Justin Herbert designated as sleeper QB for 2026 fantasy drafts by ESPN panel

Justin Herbert, quarterback for the Los Angeles Chargers, has been identified as a sleeper pick for the 2026 fantasy football season by ESPN's panel of experts. He received the most mentions at the QB position, with four experts suggesting he will outperform his average draft position. Herbert is expected to benefit from the return of starting tackles Joe Alt and Rashawn Slater, along with new center Tyler Biadasz. New offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel is reportedly working on improving Herbert's footwork and release speed, possibly leading to more accurate throws. This marks a potential turning point in Herbert's performance after a season where he did not meet high expectations.

• 5:47 AMYahoo Sports — ESPN experts just put NFL fans on notice about Chargers' Justin Herbert, and they should heed their warning