Superflex Rookie Mock Draft: Love or Mendoza Up Top?

QB Scarcity Shapes the Board

Need a QB? You might be in trouble.

Indiana’s Fernando Mendoza looks like the early favorite to go 1.01 in the NFL draft, but limited rushing upside clouds his path to strong fantasy production. And after him, the Round 1 QB pool may stop with Alabama’s Ty Simpson. His resume includes just one starting season.

With so few QB options, the early rounds hinge on how managers weigh alternatives. (Warning: The rest of the class doesn’t look awesome either.)

Let's get to all 60 picks (and commentary) from the Draft Sharks staff ...

Dynasty Superflex Rookie Mock Draft – Round 1

1.01 – Jeremiyah Love, RB, Notre Dame

Matt Schauf: Love appears on track for first-round draft status with a combo of speed, drive, and displayed receiving ability.

I might favor a QB over him as we get closer to draft time, especially depending on my team's makeup. But Love's my early leader.

1.02 – Fernando Mendoza, QB, Indiana

Kevin English: Mendoza offers a strong experience base, logging 35 career starts. He peaked this past year, earning the Heisman Trophy and leading a national championship offense. Mendoza simply shredded defenses with a 73% completion rate and 9.5 yards per attempt while throwing to a pair of potential Day 2 WRs (Elijah Sarratt and Omar Cooper Jr.).

He won’t win with his legs, but Mendoza has enough mobility to contribute some rushing at the pro level.

1.03 – Jordyn Tyson, WR, Arizona State

Jared Smola: Tyson vs. Makai Lemon will be a fun debate in dynasty circles this offseason.

Lemon has a much cleaner injury history and is an early declare. But Tyson wins in breakout age and career dominator rating. He also seems like the favorite to be the first WR off the board in the NFL Draft. The 6'1, 200-pounder averaged 14.4 yards per catch with a 13.9% TD rate for his college career.

1.04 – Makai Lemon, WR, USC

Shane Hallam: Lemon is my WR1 in the class.

An excellent route runner and contested catcher despite his size, he should be a volume-hog slot WR who can succeed in a flanker position as well. He's the best hands catcher of the class and was stellar against Cover-2 and Cover-3 defenses. Lemon's just as dangerous after the catch as Jordyn Tyson.

1.05 – Kenyon Sadiq, TE, Oregon

Jody Smith: Sadiq has the size (6-3, 245) and speed to be a problematic matchup out of the slot for smaller DBs. He ran over 58% of his routes from the slot at Oregon in 2025 and ranked top-10 among TEs in targets (67), catches (51), and receiving yards (560), while leading in TD grabs (8).

I think he's going to test very well at the Combine and could play his way into the top half of Round 1.

1.06 – Carnell Tate, WR, Ohio State

Matt: Tate's numbers suffered a bit for sharing the field with Marvin Harrison Jr., Emeka Egbuka, and Jeremiah Smith. But don't feel too bad for the guy.

Tate increased his receptions and yards per game each year and averaged 15.5 yards per catch over his three years at Ohio State. The early entrant stands 6'3, 195 pounds with terrific hands and displays downfield ability.

1.07 – KC Concepcion, WR, Texas A&M

Kevin: Concepcion broke out as a true freshman at N.C. State, snagging 71 passes for 839 yards and 10 TDs. He handled a strong 29% target share.

Concepcion rebounded from a down 2024 this past season after transferring to Texas A&M. He led the Aggies in catches (61), yards (919), and TDs (9), earning an All-America nod. At 5’11, 190 pounds, he’s a smooth mover with the ability to rack up yards after catch. There’s a real chance he sneaks into Round 1 of the NFL draft.

1.08 – Denzel Boston, WR, Washington

Jared: Boston sat behind Rome Odunze, Jalen McMillan, and Ja'Lynn Polk for his first two years at Washington. But he racked up 1,715 yards and 20 TDs over the last two seasons. That included big market shares this past year: 27.7% of the team's receiving yards and 42.3% of the TDs.

At 6'4, 210 pounds with plus athleticism, Boston has a chance to develop into a big-play WR with plus TD upside as a pro.

