Jonathon Brooks and Malik Nabers surge in early Fantasy Football rankings
CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 2:04 PM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
During the first week of NFL training camps, players Jonathon Brooks and Malik Nabers have seen significant rises in their Fantasy Football draft rankings. Brooks, running back for the Panthers, has shown strong performance in practice and is now viewed as a potential lead back alongside Chuba Hubbard. Meanwhile, receiver Nabers, coming off an ACL injury, has impressed during camp, increasing expectations for his upcoming season. These developments indicate a shift in team dynamics as players vie for prominent roles heading into the season.
- •Jonathon Brooks rises as a leading candidate for the Panthers' backfield.
- •Malik Nabers returns strong after ACL injury, impacting Giants' receiving corp.
- •Brooks could take on a feature role amidst competition with Chuba Hubbard.
- •Nabers' potential 2026 performance could mirror his rookie year success.
- 2:04 PMCBS Sports — Rankings Risers & Fallers: Fantasy Football breakout Jonathon Brooks racing up rank lists and draft boards
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