Fantasy market overvalues Ladd McConkey heading into 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 1:02 PM
Last updated Aug 9, 2026
As of August 9, 2026, Ladd McConkey's average draft position in fantasy football is overall-46 and WR20, despite previous warnings of overvaluation. The 2025 season saw competition for targets increase with Keenan Allen returning and rookie Tre' Harris joining the Chargers. Analysts suggest that McConkey's solid performance may not warrant his current draft positioning, as other receivers like Quentin Johnston are being overlooked. The fantasy market has not adjusted adequately in the lead-up to the season, prompting further discussion about McConkey's real value compared to his peers.
- •McConkey's average draft position is WR20 as of now.
- •Keenan Allen and Tre' Harris bolster Chargers' receiving corps.
- •Analysts believe McConkey's overvaluation persists from last year.
- •Quentin Johnston's and Tre' Harris' potential remains undervalued.
- 1:02 PMYahoo Sports — Why the fantasy market is once again overvaluing Ladd McConkey
"Last summer, I did three fantasy podcast episodes explaining why Ladd McConkey was overvalued. This summer, the warnings need to continue.
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