1.09 – Jadarian Price, RB, Notre Dame

Shane: This was really a choice between the RB2 or Ty Simpson.

With Simpson's draft stock still pretty wide open (could be top 5 or fall out of the first round), I'll play it safe. Price had a phenomenal year and even played better than Love in some games. He has good size, dynamic high-end speed, and is a great special teams player to boot.

At 210 pounds, Price could find himself as a top-50 pick and NFL starter.

1.10 – Jonah Coleman, RB, Washington

Jody: Coleman stands out as a downhill runner with good vision, tackle-breaking ability, and an excellent pass catcher. He has topped 20 receptions his last three seasons, including 31 for 354 yards (11.4 YPC) and 2 TDs for Washington in 2025.

Coleman's ball security and red-zone prowess (37 TDs in four seasons) also stand out. He should be a top-50 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. 

1.11 – Ty Simpson, QB, Alabama

Matt: Simpson's not exciting as a fantasy QB, especially with the lack of rushing upside. But he benefits from entering the NFL amid a weak QB class and surrounded here by WR and RB prospects that look difficult to differentiate, especially at the start of draft season.

I might favor a different pick at this slot by the time we get to actual rookie drafts. Most likely, though, I'd be looking to trade down from this range.

1.12 – Emmett Johnson, RB, Nebraska

Kevin: Johnson broke out for a huge 2025 that included 1,821 total yards and 15 TDs (in 12 games).

At 5’11, 200 pounds, he’s a quick, elusive back with plus vision. He’s also a strong receiver with 85 catches over the past two seasons.

Dynasty Superflex Rookie Mock Draft – Round 2

2.01 – Zachariah Branch, WR, Georgia

Jared: This former five-star recruit had a relatively disappointing college career, never topping 811 receiving yards in a season. But he posted career bests in yards per route run and Pro Football Focus receiving grade in 2025, ranking top-31 in both categories among 270 qualifying WRs.

Branch also pops on tape with an exciting combination of explosiveness and agility. He'll play his entire rookie season at 21 years old.

2.02 – Chris Bell, WR, Louisville

Shane: This was a tough choice between Bell and one of the Penn State backs (I prefer Nick Singleton's upside).

He is one of the few big "X" WRs in the class who could start as a rookie. Bell's combination of explosiveness off the line with his size and physicality makes him a difficult one-on-one cover.

Bell's 9-136-2 receiving line against Miami will be the selling point for him as an NFL starter. He tore an ACL in November but should be ready for his rookie season.

2.03 – Germie Bernard, WR, Alabama

Jody: After stops at Michigan State and Washington, Bernard blossomed into a versatile weapon for Alabama. He is an outstanding route runner who separates well and stands out as a downfield threat in contested-catch situations. He also has the potential to play inside or outside and looks capable of landing among the first five WRs selected in April. 

2.04 – Kaytron Allen, RB, Penn State

Matt: It's early in the process, and I might change my mind as we move through it. But I'll start draft season favoring Allen over Penn State backfield mate Nick Singleton.

Two main factors:

1. Allen beat Singleton in carries all four years they shared.
2. Allen's 6.2 yards per carry in 2025 dominated Singleton's 4.5.

The other guy still posted the better career rate and beat Allen across receiving categories. That's a key factor that could push me toward Singleton later. But it's Allen for me at the moment.

2.05 – Nick Singleton, RB, Penn State

Kevin: Singleton fell short of expectations in 2025. But it’s worth noting that he broke out as a true freshman at Penn State with 1,061 rushing yards and 12 TDs on 156 attempts (6.8 per carry).

You’ll be hard pressed to find a back with a better combination of size (6’0, 224) and speed. Singleton also adds receiving value, boosting his fantasy appeal.

2.06 – Elijah Sarratt, WR, Indiana

Jared: Sarratt led the national champion Hoosiers with 15 TDs, using his 6'2, 213-pound frame and high-pointing skills to consistently win 50/50 balls.

His breakout came as a sophomore in 2023 at James Madison, where he posted an 82-1,199-8 line on 2.92 yards per route.

