5 Dynasty Rookie Draft Picks to Target (Fantasy Football)

The 2026 NFL Draft has come and gone. Now that this phase of the NFL offseason has ended, it’s on to fantasy football drafts for many leagues. That will often start with dynasty drafts both startup and rookie drafts. We’ll have you covered with our dynasty rookie draft rankings and advice to help you dominate your leagues. Here’s a look at a few dynasty rookie draft prospects to know as you prepare for your draft.

Dynasty Rookie Draft Advice: Picks Experts Target

Here are a few dynasty rookie draft picks our analysts love to target in 2026.

Ted Hurst (WR – TB)

Ted Hurst is one of the more intriguing Day 2 receivers from the 2026 class after dominating at multiple collegiate stops and testing like a true NFL athlete. The Buccaneers landed a size-speed prospect with legitimate downfield chops, as Hurst led the FBS in deep-ball production while showcasing strong contested-catch ability and red-zone upside. Tampa Bay offers a realistic path to early playing time with Mike Evans gone, giving Hurst an opportunity to compete for outside snaps immediately. He may be somewhat raw entering the league, but the athletic profile, target-earning ability, and landing spot make Hurst an appealing upside bet for both dynasty and deeper redraft formats.
– Andrew Erickson

Oscar Delp (TE – NO)

Whoa, baby! We are off to the races. The Saints drafted Oscar Delp in the third round of the NFL Draft. Delp could have a quiet rookie year behind Juwan Johnson and Noah Fant, but I expect him to walk into 2027 with a shot to be the team’s starting tight end. Fant is on a two-year deal that is basically a puffed-up one-year deal. Johnson is entering his age-30 season and is a free agent after the 2027 season. The runway could clear quickly for Delp. I want to bet on his upside in the second round of rookie drafts.
– Derek Brown

Malachi Fields (WR – NYG)

Malachi Fields lands in an intriguing spot with the Giants after being selected in the third round of the 2026 NFL Draft. The 6-foot-5 receiver brings size and downfield ability to New York’s offense, flashing strong ball skills and separation ability throughout the pre-draft process despite a disappointing Combine 40 time. Fields profiles as a strong fit alongside Jaxson Dart given his vertical play style, and Malik Nabers‘ injury could open the door for early-season opportunities. He’s an intriguing rookie stash with upside if he earns immediate snaps during training camp.
– Andrew Erickson

Demond Claiborne (RB – MIN)

The slender speedster was selected in the sixth round of the NFL Draft by the Vikings. He enters a depth chart led by Jordan Mason and Aaron Jones. Jones hasn’t been the picture of health over the last few years in the NFL, so it’s possible at some point that Claiborne could be operating as Mason’s complement at some point in the 2026 NFL season. I’m not high on Claiborne as a player. The speed is real, but he’s not an illustrious tackle breaker, and the size will limit his volume even if he is active and garnering touches at some point this season.
– Derek Brown

Chris Brazzell (WR – CAR)

Chris Brazzell gives Carolina’s young offense a much-needed vertical element after the Panthers added the explosive former Tennessee receiver in Round 3. At 6-foot-4 with legit speed, Brazzell profiles as a field stretcher capable of creating splash plays immediately, even if week-to-week consistency takes time. His path to fantasy relevance likely depends on carving out a specialized deep-threat role early while developing the rest of his game. The profile carries some risk given Tennessee receivers’ mixed NFL track record, but the athleticism and early-career production make him an intriguing long-term bet.
– Andrew Erickson