cost
WR Quentin Johnston , Los Angeles Chargers vs. Arizona Cardinals : Johnston should force missed tackles with ease against Arizona.
Quentin JohnstonLos Angeles Chargers
Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 11, 2026 - PendingNic BodifordSleeper Calls
Tre Tucker to outplay his draft cost
WR Tre Tucker , Las Vegas Raiders vs. Miami Dolphins : Tucker is set to handle a fantasy-friendly role against a soft defensive matchup.
Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 11, 2026 Bhayshul Tuten to outplay his draft cost
This could be the big breakout season for Tuten, who, on a per-touch basis, flashed the immense talent that I really liked when he was in college.
- PendingFox SportsSleeper Calls
Kyler Murray to outplay his draft cost ($7,200)
Kyler Murray $7,200 Minnesota Vikings — Kyler Murray should thrive in Kevin O'Connell's offensive system
Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 11, 2026 - PendingFox SportsSleeper Calls
Justin Herbert to outplay his draft cost ($7,600)
Justin Herbert $7,600 Los Angeles Chargers ... And what better way to start than at home against the Arizona Cardinals?
Justin HerbertLos Angeles Chargers
Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 11, 2026 - PendingFox SportsSleeper Calls
Jared Goff to outplay his draft cost ($7,800)
A shootout could be brewing in Detroit, and at a price of just $7,800 on FanDuel, Goff offers great value as a DFS option this weekend.
Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 11, 2026 - PendingFox SportsSleeper Calls
Trey McBride to outplay his draft cost ($7,600)
The price is high, but McBride is worth spending up for in Week 1.
Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 11, 2026 - PendingFox SportsSleeper Calls
Saquon Barkley to outplay his draft cost ($8,100)
Saquon Barkley $8,100 Philadelphia Eagles ... But 2026 could bring a bounce-back, and what better way to start than against the Washington Commanders?
Saquon BarkleyPhiladelphia Eagles
Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 11, 2026 - PendingFox SportsSleeper Calls
Tetairoa McMillan to outplay his draft cost ($6,800)
Everything lines up for Carolina's No. 1 receiver to have a big Week 1.
Tetairoa McMillanCarolina Panthers
Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 11, 2026 - PendingFox SportsSleeper Calls
Chris Olave to outplay his draft cost ($7,400)
With Shough under center and a favorable matchup against a short-handed Lions secondary, Olave is in a great spot to carry his late-season momentum into Week 1.
Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 11, 2026 - PendingFox SportsSleeper Calls
Ashton Jeanty to outplay his draft cost (+7000)
Ashton Jeanty +7000 Las Vegas Raiders ... Jeanty couldn't ask for a much better matchup to begin his second season.
Ashton JeantyLas Vegas Raiders
Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 11, 2026 - PendingFox SportsSleeper Calls
Justin Jefferson to outplay his draft cost ($8,100)
With Kyler Murray now under center, Jefferson should have a much more stable situation and could see a significant uptick in production.
Justin JeffersonMinnesota Vikings
Waiting on the season to settle this.said Sep 11, 2026 Kaelon Black to outplay his draft cost
Meanwhile, Black has emerged as the biggest waiver-wire target for Week 2 so far.
Brandon Aubrey to outplay his draft cost
Brandon Aubrey going to pay out big for me this year.
Tre Tucker to outplay his draft cost
Tucker is a great Week 1 spot start and a DFS free square.
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NFL — sleeper calls (331 graded)
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