If there's a concern with Sarratt, it's his ability to separate. PFF deemed 28% of his career targets as contested.

2.07 – Ja'Kobi Lane, WR, USC

Shane: Lane will create plenty of debate this draft cycle. At 6'4 and 200 pounds, he is an outside contested-catch specialist with great leaping ability. Recent busts such as Keon Coleman come to mind when I watch Lane, but he improved every season at USC and appears a bit more savvy in his route variety.

I'll chase the high upside over worrying about the downside in the second half of Round 2.

2.08 – Chris Brazzell II, WR, Tennessee

Jody: Brazzell has the physical tools to be a big-time "X" receiver, but there are concerns about consistent effort and a lankier frame.

He ranked second in the SEC in 2025 with 1,017 receiving yards and showed his red-zone prowess by tying for the conference lead with 9 TD grabs.

Brazzell is a polarizing prospect, but I'm reaching for the upside.

2.09 – Antonio Williams, WR, Clemson

Matt: Williams led Clemson in receptions and receiving yards as a 2022 true freshman and averaged 5.4 catches per game over his final two seasons.

He has injury history to answer for in the predraft process and might prove a little short on downfield ability. But I'll chase his pedigree and versatility in the second half of Round 2.

2.10 – Adam Randall, RB, Clemson

Kevin: Randall didn’t transition to RB (from WR) until late in 2024. Then, in 2025, he led Clemson with 814 yards and 10 TDs.

A 65.1% carry share showed the type of trust he earned from the coaching staff. At 6’2, 235 pounds, Randall also showed his WR skills with 36 catches for 254 yards.

We’ll see if he’s able to boost his stock at the Senior Bowl.

2.11 – Omar Cooper Jr., WR, Indiana

Jared: Cooper beat teammate and fellow 2026 WR prospect Elijah Sarratt in targets (91 to 87), catches (69 to 64), receiving yards (937 to 824), and yards per route (2.55 to 2.39) this past year.

He's at his best with the ball in his hands, averaging a strong 7.2 yards after catch per reception in his final college season.

2.12 – Garrett Nussmeier, QB, LSU

Shane: I'll take a QB shot at the end of the second round. Nussmeier has the arm talent to be an NFL QB, but injuries have limited him for multiple years. That included an abdominal strain, which lingered throughout 2025.

He won't offer much rushing upside, but a strong predraft season could push Nussmeier into Round 3.

I'd likely go with Trinidad Chambliss over Nussmeier if we knew Chambliss was in this class, but that's still undecided.

Dynasty Superflex Rookie Mock Draft – Round 3

3.01 – Bryce Lance, WR, North Dakota State

Shane: Bryce followed brother Trey to North Dakota State and posted back-to-back 1,000-yard seasons. He also hauled in an FCS-best 17 TDs in 2024.

Lance sports elite size (6-3, 209) and contested-catch skills. There are concerns about the level of competition he faced, but Lance looks like a quality NFL possession receiver who should hear his name called on Day 2. 

3.02 – Trinidad Chambliss, QB, Ole Miss

Matt: As of this writing, Chambliss is suing the NCAA to get another year of eligibility. I'm thinkin' I probably won't select him if he wins that case. But if he gets pushed into starting his NFL career, the run-pass combo will make him an attractive fantasy play (and probably an earlier rookie pick than this).

Chambliss led the SEC in passing yards (3,927) this past season and ran for 527 yards and eight scores -- even with the goofball NCAA tactic of subtracting sack yardage from a QB's rushing total.

3.03 – Eli Stowers, TE, Vanderbilt

Kevin: Stowers hit the NFL radar after transferring from New Mexico State. He totaled 111 catches, 1,407 yards, and 9 TDs over the past two seasons.

He’s on the light side at 6’4, 235 pounds but showed plus athleticism as a primary slot. A strong Combine would lock in Day 2 draft capital.

3.04 – Max Klare, TE, Ohio State

Jared: The ceiling isn't super exciting here. But Klare looks like a well-rounded TE who could emerge as an every-down player.

