The 2026 NFL rookie class delivered several standout performances during the opening week of the preseason. Texans safety Kamari Ramsey earned the highest PFF grade among rookies, while Steelers quarterback Drew Allar led his position with an 80.5 mark. Camden Brown, Matthew Hibner, Jacob Roberts and other rookies also earned spots on PFF’s preseason Team of the Week.

By Daire Carragher Aug 17, 2026 10:39 am EDT

PFF’s NFL Preseason Week 1 Team of the Week highlights the top performers from the first full week of preseason action. Kedon Slovis, Courtland Sutton, Marcelino McCrary-Ball and Kamari Ramsey headline the individual award winners. PFF Grades also identify the best performers at every position and the Philadelphia Eagles as the Offensive Line of the Week.

By Gordon McGuinness Aug 17, 2026 9:55 am EDT
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Nathan Jahnke utilizes preseason snap data and projections to provide IDP depth charts for every NFL team ahead of the 2026 season.

By Nathan Jahnke Aug 17, 2026 6:45 am EDT
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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.

By Nathan Jahnke Aug 17, 2026 6:30 am EDT
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Nathan Jahnke builds his ideal draft strategy for 10-team fantasy football leagues, prioritizing both running backs and wide receivers.

By Nathan Jahnke Aug 17, 2026 6:15 am EDT

These five players carry significant downside relative to their current ADPs in 2026 fantasy football drafts. Rashee Rice, Cam Skattebo and Davante Adams face concerns ranging from changing roles and workload uncertainty to potential touchdown regression. PFF grades and usage trends also highlight reasons for caution with Lamar Jackson and TreVeyon Henderson at their current draft prices.

By Nathan Jahnke Aug 17, 2026 6:00 am EDT
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Nathan Jahnke provides his top 350 players and units in PPR leagues for the 2026 fantasy football season.

By Nathan Jahnke Aug 17, 2026 5:45 am EDT

Fantasy football managers received important usage clues during NFL preseason Week 1, led by Jonathon Brooks’ start for Carolina and Jeremiyah Love’s workload for Arizona. Tyjae Spears’ expanded role and Matthew Golden’s usage in 12 personnel also provided notable developments for 2026 fantasy drafts. Nathan Jahnke breaks down 10 of the biggest fantasy football reactions from the preseason action.

By Nathan Jahnke Aug 17, 2026 5:30 am EDT
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These five fantasy football draft targets are ranked at least 20 spots higher than their consensus ADPs across ESPN, Yahoo and Sleeper. Parker Washington and Josh Downs headline the wide receiver values, while Jonathon Brooks offers a path to a starting role at running back. PFF grades and advanced stats also highlight Kyler Murray and Chig Okonkwo as potential values in 2026 drafts.

By Nathan Jahnke Aug 17, 2026 5:15 am EDT
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The fantasy football running back dead zone is filled with committees, but several players still offer value at their 2026 ADPs. D'Andre Swift provides a stable RB2 profile, while David Montgomery has a path to his largest workload in years with Houston. PFF grades and advanced stats also highlight Rhamondre Stevenson, Tony Pollard and Rico Dowdle as running backs to consider in the middle rounds.

By Nathan Jahnke Aug 17, 2026 5:00 am EDT

NFL preseason Week 1 offered fantasy football managers an early look at backfield rotations, receiver roles and depth-chart battles across the league. Jeremiyah Love started for Arizona, Breece Hall handled 10 of 11 snaps on the Jets' opening drive and Tyjae Spears out-snapped Tony Pollard for Tennessee. The preseason usage also provided new information on players including Matthew Golden, Jahan Dotson, DeMario Douglas and Jaydon Blue.

By Nathan Jahnke Aug 16, 2026 10:12 am EDT

Quinshon Judkins and KC Concepcion delivered two of the most notable fantasy football developments from Saturday's NFL preseason Week 1 action. Judkins handled 80% of Cleveland's snaps with the starters, while Concepcion worked as the Browns' top slot receiver and scored in his NFL debut. PFF's recap tracks player usage, snap counts, targets and backfield and receiver rotations across Saturday's games.

By Nathan Jahnke Aug 15, 2026 2:16 pm EDT

PFF+ gives fantasy football managers tools for every stage of the 2026 draft process, from preparation to making picks in real time. The Live Draft Assistant syncs with ESPN, Sleeper and Yahoo! leagues to deliver recommendations as the draft unfolds, while the Mock Draft Simulator helps managers practice beforehand. PFF fantasy rankings, projections and the 2026 Draft Kit provide the data and analysis behind each decision.

By Mark Chichester Aug 15, 2026 10:46 am EDT

Fernando Mendoza completed 10 of 16 passes for 97 yards and a touchdown in his NFL preseason debut for the Las Vegas Raiders. The No. 1 overall pick earned a 66.7 PFF overall grade and avoided a turnover-worthy play across 31 snaps against the Arizona Cardinals.

By Mark Chichester Aug 15, 2026 5:00 am EDT Las Vegas Raiders Fernando Mendoza

PFF's NFL preseason Week 1 recap breaks down the immediate fantasy football takeaways from Friday's games. The slate features Broncos-Falcons, Buccaneers-Jets and Dolphins-Commanders, with player usage and stats at the center of the analysis.

By Nathan Jahnke Aug 14, 2026 8:08 pm EDT

Some of the players listed below have already signified that the 2026 campaign will be their last, potentially starting the clock for Hall of Fame enshrinement in 2031. Meanwhile, other names are continuing to battle either Father Time or mounting injuries despite their riproaring career production.

By Bradley Locker Aug 14, 2026 7:07 am EDT

The article below breaks down need-to-know information and recommended storylines to track in the coming weeks regarding NFL veterans in 2026, including the status of Bears receiver Luther Burden III.

By Nic Bodiford Aug 14, 2026 6:30 am EDT

Nic Bodiford takes a look at four high-profile kickers whose fantasy stocks could surge to the top of the position in 2026, including the Lions' Jake Bates.

By Nic Bodiford Aug 14, 2026 6:15 am EDT

Nic Bodiford pinpoints four running backs whose workloads and talents could culminate in the RB1 overall finish, including the Lions' Jahmyr Gibbs.

By Nic Bodiford Aug 14, 2026 6:00 am EDT

Nic Bodiford spotlights three tight ends who could secure the top overall fantasy slot in 2026, including Raiders star Brock Bowers.

By Nic Bodiford Aug 14, 2026 5:45 am EDT
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