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Chiefs Bolster Backfield With Emmett Johnson in the Fifth Round
The Kansas City Chiefs have selected Nebraska running back prospect Emmett Johnson with the 161st overall pick in the fifth round of the 2026 NFL Draft. Johnson was widely regarded as one of the top running backs available on Day 3, mostly because of his ability to join any system and take on an immediate role in the passing game. He had 46 catches, 370 receiving yards, and three receiving touchdowns at school last year, so we wouldn't be surprised if he consistently gets onto the field on third down. There's significant receiving upside here, but Johnson is a proven ball-carrier, too. He led the Big 10 in carries (251) and rushing yards (1,451) last year. With that said, the Chiefs signed Kenneth Walker III to a large contract this offseason, so Johnson's short-term ceiling on early downs is likely a change-of-pace back. Most of his short-term value will come in PPR leagues, as he might be able to carve out a steady receiving role on third downs.
Source: Jordan Schultz
Source: Jordan Schultz
Vikings Draft Michigan Fullback Max Bredeson 159th Overall
The Minnesota Vikings have selected Michigan fullback/tight end prospect Max Bredeson with the 159th overall pick in the fifth round of the 2026 NFL Draft. Bredeson will mostly operate as a blocker and special teams contributor for the Vikings. He had zero carries and 12 receptions across five seasons at school, but PFF gave him an 85.2 grade in run blocking and a 78.1 grade in pass blocking last year. He'll be tasked with creating opportunities for players like Kyler Murray, Aaron Jones, and Jordan Mason, but he won't accrue much fantasy value himself. Bredeson can be avoided in all fantasy drafts.
Source: Aaron Wilson
Source: Aaron Wilson
Broncos Bolster Tight End Room With Justin Joly
The Denver Broncos have selected North Carolina State tight end prospect Justin Joly with the 152nd overall pick in the fifth round of the 2026 NFL Draft. Joly was a four-year contributor in college, splitting his NCAA career at UConn and NC State. Over his last two seasons, he caught 92 passes for 1,150 yards and 11 touchdowns, mostly against ACC competition. Tight end Evan Engram had an underwhelming 2025 season from a fantasy football perspective, and now that he's headed into a contract year, it's time for the Broncos to begin looking for his replacement. Despite being a Day 3 pick, Joly could be the Broncos' eventual successor to Engram. He'll use 2026 as a developmental campaign before perhaps ascending into a larger role in 2027. He's not on the redraft radar at the moment, but there could be some dynasty appeal in deeper leagues.
Source: Aaron Wilson
Source: Aaron Wilson
Saints Acquire Tyree Wilson in Trade With Raiders
The New Orleans Saints have acquired edge rusher Tyree Wilson from the Las Vegas Raiders, according to announcements from both organizations. The full trade sends Wilson and pick No. 219 to the Saints, while the Raiders receive the 150th overall selection. The Saints have been active in trade talks for a defensive end in recent days, as previous reports linked them to the Giants' Kayvon Thibodeaux. Instead of Thibodeaux, the Saints end up with a different former first-round pick. The No. 7 selection in 2023, Wilson has missed just one game through three NFL seasons. He has a modest seven starts to his name, racking up three forced fumbles and 8.5 sacks over the last two seasons. The Saints used the bulk of their draft picks in Rounds 1 through 4 on major offensive weapons, and now, they're bolstering their defense by adding a more experienced rusher. He should slot into an immediate starting role on a Saints defensive line that features fellow 2023 first-rounder Bryan Bresee.
Source: Las Vegas Raiders
Source: Las Vegas Raiders
Cardinals Select Texas Tech Receiver Reggie Virgil in the Fifth Round
The Arizona Cardinals have selected Texas Tech wide receiver Reggie Virgil with the 143rd overall pick in the fifth round of the 2026 NFL Draft. A transfer from Miami-Ohio, Virgil excelled during his first and only season at Texas Tech, catching 57 passes for 705 yards and six touchdowns. He also coverted his two rushing attempts into two rushing touchdowns. With good hands and route-running skills, Virgil has a chance to produce in a depth role as early as his rookie season. He'll presumably spend this summer competing for the No. 4 receiver role behind Michael Wilson, Marvin Harrison Jr., and Kendrick Bourne.
