NFL Draft Dream Landing Spots (2026 Fantasy Football)

“Antonio Williams operated as Clemson’s slot receiver in 2025 (93% slot rate and 20% target share), but he hardly lived up to the expectations he set in 2024 (along with most of the 2025 Clemson team). The 5-foot-11-inch and 187-pound wide receiver spent all four years playing for the Tigers, but broke out as a true freshman in 2022 at 19 years old. He led Clemson in catches, yards, and targets from the slot. Injuries aside, Williams checks off a lot of boxes of a rookie wide receiver sleeper with a high-volume slot role projection at the next level. From Weeks 4-14, Williams averaged over six receptions per game.”
– Andrew Erickson (FantasyPros)

“Antonio Williams can step in and start as a slot receiver in the NFL immediately due to his easy separation ability underneath, and sure hands. If he lands on a team that likes to utilize 11 personnel, he’ll contribute right away. ”
– Wyatt Bertolone (Player Profiler)

Skyler Bell (WR)

“Skyler Bell is an intriguing catch-and-run threat who could be either a slot guy or a Z receiver. He’s a smooth mover who can abruptly change direction without gearing down, and he’s dangerous with the ball in his hands. On the right NFL team, Bell could potentially be a high-volume pass catcher. He had 101 catches for 1,278 yards at UConn last year and averaged 8.2 yards after the catch per reception, according to Dane Brugler of The Athletic.”
– Pat Fitzmaurice (FantasyPros)

“UCONN Huskies WR Skyler Bell has already proved that fit is the difference between being a hero and being a zero. After three years of modest production at Wisconsin, the three-star prospect returned home, where he totaled over 2,000 yards & 18 TDs in two seasons for the Huskies. In 2025, specifically, he was named UCONN’s first-ever consensus All-American, setting program records in receptions (101) and TDs (13). Bell followed this up with a brilliant performance at the NFL Combine, checking in at 5-foot-11 and running a 4.4-second 40-yard dash, ultimately finishing with a 9.8 RAS. While he played both X receiver and the slot at UCONN, given his size, Bell likely profiles best as a flanker at the next level. Teams that have an immediate need there include the Baltimore Ravens, Buffalo Bills, San Francisco 49ers, New York Giants, and New York Jets. Any of them would be ideal landing spots for him, with more preference obviously going to the teams with elite quarterbacks.”
– Seth Woolcock (FantasyPros)

Ted Hurst (WR)

“Ted Hurst is a fascinating prospect. He went to small schools — first at Valdosta State, then to Georgia State — but has a bunch of traits that teams lust after when scouting receivers. He’s big, standing at 6’4″ and 206 pounds. He’s fast, clocking a 4.42 40-yard dash at the NFL Combine. And he’s a playmaker. As a junior, he broke the Georgia State school record with nine receiving touchdowns. Then last year, he caught 71 passes and topped 1,000 yards, earning First-Team All-Sun Belt honors. Hurst can stretch defenses vertically, and he can use his large frame to bully cornerbacks in the end zone. He feels like a guy who could step right into an immediate role for a number of teams, including the Dolphins, Titans, Raiders, Browns, and Commanders. ”
– Wolf Trelles-Heard (FantasyPros)

K.C. Concepcion (WR)

“K.C. Concepcion is a playmaker and could make an impact on a lot of teams. Right now, he is being projected as a late first-round pick. This could be an ideal scenario where he could land on one of these playoff teams with one of the top offenses. He could also end up paired with a top quarterback in this scenario as well. The Bills and 49ers pick 26 and 27, and the Patriots are at 31. All would be ideal for Concepcion.”
– David Heilman (Dynasty Trade Calculator)

Denzel Boston (WR)

