2026 Dynasty Rookie Rankings: The Wild Card Class That Has Scouts Guessing

Before You Trade For That Pick… Know What You’re Getting in 2026

Before trading away (or for) future draft picks, it's crucial to evaluate the potential of that rookie class.

So how does 2026 stack up?

Right now, it’s loaded with potential but lacks clear-cut studs.

The QBs are drawing the most buzz, but that matters less in 1-QB leagues.

Beyond one or two top-end RBs, this class brings more questions than recent years.

That uncertainty could make 2026 picks less valuable, especially based on our latest seven-round NFL Mock Draft
.

But things can change quickly. We’ll keep updating these 2026 dynasty rookie rankings as new names rise and fall.

For now, let’s see how this class is shaping up ...

2026 Dynasty Rookie Rankings: Top 50

1. Jeremiyah Love, RB, Notre Dame

Love checks in at 6'0, 212 pounds with a low pad level to power through inside runs and enough speed to outrun defenders in space. His vision improved over the season, and he flashed receiving ability with 28 catches in 2024. 

He scored three TDs in a game already this season and has shown up more in the receiving game. While he may lack the contact balance of Ashton Jeanty, Love has the tools to become an elite RB prospect.

2. Jordyn Tyson, WR, Arizona State

Tyson flashed his quickness as a true freshman at Colorado in 2022, but a knee injury wiped out his 2023 season. He bounced back in 2024, leading the Sun Devils with 75 catches, 1,101 yards, and 10 TDs. Tyson consistently creates separation, even against top-tier corners, and brings the speed and YAC skills that fit today’s NFL.

In 2025, he has started hot and carried the Sun Devil offense. 

Durability is the biggest concern (he’s never finished a full college season and has undergone multiple surgeries), but he is the top WR in the class

3. Denzel Boston, WR, Washington

Boston chose to stay at Washington rather than follow former HC Kalen DeBoer to Alabama -- and it paid off. He caught 63 passes for 834 yards and nine TDs in 2024. At 6'4, 209 pounds, Boston brings unmatched size in this class. He projects as an X receiver at the next level with enough speed to earn early-round consideration.

4. Makai Lemon, WR, USC

Lemon has excelled in HC Lincoln Riley's system. He shows strength despite being under 200 pounds, able to beat the press. With strong ball tracking skills and dangerous after catch ability, Lemon profiles as a strong No. 2 in the NFL.

5. Jonah Coleman, RB, Washington

Coleman averaged 6.52 yards per carry through his first four games this season with great suddenness and acceleration. He showed good hands in the receiving game and profiles as a potential three-down back in the NFL at a stout 5'9, 220 pounds. 

Coleman could be a top-50 pick.

6. Kenyon Sadiq, TE, Oregon

Sadiq got work last year despite being paired with future top-100 draft pick Terrance Ferguson. Sadiq moves effortlessly despite being 245 pounds. He can play in-line as a willing blocker or as a mismatch in the slot. Sadiq could be a top-20 draft pick.

7. Carnell Tate, WR, Ohio State

This WR class may lack top-end upside, but betting on an Ohio State receiver usually pays off. Tate has played behind stars like Emeka Egbuka and Jeremiah Smith, yet still posted 52 catches for 733 yards and four TDs last year. Now, Tate is winning with physicality and amazing body control. He has a strong chance to be a top-50 pick. 

8. Ja'Kobi Lane, WR, USC

Lane has taken a backseat to teammate Makai Lemon, but he might fit the modern NFL better. At 6'4, 200 pounds, Lane has the length to win with blazing speed and lower body movement. He gets open and can hit the homerun. 

9. Justice Haynes, RB, Michigan

Haynes transferred to Michigan from Alabama and it has been a much better fit. His size and between the tackles ability is remisicient of Quinshon Judkins last year. Though he won't offer much receiving upside, Haynes could be a lead NFL RB.

10. Jadarian Price, RB, Notre Dame

Price has been splitting with Jeremiyah Love but is actually outperforming him in yards per carry due to explosive runs. While Love has three-down ability, Price's homerun ability makes him a great complement.

The Rest of the Top 50:

