2026 Dynasty Rookie Rankings

Updated on Wed, 1 Apr 2026

These Dynasty Rookie Rankings aren’t like any other you’ll find. Why? Because of how we build them.

The Draft Sharks staff doesn’t just slot the players in the order we think they belong. These rankings are built on actual, award-winning projections.

We combine those 2026 projections with two decades of NFL research – as well as a series of machine-learning models – to build out three-year, five-year, and 10-year projections for every player.

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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 RB3	2.04	18	20.8	219	596	992	1,856	Love has been a force, posting back-to-back 1,100-yard rushing seasons with 35 total rushing TDs. His contact balance and power rank among the best RB traits in recent draft classes, and his profile stacks up favorably with Ashton Jeanty’s. That’s especially impressive given Jadarian Price’s presence as another top back in this class. Love brings true three-down upside and will be just 21 years old as a rookie.	84
5yr. Proj 992 10yr. Proj 1856 ADP 2.04 Bye 18 Age 20.8 DS Analysis Love has been a force, posting back-to-back 1,100-yard rushing seasons with 35 total rushing TDs. His contact balance and power rank among the best RB traits in recent draft classes, and his profile stacks up favorably with Ashton Jeanty’s. That’s especially impressive given Jadarian Price’s presence as another top back in this class. Love brings true three-down upside and will be just 21 years old as a rookie.

Tier 2
2	Sonny Styles S Styles RK LB3	N/A	18	21.3	119	369	637	1,284		38
5yr. Proj 637 10yr. Proj 1284 ADP N/A Bye 18 Age 21.3 DS Analysis

Tier 6
3	Makai Lemon M Lemon RK WR16	5.01	18	21.8	136	409	693	1,352	Lemon may be the best contested catcher in the draft despite standing 5'11, 195 pounds. He was utilized in the slot and outside at USC on his way to winning the Biletnikoff Award in 2025. Lemon's ball tracking and explosiveness after the catch make him a dangerous weapon. They also signal an impactful PPR WR for fantasy, especially with expected Round 1 draft capital.	35
5yr. Proj 693 10yr. Proj 1352 ADP 5.01 Bye 18 Age 21.8 DS Analysis Lemon may be the best contested catcher in the draft despite standing 5'11, 195 pounds. He was utilized in the slot and outside at USC on his way to winning the Biletnikoff Award in 2025. Lemon's ball tracking and explosiveness after the catch make him a dangerous weapon. They also signal an impactful PPR WR for fantasy, especially with expected Round 1 draft capital.
4	Carnell Tate C Tate RK WR19	4.05	18	21.2	134	401	685	1,379	He took a backseat to Ohio State phenom Jeremiah Smith, but Tate flashed elite hand-eye coordination and hands last season. Tate knows how to beat the press and isn't afraid to make tough catches over the middle. His height and range make Tate a potential top-15 NFL Draft pick who can immediately make a fantasy impact.	34
5yr. Proj 685 10yr. Proj 1379 ADP 4.05 Bye 18 Age 21.2 DS Analysis He took a backseat to Ohio State phenom Jeremiah Smith, but Tate flashed elite hand-eye coordination and hands last season. Tate knows how to beat the press and isn't afraid to make tough catches over the middle. His height and range make Tate a potential top-15 NFL Draft pick who can immediately make a fantasy impact.
5	Jordyn Tyson J Tyson RK WR23	5.12	18	21.6	130	387	661	1,331	Tyson excelled at Arizona State in 2024, notching 74 catches for 1,101 yards and 10 TDs. He looked headed for another big year in 2025 after scoring 7 TDs in five games, but a hamstring injury ruined those plans. That setback adds to an extensive injury history that includes a torn ACL, PCL, and MCL in 2022, plus a broken collarbone in 2024. When healthy, Tyson shows good size, runs well enough to separate, and creates after the catch. That combination gives him top-20 potential in the NFL Draft.	31
5yr. Proj 661 10yr. Proj 1331 ADP 5.12 Bye 18 Age 21.6 DS Analysis Tyson excelled at Arizona State in 2024, notching 74 catches for 1,101 yards and 10 TDs. He looked headed for another big year in 2025 after scoring 7 TDs in five games, but a hamstring injury ruined those plans. That setback adds to an extensive injury history that includes a torn ACL, PCL, and MCL in 2022, plus a broken collarbone in 2024. When healthy, Tyson shows good size, runs well enough to separate, and creates after the catch. That combination gives him top-20 potential in the NFL Draft.

Tier 3
6	Kenyon Sadiq K Sadiq RK TE7	6.12	18	21	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 receiver.	25
5yr. Proj 538 10yr. Proj 1093 ADP 6.12 Bye 18 Age 21 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 receiver.
Tier 4
7	CJ Allen C Allen RK LB11	N/A	18	21.1	90	279	481	969		24
5yr. Proj 481 10yr. Proj 969 ADP N/A Bye 18 Age 21.1 DS Analysis

