The 2026 NFL Draft is in the rearview mirror. While most rookie drafts are complete, some leagues wait until July to select their incoming class. So let’s not waste any time and dive into this three-round rookie mock draft, tailored for a 14-team, PPR, superflex dynasty league format.
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Dynasty Rookie Mock Draft
Pick 1.01: Jeremiyah Love (RB – ARI)
Love was always going to be the top pick in dynasty rookie drafts, regardless of his NFL landing spot. Unfortunately, the Cardinals were the worst of the four potential landing spots for the former Notre Dame star, as he will play behind a poor offensive line and for a team that will likely have to throw at a high rate in 2026. However, Love is a core part of an up-and-coming offense that should be significantly better next season after Arizona improves their quarterback situation.
Pick 1.02: Carnell Tate (WR – TEN)
Many were surprised when the Titans took Tate with the fourth overall pick in the NFL Draft. His top-five draft capital is significant, as nearly no mock drafts had Tennessee taking a wide receiver with the fourth overall pick. Furthermore, he will quickly become Cam Ward’s No. 1 wide receiver and should see a massive target share as a rookie. Tate has limited target competition, with Wan’Dale Robinson restricted to the slot and Calvin Ridley on the wrong side of 30 and coming off a broken fibula.
Pick 1.03: Jordyn Tyson (WR – NO)
Some believe Tyson would have been the first wide receiver drafted if not for his injury history. Yet, he landed in an excellent spot for his fantasy value. Yes, Chris Olave is still the Saints’ No. 1 wide receiver. However, that could change starting next season, as Olave is heading into the final year of his contract. More importantly, Tyler Shough played really well last season and looks like a franchise quarterback. Tyson could be a fantasy star sooner than later with Kellen Moore on the sidelines.
Pick 1.04: Makai Lemon (WR – PHI)
The worst-kept secret in the NFL was that A.J. Brown would be traded after June 1, giving Lemon a starting role as a rookie. However, his long-term fantasy upside is still limited, as DeVonta Smith is the clear-cut No. 1 wide receiver with Brown traded. Furthermore, Philadelphia spent a second-round pick on Eli Stowers, meaning Lemon will have meaningful target competition as the No. 2 guy in the passing attack, even in 2027 when Dallas Goedert won’t be on the roster. Yet, he is worthy of a top-four rookie pick.
Pick 1.05: Fernando Mendoza (QB – LV)
Fantasy players can take Mendoza as early as the 1.02 pick if they are desperate at the quarterback position. While Kirk Cousins will likely start in Week 1, the former Indiana star will make his NFL debut sooner than later. Furthermore, he has a solid supporting cast, with Brock Bowers, Ashton Jeanty, and an improved offensive line. Mendoza won’t be a star as a rookie, but could be a sophomore-year breakout candidate if Las Vegas gets him a legitimate No. 1 wide receiver in the 2027 NFL Draft.
Pick 1.06: Jadarian Price (RB – SEA)
While most rookies landed in average or poor landing spots, Price was the biggest winner of the NFL Draft. The former Notre Dame star snuck into the first round of the NFL Draft and landed a featured role as a rookie. Seattle lost Kenneth Walker III in free agency, while Zach Charbonnet had ACL surgery in February. Don’t pay any attention to the coach speak about wanting Price to be part of a committee out of the gate. He is by far the team’s best healthy running back.
Pick 1.07: KC Concepcion (WR – CLE)
Cleveland wisely took two wide receivers with their first three picks in the NFL Draft. Concepcion should be the Browns’ No. 1 wide receiver sooner than later, especially with Todd Monken taking over as the head coach, who could see the rookie as his new Zay Flowers. The former Texas A&M star was somewhat of a surprise first-round NFL Draft pick. Yet, Concepcion is a top-eight dynasty rookie pick lock because he should see a meaningful number of designed touches early in his career.
Pick 1.08: Denzel Boston (WR – CLE)
Many were shocked when Boston didn’t get drafted on the first night of the NFL Draft, as he was considered a Day 1 lock. Unfortunately, landing in Cleveland significantly hurts his fantasy value as a rookie. Not only did the Browns take K.C. Concepcion with their second first-round pick, but the team has arguably the worst quarterback situation in the NFL. Furthermore, unlike Concepcion, Boston won’t have many designed touches as a big-body outside receiver. However, he has reportedly outplayed his fellow rookie so far in a Browns uniform.
Pick 1.09: Kenyon Sadiq (TE – NYJ)
No one saw the Jets drafting Sadiq, especially after spending a top-50 pick on Mason Taylor last year, who had a solid rookie season. The former Oregon star has significant fantasy upside, thanks to his athletic abilities. Unfortunately, he joined a New York offense that is suddenly loaded with talent. Garrett Wilson remains the clear-cut No. 1 guy, while Taylor and Adonai Mitchell had positive moments last year. The Jets also drafted Omar Cooper Jr. and still don’t have a franchise quarterback on the roster.
