Fantasy analysts identify 12 sleepers ahead of 2026 NFL season kickoff
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 8, 2026, 4:47 PM
Last updated Sep 8, 2026
With the 2026 NFL season set to begin this week, fantasy football managers are preparing for final draft rounds. Analysts have identified 12 players across various positions who could see expanded roles compared to their current average draft positions. Quarterbacks Malik Willis of the Miami Dolphins and Jordan Love of the Green Bay Packers appear on the list, alongside running backs Blake Corum, Kenny Gainwell, Jordan Mason, and Keaton Mitchell. Wide receivers Wan'Dale Robinson, Quentin Johnston, and KC Concepcion are also highlighted as potential targets. Tight ends Juwan Johnson, Isaiah Likely, and Brenton Strange round out the recommendations. Managers are advised to evaluate these players as potential late-round acquisitions to fill out rosters before the first games commence.
- •Malik Willis is expected to see significant rushing and passing volume in Miami
- •Kenny Gainwell and Jordan Mason are targeted for potentially larger workloads in their respective backfields
- •Juwan Johnson may earn more targets with rookie receiver Jordyn Tyson sidelined
- •Wan'Dale Robinson carries momentum from consecutive 90-plus catch seasons into Tennessee
- •Isaiah Likely offers a new receiving option for the New York Giants
- 4:47 PMFantasyPros — 12 Fantasy Football Sleepers Experts Target (2026) - fantasypros.com
- 12:42 PMYahoo Sports — 12 fantasy football sleepers for your draft: The final 2026 list
"Several of our experts gave us their favorite fantasy football sleepers for 2026. For those with drafts yet to come, here are some players to target, particularly for those who target the tight end position with late picks. Pat Fitzmaurice’s … read mor…
"With one final round of fantasy football drafts before the 2026 NFL season begins, here are some sleepers to target late in your drafts.
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External links- FantasyProsSep 8, 2026, 4:47 PM12 Fantasy Football Sleepers Experts Target (2026) - fantasypros.com
Several of our experts gave us their favorite fantasy football sleepers for 2026. For those with drafts yet to come, here are some players to target, particularly for those who target the tight end position with late picks. Pat Fitzmaurice’s … read mor…
- Yahoo SportsSep 7, 2026, 12:42 PM12 fantasy football sleepers for your draft: The final 2026 list
With one final round of fantasy football drafts before the 2026 NFL season begins, here are some sleepers to target late in your drafts.
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