Dave Richard outlines tight end tiers for 2026 fantasy football drafts
CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 9, 2026, 8:34 PM
Last updated Jul 9, 2026
Dave Richard's analysis, published July 9, identifies the best strategies for drafting tight ends in fantasy football for 2026. He highlights a tier-based system that emphasizes the rising role of tight ends in passing offenses, with increased target shares and overall touchdowns. Richard notes notable players such as Trey McBride and Brock Bowers are critical in early rounds, given their high potential for targets and touchdowns. He also discusses the trends in tight end performance over past seasons, suggesting which players offer the best value in upcoming drafts.
- •Richard discusses tight end usage trends in fantasy football.
- •Trey McBride and Brock Bowers rank as top tight ends.
- •Players who average six targets per game are crucial.
- •Tier-based drafting strategy is recommended for tight ends.
- •Recent data shows tight ends are becoming key offensive players.
- 8:34 PMCBS Sports — Dave Richard's tight end tiers provide the blueprint for how to draft TEs in 2026 Fantasy football drafts
"A tier-based system for addressing the TE position in your Fantasy drafts
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