Pick 1.10: Omar Cooper Jr. (WR – NYJ)
Speaking of Cooper, the fantasy football community had high hopes for him, especially if he landed in an appealing situation, like with the Los Angeles Rams at 13th overall. Unfortunately, Cooper is now part of a crowded Jets receiving corps that spent a top-16 pick on Kenyon Sadiq, has Garrett Wilson, and recently signed Breece Hall to a contract extension. Cooper will have fantasy value, but any chance of his being a star early in his career is likely over, especially given the team’s quarterback situation.
Pick 1.11: Ty Simpson (QB – LAR)
Simpson was arguably the most polarizing fantasy-relevant prospect heading into the 2026 NFL Draft. However, the former Alabama star landed in the perfect spot for his long-term fantasy outlook because of Sean McVay. Matthew Stafford is under contract through the 2027 season, meaning the rookie likely won’t play meaningful snaps for two years. While fantasy players will have to wait to see Simpson on the field, playing the long game is smart. Fantasy players reaped the reward of waiting when drafting Aaron Rodgers and Jordan Love in the past.
Pick 1.12: Antonio Williams (WR – WAS)
Unfortunately, this is where the rookie class has a significant tier break. Reportedly, Chig Okonkwo has had an impressive offseason. Meanwhile, many expect Brandon Aiyuk to be a Commander when training camp rolls around. However, Williams is still one of my favorite rookie draft targets. He was productive in college, totaling 130 receptions for 1,508 receiving yards and 15 touchdowns in 24 games over his final two years at Clemson. Furthermore, Williams is likely to be the starting slot receiver, giving him potentially massive upside in David Blough’s new offense.
Pick 1.13 – Chris Bell (WR – MIA)
The Dolphins made massive changes at the wide receiver position this offseason, trading away Jaylen Waddle. Yet, they waited until the middle rounds of the NFL Draft to add three wide receivers. While Bell was the second of the trio drafted because of a torn ACL, the former Louisville star is one of my top rookie draft targets. Bell would have been a potential first-round NFL Draft pick if healthy. While he might not see him on the field until November, Bell could quickly become Miami’s No. 1 wide receiver.
Pick 1.14 – Eli Stowers (TE – PHI)
Fantasy players won’t get much production from Stowers as a rookie despite the Eagles trading away A.J. Brown earlier this month. Philadelphia held onto Dallas Goedert while adding Makai Lemon, Marquise Brown, and Dontayvion Wicks to their receiving corps. However, Goedert only signed a one-year deal this offseason, opening the door for Stowers to take over as the starting tight end in 2027. While he will have to compete with Lemon for targets behind DeVonta Smith, the former Vanderbilt star has the athletic ability to potentially become a fantasy star.
Round 2
- Pick 2.01: Germie Bernard (WR – PIT)
- Pick 2.02: De’Zhaun Stribling (WR – SF)
- Pick 2.03: Jonah Coleman (RB – DEN)
- Pick 2.04: Zachariah Branch (WR – ATL)
- Pick 2.05: Ted Hurst (WR – TB)
- Pick 2.06: Carson Beck (QB – ARI)
- Pick 2.07: Malachi Fields (WR – NYG)
- Pick 2.08: Nick Singleton (RB – TEN)
- Pick 2.09: Kaytron Allen (RB – WAS)
- Pick 2.10: Skyler Bell (WR – BUF)
- Pick 2.11: Drew Allar (QB – PIT)
- Pick 2.12: Chris Brazzell II (WR – CAR)
- Pick 2.13: Elijah Sarratt (WR – BAL)
- Pick 2.14: Max Klare (TE – LAR)
Round 3
- Pick 3.01: Oscar Delp (TE – NO)
- Pick 3.02: Ja’Kobi Lane (WR – BAL)
- Pick 3.03: Emmett Johnson (RB – KC)
- Pick 3.04: Mike Washington Jr. (RB – LV)
- Pick 3.05: CJ Daniels (WR – LAR)
- Pick 3.06: Bryce Lance (WR – NO)
- Pick 3.07: Deion Burks (WR – IND)
- Pick 3.08: Adam Randall (RB – BAL)
- Pick 3.09: Eli Raridon (TE – NE)
- Pick 3.10: Brenen Thompson (WR – LAC)
- Pick 3.11: Kaelon Black (RB – SF)
- Pick 3.12: Sam Roush (TE – CHI)
- Pick 3.13: Demond Claiborne (RB – MIN)
- Pick 3.14: Cade Klubnik (QB – NYJ)
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