Yahoo Fantasy introduces Tight End Premium scoring format for 2026
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 12:56 PM
Last updated Aug 11, 2026
Yahoo Fantasy has launched a Tight End Premium scoring format for the 2026 NFL season. This format increases scoring for tight ends to 1.0 point per reception, enhancing their value in fantasy football. It allows league commissioners to adjust the scoring further through a Custom Recipe in the settings. The scoring boost aims to make tight ends more strategic picks in drafts, impacting league dynamics significantly. Continuous updates are expected as Yahoo emphasizes user requests during its 29 Days of Fantasy promotion.
- •Tight End Premium increases scoring to 1.0 point per reception.
- •Commissioners can customize scoring settings for their leagues.
- •Top tight ends scored significantly more under the new format.
- •The initiative is part of Yahoo's 29 Days of Fantasy campaign.
- 12:56 PMYahoo Sports — Tight End Premium is here! One of your most requested formats, now on Yahoo Fantasy
"Tight End Premium marks Day 2 of the 29 days of fantasy.
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