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Positional Finishes

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
1,227
Graded
270

22% settled

Average accuracy
34.4

out of 100

Pundits
201

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
49 scored 80+156 scored under 40

Settled or waiting

270 / 1,227

graded

957 still pending

Who is good at positional finishes

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 positional finishes take

276–300 of 1,227

  • PendingFantasyProsPositional Finishes

    James Cook to finish top 3 at his position, by fantasy points

    That combination is what pushes him into true top-two or top-three overall running back territory for this analyst.

    James CookBuffalo Bills

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Aug 30, 2026
  • PendingFantasyProsPositional Finishes

    Jaylen Waddle to finish top 12 at his position, by fantasy points

    the belief here is he's a legitimate fantasy wide receiver one outcome this year given the new offensive environment

    Jaylen WaddleDenver Broncos

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Aug 30, 2026
  • PendingAndrew EricksonPositional Finishes

    A.J. Brown to finish top 1 at his position, by fantasy points

    AJB WR1 szn is loading.

    A.J. BrownNew England Patriots

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Aug 29, 2026the article →
  • PendingDerek BrownPositional Finishes

    Malik Willis to finish top 12 at his position, by fantasy points

    Willis’s running prowess should have him flirting with QB1 production this year alone.

    Malik WillisMiami Dolphins

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Aug 29, 2026the article →
  • PendingDerek BrownPositional Finishes

    Jaylen Waddle to finish top 24 at his position, by fantasy points

    You can easily draft him as a WR2 for your teams this season, who has WR1 upside.

    Jaylen WaddleDenver Broncos

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Aug 29, 2026the article →
  • PendingJoshua PoniatowskiPositional Finishes

    Kyler Murray to finish top 10 at his position, by fantasy points

    He has a legitimate path to a QB10 finish or better.

    Kyler MurrayMinnesota Vikings

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Aug 29, 2026
  • PendingJoshua PoniatowskiPositional Finishes

    Brock Purdy to finish top 10 at his position, by fantasy points

    He is a top-10 quarterback who has rarely played with a healthy team.

    Brock PurdySan Francisco 49ers

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Aug 29, 2026
  • PendingTom StrachanPositional Finishes

    Ashton Jeanty to finish top 5 at his position, by fantasy points

    It's not hard to imagine a world where Jeanty is a top-five fantasy performer.

    Ashton JeantyLas Vegas Raiders

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Aug 29, 2026the article →
  • PendingJared DubinPositional Finishes

    Jaxon Smith-Njigba to finish top 1 at his position, by receiving yards

    Jaxon Smith-Njigba is arguably the best receiver in football.

    Jaxon Smith-NjigbaSeattle Seahawks

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Aug 28, 2026the article →
  • PendingNathan JahnkePositional Finishes

    De'Von Achane to finish top 10 at his position, by fantasy points

    Achane’s talent, combined with his status as the clear focal point of the offense, should keep him safely among the top 10 fantasy running backs.

    De'Von AchaneMiami Dolphins

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Aug 28, 2026the article →
  • PendingNathan JahnkePositional Finishes

    Jonathan Taylor to finish top 1 at his position, by fantasy points

    Christian McCaffrey and Jonathan Taylor have each accomplished the feat before, and another No. 1 finish from either veteran would hardly be surprising.

    Jonathan Taylor

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Aug 28, 2026the article →
  • PendingNathan JahnkePositional Finishes

    Christian McCaffrey to finish top 1 at his position, by fantasy points

    Christian McCaffrey and Jonathan Taylor have each accomplished the feat before, and another No. 1 finish from either veteran would hardly be surprising.

    Christian McCaffrey

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Aug 28, 2026the article →
  • PendingNathan JahnkePositional Finishes

    Jahmyr Gibbs to finish top 1 at his position, by fantasy points

    Jahmyr Gibbs and Bijan Robinson enter 2026 as the favorites to finish as fantasy football's overall RB1.