He caught 76% of his targets with just seven total drops over the last three seasons.

3.05 – Jamarion Miller, RB, Alabama

Shane: I'll take a third-round shot on an Alabama RB, even one who has disappointed. Miller peaked at 641 rushing yards in 2024 and wasn't used as a receiver much despite his receiving-back skillset.

Miller's 22-136-1 rushing line against Vanderbilt this year was the best game of his career, displaying his terrific contact balance and low center of gravity.

He's a better player than the stats indicate.

3.06 – Demond Claiborne, RB, Wake Forest 

Jody: Claiborne is undersized (5'10, 195) but offers excellent speed, lateral agility, and balance.

He's a plus returner and caught 20+ balls at Wake Forest each of the past two seasons.

Claiborne could rise up draft rankings if he tests well at the Combine. 

3.07 – Josh Cameron, WR, Baylor

Matt: Cameron didn't break out until his age-21 season, as a redshirt junior.

That helps explain why he's a mid-third-rounder here. But the size looks good enough (6'1, 218), and he easily led Baylor across receiving categories the past two years.

3.08 – Barion Brown, WR, LSU

Kevin: Brown’s production peaked as a true freshman alongside QB Will Levis. He posted team-best marks in catches (50), yards (628), and TDs (4).

Brown spent two more years in Lexington before transferring to LSU, where he led the Tigers in catches (53) and yards (532) this past fall.

At 5'11, 185, he brings exciting speed that also showed on special teams. He exits college with six career kick-return scores.

3.09 – C.J. Daniels, WR, Miami

Jared: Daniels spent six years in college, breaking out at Liberty with 1,064 yards and 10 TDs in 2023 before transferring to LSU in 2024 and Miami this past year.

He was a key piece in the Hurricanes' offense, finishing third on the team in targets, catches, and yards. Daniels was particularly impressive in contested situations, catching 11 of 17 chances.

3.10 – Michael Trigg, TE, Baylor

Shane: Trigg had the best year of his career, going 50-694-6. A pass-catching TE primarily, he can play inline or in the slot as a possession weapon who offers some after-catch ability.

Trigg should test well and could find his way into Day 2. If he lands with a team willing to utilize his receiving, he could be a sleeper.

3.11 – Carson Beck, QB, Miami

Jody: Beck has pro size (6-4, 220 pounds), accuracy, and anticipation. But he lacks deep-ball accuracy turns the ball over too much.

He could develop into a game manager in the right scheme. At this point in a superflex draft, he's worth a shot.

3.12 – Mike Washington, RB, Arkansas

Matt: Washington hit college as a two-star WR prospect but quickly converted to RB.

He averaged a decent 5.0 yards per carry across three stops. I'm most intrigued by the 6.4 YPC of his lone season at Arkansas, though.

Washington brings good speed and the displayed receiving ability you'd expect from a former wideout (73 career catches).

Dynasty Superflex Rookie Mock Draft – Round 4

4.01 – Deion Burks, WR, Oklahoma

Kevin: Burks transferred to Oklahoma ahead of the 2024 season. A soft-tissue injury limited him to only five games, but he rebounded for a healthy 2025 that included a 57-620-4 line. Each mark ranked second on the team.

At 5'9, 188 pounds, he's a slot target at the NFL level. The Athletic's Dane Brugler tweeted in December that some teams have a Round 3 grade on Burks.

4.02 – Jaydn Ott, RB, Oklahoma

Jared: Ott dealt with injuries in 2024 and struggled to find playing time after transferring to Oklahoma this past year. But he opened his college career with 2,201 rushing yards, 517 receiving yards, and 25 TDs over his first two seasons at Cal.

Ott looks like an intriguing sleeper in this relatively weak RB class.

4.03 – Harrison Wallace III, WR, Penn State

Shane: Wallace had a solid junior season at Penn State, leading their WRs with a 46-720-4 receiving line.

His dynamic athleticism and route running from the slot gave him a spot at Ole Miss in 2025, where he put up 61-934-4.

Wallace showed more versatility this season and was a favorite target for QB Trinidad Chambliss. He could be an early Day 3 pick who finds an NFL niche.

