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Fantasy football rankings highlight sleepers, breakouts, and busts for 2026

CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 2:54 PM

Last updated Jun 21, 2026

Fantasy football rankings highlight sleepers, breakouts, and busts for 2026

Summary

SportsLine has simulated the upcoming NFL season 10,000 times to produce its 2026 Fantasy football rankings. Key changes in player teams, such as A.J. Brown joining the Patriots and Myles Garrett moving to the Rams, are expected to influence player performances. Among the sleepers, Kenneth Gainwell of the Buccaneers is positioned for a significant role. Breakout candidate Bhayshul Tuten of the Jaguars is anticipated to rise after becoming the lead back, following Travis Etienne's departure. The model also cautions against drafting Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold.

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Key Details

•SportsLine simulated the 2026 NFL season 10,000 times.
•A.J. Brown is now with the Patriots; Myles Garrett joins the Rams.
•Kenneth Gainwell is a sleeper candidate for Tampa Bay.
•Bhayshul Tuten expected to lead Jacksonville’s backfield.
•Sam Darnold identified as a quarterback to avoid.

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