Owners target key players in Best Ball fantasy football drafts

ESPN • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 1:00 PM

Last updated Aug 27, 2026

Owners target key players in Best Ball fantasy football drafts

Summary

As the fantasy football season approaches, ESPN identifies 15 players that are consistently being drafted in Best Ball contests. This style requires players to build a roster that stays locked throughout the season, relying on weekly performance without additional moves. Analysts Seth Walder, Ben Solak, and Mackenzie Kraemer provide insights on these top targets that could influence drafting strategies for upcoming contests.

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Key Details

•Best Ball drafts lock in rosters for the entire season.
•Selection emphasizes players with high scoring potential.
•ESPN analysts highlight 15 frequently drafted players.
•Strategies may change as the season approaches.

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What they're saying

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Seth Walder, Ben Solak and Mackenzie Kraemer reveal the players they're drafting over and over in Best Ball.
— ESPNby Mackenzie Kraemer Ben Solak and Seth Walder

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