“This may be cheating considering he COULD be a 1st round selection; however, if the name isn’t Tate, Lemon, or Tyson, it may well be considered a sleeper at this point. Denzel Boston has been a favorite throughout the entire pre-draft process. The former Washington Huskies receiver dominates with his size and elite hands, profiling him as a near-perfect “X” receiver in most NFL offenses. Where Boston will thrive best is in an offense that features an elite QB that can throw passes that he can go and get, to use that physicality he is best known for. Landing spot dependent, Boston could be a sneaky selection at the back-end of round 1 in rookie drafts.”
– Ed Birdsall (Talking Points Sports)

“Denzel Boston is a massive 6’4” target whose elite catch radius and contested-catch ability make him the true “X” receiver the Patriots have lacked for years. After a dominant 2025 season where he hauled in 11 touchdowns, he has proven that his size and ball-tracking skills are a nightmare for cornerbacks in the red zone. If New England selects him to pair with Drake Maye, he would immediately surpass the team’s current rotational options to become the primary boundary threat. Even if the rumored A.J. Brown trade happens, Boston’s reliable hands and “monster” frame would allow him to thrive as a high-volume contributor while defenses focus on the veterans. For fantasy managers in 2026 redraft leagues, he is a premier sleeper who could provide immediate weekly starter value as Maye’s most trusted target.”
– Lawrence Iacona (Gridiron Experts)

Malachi Fields (WR)

“Malachi Fields is a nice, big-bodied receiver who has the possibility of being a great sleeper for a team needing an endzone threat. Some of the teams mentioned as a landing place for him that could lead to this coming to fruition. Catching passes from Cam Ward for the Tennessee Titans would be an excellent spot, due to the fact that the team has mostly speed receivers like Wandale Robinson & Chimere Dike. Tampa Bay would be another excellent landing spot as Fields could step into the Mike Evans role on the team. Wherever he lands, he has the potential to be a great sleeper and contribute in his rookie year, especially for teams needing a player to win one-on-one situations where a bigger body can prevail!”
– Adam Dove (The Fantasy Couriers)

Which QB or TE are you monitoring heading into the NFL Draft because you feel the right landing spot could make them a potential sleeper in 2026 Fantasy Football leagues?

Oscar Delp (TE)

“The production for Georgia’s Oscar Delp does not jump off the page. The Bulldogs’ offense featured other guys instead of Delp, despite him being very productive when he got his opportunities. He averaged over 8 yards after the catch (8.2) – a mark that ranked top-10 in the nation during the 2025 college season. Delp is expected to get much higher draft capital than the consensus projects, especially after an extremely strong pro day. If he lands on a TE-needy team (Panthers, Patriots), he has instant fantasy appeal.”
– Andrew Erickson (FantasyPros)

“The more I watch Oscar Delp, the more I’m convinced he’s going to be a stud at the next level. He was the No. 1 tight end prospect in the country coming out of high school. He stayed close to home and went to Georgia, but never really popped from a production standpoint. His best season came as a sophomore, when he caught 24 balls for 284 yards and three scores. Still, after crushing it at Georgia’s pro day, Delp is gaining steam and climbing up draft boards. He ran a 4.48 40-yard dash and turned heads in the process. If he gets Day 2 draft capital to a team like the Panthers or Dolphins — teams where he could vault to the top of the depth chart pretty easily — then I could see him being a much more productive pro than college player.”
– Wolf Trelles-Heard (FantasyPros)

“Oscar Delp is a name to watch as a 2026 sleeper because his elite blocking and reliable hands make him a foundational tight end ready for an immediate three-down role. While the Bulldogs’ run-heavy scheme limited his raw production last year, his efficiency and 4.48-speed at his Pro Day prove he has the athletic ceiling to become a high-volume target in the NFL. He is an ideal fit for the Los Angeles Chargers, where his ability to challenge defenses vertically would provide Justin Herbert with the athletic seam-stretcher the offense currently lacks. His refined route running and “homegrown” toughness allow him to find soft spots in zone coverage, making him a potential security blanket similar to how Brock Bowers functioned at Georgia. If Delp lands in a tight-end-deficient system like Los Angeles next week, his high-floor skill set will make him a massive PPR value for 2026 redraft managers.”
– Lawrence Iacona (Gridiron Experts)

