Nathan Jahnke
Senior Fantasy Analyst / Software Developer • View all analysts
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Fantasy football depth charts are a snapshot of where teams currently stand after the first preseason game. This is not a projection of where we expect the depth chart to be at the start of the season. This primarily uses preseason playing time, followed by the unofficial depth charts and last season's usage to determine the order of the players.
Mon, 31 Aug 26 19:00:00 +0000
The 2026 fantasy football draft guide brings together PFF rankings, cheat sheets and premium tools to help fantasy managers prepare quickly. PFF's Live Draft Assistant offers real-time pick suggestions and availability predictions for synced Sleeper, ESPN and Yahoo leagues. Fantasy managers can also use pick-by-pick strategies for 10-, 12- and 14-team leagues to build a draft plan.
Mon, 31 Aug 26 13:23:46 +0000
These fantasy football preseason takeaways break down 10 key player usage developments ahead of the 2026 season. Mike Washington Jr. handled 80% of the Raiders' snaps with the starters, while Kansas City shifted Xavier Worthy into the slot more often than Rashee Rice. Kyle Pitts played only nine of 14 snaps with Atlanta's starters, creating another usage trend for fantasy managers to monitor.
Sun, 30 Aug 26 13:16:43 +0000
PFF breaks down fantasy football preseason usage for all 32 NFL teams, covering quarterbacks, running backs, wide receivers and tight ends. Rookie wide receivers such as Malachi Fields, Caleb Douglas and Ja’Kobi Lane emerged with encouraging depth-chart positioning. The full preseason sample provides fantasy managers with player usage and role information to prepare for 2026 drafts.
Sun, 30 Aug 26 12:57:22 +0000
These 2026 fantasy football running backs have the upside to challenge for the overall RB1 finish despite being drafted outside the established elite. De'Von Achane, Kenneth Walker and Omarion Hampton each offer a combination of talent and opportunity that could produce a career-best fantasy season. PFF Grades highlight the efficiency and performance behind their RB1 upside.
Fri, 28 Aug 26 14:20:11 +0000
These five 2026 fantasy football draft values combine talent, opportunity and an ADP that creates room to outperform expectations. Kenneth Walker and DeVonta Smith headline the group, while Garrett Wilson, George Kittle and Trevor Lawrence offer value at different stages of drafts. PFF Grades and consensus ADP from ESPN, Yahoo and Sleeper help identify the five targets.
Fri, 28 Aug 26 14:12:40 +0000
This 2026 fantasy football draft strategy provides a round-by-round plan for the No. 10 pick in 10-team, single-quarterback PPR leagues. Justin Jefferson and Drake London create a wide receiver-heavy start before Kyren Williams and Josh Jacobs address running back. PFF Grades and consensus ADP help identify targets throughout the draft.
Fri, 28 Aug 26 13:59:42 +0000
This 2026 fantasy football draft strategy provides a round-by-round plan for managers picking ninth in 10-team, single-quarterback PPR leagues. Justin Jefferson and De'Von Achane headline the early-round targets before Jalen Hurts and Justin Herbert offer a chance to build an advantage at quarterback. The strategy uses consensus ADP from ESPN, Sleeper and Yahoo to identify targets throughout the draft.
Fri, 28 Aug 26 13:35:38 +0000
Several wide receivers have flashed high-end talent without fully delivering on their fantasy potential. That could change in 2026. Fantasy football breakout wide receivers such as Luther Burden III, Emeka Egbuka and Alec Pierce are positioned to outperform their current ADPs thanks to expanded roles, improved offensive environments and encouraging underlying metrics.
Thu, 27 Aug 26 13:44:00 +0000
These 2026 fantasy football running back sleepers offer late-round paths to significant roles and weekly starting value. Jordan Mason, Chris Rodriguez Jr. and Keaton Mitchell headline five backs available in the 11th round or later. PFF Grades and current ADP highlight the late-round options with the potential to outperform their draft cost.
Thu, 27 Aug 26 13:31:19 +0000Bio
Nathan joined PFF in as a Player Participation Analyst. He’s played several crucial roles at the company, including Director of Analytics and Software Developer. He currently works as Lead Fantasy Football Analyst and Senior Software Engineer. Nathan went to the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire and has a Bachelor of Science in Actuarial Science. He's No. 2 ranker at FantasyPros in 2020, and No. 3 in 2019.