7 Dynasty Fantasy Football Trade Targets: Undervalued Sleepers (2026)

April 14, 2026

Quincy Milton's seven dynasty fantasy football sleepers to target in trades for 2026. His top sneaky sleeper trade targets and values for 2026 fantasy football leagues.

Dynasty fantasy football never sleeps. The beauty of this format is that you get to be a general manager year-round. Heard exciting news about one player? See if he is on your waiver wire. Do you want to improve your team to make a run at a title? Make a trade offer with a team that is rebuilding.

With dynasty always affording fantasy managers a chance to play the game, it is important to keep an eye on player scenarios throughout the offseason. What may seem like a small move in March could speak volumes in September. You do not want to miss out on chances for sleepers because you were caught sleeping.

You never know what opportunity could await you around each corner. A sleeper is simply a player you acquired on the cheap who plays a meaningful role for you for at least a season. That does not mean they will be a superstar, but we all need a handful of secondary players to support our juggernauts. Let's dive into seven dynasty sleepers for the 2026 season.

Tyler Shough - QB, New Orleans Saints

The Saints seem to have finally found their Drew Brees replacement in Shough. Amazingly, Shough is older than Trevor Lawrence, who entered the league five years ago when Brees was retiring. Still, Shough was a solid rookie in 2025. We do not always see these older guys succeed, but Shough was different.

What makes Shough a dynasty sleeper is what he can do with his legs. In nine starts last season, Shough quietly ran for 174 yards and three touchdowns. While those numbers are not world-beating, if you stretch that over 17 games, Shough was on pace for 329 rushing yards and five to six touchdowns.

Tyler Shough to Juwan Johnson to extend the Saints lead!

NOvsCAR on FOX/FOX Onehttps://t.co/HkKw7uXVnt pic.twitter.com/JIHgAowlFE

— NFL (@NFL) November 9, 2025

If you couple Shough's rushing ability with solid passing production and limited mistakes (10:6 touchdown-to-interception ratio), you have a low-end QB1 on your hands. Shough was already a streaming candidate in 2025. With an upgraded offense and another year in this system, he could be a serious contributor for fantasy in 2026.

The best part is that Shough is not currently viewed as a clear QB1. Most managers who have him likely picked him up off waivers and have another established starter. He is a solid target this offseason, especially if you can get him before the NFL Draft, when the Saints may grab another weapon.

Dylan Sampson - RB, Cleveland Browns

Sampson was quite the receiver in 2025. He caught 33 passes for 271 yards, which outpaced his rushing output of 175 yards. He is a clear No. 2 running back behind Quinshon Judkins, but with no more Jerome Ford in the mix, Sampson has a path to flex value in this offense.

Judkins will receive the majority of the rushing work, but his receiving role was not as voluminous or as productive as Sampson's. New head coach Todd Monken is expected to utilize these backs in a complementary role.

got those wheels goin' for the score!#CLEvsLV on CBS and NFL+ pic.twitter.com/k1UFLthw35

— Cleveland Browns (@Browns) November 23, 2025

Sampson also has solid draft capital as a Round 4 selection. While that is not draft capital that suggests he will be a feature back, it does suggest that the Browns had a role in mind for him. The coaching staff that drafted Sampson may be gone, but he flashed enough talent in 2025 to hold onto that role and potentially expand it in 2026.

Sampson is not an exciting pick, but he profiles similarly to a Danny Woodhead or James White of old. He could provide solid PPR value for several years.

Ricky Pearsall - WR, San Francisco 49ers

Many fantasy managers have been quite disappointed with Pearsall's return on investment through two seasons. Pearsall has spent a considerable amount of time on the injury report, and he has not played in more than 11 games in a season. However, Pearsall's production when he is on the field has been underrated.

Let's not forget that Pearsall began the 2025 season on fire before injuries knocked him back. He was able to end the season on a decently high note after a midseason skid. He seemed to be at his best in a secondary role. The addition of Mike Evans this offseason should keep a lot of pressure off Pearsall, potentially allowing him to thrive.

Pearsall did not catch any touchdowns in 2025, but his line of 36 receptions for 528 yards in nine games was respectable. If he can put together a near-full season, he could expand those numbers quite a bit.

