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Analysts share bold fantasy football projections for the 2026 season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 8, 2026, 4:00 AM

Last updated Sep 8, 2026

Analysts share bold fantasy football projections for the 2026 season

Summary

Matt Harmon, Justin Boone, and Josh Norris released their 2026 fantasy football predictions ahead of the upcoming season. The projections cover a range of performance expectations for players including Kenneth Walker III, Jahmyr Gibbs, and Jordan Love. The analysts outlined expectations for rookie impacts and position-specific trends, such as receiving targets for tight ends. The team also provided insight into potential league MVP candidates for the new season. These forecasts were presented as a preview for fantasy participants before the start of the schedule. The full analysis is available via the Yahoo Fantasy Forecast podcast ahead of the season kickoff.

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By the Numbers

•Matt Harmon predicts Jordan Love wins the NFL MVP award.
•Justin Boone projects Jahmyr Gibbs breaks the single-season scrimmage yards record.
•Josh Norris expects a fourth-round wide receiver to finish as a top-seven fantasy player.
•Terrance Ferguson is projected to finish with more receiving yards than Davante Adams.
•The analysis identifies early fantasy trends for rookies Emeka Egbuka, KC Concepcion, and Luther Burden III.

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What they're saying

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The season is just a few days away and we are ready to share our hottest takes yet. Matt Harmon, Justin Boone and Josh Norris provide their boldest fantasy takes for the 2026 season. Strap in folks, there’s some takes that will leave you jaw dropping. Lastly, the guys deliver the case for the guys they believe will win fantasy MVP.
— Yahoo Sportsby Matt Harmon,Justin Boone,Josh Norris

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