2026 Rookie Draft: Fantasy Winners & Losers (Preview)
Dr. Gilbert Brovar - 4/26/2026
The NFL draft will have implications for the fantasy value of both the drafted players and veterans in the league, both positive and negative. Below are some of the key value adjustments based on the recent draft:
WINNERS
QBs
Cleveland Starting QB - Given the drafting of WR KC Concepcion and WR Denzel Boston, as well as OT Spencer Fano, the starting QB will have better protection and more weapons.
Ty Simpson, Los Angeles Rams - While he won’t play this season barring an injury to Stafford, he is in a great landing spot to learn and develop.
Malik Willis, Miami - Should do better than originally thought due to the drafting of OT Kadyn Proctor and WRs Caleb Douglas and Chris Bell.
Tyler Shough, New Orleans - WR Jordan Tyson should give him another elite weapon to...
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