Pearsall's value in dynasty is already pretty low. A lot of managers are likely looking to get out of their Pearsall shares, especially with the signing of Evans. You can lean into that and try to acquire him for pennies on the dollar. He has WR2 upside this season and beyond.

Tre' Harris - WR, Los Angeles Chargers

Harris delivered underwhelming statistics in 2025, but he flashed solid potential in a Chargers' offense that was rife with injuries. With veteran wide receiver Keenan Allen still unsigned, Harris has a solid path to a starting role this season.

Ladd McConkey should continue to operate in the slot, allowing Harris and Quentin Johnston to play on the outside. Additionally, the Chargers seem to remain unsold on Johnston, which could afford Harris more opportunities to prove himself.

Harris is a Round 2 selection heading into Year 2. He should take a large leap forward based on talent alone. Additionally, the Chargers' offense should be much improved in 2026 with a healthy offensive line and new offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel calling the shots.

Other managers know these facts about Harris, but all you have to do is convince one person. If Harris hits this year, you will never be able to acquire him for a reasonable price.

Tory Horton - WR, Seattle Seahawks

Horton's star burned bright in 2025. He was scoring touchdowns at a high clip while proving himself as a valuable downfield threat in the offense. A shin injury suffered in November cost Horton the remainder of his rookie season, but he should be back in time for training camp.

Horton should fit in well alongside fellow downfield threat Rashid Shaheed. The Seahawks' wide receiving room is deep with Jaxon Smith-Njigba and Cooper Kupp also in the fold. However, Kupp is clearly entering more of a mentor phase of his career, and Horton should find his way on the field a bit more in 2026.

Ok, rook! 🙂‍↔️ @toryhorton11

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— Seattle Seahawks (@Seahawks) November 3, 2025

One might think that the presence of Shaheed in a similar role would limit Horton's potential. While possible, the presence of both players will give defenses serious headaches. As such, they may open up lanes for each other.

Horton certainly projects as a boom/bust player moving forward, but his nose for the end zone is clear, and his talent is undeniable. He would be an easy target in dynasty who could pay out in the long run.

Adonai Mitchell - WR, New York Jets

Jets players are never the most exciting in these exercises, but Mitchell does have true sleeper potential in this offense. While Mitchell has never fully broken out, this is still a Round 2 selection from 2024 who is only 23 years old. The potential for more production is clear.

Mitchell was semi-productive over the back half of the 2025 season after being traded to the Jets. He finished the season with 453 receiving yards and two touchdowns while acting as the Jets' de facto No. 1 wide receiver. He also seemed to find his legs a bit once he experienced a fresh start in New York.

Usual No. 1 wide receiver Garrett Wilson will return from injury in 2026, and he should take pressure off of Mitchell. As such, Mitchell could find himself with more room to operate and use the speed that made him a Round 2 selection in the first place. Additionally, Geno Smith may not be the most inspiring quarterback, but he should be better than the likes of Justin Fields and Brady Cook from 2025.

If Mitchell can demonstrate solid ability this season, he may find himself with an upgrade at quarterback in 2027 if the Jets can finally nail a draft pick. He is a low-risk acquisition who could pan out if the Jets can ever figure out their decision-making. Still, that is a big if.

Jake Tonges - TE, San Francisco 49ers

Tonges finds himself as the 49ers' No. 1 tight end at the moment with George Kittle rehabbing from an Achilles tear. Kittle has been a stalwart for the team for years, but he is entering his age-33 season. In 2025, Tonges demonstrated that he can be a starting-caliber tight end while filling in for Kittle during his various absences.

Most notable about Tonges' 2025 season was his rapport with quarterback Brock Purdy. Tonges' five touchdown receptions were no fluke, and he was consistently targeted by Purdy in have-to-have-it scenarios throughout the 2025 season. You can't coach chemistry.

History would suggest that Kittle is due to miss at least some time in 2025. When he comes back, what type of player will he be? Achilles tears are becoming less of a nail in the career of NFL players, but they are still an issue for skill players, making consistent cutting and jumping movements.

Kittle will hold a role with the 49ers whenever he is healthy enough to play, but there does exist a world where the team begins to lean more on Tonges as Kittle returns to normal performance, and generally ages.

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