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Wide receiver rankings and strategies for 2026 fantasy football drafted

CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 17, 2026, 8:50 PM

Last updated Jul 17, 2026

Wide receiver rankings and strategies for 2026 fantasy football drafted
Summary

Jamey Eisenberg outlines his fantasy football tier-based rankings for wide receivers in 2026. Top options in early rounds include Ja'Marr Chase, Puka Nacua, Jaxon Smith-Njigba, and Amon-Ra St. Brown. The rankings highlight both established stars and emerging talents from the rookie class. Strategic drafting plans will be crucial as teams look to address position depth and capitalize on player movement affecting potential target shares.

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  • •Chase, Nacua, Smith-Njigba, and St. Brown are top early-round targets.
  • •New team situations for A.J. Brown and D.J. Moore may enhance their roles.
  • •Rookie wide receivers like Carnell Tate and Makai Lemon show upside.
  • •DeVonta Smith could benefit significantly from Brown's departure.
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  • 8:50 PMCBS Sports — Jamey Eisenberg's Fantasy Football Wide Receiver Tiers: A round-by-round plan for how to draft WR in 2026
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Tier-based rankings allow you to avoid missing out on position runs in your drafts

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