The article below details three 2026 RB1 candidates in both half-point-per-reception (half-PPR) and PPR scoring formats available in Rounds 2-5. 

By Nic Bodiford Aug 28, 2026 6:30 am EDT

As players like Myles Garrett and Jaylen Waddle get set to make new team appearances in 2026, these 10 names have set the standard for first-game excellence with a different franchise.

By Bradley Locker Aug 28, 2026 6:15 am EDT

The Buffalo Bills edged the Pittsburgh Steelers 28–27 in Preseason Week 3 on August 27, 2026. Bills outgained the Steelers, 264 total yards to 232.

By Mark Chichester Aug 28, 2026 12:24 am EDT • Buffalo Bills • Pittsburgh Steelers

The San Francisco 49ers held off the Las Vegas Raiders 18–12 in Preseason Week 3 on August 27, 2026. 49ers outgained the Raiders, 281 total yards to 275.

By Mark Chichester Aug 28, 2026 12:12 am EDT • Las Vegas Raiders • San Francisco 49ers

The Cleveland Browns routed the New England Patriots 37–13 in Preseason Week 3 on August 27, 2026. Browns outgained the Patriots, 376 total yards to 279.

By Mark Chichester Aug 28, 2026 12:12 am EDT • Cleveland Browns • New England Patriots

PFF breaks down the key fantasy football usage and stats from Week 3 of preseason action. The slate features the Steelers-Bills, Patriots-Browns, 49ers-Raiders and Rams-Chargers matchups. Use the takeaways alongside PFF Fantasy tools to prepare for 2026 fantasy drafts.

By Nathan Jahnke Aug 27, 2026 8:39 pm EDT

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.

By Nathan Jahnke Aug 27, 2026 9:44 am EDT

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.

By Nathan Jahnke Aug 27, 2026 9:31 am EDT

The article below breaks down three must-draft TE1 candidates, available via early, middle and late rounds in both half-point-per-reception (half-PPR) and PPR scoring formats.

By Nic Bodiford Aug 27, 2026 7:15 am EDT

The article below details three must-draft NFL wide receivers capable of delivering high-end results, with WR1 productivity firmly in their range of potential outcomes.

By Nic Bodiford Aug 27, 2026 7:00 am EDT

Dak Prescott and Jared Goff are among the mid-round quarterbacks who could thrive for fantasy football purposes in 2026.

By Nic Bodiford Aug 27, 2026 6:45 am EDT
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These 2026 fantasy football quarterback sleepers, breakouts and league winners offer targets across every stage of drafts. Jalen Hurts headlines the early-round options, while Malik Willis, Kyler Murray and Jordan Love provide later-round upside. PFF Grades, fantasy production and consensus ADP help identify quarterbacks positioned to outperform their draft cost.

By Nathan Jahnke Aug 27, 2026 5:30 am EDT
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This 2026 fantasy football draft strategy provides a round-by-round plan for 10-team, single-quarterback PPR leagues from the No. 8 pick. Justin Jefferson and Chase Brown headline the early targets before the strategy builds an advantage at quarterback with Jalen Hurts and Justin Herbert. PFF Grades and consensus ADP help identify value throughout the draft.

By Nathan Jahnke Aug 27, 2026 5:15 am EDT
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This 2026 fantasy football draft strategy provides a round-by-round plan for 10-team, single-quarterback PPR leagues from the No. 7 pick. Justin Jefferson leads the early targets before the strategy builds running back depth with Chase Brown, Kyren Williams and Quinshon Judkins. PFF Grades and consensus ADP help identify targets throughout the draft.

By Nathan Jahnke Aug 27, 2026 5:00 am EDT

The best draft strategy depends on where you're picking. Use this guide to find Nathan Jahnke's perfect draft strategy for your league, with round-by-round plans for 10-, 12- and 14-team formats, plus strategies tailored to every draft slot.

By PFF.com Aug 26, 2026 1:20 pm EDT

These 2026 fantasy football wide receivers carry significant risk relative to their current ADPs. Rashee Rice and Davante Adams headline five players whose roles, target competition or recent production create reasons for concern. PFF data also highlights potential downside for Courtland Sutton, Jakobi Meyers and Wan'Dale Robinson.

By Nathan Jahnke Aug 26, 2026 9:43 am EDT
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These 2026 fantasy football tight end targets feature league winners, breakouts and sleepers based on the latest rankings and ADP. Tucker Kraft carries top-three upside, while Dalton Kincaid's PFF receiving metrics highlight his breakout potential. Chig Okonkwo, Brenton Strange, Terrance Ferguson and Charlie Kolar offer additional value later in drafts.

By Nathan Jahnke Aug 26, 2026 9:33 am EDT
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These five 2026 fantasy football draft targets combine role, value and upside at their current ADPs. Chase Brown and Luther Burden III headline the group, while Parker Washington and Tucker Kraft offer intriguing receiving potential. Justin Herbert rounds out the list as a quarterback worth targeting later in single-quarterback drafts.

By Nathan Jahnke Aug 26, 2026 9:21 am EDT
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This 2026 fantasy football draft strategy provides a round-by-round plan for 10-team, single-quarterback PPR leagues from the No. 5 pick. Jaxon Smith-Njigba leads the first-round targets, while Chase Brown and Kyren Williams offer early running back options. PFF Grades and consensus ADP help identify targets throughout the draft.

By Nathan Jahnke Aug 26, 2026 9:11 am EDT
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This 2026 fantasy football draft strategy provides a round-by-round plan for 10-team, single-quarterback PPR leagues from the No. 4 pick. Puka Nacua leads the early wide receiver targets, while Kenneth Walker and Kyren Williams headline the running back options. PFF Grades and consensus ADP help identify targets throughout the draft.

By Nathan Jahnke Aug 26, 2026 8:53 am EDT
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