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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. LaNorris Sellers, QB, South Carolina

Sellers is a fantasy football dream. At 6'3, 242 pounds with rumored 4.55 speed, he profiles as the next potential elite rushing QB. His second year had highs — like throwing for 238 yards and two TDs against Alabama — and lows, including a three-point showing vs. Ole Miss.

He flashed his athleticism with 166 rushing yards and two TDs on 16 carries against Clemson. With NFL-level arm talent, Sellers could emerge as a top QB prospect, though he may wait until the 2027 draft to come out.

4. John Mateer, QB, Oklahoma

Mateer transferred from Washington State to Oklahoma and started the 2025 season extremely hot, throwing for 1,215 yards and 6 TDs in his first four games. He also ran for 190 yards and 5 TDs.

He looked like a potential No. 1 overall pick and Heisman candidate, but broke his throwing hand. He will return this season after surgery and be a potential top-10 NFL Draft pick.

5. 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.

6. 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.

7. Dante Moore, QB, Oregon

Once a top recruit who flopped at UCLA as a true freshman, but sat behind Dillon Gabriel for a year and came out better for it.

He went toe-to-toe against Penn State, on the road, throwing for 248 yards and 3 TDs. He's not the runner like Sellers or Mateer, but has enough mobility to be dangerous. Moore could ascend to become the top QB of the class.

8. 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. With elite body control and a wide catch radius, he has a strong chance to be a top-50 pick. 

9. Nicholas Singleton, RB, Penn State

A former five-star recruit, Singleton brings 4.3 speed at 226 pounds. He’s improved his vision and instincts each season, and his athleticism and soft hands made him one of Penn State’s top pass catchers. If he takes the next step, Singleton has the upside to be a high-impact NFL starter.

10. Garrett Nussmeier, QB, LSU

Nussmeier is the pocket passer of the class, but he has the arm strength and accuracy to translate to the NFL. He has flashed NFL talent, but inconsistency may make him more of a Day 2 pick.

The Rest of the Top 50:

11. Demond Claiborne, RB, Wake Forest

12. Eli Stowers, TE, Vanderbilt

13. Kenyon Sadiq, TE, Oregon

14. Antonio Williams, WR, Clemson

15. Germie Bernard, WR, Alabama

16. Justice Haynes, RB, Michigan

17. Arch Manning, QB, Texas

18. Eric Singleton Jr., WR, Auburn

19. Makai Lemon, WR, USC

20. Fernando Mendoza, QB, Indiana

21. Deion Burks, WR, Oklahoma

22. Kaden Feagin, RB, Illinois

23. Barion Brown, WR, LSU

24. Bryce Lance, WR, North Dakota State

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

26. Lake McRee, TE, USC

27. Darius Taylor, RB, Minnesota

28. Ja'Kobi Lane, WR, USC

29. Elijah Sarratt, WR, Indiana

30. Carson Beck, QB, Miami (FL)

31. Cade Klubnik, QB, Clemson

32. Max Klare, TE, Ohio State

33. Eugene Wilson III, WR, Florida

34. Mark Fletcher, RB, Miami

35. Drew Allar, QB, Penn State

36. Nic Anderson, WR, LSU

37. Tanner Koziol, TE, Houston

38. Kevin Concepcion, WR, Texas A&M

39. Jaydn Ott, RB, Oklahoma

40. Sam Leavitt, QB, Arizona State

41. Malachi Fields, WR, Notre Dame

42. Nyck Harbor, WR, South Carolina

43. Waymond Jordan, RB, USC

44. Jaden Greathouse, WR, Notre Dame

45. Sawyer Robertson, QB, Baylor

46. Dane Key, WR, Nebraska

47. Marlin Klein, TE, Michigan

48. Jayden Maiava, QB, USC

49. Zachariah Branch, WR, Georgia

50. Duce Robinson, WR, Florida 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. Most top contenders — including Arch Manning, LaNorris Sellers, and Cade Klubnik — offer designed rushing ability, which is exactly what fantasy managers want from incoming passers.

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 Penn State's Nicholas Singleton should ace the Combine and compete.

Wake Forest RB Demond Claiborne has carried their offense as well and he has intriguing athletic upside.

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 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.

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 Alabama's Germie Bernard and Auburn's Eric Singleton Jr.

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.