Sam Roush (TE)

“Sam Roush. As the best blocking tight end in the class, the 6-6, 267-pound Roush is likely to be a Day 2 pick. But he’s more than just a blocker. Roush had 89 catches over his last two college seasons at Stanford. He also tested like a champ at the combine, posting a Relative Athletic Score of 9.99 on a 10-point scale, per Kent Lee Platte. If he lands on a team that has a vacancy for a three-down tight end, Roush could quickly become fantasy-viable.”
– Pat Fitzmaurice (FantasyPros)

“Sam Roush is a HUGE tight end prospect that could step into a team’s starting lineup. His size would lend to him being able to block when needed, keeping him on the field for more plays, possibly for chip blocks, and rolling out for short passes. He is being linked to the Denver Broncos, which would be an excellent fit where he could step in for an underperforming Evan Engram and be a big body in the red zone for Bo Nix to grow with, as Courtland Sutton is toward the end of his career and the usual target for Nix in the endzone. Wherever Roush lands, if he is used correctly, he will provide some NFL quarterback with a big target in the middle of the field to move the chains or win a jump ball in the endzone with his 38.5-inch vertical!”
– Adam Dove (The Fantasy Couriers)

Tanner Koziol (TE)

“Houston Cougars TE Tanner Koziol is the tip of the second tier of big men in this draft for me. Many questioned the two-star recruit’s junior season at Ball State, where he finished second in the conference and sixth in the country in receptions (94) among all players. He then transferred to Houston, where he linked up with QB Connor Weigman for 74 receptions (most in the conference), 727 yards, and six TDs, earning First-Team All-Big Ten Honors. Koziol also has the athletic profile to back up that production, checking in at the NFL Combine at 6-foot-6 and 247 pounds, finishing with a 9.58 RAS. Koziol is the ideal fit for a high-powered NFL offense that knows how to deploy tight ends and is on its last stand of rolling out an aging veteran. These teams include the Kansas City Chiefs, Baltimore Ravens, San Francisco 49ers, and Philadelphia Eagles.”
– Seth Woolcock (FantasyPros)

Eli Stowers (TE)

“We all know that the Denver Broncos are still looking for their Joker. Eli Stowers to the Denver Broncos would be a fun pairing with Jaylen Waddle and Courtland Sutton. The combinations of Waddle, Harvey, and Stowers would really add some juice to that Denver offense.”
– David Heilman (Dynasty Trade Calculator)

“The tight end I’m monitoring is Eli Stowers (6-foot-4, 235lbs, 2x First-Team All-SEC, unanimous All-American (2025), and the winner of the John Mackey Award), a projected day 2 pick who profiles as a fantasy-friendly TE due to his athletic profile and receiving usage, and is essentially a big-slot weapon rather than a traditional inline tight end. If he lands in a system that maintains that role, he has a realistic path to 60 – 80 targets as a rookie, putting him firmly in the TE sleeper conversation for 2026 fantasy leagues.”
– Avery Thrasher (The Branded Sports)

Justin Joly (TE)

“Justin Joly showed constant statistical growth throughout his three collegiate seasons at both UConn and NC State. As durable as they come, Joly was consistently available during his collegiate career and put up solid numbers, including a 661 receiving yard season a year ago. Joly is an athlete who will have to grow on the job, but the potential he possesses is enormous. He is a late-flier in rookie drafts, but for the ceiling, he is worth the cost as one of the drafter’s last selections.”
– Ed Birdsall (Talking Points Sports)

Cole Payton (QB)

“Cole Payton is big, athletic, and still learning to play QB, but the rumor is he’s rising up draft boards due to his physical gifts. With the right draft capital and landing spot, we may see him sooner than originally thought.”
– Wyatt Bertolone (Player Profiler)

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