7 Potential League Winners (2026 Fantasy Football) - FantasyPros

What the report says

FantasyPros published an early 2026 fantasy football draft column identifying players the site’s writer, Ellis Bryn Johnson, views as potential “league winners” because of expected role growth, rebound potential and favorable matchups during the fantasy playoff weeks. The article frames the picks as speculative July draft advice, noting that defensive strength can change year to year but arguing that projected weaker matchups still matter for December roster planning.

The first featured player is Jacksonville Jaguars running back Bhayshul Tuten. FantasyPros argues his opportunity could grow in a Liam Coen-led offense with an unsettled backfield, especially with Chris Rodriguez mentioned as dealing with a foot issue. The column compares Tuten’s possible path to Chase Brown’s rise in Cincinnati and highlights late-season games against Dallas and Washington as appealing for running back production.

The article also groups New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo and quarterback Jaxson Dart as fantasy options tied to a potentially strong rushing attack, while noting uncertainty around the team. FantasyPros points to their prior touchdown production, Skattebo’s apparent recovery from a dislocated ankle, and matchups from Weeks 15-17 against Cleveland, Detroit and Dallas as reasons for optimism.

Cincinnati’s Joe Burrow, Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins are presented as high-end fantasy pieces with a strong closing schedule from Week 13 through Week 17. FantasyPros also names Baltimore quarterback Lamar Jackson as a bounce-back candidate after an injury-affected season, citing his history of elite fantasy finishes when healthy and late matchups against Cleveland and Cincinnati. The piece is analysis and draft advice, not a report of roster moves or confirmed fantasy outcomes.