2026 Dynasty Rookie Rankings

Updated on Tue, 13 Jan 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 RB4	N/A	18	20.6	199	568	944	1,767	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.	81
5yr. Proj 944 10yr. Proj 1767 ADP N/A Bye 18 Age 20.6 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 5
2	Jordyn Tyson J Tyson RK WR14	N/A	18	21.4	134	413	705	1,419	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.	43
5yr. Proj 705 10yr. Proj 1419 ADP N/A Bye 18 Age 21.4 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 6
3	Makai Lemon M Lemon RK WR19	N/A	18	21.6	122	399	676	1,319	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.	38
5yr. Proj 676 10yr. Proj 1319 ADP N/A Bye 18 Age 21.6 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.

Tier 7
4	Carnell Tate C Tate RK WR29	N/A	18	20.9	108	353	604	1,215	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.	30
5yr. Proj 604 10yr. Proj 1215 ADP N/A Bye 18 Age 20.9 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 7
5	Jadarian Price J Price RK RB19	N/A	18	22.3	122	348	558	953	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.	30
5yr. Proj 558 10yr. Proj 953 ADP N/A Bye 18 Age 22.3 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.
6	KC Concepcion K Concepcion RK WR30	N/A	18	21.3	103	342	584	1,176	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.	28
5yr. Proj 584 10yr. Proj 1176 ADP N/A Bye 18 Age 21.3 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.

