2026 Dynasty Rookie Rankings

Updated on Tue, 3 Feb 2026

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RK	Player	ADP	Bye	Age	1yr. Proj	3yr. Proj	5yr. Proj	10yr. Proj	DS Analysis	3D Value +


Tier 2
1	Jeremiyah Love J Love RK RB2	N/A	18	0	199	537	894	1,673	Love has been a marvel with two straight 1,100-yard rushing seasons with a combined 35 rushing TDs. His contact balance and power are among the top RBs in recent years, and he grades out similarly to Ashton Jeanty. This is despite teammate Jadarian Price being a top RB in this class as well. Love offers three-down upside and should be instantly a top dynasty RB. He won't turn 21 until after the draft.	89
5yr. Proj 894 10yr. Proj 1673 ADP N/A Bye 18 Age 0 DS Analysis Love has been a marvel with two straight 1,100-yard rushing seasons with a combined 35 rushing TDs. His contact balance and power are among the top RBs in recent years, and he grades out similarly to Ashton Jeanty. This is despite teammate Jadarian Price being a top RB in this class as well. Love offers three-down upside and should be instantly a top dynasty RB. He won't turn 21 until after the draft.

Tier 4
2	Makai Lemon M Lemon RK WR12	N/A	18	0	122	409	693	1,352	Lemon may be the best contested catcher in the draft despite only sitting at 5'11 and 195 pounds. He was utilized in the slot and outside at USC on his way to winning the Biletnikoff Award this season. Lemon's ball tracking and explosiveness after the catch makes him a dangerous weapon. He could be a PPR machine in the NFL and a high first round pick.	48
5yr. Proj 693 10yr. Proj 1352 ADP N/A Bye 18 Age 0 DS Analysis Lemon may be the best contested catcher in the draft despite only sitting at 5'11 and 195 pounds. He was utilized in the slot and outside at USC on his way to winning the Biletnikoff Award this season. Lemon's ball tracking and explosiveness after the catch makes him a dangerous weapon. He could be a PPR machine in the NFL and a high first round pick.
3	Jordyn Tyson J Tyson RK WR13	N/A	18	0	134	395	674	1,358	Tyson had a dominant 2024 going 74-1101-10 as the focal point of the Arizona State offense. He started off hot in 2025 wit 7 TDs in the first 5 games. Tyson has good size and after the catch ability. He can win contested catches and also be used in the screen game. Tyson's athleticism and savvy route running could make him a top-10 pick. He does have a long injury history, tearing his ACL/PCL/MCL in 2022, breaking a collarbone in 2024, and hamstring issues costing him four games in 2025.	47
5yr. Proj 674 10yr. Proj 1358 ADP N/A Bye 18 Age 0 DS Analysis Tyson had a dominant 2024 going 74-1101-10 as the focal point of the Arizona State offense. He started off hot in 2025 wit 7 TDs in the first 5 games. Tyson has good size and after the catch ability. He can win contested catches and also be used in the screen game. Tyson's athleticism and savvy route running could make him a top-10 pick. He does have a long injury history, tearing his ACL/PCL/MCL in 2022, breaking a collarbone in 2024, and hamstring issues costing him four games in 2025.

Tier 5
4	Carnell Tate C Tate RK WR15	N/A	18	21	108	393	671	1,351	Tate took a backseat to Ohio State phenom Jeremiah Smith, but Tate flashed elite hand-eye coordination and hands this season. Tate knows how to beat the press and isn't afraid to make tough catches over the middle. His height and range makes Tate a potential top-15 NFL Draft pick who can immediately make a fantasy impact.	44
5yr. Proj 671 10yr. Proj 1351 ADP N/A Bye 18 Age 21 DS Analysis Tate took a backseat to Ohio State phenom Jeremiah Smith, but Tate flashed elite hand-eye coordination and hands this season. Tate knows how to beat the press and isn't afraid to make tough catches over the middle. His height and range makes Tate a potential top-15 NFL Draft pick who can immediately make a fantasy impact.
Tier 2
5	Kenyon Sadiq K Sadiq RK TE7	N/A	18	0	88	312	538	1,093	Sadiq is an elite athlete who uses his footwork and leaping ability to get open and make catches. He is extremely tough to cover and can box out when contested. He led the Ducks in receptions this year despite numerous drops. Sadiq may not add much as a blocking presence, but he could be a top-15 pick with his ability as a weapon.	32
5yr. Proj 538 10yr. Proj 1093 ADP N/A Bye 18 Age 0 DS Analysis Sadiq is an elite athlete who uses his footwork and leaping ability to get open and make catches. He is extremely tough to cover and can box out when contested. He led the Ducks in receptions this year despite numerous drops. Sadiq may not add much as a blocking presence, but he could be a top-15 pick with his ability as a weapon.