11. Nicholas Singleton, RB, Penn State

12. Chris Bell, WR, Louisville

13. Dante Moore, QB, Oregon

14. Fernando Mendoze, QB, Indiana

15. LaNorris Sellers, QB, South Carolina

16. Antonio Williams, WR, Clemson

17. Kevin Concepcion, WR, Texas A&M

18. Ty Simpson, QB, Alabama

19. Eli Stowers, TE, Vanderbilt

20. Germie Bernard, WR, Alabama

21. Elijah Sarratt, WR, Indiana

22. Demond Claiborne, RB, Wake Forest

23. Garrett Nussmeier, QB, LSU

24. Eric Singleton Jr., WR, Auburn

25.Tre Wisner, RB, Texas

26. Le'Veon Moss, RB, Texas A&M

27. Chris Brazzell II, WR, Tennessee

28. Bryce Lance, WR, North Dakota State

29. Max Klare, TE, Ohio State

30. Kaytron Allen, RB, Penn State

31. John Mateer, QB, Oklahoma

32. Jamarion Miller, RB, Alabama

33. Nyck Harbor, WR, South Carolina

34. Cade Klubnik, QB, Clemson

35. Malachi Fields, WR, Notre Dame

36. Marlin Klein, TE, Michigan

37. Deion Burks, WR, Oklahoma

38. Rob Henry Jr., RB, UTSA

39. CJ Daniels, WR, Miami

40. Hollywood Smothers, RB, NC State

41. Jack Endries, TE, Texas

42. Eugene Wilson III, WR, Florida

43. Oscar Delp, TE, Georgia

44. Darius Taylor, RB, Minnesota

45. Lake McRee, TE, USC

46. Josh Cameron, WR, Baylor

47. Kaden Feagin, RB, Illinois

48. Michael Trigg, TE, Baylor

49. Brett Norfleet, TE, Missouri

50. Barika Kpeenu, RB, North Dakota State

Next, let's take a position-by-position look at the 2026 dynasty rookie rankings ...

The 2026 QB Class Is Built for Fantasy Football

The 2026 QB class shows enormous potential for both the NFL and dynasty fantasy football. QBs like LaNorris Sellers and John Mateer have rushing ability along with their throwing prowess.

Combining arm talent with rushing athleticism creates elite fantasy value at QB. Recent examples include Jayden Daniels, Lamar Jackson, Jalen Hurts, and Kyler Murray. Even tier-two young QBs like Caleb Williams, Bo Nix, and Drake Maye provide added value through their rushing ability.

While the specific top QBs drafted in 2026 remain uncertain, the odds favor significant rushing upside from this class. Get a more in-depth breakdown in our 2026 Rookie Superflex Rankings.

Is Jeremiyah Love the Next Elite Fantasy RB Prospect?

Notre Dame's Jeremiyah Love could be the next top-tier NFL RB prospect. Though he needs a strong season to reach the heights of Bijan Robinson or Ashton Jeanty, Love is in the conversation.

He has the size, power, and speed in a run-first offense to emerge as a coveted weapon. His 28 catches this past season showed developing receiving ability.

With the NFL again finding value at the RB position, Love could be next in line for teams wanting to establish a power rushing identity.

No Clear RB2 — But Plenty of Intriguing Paths to Get There

After Love, the position is wide open with no surefire top-50 pick.

Washington RB Jonah Coleman has the edge right now with a great start to the season, but Love's teammate Jadarian Price may also contend. 

Michigan's Justice Haynes may not be the best PPR back, but is an intriguing two-down runner.

A sleeper to watch is Illinois RB Kaden Feagin, who has drawn Derrick Henry comparisons at 250 pounds. He has hit 21 mph via GPS, making him a rare size-speed athlete.

Jordan Tyson, Makai Lemon, Then Disappointment

The WR class has even more questions than RB. Arizona State's Jordan Tyson leads the way, but there may not be another first round WR right now.

USC's Makai Lemon has played his way into being a first round pick, but his fit in Lincoln Riley's system may make it a tough transition to the NFL.

Washington's Denzel Boston has played well, but may lack the athleticism of a surefire first round pick. Ohio State's Carnell Tate has flashed his talent but will never be the best player on his team.

There could be others who emerge based on athleticism and production like USC's Ja'Kobi Lane and Louisville's Chris Bell.

More Freak Than Football Player… For Now

Perhaps the biggest question mark at WR is South Carolina's Nyck Harbor, who could challenge Calvin Johnson's record-setting Combine performance.

Harbor stands 6'5 and 242 pounds and competed on the Gamecocks track team until this past season. He ran a 10.1-second 100-meter and 20.2-second 200-meter, beating runners 70 pounds lighter.

However, he caught only 26 passes for 376 yards and three TDs this past season, going catchless in three games.

He will be one of the biggest size-speed freaks in the draft if he declares, but Harbor hasn't shown that athleticism translates on the field.

Athletic Upside Headlines a Wide-Open TE Group

This TE class won't match 2025's high-end talent, but there's plenty of intrigue and athleticism.

Vanderbilt's Eli Stowers leads the class with explosive releases and strong after-the-catch ability.

Oregon's Kenyon Sadiq also has the athletic upside to be a potential first round pick.

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Shane Hallam, Writer

Shane has over 20 years of experience creating content and playing every fantasy football format, including redraft, dynasty, devy, C2C, IDP, CFF, and more. He is a multi-year winner of $500 dynasty leagues on the FFPC and a King's Classic Champion. Shane utilizes deep film and scheme study to enhance his fantasy performance. He led the industry in 2024 preseason Kicker Rankings and ranked second in preseason QB Rankings. He also ranked eighth in preseason IDP rankings.