7	Denzel Boston D Boston RK WR37	N/A	18	22.1	108	328	555	1,083	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.	25
5yr. Proj 555 10yr. Proj 1083 ADP N/A Bye 18 Age 22.1 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 3
8	Kenyon Sadiq K Sadiq RK TE9	N/A	18	20.8	88	267	485	1,012	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.	18
5yr. Proj 485 10yr. Proj 1012 ADP N/A Bye 18 Age 20.8 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 9
9	Chris Bell C Bell RK WR64	N/A	18	21.8	92	281	475	914	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.	16
5yr. Proj 475 10yr. Proj 914 ADP N/A Bye 18 Age 21.8 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 10
10	Jonah Coleman J Coleman RK RB34	N/A	18	22.3	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.	14
5yr. Proj 424 10yr. Proj 644 ADP N/A Bye 18 Age 22.3 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.
11	Zachariah Branch Z Branch RK WR72	N/A	18	21.8	88	268	454	874	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.	13
5yr. Proj 454 10yr. Proj 874 ADP N/A Bye 18 Age 21.8 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.
12	Emmett Johnson E Johnson RK RB38	N/A	18	22.3	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.	13
5yr. Proj 421 10yr. Proj 640 ADP N/A Bye 18 Age 22.3 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.
13	Elijah Sarratt E Sarratt RK WR76	N/A	18	22.6	84	262	444	849	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.	12
5yr. Proj 444 10yr. Proj 849 ADP N/A Bye 18 Age 22.6 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.
14	Chris Brazzell II C Brazzell II RK WR75	N/A	18	20.3	82	260	431	890	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.	12
5yr. Proj 431 10yr. Proj 890 ADP N/A Bye 18 Age 20.3 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.
Tier 3
15	Fernando Mendoza F Mendoza RK QB14	N/A	18	22.3	248	811	1,383	2,791	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.	12
5yr. Proj 1383 10yr. Proj 2791 ADP N/A Bye 18 Age 22.3 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.
16	Dante Moore D Moore RK QB16	N/A	18	20.6	241	801	1,366	2,814	Moore was a former five-star recruit who finally got his chance to start for Oregon this season. He only has one year of experience, but won't turn 21 until after the draft. Moore makes mental mistakes, but shows pinpoint accuracy for long stretches as well. Managing comebacks and throwing under pressure are a plus. He offers some scrambling ability too, giving Moore a high fantasy ceiling.	11
5yr. Proj 1366 10yr. Proj 2814 ADP N/A Bye 18 Age 20.6 DS Analysis Moore was a former five-star recruit who finally got his chance to start for Oregon this season. He only has one year of experience, but won't turn 21 until after the draft. Moore makes mental mistakes, but shows pinpoint accuracy for long stretches as well. Managing comebacks and throwing under pressure are a plus. He offers some scrambling ability too, giving Moore a high fantasy ceiling.
17	Nicholas Singleton N Singleton RK RB43	N/A	18	22	85	248	403	612	Singleton, a former five-star recruit, has been a disappointment over his four year career at Penn State. His final rushing stats this year was 123-549-13, mainly profiling as a red zone runner. Singleton should ace the Combine with 4.4 speed at 224 pounds, but he has never developed the vision or decision-making to be an NFL starter. High ceiling and low floor.	11
5yr. Proj 403 10yr. Proj 612 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 stats this year was 123-549-13, mainly profiling as a red zone runner. Singleton should ace the Combine with 4.4 speed at 224 pounds, but he has never developed the vision or decision-making to be an NFL starter. High ceiling and low floor.
18	Germie Bernard G Bernard RK WR79	N/A	18	22.1	86	257	434	836	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.	11
5yr. Proj 434 10yr. Proj 836 ADP N/A Bye 18 Age 22.1 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.
Tier 10
19	Ja'Kobi Lane J Lane RK WR92	N/A	18	21.4	78	235	394	799	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.	8
5yr. Proj 394 10yr. Proj 799 ADP N/A Bye 18 Age 21.4 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 11
20	Kaytron Allen K Allen RK RB57	N/A	18	0	78	209	336	582	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.	6
5yr. Proj 336 10yr. Proj 582 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.
21	Antonio Williams A Williams RK WR98	N/A	18	21.5	62	216	362	736	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.	5
5yr. Proj 362 10yr. Proj 736 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.
Tier 11
22	Josh Cameron J Cameron RK WR108	N/A	18	22.8	54	202	343	646	Cameron has had two straight years of 750+ receiving yards and 9+ TDs. The focal point of the Baylor offense, Cameron has good size and physicality down the field at 218 pounds. He's tough to bring down after the catch as well. Cameron is limited athletically, but he has been productive.	2
5yr. Proj 343 10yr. Proj 646 ADP N/A Bye 18 Age 22.8 DS Analysis Cameron has had two straight years of 750+ receiving yards and 9+ TDs. The focal point of the Baylor offense, Cameron has good size and physicality down the field at 218 pounds. He's tough to bring down after the catch as well. Cameron is limited athletically, but he has been productive.
23	Demond Claiborne D Claiborne RK RB72	N/A	18	22.3	64	179	288	517	Claiborne injured his ribs in the first game of the year that seemed to affect him throughout the season. He is a smaller runner with 4.3 speed who can break long runs. He has 21 rushing TDs over the last two years on a weak Wake Forest offense. Claiborne could certainly have a big play role on an NFL team, but is unlikely to become an NFL three-down back.	1
5yr. Proj 288 10yr. Proj 517 ADP N/A Bye 18 Age 22.3 DS Analysis Claiborne injured his ribs in the first game of the year that seemed to affect him throughout the season. He is a smaller runner with 4.3 speed who can break long runs. He has 21 rushing TDs over the last two years on a weak Wake Forest offense. Claiborne could certainly have a big play role on an NFL team, but is unlikely to become an NFL three-down back.
24	Eric Singleton Jr. E Singleton Jr. RK WR112	N/A	18	20.3	53	192	321	656	Singleton emerged as a deep threat at Georgia Tech, but he showed he can be reliable in the SEC at Auburn. He only went 58-534-3, but Singleton's elite speed allowed him to take the top off the defense often. He also ran the ball 14 times as an all around offensive threat. Singleton will likely be a Day 3 pick with athletic upside.	0
5yr. Proj 321 10yr. Proj 656 ADP N/A Bye 18 Age 20.3 DS Analysis Singleton emerged as a deep threat at Georgia Tech, but he showed he can be reliable in the SEC at Auburn. He only went 58-534-3, but Singleton's elite speed allowed him to take the top off the defense often. He also ran the ball 14 times as an all around offensive threat. Singleton will likely be a Day 3 pick with athletic upside.

25	Barion Brown B Brown RK WR117	N/A	18	22.1	46	185	315	614	Brown's best season was his freshman year at Kentucky in 2022. He only had one receiving TD this year for LSU, but his speed should make Brown an all around offensive weapon at the NFL level. That doesn't help him in fantasy, but he could be developed into something more.	-1
5yr. Proj 315 10yr. Proj 614 ADP N/A Bye 18 Age 22.1 DS Analysis Brown's best season was his freshman year at Kentucky in 2022. He only had one receiving TD this year for LSU, but his speed should make Brown an all around offensive weapon at the NFL level. That doesn't help him in fantasy, but he could be developed into something more.

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