4 Fantasy football questions to ponder as we approach the 2026 NFL Draft

No matter what your views are about this year’s incoming rookie class, the 2026 NFL Draft will be one of the more entertaining drafts we’ve ever witnessed due to the absolute unpredictability that will occur after the first overall pick. Indiana QB Fernando Mendoza is expected to be the top selection by the Raiders, but there is very little consensus about how things will go beyond that. The likelihood that we see several trades in Round 1 is extremely high, with teams valuing prospects very differently and five clubs holding multiple first-rounders.

So, before Roger Goodell gets to the podium in a few weeks, let’s look at some of the most interesting fantasy football questions you should be considering as draft season heats up. How many WRs will be drafted in Round 1? While this draft might not be as robust as some recent classes, the 2026 crop of receivers is filled with talented prospects, including six wideouts deserving of Round 1 draft capital.

Makai Lemon, Carnell Tate, Jordyn Tyson, KC Concepcion, Omar Cooper Jr. and Denzel Boston will all likely hear their names called in the opening round, especially with so many teams in the market for help at the position. The Titans (fourth), Browns (sixth), Dolphins (11th and 30th) and Patriots (31st) are all in need of a No.

1 receiver. The Saints (eighth) and Chiefs (ninth and 29th) are in the perfect spot to scoop up Lemon or Tate in the top 10. The Ravens (14th) could be in the Round 1 WR mix now that they have their first-round pick back after the Maxx Crosby trade fell through.