Tier 7
6	Jadarian Price J Price RK RB18	N/A	18	0	122	328	526	897	Price is a straight forward power runner who has a third gear for long TDs. He ran for 674 yards and 11 TDs this year while playing behind teammate Jeremiyah Love. Price's agility and ability to work through contact could make him an NFL starter. Price may be a better receiver than his numbers indicate, but that won't be where he scores fantasy points.	31
5yr. Proj 526 10yr. Proj 897 ADP N/A Bye 18 Age 0 DS Analysis Price is a straight forward power runner who has a third gear for long TDs. He ran for 674 yards and 11 TDs this year while playing behind teammate Jeremiyah Love. Price's agility and ability to work through contact could make him an NFL starter. Price may be a better receiver than his numbers indicate, but that won't be where he scores fantasy points.
Tier 6
7	KC Concepcion K Concepcion RK WR28	N/A	18	0	103	340	581	1,150	Concepcion flashed at NC State but really came into his own at Texas A&M this year. He went 61-919-9 as a receiver. Concepcion also ran 10 times for 75 yards and a TD. He also is an elite returner who had two TDs this year. Concepcion is a Percy Harvin-level weapon who may end up being a high-end offensive weapon. His role and team will be key, but Concepcion has plenty fantasy upside if he is a first round pick.	31
5yr. Proj 581 10yr. Proj 1150 ADP N/A Bye 18 Age 0 DS Analysis Concepcion flashed at NC State but really came into his own at Texas A&M this year. He went 61-919-9 as a receiver. Concepcion also ran 10 times for 75 yards and a TD. He also is an elite returner who had two TDs this year. Concepcion is a Percy Harvin-level weapon who may end up being a high-end offensive weapon. His role and team will be key, but Concepcion has plenty fantasy upside if he is a first round pick.
8	Denzel Boston D Boston RK WR29	N/A	18	0	108	339	575	1,121	Boston sat behind the trio of Rome Odunze, Ja'Lynn Polk, and Jalen McMillan in 2023, but the 6'4, 210-pound WR flashed in 2024. He had his best season this year as an X WR, going 63-834-9 on a Huskies team that prioritized the run. Boston is a unique WR in this class with his size, and he should have good workouts too. Expect him to be a top-50 pick.	30
5yr. Proj 575 10yr. Proj 1121 ADP N/A Bye 18 Age 0 DS Analysis Boston sat behind the trio of Rome Odunze, Ja'Lynn Polk, and Jalen McMillan in 2023, but the 6'4, 210-pound WR flashed in 2024. He had his best season this year as an X WR, going 63-834-9 on a Huskies team that prioritized the run. Boston is a unique WR in this class with his size, and he should have good workouts too. Expect him to be a top-50 pick.

