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Matthew Stafford highlights wait-on-QB strategy in mock draft

CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 1:55 PM

Last updated Aug 13, 2026

Matthew Stafford highlights wait-on-QB strategy in mock draft
Summary

In a recent half-PPR mock draft conducted by CBS Sports, Matthew Stafford emerged as a key player after being selected in Round 12. The draft showcased a deep quarterback pool, with top picks like Josh Allen and Lamar Jackson being taken later than usual. Jamey Eisenberg emphasized the benefit of waiting on quarterback selections to build a stronger overall roster. Despite drafting Stafford late, the team benefitted from a robust roster, including notable receivers like Ja'Marr Chase and D.J. Moore alongside running backs such as D'Andre Swift and Tony Pollard. Eisenberg plans to maintain a similar strategy in upcoming drafts.

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  • •Jamey Eisenberg advocates for waiting on QBs in drafts.
  • •Matthew Stafford drafted last among starting QBs in the mock.
  • •Top QBs like Josh Allen and Lamar Jackson fell in the draft.
  • •Eisenberg's team features strong receivers and running backs.
  • •The CBS Sports mock draft occurs on August 13, 2026.
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  • 1:55 PMCBS Sports — 2026 Fantasy football half-PPR mock draft: Matthew Stafford rewards an extreme wait-on-QB strategy
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Jamey Eisenberg explains why waiting on QB paves the way for stronger roster construction in half-PPR drafts

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