The second week of the 2026 NFL preseason offered more context all around, from rookies establishing themselves as key contributors to veterans seeking to secure a roster spot. Below are PFF’s best performers at every position from the week, along with breakdowns for select honors.
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PFF's 2026 fantasy football rankings feature the top 200 players for drafts, led by Josh Allen at No. 1 overall. Jahmyr Gibbs and Bijan Robinson lead the running backs, while Puka Nacua takes the top spot among wide receivers. Use the rankings to compare quarterbacks, running backs, wide receivers and tight ends ahead of your 2026 fantasy football draft.
Tue, 25 Aug 26 15:53:00 +0000
This 2026 fantasy football draft strategy provides a round-by-round plan for 10-team, single-quarterback PPR leagues from the No. 3 pick. Puka Nacua is the preferred first-round target after earning a position-leading 96.3 PFF receiving grade over the past two seasons. The strategy prioritizes running backs early before targeting value at wide receiver, tight end and quarterback.
Tue, 25 Aug 26 14:28:42 +0000
This 2026 fantasy football draft strategy provides a round-by-round plan for 10-team, single-quarterback PPR leagues from the No. 2 pick. Bijan Robinson leads the targets at No. 2 overall, with Omarion Hampton, A.J. Brown and Ladd McConkey among the preferred early-round options. PFF Grades help identify later values including Tucker Kraft, Justin Herbert and Trevor Lawrence.
Tue, 25 Aug 26 14:11:14 +0000
This 2026 fantasy football draft strategy provides a round-by-round plan for 10-team, single-quarterback PPR leagues using consensus ADP from ESPN, Sleeper and Yahoo. Jahmyr Gibbs leads the recommended targets at No. 1 overall, with Kyren Williams, A.J. Brown and Garrett Wilson among the early-round options. PFF Grades help identify values including Tucker Kraft, Justin Herbert and Trevor Lawrence later in drafts.
Tue, 25 Aug 26 13:54:10 +0000
The NFL’s recent run-heavy shift should allow more No. 2 running backs to generate standalone flex value this season. Backup running backs capable of such a feat ideally play in creatively designed, fantasy-friendly offenses and possess explosive dual-threat traits that allow them to maximize their limited touch counts.
Tue, 25 Aug 26 11:45:00 +0000
Deshaun Watson will start at quarterback for the Cleveland Browns in Week 1 after winning the team’s four-man competition. Shedeur Sanders earned a 72.3 PFF passing grade during the 2026 preseason, compared with Watson’s 59.1 mark. PFF Grades and Advanced Stats break down how Watson and Sanders performed during the competition.
Mon, 24 Aug 26 15:45:41 +0000
PFF’s 2026 fantasy football preseason recap breaks down player usage and key developments from around the NFL. Chig Okonkwo played 12 of 14 first-quarter snaps for Washington, while Carnell Tate maintained an increased snap share with Tennessee. Jonathon Brooks, Tre Tucker and Malachi Fields were among the other players whose preseason usage provided important information for fantasy drafts.
Mon, 24 Aug 26 13:55:44 +0000
The latest 2026 fantasy football preseason usage offers important clues for drafts, with Malachi Fields, Chig Okonkwo and De'Zhaun Stribling among the notable risers. Fields appears to have earned a starting role with the Giants, while Okonkwo is positioned for increased playing time in Washington. The preseason also brought changing outlooks for players including Jaydon Blue, Omar Cooper Jr., Oronde Gadsden II and Evan Engram.
Mon, 24 Aug 26 12:24:44 +0000
The top 2026 fantasy football wide receiver league winners, breakouts and sleepers offer value throughout drafts. DeVonta Smith enters the season with an expanded opportunity in Philadelphia, while Parker Washington carries breakout potential after earning an 85.1 PFF receiving grade in 2025. Xavier Worthy, Rashid Shaheed, KC Concepcion and Malik Washington are among the late-round options with paths to increased fantasy production.
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