Fantasy Football Player Notes

Garrett Wilson's injury-shortened 2025 masked what looked like a target monster season before he got hurt. The Jets star commanded an elite 30% target share early in the season despite subpar quarterback play, reinforcing his status as one of the league's top target earners. With Geno Smith now under center and improved offensive line play in New York, Wilson is set up for a bounce-back campaign. Even with added target competition in the form of two first-round rookies, Wilson projects as the clear centerpiece of the Jets passing attack and an underrated fantasy WR1 candidate in 2026.

2026 first-rounder Omar Cooper Jr. enters a Jets offense that lacks an established No. 2 option, but the rookie's versatility and run-after-catch ability could help him carve out an immediate role. The former Indiana standout was one of the best YAC receivers in the class and offers inside-outside flexibility that complements Jets WR1 Garrett Wilson well. Opportunity may be limited early with multiple young pass-catchers already in place, but Cooper has a realistic path to earning the No. 2 WR role over time. His fantasy appeal likely hinges more on efficiency and manufactured touches.