2026 NFL fantasy mock draft starts with Jahmyr Gibbs first overall
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 2:01 PM
Last updated Jun 1, 2026
A mock draft for the 2026 NFL fantasy football season begins with Jahmyr Gibbs as the first pick. Gibbs, now the featured running back for the Detroit Lions following David Montgomery's trade, is expected to have a significant role. Other notable selections include Nico Collins, Kenneth Walker III, and Luther Burden III. The mock draft aims to provide strategies for players in a 12-team PPR format. The order of picks and team composition reflect potential value and targets for the upcoming season, highlighting key players across different positions.
- •Mock draft features 12-team PPR format.
- •Jahmyr Gibbs is the first pick, joined by Isiah Pacheco.
- •Nico Collins has three consecutive 1,000-yard seasons.
- •Kenneth Walker III to play a key role for Kansas City Chiefs.
- •Luther Burden III could benefit from DJ Moore's departure.
- 2:01 PMYahoo Sports — 2026 NFL Fantasy Football mock draft: 12-team PPR from the first pick
"In a new series, we go through some fantasy football mock drafts starting with the top pick and working our way through the various spots.
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