Tier 7
9	Zachariah Branch Z Branch RK WR36	N/A	18	0	88	309	523	1,006	Branch is an intriguing prospect. The former five-star recruit is a jack-of-all-trades at 5'10, 180 pounds. He flashed at USC but transferred to Georgia to have his best season yet. Branch went 81-811-6 for the Dawgs. He also is one of the best returners in the country. Elite speed and explosiveness could make Branch a great weapon, though his size may limit how much he is utilized as a top offensive threat.	23
5yr. Proj 523 10yr. Proj 1006 ADP N/A Bye 18 Age 0 DS Analysis Branch is an intriguing prospect. The former five-star recruit is a jack-of-all-trades at 5'10, 180 pounds. He flashed at USC but transferred to Georgia to have his best season yet. Branch went 81-811-6 for the Dawgs. He also is one of the best returners in the country. Elite speed and explosiveness could make Branch a great weapon, though his size may limit how much he is utilized as a top offensive threat.
10	Omar Cooper Jr. O Cooper Jr. RK WR37	N/A	18	0	46	319	540	1,073	Cooper led Indiana in receiving this year going 64-866-13. His body control and hands led him to being a major target for Heisman QB Fernano Mendoza, especially in the red zone. Cooper profiles as an NFL contributor, even if he doesn't have the speed to be a No. 1.	23
5yr. Proj 540 10yr. Proj 1073 ADP N/A Bye 18 Age 0 DS Analysis Cooper led Indiana in receiving this year going 64-866-13. His body control and hands led him to being a major target for Heisman QB Fernano Mendoza, especially in the red zone. Cooper profiles as an NFL contributor, even if he doesn't have the speed to be a No. 1.
Tier 8
11	Chris Bell C Bell RK WR45	N/A	18	0	92	293	495	953	Bell has been at Louisville his entire career and showed improvement every season over his four years. He is a hefty 220 pounds and can box out defenders to make contested catches. He went 72-917-6 this season including a dominant 9-136-2 game against Miami. Bell profiles as a No. 2 WR in the NFL who can flash for some big games.	20
5yr. Proj 495 10yr. Proj 953 ADP N/A Bye 18 Age 0 DS Analysis Bell has been at Louisville his entire career and showed improvement every season over his four years. He is a hefty 220 pounds and can box out defenders to make contested catches. He went 72-917-6 this season including a dominant 9-136-2 game against Miami. Bell profiles as a No. 2 WR in the NFL who can flash for some big games.
Tier 2
12	Fernando Mendoza F Mendoza RK QB10	N/A	18	0	248	779	1,329	2,683	Mendoza won the Heisman for the Big Ten Champion Indiana Hoosiers. He has two straight 3,000 yard passing seasons at Cal and Indiana and is expected to be a top selection in the NFL Draft. He showcases a strong arm and great mid-range accuracy while showing toughness in the pocket. Mendoza can scramble some too, which should help his fantasy output. He lacks the upside of recent top QBs like Caleb Williams, but has potential to be a top-15 fantasy QB.	19
5yr. Proj 1329 10yr. Proj 2683 ADP N/A Bye 18 Age 0 DS Analysis Mendoza won the Heisman for the Big Ten Champion Indiana Hoosiers. He has two straight 3,000 yard passing seasons at Cal and Indiana and is expected to be a top selection in the NFL Draft. He showcases a strong arm and great mid-range accuracy while showing toughness in the pocket. Mendoza can scramble some too, which should help his fantasy output. He lacks the upside of recent top QBs like Caleb Williams, but has potential to be a top-15 fantasy QB.

