Chig Okonkwo emerges as fantasy sleeper for Commanders in 2026

Washington Commanders tight end Chig Okonkwo is recognized as a fantasy football sleeper for the upcoming season by ESPN analyst Eric Moody. Okonkwo, who signed as a free agent after struggling to find his footing with the Tennessee Titans, is positioned to take over the role previously held by Zach Ertz. With quarterback Jayden Daniels needing weapons on offense, Okonkwo's ability to secure catches and make plays after the catch will be crucial. In the absence of proven pass catchers behind Terry McLaurin, this could lead to increased targets for Okonkwo, who has shown potential with 560 receiving yards in 2025. The Commanders aim to revamp their offense with these changes and expectations are high for Okonkwo's contributions this season.

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