Source: Aaron Wilson
Source: Aaron Wilson
Colbie Young to the Bengals in the Fourth Round
The Cincinnati Bengals have selected Georgia wide receiver Colbie Young with the 140th overall pick in the fourth round of the 2026 NFL Draft. Young is the second Georgia wide receiver off the board in the draft, following Zachariah Branch, who went 79th overall to the Falcons. Young spent two seasons each with Miami and Georgia. He broke his leg midseason in 2025 and still managed to return for the College Football Playoff. He's a big-bodied receiver who uses his size to his advantage in matchups with opposing defenders. He never had more than 563 yards or five touchdowns in a single collegiate campaign, but he was productive in each of his four NCAA seasons and offers value as a depth pass catcher in Cincinnati. He could compete for the No. 4 receiver role behind Ja'Marr Chase, Tee Higgins, and Andrei Iosivas.
Source: Jordan Schultz
Source: Jordan Schultz
Saints Select Bryce Lance in the Fourth Round
The New Orleans Saints have selected North Dakota State wide receiver prospect Bryce Lance with the 136th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. He's the younger brother of former NDSU quarterback Trey Lance, and he had a terrific performance at the Scouting Combine earlier this offseason. Lance has the speed necessary to excel downfield, using his legs to gain separation from defenders. He draws some comparisons to Marquez Valdes-Scantling or Rashid Shaheed, two former Saints who have demonstrated a tendency to break off explosive plays. Over his final two collegiate seasons, Lance had 126 catches, 2,150 yards, and 25 touchdowns. He could immediately slot in as the Saints' No. 3 receiver behind Chris Olave and first-rounder Jordyn Tyson. Lance has impressive dynasty upside, and there's the potential for him to deliver some breakout fantasy performances as early as his rookie season. Because of his big-play upside, the biggest concern with Lance from a fantasy perspective is that he could end up being a weekly boom-or-bust, making it tough for managers to decide when to start him.
Source: Jordan Schultz
Source: Jordan Schultz
Ravens Trade Up for Tight End Matthew Hibner
The Baltimore Ravens have selected SMU tight end prospect Matthew Hibner with the 133rd overall pick in the fourth round of the 2026 NFL Draft. The Ravens traded up to acquire this selection from the 49ers in exchange for the 154th overall pick and a 2027 sixth-rounder. Hibner was a late bloomer in college football. After catching just two passes across three seasons with Michigan, he transferred to SMU, where he totaled 55 catches, 804 yards, and eight touchdowns over two years (27 games). Hibner offers the Ravens positional versatility, as the team can move him all around the formation. He should pair nicely with Mark Andrews after Baltimore watched Isaiah Likely and Charlie Kolar depart in free agency. The Ravens have made a concerted effort to supply Lamar Jackson with big-bodied targets in the draft this year. He might not have fantasy relevance right away, but there's some dynasty appeal here, especially since Hibner has a chance to be the eventual successor to Andrews.
Source: Baltimore Ravens
Source: Baltimore Ravens
Bills Draft Receiver Skyler Bell in the Fourth Round
The Buffalo Bills have selected University of Connecticut wide receiver prospect Skyler Bell with the 125th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. He'll provide another weapon for quarterback Josh Allen in a revamped Bills offense led by coordinator-turned-head coach Joe Brady. Bell has extensive experience contributing at the collegiate level, including three years with Wisconsin and two with UConn. During his final NCAA season in 2025, he caught 101 passes for 1,278 yards and 13 touchdowns. He was the only player in the country to rank among the top five in all three categories: catches, receiving yards, and receiving touchdowns. He has impressive speed and a good vertical, allowing him to play in the slot or outside. He'll presumably have a chance to compete for the No. 3 receiver role behind DJ Moore and Khalil Shakir.
Source: Jordan Schultz
Source: Jordan Schultz
Raiders Add Mike Washington Jr. to Their Backfield in the Draft
The Las Vegas Raiders have selected Arkansas running back prospect Mike Washington Jr. with the 122nd overall pick in the fourth round of the 2026 NFL Draft. Washington joins a backfield that lacks much depth behind former first-rounder Ashton Jeanty. Washington will presumably compete for the backup role with Dylan Laube, the New Hampshire product who has just 27 scrimmage yards through two seasons. Washington has experience as a productive ball-carrier at a Power 4 program, amassing 1,070 rushing yards, 226 receiving yards, and nine touchdowns with the Razorbacks in 2025. Depending on whether the Raiders make any other backfield additions this offseason, Washington could have immediate dynasty appeal as the handcuff behind Jeanty, especially in an upward-trending Raiders offense led by No. 1 pick Fernando Mendoza.
