May 4, 2026

For the third time in his young career, Cincinnati Bengals running back Chase Brown has to be listed among the dynasty offseason winners after the team added no competition through either free agency or the NFL Draft. A fifth-round pick in 2023, Brown earned the Bengals' RB1 spot by the start of his second season, and after back-to-back top 12 finishes, he is once more in line to handle a bellcow role on one of the league's most potent offenses. Like many of his Bengals teammates, the third-year back struggled in the early stages of 2025, held back by shoddy quarterback play as Joe Burrow missed nine games with a Grade 3 turf toe injury, but by the end of the season, Brown was a legitimate fantasy league-winner. After failing to reach 50 rushing yards through any of his first six games, Brown paced as the RB6 over the final 12 weeks of the season, good enough for an overall RB8 finish. Yet, with the constant perceived threats to his job security, he heads into his age-26 season as RotoBaller's dynasty RB13. While the price to acquire is by no means cheap, especially with his value back on the rise following another quiet Bengals draft, Brown could be the exact piece needed to push contending managers into title contention.--Patrick McGrath
Source: RotoBaller

May 4, 2026

When Denver Broncos running back J.K. Dobbins re-signed with the team on a two-year deal in the second wave of free agency, it was viewed at worst as a small win for his dynasty value. Sharing the backfield with rookie RJ Harvey in 2025, Dobbins was the vastly more efficient back, out-gaining Harvey by 1.3 yards per carry and by almost a full yard before contact per attempt. Before a foot injury ended his season in Week 10, Dobbins was the RB16 in Half-PPR formats, and the expectation was that a similar performance could be repeatable in his second season with the team. However, with the Broncos spending fourth-round capital to select Jonah Coleman in the 2026 NFL Draft, Dobbins' upside is meaningfully affected. Coleman is a well-rounded runner who could make immediate contributions through the passing game and in short-yardage situations, and with plenty of overlapping skill sets, Denver's three backs are likely to cannibalize one another and create a frustrating situation for fantasy. While he's almost always been useful when healthy, a serious injury history and a suddenly crowded backfield mean the 27-year-old Dobbins is best kept away from at RotoBaller's dynasty RB39.--Patrick McGrath
Source: RotoBaller

May 4, 2026

Since a historical 2023 rookie season in which he passed for 4,108 yards and threw 23 touchdowns to only five interceptions, Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud has seen his production and fantasy value drop year after year. Missing three games in 2025, he barely topped 3,000 passing yards, and his season-ending Divisional Round loss to the Patriots, in which he completed 42.6% of his passes while throwing four interceptions, has left a sour taste in the mouths of dynasty managers. Once charting in as high as QB2 in consensus dynasty rankings, Stroud now ranks as RotoBaller's QB18. The Texans exercised his fifth-year option in April, giving them two more years of team control before a long-term decision on his future will need to be made. Houston has spent the past two drafts building around its young signal-caller, first with receivers Jayden Higgins and Jaylin Noel in 2025, and then with offensive linemen Keylan Rutledge and Febechi Nwaiwu in 2026. With the expected return to health of one of his favorite targets from his rookie season, Tank Dell, the pieces are falling into place for Stroud to outperform his current value and level off as a dependable QB2.--Patrick McGrath
Source: RotoBaller

May 4, 2026

Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Parker Washington was perhaps the biggest key to unlocking former first overall pick Trevor Lawrence, and yet that isn't reflected in his current dynasty value. Lawrence was the fantasy QB1 over the final ten weeks of the season, coinciding with a Washington breakout stretch that saw the third-year receiver catch four of his career-high five touchdowns while averaging 12.6 Half-PPR points per game. The Jaguars boast one of the deepest groups of pass-catchers in the league, but with two-way player Travis Hunter in a category of his own, the majority of the passing offense is expected to run through Washington, Brian Thomas Jr., and Jakobi Meyers in 2026. Despite being five years younger than Meyers and topping Thomas in nearly every statistical category in 2025, Washington ranks well below both as RotoBaller's dynasty WR47. The last time the Jaguars took the field, in a Wild Card loss to the Bills, Washington led the team with 10 targets for seven receptions, 107 yards, and a touchdown, and with that sort of week-winning upside in his back pocket, he may be one of the most undervalued assets in the game.--Patrick McGrath
Source: RotoBaller

May 4, 2026

Throughout his first two years in the league, Chicago Bears wide receiver Rome Odunze has shown moments that justify his selection as the ninth overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, but inconsistency and a loaded depth chart have hurt his placement in dynasty rankings. By the end of the 2025 season, four Bears players were reliably earning targets, but with Chicago trading away veteran DJ Moore, the 2026 passing offense is expected to be condensed through Odunze and second-year players Luther Burden III and Colston Loveland. Odunze missed five games but led all Bears pass catchers with 10.7 fantasy points per game despite seeing the most off-target throws on the team. When things are clicking between Odunze and Caleb Williams, as they were through the first four weeks of the season, the 6'3", 214-pound receiver can be a game-changer. With Williams expected to take another step forward in Ben Johnson's offense, Odunze, currently RotoBaller's dynasty WR23, could see his stock rise significantly.--Patrick McGrath
Source: RotoBaller