Tier 9
13	Jonah Coleman J Coleman RK RB24	N/A	18	22.4	108	261	424	644	Coleman scored 17 total TDs this season as the focal point of the Washington offense. He is on the shorter end, but at 220 pounds, Coleman is a punishing rusher with a low pad level. He is also a strong receiver for his size. If Coleman performs at the Senior Bowl and Combine, he could be a top-50 pick.	18
5yr. Proj 424 10yr. Proj 644 ADP N/A Bye 18 Age 22.4 DS Analysis Coleman scored 17 total TDs this season as the focal point of the Washington offense. He is on the shorter end, but at 220 pounds, Coleman is a punishing rusher with a low pad level. He is also a strong receiver for his size. If Coleman performs at the Senior Bowl and Combine, he could be a top-50 pick.
14	Malachi Fields M Fields RK WR49	N/A	18	22.3	47	293	490	969	Fields excelled at Virginia with two back-to-back 800 yard receiving seasons in his third and fourth seasons there. He transferred to Notre Dame taking a step back in production, but showcasing his great route running and hands all season. He is on the older side, hitting 23 before the start of the season. But his traits combined with 6'4, 220 pound size could make him a top-100 NFL Draft pick.	17
5yr. Proj 490 10yr. Proj 969 ADP N/A Bye 18 Age 22.3 DS Analysis Fields excelled at Virginia with two back-to-back 800 yard receiving seasons in his third and fourth seasons there. He transferred to Notre Dame taking a step back in production, but showcasing his great route running and hands all season. He is on the older side, hitting 23 before the start of the season. But his traits combined with 6'4, 220 pound size could make him a top-100 NFL Draft pick.
15	Germie Bernard G Bernard RK WR50	N/A	18	0	86	276	467	898	Bernard followed HC Kalen DeBoer from Washington to Alabama. He had his best season in 2025 at 64-862-7. Bernard has good size and hands as a savvy route runner who works in the slot and outside. He may not have No. 1 WR upside, but Bernard can be a solid contributor.	17
5yr. Proj 467 10yr. Proj 898 ADP N/A Bye 18 Age 0 DS Analysis Bernard followed HC Kalen DeBoer from Washington to Alabama. He had his best season in 2025 at 64-862-7. Bernard has good size and hands as a savvy route runner who works in the slot and outside. He may not have No. 1 WR upside, but Bernard can be a solid contributor.
16	Chris Brazzell II C Brazzell II RK WR55	N/A	18	0	82	271	451	930	Brazzell struggled in 2024, but the 6'5 WR emerged as the top threat on Tennessee in 2025. He went 62-1017-9, often working down field as a deep threat. His rare blend of height and speed gives Brazzell plenty of upside, but he lacks the nuanced route running and can short arm catches. Brazzell has a high ceiling and low floor.	16
5yr. Proj 451 10yr. Proj 930 ADP N/A Bye 18 Age 0 DS Analysis Brazzell struggled in 2024, but the 6'5 WR emerged as the top threat on Tennessee in 2025. He went 62-1017-9, often working down field as a deep threat. His rare blend of height and speed gives Brazzell plenty of upside, but he lacks the nuanced route running and can short arm catches. Brazzell has a high ceiling and low floor.
17	Emmett Johnson E Johnson RK RB25	N/A	18	0	87	259	421	640	Johnson was a 2026 surprise. He ran for 1,451 yards and 12 TDs, averaging 5.78 yards per carry. He has also caught 85 passes over the last two years. Johnson can be a PPR difference maker with his pass-catching and shiftiness in the open field. He likely will come in under 200 pounds, but Johnson can be a three-down RB in the right offense.	16
5yr. Proj 421 10yr. Proj 640 ADP N/A Bye 18 Age 0 DS Analysis Johnson was a 2026 surprise. He ran for 1,451 yards and 12 TDs, averaging 5.78 yards per carry. He has also caught 85 passes over the last two years. Johnson can be a PPR difference maker with his pass-catching and shiftiness in the open field. He likely will come in under 200 pounds, but Johnson can be a three-down RB in the right offense.
18	Elijah Sarratt E Sarratt RK WR57	N/A	18	22.7	84	271	458	877	Sarratt flashed in 2024 going 53-957-8. He missed a few games due to a hamstring injury, but he did score 13 TDs in 2025 with Fernando Mendoza at QB. Sarratt has high-end size at 6'2, 213 pounds. His high pointing is among the best in the class. Sarratt should be a consistent NFL WR though he may never be the top weapon for a team.	16
5yr. Proj 458 10yr. Proj 877 ADP N/A Bye 18 Age 22.7 DS Analysis Sarratt flashed in 2024 going 53-957-8. He missed a few games due to a hamstring injury, but he did score 13 TDs in 2025 with Fernando Mendoza at QB. Sarratt has high-end size at 6'2, 213 pounds. His high pointing is among the best in the class. Sarratt should be a consistent NFL WR though he may never be the top weapon for a team.
Tier 9
19	Antonio Williams A Williams RK WR66	N/A	18	21.5	62	261	442	878	Williams looked like a top WR after he led Clemson in receiving as a true freshman in 2022. But lower body injuries in 2023 derailed him before a 74-904-11 season in 2024. Clemson's weak pass offense hurt Williams in 2025, but he is a versatile WR with good route running and hands. He struggles to get separation at times, but could be a solid contributor.	13
5yr. Proj 442 10yr. Proj 878 ADP N/A Bye 18 Age 21.5 DS Analysis Williams looked like a top WR after he led Clemson in receiving as a true freshman in 2022. But lower body injuries in 2023 derailed him before a 74-904-11 season in 2024. Clemson's weak pass offense hurt Williams in 2025, but he is a versatile WR with good route running and hands. He struggles to get separation at times, but could be a solid contributor.
20	Ja'Kobi Lane J Lane RK WR67	N/A	18	0	78	257	430	874	Lane took a backseat to teammate Makai Lemon, but he has had solid production himself. The 6'4, 195-pound WR explodes off the line and use his length to beat the press. He went 49-745-4 in 2025, following up a 12 TD season in 2024. Lane has good downfield speed to catch the deep ball too. He could be a sleeper if he falls to Day 3.	13
5yr. Proj 430 10yr. Proj 874 ADP N/A Bye 18 Age 0 DS Analysis Lane took a backseat to teammate Makai Lemon, but he has had solid production himself. The 6'4, 195-pound WR explodes off the line and use his length to beat the press. He went 49-745-4 in 2025, following up a 12 TD season in 2024. Lane has good downfield speed to catch the deep ball too. He could be a sleeper if he falls to Day 3.