4.04 – Malachi Fields, WR, Notre Dame

Jody: At 6'4 and 223 pounds, Fields is a big player with plus ball skills and the ability to make contested catches. He had two solid seasons of production at Virginia before moving on to Notre Dame in 2025.

Fields has the physical tools to be a plus red-zone option and the versatility to be a "big slot" weapon, but there are questions about his speed.

4.05 – Drew Allar, QB, Penn State

Matt: The ankle injury that ended Allar's final college season complicates his NFL outlook. We should learn more through the predraft process about the long-term impact.

But there's little risk at this point in a rookie draft in taking a shot on a QB who drew top-10 NFL Draft buzz at times during his Penn State run. A healthy Allar presents enough mobility to be intriguing in fantasy.

4.06 – Skyler Bell, WR, UConn

Kevin: In 2025, Bell ranked top 4 nationally in catches (101), yards (1,278) and TDs (13). The fifth-year senior is likely a late-round pick, but short-area quickness and inside-out versatility supply some sleeper appeal.

4.07 – Jamal Haynes, RB, Georgia Tech

Jared: This former WR totaled 81 receptions as an RB across his final three seasons at Georgia Tech. He stands a good chance to at least win a passing-down role for his NFL team. We'll see if he can develop into more.

4.08 – Taylen Green, QB, Arkansas

Shane: Green is an athletic marvel, standing 6'6 and 221 pounds with 4.4 speed. He rushed for 430+ yards and 8+ TDs in all four years as a starter: two apiece at Boise State and Arkansas.

Though Green's accuracy and footwork need to improve, he could be a fantasy cheat code if he ever becomes a starter. Well worth a taxi squad stash in superflex.

4.09 – Le'Veon Moss, RB, Texas A&M

Jody: Moss is a former track star with good size (5'11, 210), strong acceleration into the hole, and considerable power. He ranked second in the SEC with 6.3 yards per carry and earned All-SEC second-team accolades in 2024.

However, his lack of receiving production and pass-protection woes stand as major concerns.

4.10 – Seth McGowan, RB, Kentucky

Matt: McGowan's probably got a limited ceiling, but that'll be true of just about anyone you're drafting at this point.

Here's what I like:

1. He brings solid size for the position (6'1 and somewhere in the 215-220 range). Optimally, RBs run a little shorter than that, but 6'1 isn't "too tall."
2. He worked his way from zero-star recruit to dual-threat producer: 5.1 yards per carry and 11.0 yards per catch career, with 375 FBS rushes and 55 catches across three stops.

4.11 – Ted Hurst, WR, Georgia State

Kevin: Hurst excelled the past two years, totaling 127 catches, 1,965 yards, and 15 TDs.

At 6’3, 195 pounds, he brings exciting deep speed and contested-catch ability.

The Athletic’s Dane Brugler said in December that “multiple teams” view Hurst as a “borderline top-100 prospect.”

He’ll have a chance to boost his stock at the Senior Bowl.

4.12 – Roman Hemby, RB, Indiana

Jared: Hemby averaged just 4.9 yards per carry for his college career, which suggests limited rushing-efficiency upside.

But he was a four-year producer, including leading Indiana with 230 carries and 1,120 rushing yards this past season.

Hemby also totaled 128 catches over the last four years, presenting some dual-threat potential.

Dynasty Superflex Rookie Mock Draft – Round 5

5.01 – Marlin Klein, TE, Michigan

Shane: Once we hit Round 5, I'm going pure upside. Klein should be one of the best TEs at the Combine.

He has a verified 4.25-second shuttle, which would have led TEs at last year's Combine. His 40 time and vertical should rank among the best of this TE group as well.

Klein peaked in 2025 at 248 receiving yards, but I'll take a late shot on a 250-pound, athletic TE.

5.02 – Oscar Delp, TE, Georgia

Jody: Delp had modest production at Georgia, but he had good hands and is capable of lining up in the slot, perimeter, or as an inline TE. He's listed at 6'5 and 245 pounds, and brings excellent speed.