May 3, 2026

After his encouraging close to the 2024 season, Denver Broncos wide receiver Marvin Mims Jr. was one of the buzzier names in fantasy circles entering 2025. However, the 24-year-old remained siloed to a limited role in his team's offense, recording just 37 receptions for 322 yards and one touchdown on 51 targets across 15 games. Heading into 2026, Mims Jr. now appears to be buried on the Broncos wide receiver depth chart. Denver acquired star wideout Jaylen Waddle from the Miami Dolphins early in the offseason, adding to a deep group of wideouts that also includes Courtland Sutton, Troy Franklin, and Pat Bryant. While Mims Jr.'s spot on the Broncos roster is likely safe due to his ability to contribute as a returner and a big-play gadget piece, his path to fantasy relevance may require a change in scenery. In dynasty formats, Mims Jr.'s stock is fading entering 2026.--Will Brady
Source: RotoBaller

May 3, 2026

After opening 2025 with the Jacksonville Jaguars, running back Tank Bigsby was traded to the Philadelphia Eagles after Week 1. The 24-year-old saw limited playing time in Philadelphia while playing a backup role to star Eagles running back Saquon Barkley. Across 16 games with Philly, Bigsby recorded 58 carries for 344 yards and two touchdowns. As long as Barkley stays healthy, Bigsby's path to fantasy-relevant production is blocked. However, Barkley is entering his age-29 season and has recorded consecutive 350-plus touch campaigns, including playoff action. Bigsby has been a highly efficient rusher when given the opportunity to this point in his NFL career, averaging 4.9 yards per carry over the past two seasons. Should Barkley go down at any point in 2026, Bigsby could immediately vault into the top-24 conversation at the running back position. In dynasty formats, Bigsby remains a high-end handcuff option heading into 2026.--Will Brady
Source: RotoBaller

May 3, 2026

New England Patriots tight end Hunter Henry was a steady contributor in 2025, hauling in 60 receptions for 768 yards and seven touchdowns on 87 targets across 17 games. The veteran established excellent red zone chemistry with Patriots quarterback Drake Maye and led New England in touchdown catches. However, Henry's long-term future with the Patriots may be in question after New England used a third-round pick on Notre Dame tight end Eli Raridon in the 2026 NFL Draft. While Henry still projects to open the upcoming year atop the Patriots' tight end depth chart, 2026 will be his age-32 season and is also the final season on his current contract. In dynasty formats, Henry's value is in question following the NFL Draft.--Will Brady
Source: RotoBaller

May 3, 2026

A first-round pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, Green Bay Packers wide receiver Matthew Golden failed to establish a consistent role in his team's offense as a rookie. Across 14 games, the 22-year-old recorded 29 receptions for 361 yards and zero touchdowns on 44 targets. Despite the underwhelming production, there's reason for dynasty managers to be optimistic about Golden heading into 2026. The Packers let wide receiver Romeo Doubs walk in free agency and traded away wide receiver Dontayvion Wicks to the Philadelphia Eagles. Green Bay still has a pair of talented wideouts ahead of Golden on the depth chart in Christian Watson and Jayden Reed. Still, Golden should have an opportunity to step into a far more prominent role in the Packers' passing game. In dynasty formats, managers may want to seek out buy-low opportunities on Golden ahead of 2026.--Will Brady
Source: RotoBaller

May 3, 2026

Carolina Panthers wide receiver Jalen Coker had the start of his 2025 season delayed by a quad injury, which caused him to miss the first six games of the year. Upon his return, the 24-year-old hauled in 33 receptions for 394 yards and three touchdowns on 43 targets across 11 games. The Panthers added some talent to their wide receiver room this offseason, drafting University of Tennessee wide receiver Chris Brazzell II in the third round of the 2026 Draft and signing former New York Jets wideout John Metchie III in free agency. Still, Coker appears set to open 2026 as the number two pass-catcher in Carolina alongside Panthers wide receiver Tetairoa McMillan. If Coker can put together a fully healthy season, he could be in line for a breakout in his third NFL campaign. Coker's dynasty stock is rising entering 2026.--Will Brady
Source: RotoBaller

