Analyst Issues 20 Fantasy Predictions for 2026, Backing Gibbs and Jackson While Fading Skattebo
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Updated · The New York Times · Sep 2
Analyst Issues 20 Fantasy Predictions for 2026, Backing Gibbs and Jackson While Fading Skattebo
3 articles · Updated · The New York Times · Sep 2
Summary
20 predictions for the 2026 fantasy season spotlight Jahmyr Gibbs for a top-10 all-time PPR campaign, Lamar Jackson as QB1 and Colston Loveland as TE1.
The bullish calls lean on role and usage trends: Gibbs has led running backs in fantasy points over the past two seasons, Jackson shifts into Declan Doyle’s new system, and Loveland closed his rookie year averaging 12 targets over his final four games.
Several value picks are framed against current draft cost, including Nico Collins as a top-three WR from a WR9 ADP, Brock Purdy as a top-five QB from QB13, and Kyler Murray as a top-10 QB from QB17.
The clearest fade is Cam Skattebo, whom the analyst labels a bust at ADP 42 because of major ankle surgery, a new coaching staff and plans for Najee Harris to be a significant contributor.
The list reflects a broader strategy of targeting discounted players with expanded opportunity while betting against pricey options facing injury, role or scheme risk.