Delp might take some time to develop, but he checks a lot of boxes that will appeal to NFL GMs. 

5.03 – Brenen Thompson, WR, Mississippi State

Matt: Maybe Thompson proves too small -- about 5'9, 170 pounds -- to accomplish much in the pros. And he spent most of college posting limited numbers.

But his sub-4.4 speed delivered an SEC-leading 1,054 receiving yards at 18.5 per catch in his only Mississippi State campaign. That aspect's worth a low-risk Round 5 shot.

5.04 – Cade Klubnik, QB, Clemson

Kevin: A three-year starter, Klubnik earned Round 1 hype after a 2024 that produced 3,639 passing yards, 36 TDs, and just 6 INTs. But he regressed significantly this past season, right alongside a Clemson team that won its fewest games since 2010 (7).

It's worth noting that Klubnik dealt with a midseason ankle sprain.

I still think there's plenty of arm talent here, and he may rise with a strong showing at the East-West Shrine Game and NFL Combine. A weak QB class also gives him a shot at becoming a mid-round pick.

5.05 – Tanner Koziol, TE, Houston

Jared: Koziol posted big numbers in two different offenses over the last two seasons: 94-839-8 at Ball State in 2024 and then 74-727-6 at Houston this past year.

He ranked top 8 among TEs in yards per route and PFF receiving grade in 2025. And he goes 6'7, 250 pounds.

A fun flier late in rookie drafts.

5.06 – Diego Pavia, QB, Vanderbilt

Shane: Pavia was the Heisman runner-up after a tremendous year. He's a run-first QB who led the team with 862 yards and 10 TDs on the ground. The toughness and leadership should get him drafted at some point.

In the fifth round of a rookie draft, he is worth stashing on a taxi squad.

5.07 – Rahsul Faison, RB, South Carolina

Jody: Faison rushed for 1,845 yards and 13 TDs in two seasons at Utah State before transferring to South Carolina late last summer.

For the Gamecocks, Faison led the team in rushing (470 yards) and caught 19 balls. He has good size (6'0, 218) but will already be 26 years old when the 2026 NFL Draft arrives. 

5.08 – Haynes King, QB, Georgia Tech

Matt: King rushed for 2,277 yards across his three Georgia Tech seasons, averaging 63.3 per game.

He's likely headed for Day 3 of the draft and probably won't become an NFL starter at any point. But if he does, the rushing will boost his fantasy floor and ceiling.

5.09 – J'Mari Taylor, RB, Virginia

Kevin: Taylor produced 1,315 total yards, 43 catches, and 15 TDs for Virginia in 2025. The 5’9, 204-pounder is an elusive back with the potential to earn pass-catching work at the pro level.

Taylor looks like a Day 3 pick, but he’ll have a chance to boost his stock at the Senior Bowl.

5.10 – Robert Henry Jr., RB, UTSA

Jared: Henry faced a lower level of competition at Texas-San Antonio. But he dominated last year, running for 1,045 yards and 9 TDs on 6.9 yards per carry. That included 4.2 yards after contact per carry -- 13th most among 165 qualifying RBs.

Henry also caught 58 balls across three college seasons.

5.11 – Eric McAlister, WR, TCU

Shane: McAlister posted a productive 72-1190-10 receiving line this past season. That followed 762 yards in 2024.

He won't have great testing numbers, but McAlister's size and ball skills should be enough for him to make a roster.

5.12 – Jack Endries, TE, Texas

Jody: Endries tallied 91 receptions for 1,030 yards and 4 TDs in two seasons at Cal before transferring to Texas in 2025.

With the Longhorns, he put up a 33-346-4 line in 13 games. He's versatile, with experience in the slot and on the perimeter.

Endries is a good route runner with the skill set to be a good fit as a downfield move TE.

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Kevin English, Senior Analyst

Kevin brings 15+ years of experience as a fantasy analyst and mid-stakes competitor across various formats (redraft, best ball, dynasty, DFS). He finished 1st in FantasyPros Draft Accuracy competition in 2024. Kevin's work has been featured in The Mercury News, NBC Sports/Rotoworld, and FantasyPros.