Tier 10
21	Kaytron Allen K Allen RK RB37	N/A	18	0	78	240	379	533	Allen has four straight seasons of over 860 rushing yards. He has been the consistent backfield presence and ascended past teammate Nicholas Singleton despite a difference in athleticism. Allen is one of the most technically sound RBs in the class and that shows with him averaging over 5 yards per carry in every college season. He won't add much receiving and may not have high-end athleticism, but a good Combine could push him into Day 2.	11
5yr. Proj 379 10yr. Proj 533 ADP N/A Bye 18 Age 0 DS Analysis Allen has four straight seasons of over 860 rushing yards. He has been the consistent backfield presence and ascended past teammate Nicholas Singleton despite a difference in athleticism. Allen is one of the most technically sound RBs in the class and that shows with him averaging over 5 yards per carry in every college season. He won't add much receiving and may not have high-end athleticism, but a good Combine could push him into Day 2.
Tier 4
22	Eli Stowers E Stowers RK TE14	N/A	18	0	62	221	376	699	Stowers is a former QB converted to TE. He will be more slot WR than TE, sitting at 6'4, 235 pounds. He led Vanderbilt with 62 catches this year and was a reliable option for QB Diego Pavia. Stowers has elite explosiveness and short area quickness and that should be reflected at the Combine. He could sneak into Day 2 and be a consistent fantasy presence with enough playing time.	10
5yr. Proj 376 10yr. Proj 699 ADP N/A Bye 18 Age 0 DS Analysis Stowers is a former QB converted to TE. He will be more slot WR than TE, sitting at 6'4, 235 pounds. He led Vanderbilt with 62 catches this year and was a reliable option for QB Diego Pavia. Stowers has elite explosiveness and short area quickness and that should be reflected at the Combine. He could sneak into Day 2 and be a consistent fantasy presence with enough playing time.
23	Nicholas Singleton N Singleton RK RB46	N/A	18	22	85	216	352	534	Singleton, a former five-star recruit, has been a disappointment over his four-year career at Penn State. His final rushing line this past year was 123-549-13, mainly profiling as a red zone runner. Singleton would likely have dominated at the NFL Combine, but he suffered a broken bone in his foot at the Senior Bowl.	8
5yr. Proj 352 10yr. Proj 534 ADP N/A Bye 18 Age 22 DS Analysis Singleton, a former five-star recruit, has been a disappointment over his four-year career at Penn State. His final rushing line this past year was 123-549-13, mainly profiling as a red zone runner. Singleton would likely have dominated at the NFL Combine, but he suffered a broken bone in his foot at the Senior Bowl.
24	Deion Burks D Burks RK WR88	N/A	18	23	39	242	410	774	Burks flashed speed and athleticism at Purdue before transferring to Oklahoma, but he was never able to break out. He went 57-620-4 in 2025 after an injury riddled 2024. Burks sits as a pure slot WR at 5'9, 188 pounds. His speed and athleticism could make him an intriguing Day 3 pick, but Burks has never showcased that he can be an NFL starter.	7
5yr. Proj 410 10yr. Proj 774 ADP N/A Bye 18 Age 23 DS Analysis Burks flashed speed and athleticism at Purdue before transferring to Oklahoma, but he was never able to break out. He went 57-620-4 in 2025 after an injury riddled 2024. Burks sits as a pure slot WR at 5'9, 188 pounds. His speed and athleticism could make him an intriguing Day 3 pick, but Burks has never showcased that he can be an NFL starter.
Tier 5
25	Max Klare M Klare RK TE21	N/A	18	0	58	187	344	669	Klare broke out at Purdue in 2024 going 51-685-4. He took a step back on the Buckeyes this year at 43-448-2, but he showed improved blocking and good route running to be a shallow target. He did have some drops and mental lapses, but Klare has the ability to be a Jake Ferguson type TE.	5
5yr. Proj 344 10yr. Proj 669 ADP N/A Bye 18 Age 0 DS Analysis Klare broke out at Purdue in 2024 going 51-685-4. He took a step back on the Buckeyes this year at 43-448-2, but he showed improved blocking and good route running to be a shallow target. He did have some drops and mental lapses, but Klare has the ability to be a Jake Ferguson type TE.

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