Yahoo Sports highlights top Big Ten fantasy football players for 2026
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 7:27 PM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
Yahoo Sports has released its predictions for the best fantasy football players in the Big Ten for the 2026 season. Key players include Demond Williams Jr. of the Washington Huskies at quarterback, Jordan Marshall of the Michigan Wolverines at running back, Jeremiah Smith of the Ohio State Buckeyes at wide receiver, and Jamari Johnson of the Oregon Ducks at tight end. The emergence of fantasy football in college football aligns with the conference's offensive growth since the 2024 season's expansion. With a number of high-performing athletes, the 2026 season is expected to feature exciting matchups and standout performances.
- •Yahoo Sports names top Big Ten fantasy football players for 2026.
- •Demond Williams Jr. expected to excel as a dual-threat quarterback.
- •Jordan Marshall's strong performance noted amid Michigan's ground game.
- •Jeremiah Smith recognized as a leading wide receiver prospect.
- •Jamari Johnson listed as top tight end and Mackey Award watch candidate.
- 7:27 PMYahoo Sports — Building the best Big Ten fantasy football lineup
"How good would a Big Ten-only fantasy football lineup be during the 2026 season? Let's check it out with the best of the best in the conference.
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