Early fantasy football sleepers to consider for 2026 draft prep
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 4:20 PM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026
With August approaching, fantasy football draft preparations are underway for the 2026 season. Early analysis identifies several potential sleepers, including RB Kenneth Gainwell of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, who finished as a top-25 fantasy running back last season. Other intriguing names include RB Isiah Pacheco of the Detroit Lions, WR Jalen Coker of the Carolina Panthers, and TE Chig Okonkwo, currently with the Washington Commanders. This lineup signals opportunities for these players to outperform their average draft positions as training camps progress.
- •Fantasy football drafts are approaching as August begins.
- •Kenneth Gainwell and Isiah Pacheco are highlighted as potential value picks.
- •Jalen Coker and Chig Okonkwo could play larger roles due to team dynamics.
- •Injuries and training camp performances will influence these assessments.
- 4:20 PMYahoo Sports — Early fantasy football sleepers: 9 to consider in your 2026 draft prep
"Some 2026 fantasy football sleepers to start considering as draft prep gets underway.
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