    Jahmyr Gibbs

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Aug 28, 2026the article →
  • PendingNathan JahnkePositional Finishes

    Bijan Robinson to finish top 1 at his position, by fantasy points

    Jahmyr Gibbs and Bijan Robinson enter 2026 as the favorites to finish as fantasy football's overall RB1.

    Bijan Robinson

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Aug 28, 2026the article →
  • PendingNathan JahnkePositional Finishes

    Garrett Wilson to finish top 10 at his position, by fantasy points

    If the unit clicks, he has clear top-10 fantasy potential.

    Garrett WilsonNew York Jets

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Aug 28, 2026the article →
  • PendingNathan JahnkePositional Finishes

    Trevor Lawrence to finish top 10 at his position, by fantasy points

    That should make Lawrence a top-10 option again, yet he is being drafted outside the top 10

    Trevor LawrenceJacksonville Jaguars

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Aug 28, 2026the article →
  • PendingNathan JahnkePositional Finishes

    Kenneth Walker III to finish top 5 at his position, by fantasy points

    If his usage expands in the passing game or Andy Reid leans more heavily on the run than in recent seasons, Walker has the upside to finish as a top-five fantasy running back.

    Kenneth Walker IIIKansas City Chiefs

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Aug 28, 2026the article →
  • PendingNathan JahnkePositional Finishes

    DeVonta Smith to finish top 10 at his position, by fantasy points

    Smith's ability to be a top-five or top-10 fantasy wide receiver will somewhat depend on the Eagles' ability to rebound as a team, but given the talent on the unit, that is a decent bet to make.

    DeVonta SmithPhiladelphia Eagles

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Aug 28, 2026the article →
  • PendingDerek BrownPositional Finishes

    Tyler Shough to finish top 12 at his position, by fantasy points

    Tyler Shough is a wonderful late-round quarterback who could be a QB1 in 2026.

    Tyler ShoughNew Orleans Saints

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Aug 28, 2026the article →
  • PendingPat FitzmauricePositional Finishes

    Jordan Love to finish top 10 at his position, by passing yards

    Love might be a top-10 quarterback in reality, but it’s best to regard him as a high-end to midrange QB2 in 2026 fantasy drafts.

    Jordan LoveGreen Bay Packers

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Aug 28, 2026the article →
  • PendingDerek BrownPositional Finishes

    Malik Willis to finish top 12 at his position, by fantasy points

    Willis’s running prowess should have him flirting with QB1 production this year alone. If he and this offense surpass lowly expectations through the air, Willis would be a strong QB1 with upside in 2026.

    Malik WillisMiami Dolphins

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Aug 28, 2026the article →
  • PendingFantasyProsPositional Finishes

    Stefon Diggs to finish top 24 at his position, by fantasy points

    Stefon Diggs and Terry McLaurin (WR – WAS) Both Finish as Wide Receiver Twos — The prediction: both receivers finish this season as at least a top-24 fantasy option.

    Stefon DiggsWashington Commanders

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Aug 28, 2026
  • PendingFantasyProsPositional Finishes

    Malik Willis to finish top 12 at his position, by fantasy points

    Malik Willis (QB – MIA) Finishes as a Fantasy Quarterback One — The prediction: Willis finishes this season as a top-12 fantasy quarterback.

    Malik WillisMiami Dolphins

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Aug 28, 2026
  • PendingFantasyProsPositional Finishes

    Terry McLaurin to finish top 24 at his position, by fantasy points

    Stefon Diggs and Terry McLaurin (WR – WAS) Both Finish as Wide Receiver Twos — The prediction: both receivers finish this season as at least a top-24 fantasy option.

    Terry McLaurinWashington Commanders

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Aug 28, 2026
  • PendingNic BodifordPositional Finishes

    Ja'Kobi Lane to finish top 1 at his position, by receiving tds

    Lane can lead his team in receiving touchdowns this season.

    Ja'Kobi LaneBaltimore Ravens

    Waiting on the season to settle this.said Aug 28, 2026

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NFL — positional finishes (291 graded)

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