Source: Jordan Schultz
Source: Jordan Schultz
Steelers Select Receiver/Returner Kaden Wetjen 121st Overall
The Pittsburgh Steelers have selected Iowa return specialist/wide receiver Kaden Wetjen with the 121st overall pick in the fourth round of the 2026 NFL Draft. He's technically listed as a wide receiver, but we expect to see Wetjen operate solely on special teams. While he had just 23 catches and 197 yards across three seasons at school, he exploded for 1,538 kick return yards, 954 punt return yards, and six return touchdowns. He led the Big 10 in yards per kick return each of the last two seasons, as well as punt return yards in 2025. Meanwhile, he led the entire FBS in kick return yards in 2024 and punt return yards, yards per punt return, and punt return touchdowns in 2025. The Steelers love Iowa prospects and consistently pursue talented returners in the draft or free agency, so this is a perfect fit. He should be their primary returner in Week 1.
Source: Jordan Schultz
Source: Jordan Schultz
Ravens Draft Elijah Sarratt in the Fourth Round
The Baltimore Ravens have selected Indiana wide receiver Elijah Sarratt with the 115th overall pick in the fourth round of the 2026 NFL Draft. Sarratt was a key contributor within Indiana's national championship-winning offense, ultimately leading the FBS with 15 touchdowns. He added 65 catches for 830 yards along the way. The 22-year-old was productive each of the last three years, including one with James Madison and two with Indiana. He's not a speed threat downfield, but he's a physical, big-bodied pass catcher who should use his physicality to win 1-on-1 matchups. He's capable of navigating to catch imperfect targets, providing additional support to his new quarterback, Lamar Jackson. Sarratt and fellow rookie Ja'Kobi Lane will add depth alongside Rashod Bateman and Devontez Walker in a receiver room led by Zay Flowers.
Source: Adam Schefter
Source: Adam Schefter
Jets Trade Up to Select Quarterback Cade Klubnik
The New York Jets have selected Clemson quarterback prospect Cade Klubnik with the 110th overall pick in the fourth round of the 2026 NFL Draft. The Jets moved up to this slot via trade with the Cincinnati Bengals. In full, the Jets acquired the 110th and 199th picks from the Bengals in exchange for the 128th and 140th picks. Selecting Klubnik is a relatively low-risk move with upside for the Jets, whose current quarterback is Geno Smith. We don't see any path to Klubnik starting over Smith by Week 1, but the rookie could start generating some buzz if Smith struggles down the stretch this season. A three-year starter at Clemson, Klubnik finished the 2025 campaign with a 65.6% completion rate, 2,943 passing yards, 16 passing touchdowns, and six interceptions across 12 games. His stats took a major step back from 2024, when he had 36 passing touchdowns. The Jets are hoping he can return to that form, especially if he opens his career as a developmental backup.
Source: Adam Schefter
Source: Adam Schefter
Broncos Draft Jonah Coleman at No. 108 Overall
The Denver Broncos have selected Washington running back Jonah Coleman with the 108th overall pick in the fourth round of the 2026 NFL Draft. Coleman was a consistent contributor across his four years of college, including two with Arizona and two with Washington. Over the last three seasons, he amassed 3,496 yards and 33 touchdowns. He made 17 trips to the end zone in 2025 alone. Coleman will slot into the third spot on this specific Broncos depth chart, but he has an every-down skill set. He's a capable rusher and productive receiver who has demonstrated a clear ability to score touchdowns. The newest Broncos running back is an intriguing dynasty target, especially if J.K. Dobbins deals with more injury issues and Coleman jumps into the backup role behind RJ Harvey.
Source: Mike Klis
Source: Mike Klis
Chargers Select Brenen Thompson in the Fourth Round
The Los Angeles Chargers have selected Mississippi State wide receiver Brenen Thompson with the 105th overall pick in the fourth round of the 2026 NFL Draft. Thompson had an explosive 2025 season with the Bulldogs, catching 57 passes for an SEC-leading 1,054 receiving yards. He also had six receiving touchdowns and one rushing touchdown. He'll presumably slot into the No. 4 receiver spot on the depth chart behind Ladd McConkey, Quentin Johnston, and Tre' Harris. While he's buried in the pecking order for now, he certainly has long-term dynasty appeal, especially in an offense quarterbacked by Justin Herbert. Thompson entered this year's draft as the overall WR146 in RotoBaller's latest dynasty fantasy football rankings.
Source: Aaron Wilson
Source: Aaron Wilson
