Raju Byfield | Fri, Apr 10th 2026, 6:30am EDT

Dynasty Rookie Mock Draft: 1QB (2026 Fantasy Football)

The 2026 NFL Draft is almost here. Rookie drafts are already underway in some dynasty leagues, but for most of us, our drafts will take place after the NFL Draft is complete. However, it is still tremendously helpful to get a firmer grasp of the class and their outlooks before rose-tinted glasses are donned once a prospect finds a team to call home. We will take a look at the projected first round of rookie mock draft, along with the draft ceilings and floors in potential draft rooms. Let’s dig in.

Dynasty Rookie Mock Draft: 1QB, PPR (2026 Fantasy Football)

1.01 – Jeremiyah Love (RB – Notre Dame)

Love would be the 1.01 if we combined the 2025 and 2026 classes. Enough said.

Draft ceiling: 1.01, Draft floor: 1.01

1.02 – Carnell Tate (WR – Ohio State)

Tate has become the consensus top receiver in this draft class, but that has been as much about process of elimination as it is solely about Tate. Tate has the highest floor in the class and also boasts double digit touchdown upside, which should give him the higher ADP once landing spots are cemented. In real life, he will be drafted first because he isn’t primarily a slot and does not have a slightly concerning injury history looming as a cloud over his head. In fantasy, he will be drafted first because he will likely be stepping into a 1a or 1b role immediately upon arrival.

Draft ceiling: 1.02, Draft floor: 1.04

1.03 – Makai Lemon (WR – USC)

Makai Lemon will be an exciting rookie who can threaten for his team’s lead in receptions from year one. He can be used in a variety of ways, even if he is ticketed for a slot-heavy role. The theme of this draft class outside of Love is landing spot, and the same holds true for Lemon, who can be a prolific 1b immediately in the right situation.

Draft ceiling: 1.02, Draft floor: 1.07

1.04 – Jordyn Tyson (WR – Arizona)

For what it’s worth, Tyson would likely be dominating WR1 conversations if he sat out the 2025 college season. Unfortunately, many NIL deals require the player to be playing or, at the very least, rehabbing from an injury, to receive their funds. The 2025 season did him no favors after his 2023 and 2024 seasons were cut short by season-ending injuries. The talented wideout suffered a hamstring injury, returned too early, and reaggravated it. Two season-ending injuries can be considered unlucky; add them to two consecutive soft tissue injuries, and some teams have dropped Tyson down their boards. If he can stay healthy in the NFL, he has as much, if not more, upside than any receiver in this draft.

Draft Ceiling: 1.02, Draft floor: 1.09

1.05 – Jadarian Price (RB – Notre Dame)

Landing spot will, of course, be crucial, but Price should eventually take over whatever backfield he lands in (unless, of course, Atlanta messes around), making him an easy top-five selection in most draft rooms.

Draft ceiling: 1.02, Draft floor: 2.06

1.06 – Chris Bell (WR – Louisville)

Bell is going to shoot up draft boards once the NFL Draft is complete. He likely will not be back to form until 2027, but in dynasty, you are drafting for the first contract (and hopefully) beyond. At 1.06, the team in question missed the playoffs, so their timeline is likely two or more seasons before competitiveness anyway. This is likely his draft ceiling, but if he gets Day 2 draft capital as expected, we could see him in the first round of sharp rookie draft rooms.

Draft Ceiling: 1.06, Draft floor: 2.12

1.07 – K.C. Concepcion (WR – Texas A&M)

Concepcion can be a fantasy star if he lands in the right situation. This mock assumes that he finds a plus landing spot, as most teams that would be interested in him will likely have a significant role ready for him. He has 90 reception upside with the right landing spot. 1.05 is his ceiling unless he lands with the Rams, Chiefs, or 49ers.

Draft ceiling: 1.03, Draft floor: 2.02

1.08 – Denzel Boston (WR – Washington)

Boston is more than just a 50/50 winner like JJ Arcega-Whiteside; he can run a variety of routes and possesses separation skills, unlike the former second-round pick. Boston is as high as second or third on some boards of some NFL teams due to his upside as a potential number one receiver. His rookie draft rise in projected could be significant.

Draft ceiling: 1.03, Draft floor: 2.06

1.09 – Omar Cooper Jr. (WR – Indiana)

Cooper’s landing spot will dictate his level of success in the league, but more specifically in fantasy football. He appears ticketed for a number two role, but not all number two roles are created equal. In some offenses, he would essentially be option 1b, while in others, he may be behind WR1, TE1, and RB1 in target share. While this is true for all wideouts, including those listed ahead of him, a large part of Cooper’s appeal, aside from projected draft capital, is that he is headed for a slot dominant role that is expected to garner him WR3 or better level volume. 1.04, or maybe even 1.03, is his ceiling.

Draft ceiling: 1.03, Draft floor: 2.06

1.10 – Jonah Coleman (RB – Washington)

Jonah Coleman checks in as the RB2 for some analysts pre-draft, so don’t be surprised to see him leapfrog Price in consensus if he finds a more favorable landing spot than the former Fighting Irish. 1.03 is his ceiling.

Draft ceiling: 1.03, Draft floor: 3.12

1.11 – Emmett Johnson (RB – Nebraska)

EJ is listed here with the ‘draft pending’ caveat. He is expected to be drafted to a committee but could be thrust into a lead back role, depending on the depth chart. The hope is that he lands in a zone scheme, but he has displayed the type of patience that should allow him to find success as long as he has an above-average offensive line in front of him. With that said, consider this more of a post-draft RB4 placeholder than a confirmation that Johnson will be a first round rookie pick come April. Running backs like Mike Washington, Nicholas Singleton, Kaytyon Allen, or Robert Henry Jr.

Draft ceiling: 1.03, Draft floor: 3.07

1.12 – Kenyon Sadiq (TE – Oregon)

Sadiq will be a fun addition to any NFL roster, but in 1-QB, non TE premium leagues, he will likely be selected in the late first or early second round of most draft rooms. He should develop into a top-12 tight end, so fantasy managers should look for a way to stash him, but landing spot will determine his level of success. His athletic gifts are well documented, but it is his plus blocking that will ensure that he logs heavy snaps from Week 1.

Draft ceiling: 1.06, Draft floor: 2.08

On the bubble: Eli Stowers (TE – Vanderbilt), Chris Brazzell (WR – Tennessee), Fernando Mendoza (QB – Cal), Ty Simpson (QB – Alabama), Mike Washington (RB – Arkansas), Ja’Kobi Lane (WR – USC), Bryce Lance (WR – NDSU), Zachariah Branch (WR – Georgia)

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