Tier 8
8	KC Concepcion K Concepcion RK WR34	7.05	18	21.5	112	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.	22
5yr. Proj 581 10yr. Proj 1150 ADP 7.05 Bye 18 Age 21.5 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.
9	Omar Cooper Jr. O Cooper Jr. RK WR36	7.08	18	22.3	86	353	591	1,153	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.	21
5yr. Proj 591 10yr. Proj 1153 ADP 7.08 Bye 18 Age 22.3 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 2
10	Dillon Thieneman D Thieneman RK DB3	N/A	18	21.6	101	284	465	888		21
5yr. Proj 465 10yr. Proj 888 ADP N/A Bye 18 Age 21.6 DS Analysis
11	Caleb Downs C Downs RK DB4	N/A	18	21.3	96	280	459	895		21
5yr. Proj 459 10yr. Proj 895 ADP N/A Bye 18 Age 21.3 DS Analysis
Tier 7
12	Jadarian Price J Price RK RB23	8.04	18	22.4	122	320	523	804	Price is a straightforward 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, too.	18
5yr. Proj 523 10yr. Proj 804 ADP 8.04 Bye 18 Age 22.4 DS Analysis Price is a straightforward 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, too.
13	Denzel Boston D Boston RK WR45	9.03	18	22.3	113	321	543	1,059	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.	18
5yr. Proj 543 10yr. Proj 1059 ADP 9.03 Bye 18 Age 22.3 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 4
14	Eli Stowers E Stowers RK TE15	10.11	18	22.9	69	243	415	771	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 last year and was a reliable option for QB Diego Pavia. Stowers has elite explosiveness and short-area quickness, and that was reflected in his excellent Combine performance. He should sneak into Day 2 and become an impact fantasy player with enough playing time.	14
5yr. Proj 415 10yr. Proj 771 ADP 10.11 Bye 18 Age 22.9 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 last year and was a reliable option for QB Diego Pavia. Stowers has elite explosiveness and short-area quickness, and that was reflected in his excellent Combine performance. He should sneak into Day 2 and become an impact fantasy player with enough playing time.
Tier 5
15	Arvell Reese A Reese RK LB20	N/A	18	20.6	75	221	376	784		14
5yr. Proj 376 10yr. Proj 784 ADP N/A Bye 18 Age 20.6 DS Analysis
Tier 9
16	Zachariah Branch Z Branch RK WR55	13.05	18	22	88	299	506	974	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 506 10yr. Proj 974 ADP 13.05 Bye 18 Age 22 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.
Tier 3
17	Fernando Mendoza F Mendoza RK QB15	3.08	18	22.5	250	838	1,411	2,828	Mendoza posted two straight 3,000-yard passing seasons at Cal and Indiana and is slated to join Vegas in the NFL Draft. He displays 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 Mendoza has the potential to be a top-10 fantasy QB.	12
5yr. Proj 1411 10yr. Proj 2828 ADP 3.08 Bye 18 Age 22.5 DS Analysis Mendoza posted two straight 3,000-yard passing seasons at Cal and Indiana and is slated to join Vegas in the NFL Draft. He displays 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 Mendoza has the potential to be a top-10 fantasy QB.
Tier 6
18	Anthony Hill Jr. A Hill Jr. RK LB24	N/A	18	21.1	70	216	372	750		12
5yr. Proj 372 10yr. Proj 750 ADP N/A Bye 18 Age 21.1 DS Analysis
19	David Bailey D Bailey RK LB26	N/A	18	22.6	92	216	363	690		12
5yr. Proj 363 10yr. Proj 690 ADP N/A Bye 18 Age 22.6 DS Analysis
20	Chris Bell C Bell RK WR60	15.05	18	22	92	290	491	944	Bell has been at Louisville his entire career and has shown 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 last 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.	12
5yr. Proj 491 10yr. Proj 944 ADP 15.05 Bye 18 Age 22 DS Analysis Bell has been at Louisville his entire career and has shown 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 last 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 8
21	Mike Washington Jr. M Washington Jr. RK RB31	10.12	18	22.7	92	278	442	784	Washington finally broke out in his final season after transferring from Buffalo to Arkansas. He is a big, between-the-tackles back who churns his legs to pick up extra yards on every run. He showcased good vision and cutback ability, but didn't display much big-play upside. There's a chance he gets into Round 3 of the NFL Draft.	11
5yr. Proj 442 10yr. Proj 784 ADP 10.12 Bye 18 Age 22.7 DS Analysis Washington finally broke out in his final season after transferring from Buffalo to Arkansas. He is a big, between-the-tackles back who churns his legs to pick up extra yards on every run. He showcased good vision and cutback ability, but didn't display much big-play upside. There's a chance he gets into Round 3 of the NFL Draft.
22	Chris Brazzell II C Brazzell II RK WR61	15.02	18	21.6	82	287	485	964	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 downfield. 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 a low floor.	11
5yr. Proj 485 10yr. Proj 964 ADP 15.02 Bye 18 Age 21.6 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 downfield. 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 a low floor.

Tier 10
23	Elijah Sarratt E Sarratt RK WR64	12.07	18	22.8	87	287	486	931	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.	11
5yr. Proj 486 10yr. Proj 931 ADP 12.07 Bye 18 Age 22.8 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.
24	Antonio Williams A Williams RK WR67	17.08	18	21.7	62	289	483	956	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. Round 2 draft capital is in play here.	10
5yr. Proj 483 10yr. Proj 956 ADP 17.08 Bye 18 Age 21.7 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. Round 2 draft capital is in play here.
25	Germie Bernard G Bernard RK WR68	18.05	18	22.3	78	284	475	926	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 fantasy WR3 in time.	10
5yr. Proj 475 10yr. Proj 926 ADP 18.05 Bye 18 Age 22.3 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 fantasy WR3 in time.

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