May 3, 2026

After a hamstring injury limited him to just eight games in 2024, Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott bounced back in a big way in 2025. Across 17 games, Prescott completed 67.3% of his pass attempts for 4,552 yards, 30 touchdowns, and 10 interceptions. The veteran signal-caller led the NFL in completions (404) and finished as the overall fantasy QB6. Heading into 2026, Dallas maintains one of the best wide receiver duos in the NFL in CeeDee Lamb and George Pickens, with tight end Jake Ferguson and wideout Ryan Flournoy rounding out a deep group of pass-catchers. The Cowboys also have continuity along an offensive line that showed major improvement from 2024 to 2025. With plenty of question marks on the defensive side of the ball, Dallas will likely need Prescott and the offense to keep the pedal to the metal once again in 2026. In dynasty formats, Prescott remains a viable fantasy QB1 as he enters his age-33 season.--Will Brady
Source: RotoBaller

May 3, 2026

Dallas Cowboys wide receiver CeeDee Lamb finished 2023 with one of the highest-scoring fantasy seasons of all time, rightfully peaking as the WR1 in consensus dynasty rankings. Since then, injuries to both himself and his quarterback have seen him fall to RotoBaller's WR7. After Dak Prescott missed nine games in 2024 with a serious hamstring injury, Lamb missed three starts of his own in 2025 while dealing with a high ankle sprain, but the biggest factor in Lamb's declining value is undoubtedly the breakout of George Pickens, who promptly finished as the WR5 on the strength of 1,429 receiving yards and nine touchdowns after Dallas sent third and fifth-round picks to acquire him from the Steelers. The recent pageantry around Pickens' signing of his franchise tag suggests there may be some uncertainty about his future with the Cowboys, but even if the sides can eventually work out a long-term deal, Lamb will continue to be the first option in Dallas. In games where both players took at least 50 offensive snaps in 2025, Lamb out-earned Pickens by 2.6 targets per contest. At 27 years old, and having topped 1,000 yards from scrimmage in each of his first six seasons, Lamb is still one of the most reliable players in the game, and when things go right, as they did in 2023, he's capable of winning leagues.--Patrick McGrath
Source: RotoBaller

May 3, 2026

Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson has posted fantasy finishes of RB9, RB4, and RB3 through his first three seasons, and it's possible he's yet to reach his true ceiling. As a rookie under head coach Arthur Smith, Robinson ceded meaningful touches to a capable backup in Tyler Allgeier. In years two and three, under the defensive-minded Raheem Morris, Robinson's usage spiked, particularly in the passing game, but Allgeier still averaged 153.5 touches. With Allgeier out the door in free agency, he's been replaced by Brian Robinson Jr., who handled only 92 carries in 2025 as the primary backup to Christian McCaffrey. And with new head coach Kevin Stefanski coming from Cleveland, where Nick Chubb would routinely see 25 opportunities per game in his prime, things could be shaping up for the incumbent Robinson to take yet another leap on his superstar trajectory. At RotoBaller's dynasty RB1, he's nearly impossible to acquire via trade, but managers lucky enough to roster the 24-year-old Robinson should still enjoy several more seasons of league-winning production.--Patrick McGrath
Source: RotoBaller

May 3, 2026

Miami Dolphins wide receiver Malik Washington is one of only three wideouts still on the roster who caught a pass for the team in 2025. After a busy offseason of cuts, trades, and draft selections, the Dolphins' receiver room has undergone a massive overhaul, and Washington's place within it is very much up in the air. Washington's 46 receptions in 2025 amount to the second highest single season total among all current Dolphins pass catchers other than De'Von Achane, but Miami invested heavily to add new target competition, spending two thirds and a fifth-round pick on Caleb Douglas, Chris Bell, and Kevin Coleman Jr. Bell is still recovering from an ACL tear sustained in late November, and Douglas is widely considered to be one of the largest reaches of the draft, so ultimately, it could be the fifth-rounder Coleman who poses the most immediate threat to Washington's workload. After taking more than 90% of his collegiate snaps on the inside, Coleman projects as a slot-only player in the NFL, a role Washington has handled on nearly 50% of his professional snaps. Anytime ambiguity enters a position room, dynasty values tend to crater, and bargains can be found for managers willing to lean into the uncertainty. At RotoBaller's WR131, Washington could be an offseason steal if he's ultimately able to carve out a meaningful role in his third season with Miami.--Patrick McGrath
Source: RotoBaller

May 3, 2026

Former Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia recently signed a three-year deal with the Baltimore Ravens after going undrafted in the 2026 NFL Draft, and with the team wrapping up rookie minicamp, new head coach Jesse Minter offered very little on the Heisman Trophy runner-up. Minter told reporters on Saturday, "He's in the door and it's like, 'Show us what you can do,'" adding, "And just like all the undrafted rookies, that's what I would say." With Lamar Jackson and Tyler Huntley firmly entrenched atop the depth chart. Pavia is competing with fellow undrafted free agent Joe Fagnano out of Connecticut for a third quarterback spot. At RotoBaller's dynasty QB51, Pavia is unlikely to ever become a meaningful fantasy contributor, but in such a shallow draft class, his playmaking upside makes him at least worth a dart throw in the final round of dynasty rookie drafts.--Patrick McGrath
Source: Adam Schefter