FantasyPros - 12 HIGH-UPSIDE Fantasy Football Draft Picks | Target These Sleepers or Avoid the Risk? (Ep. 2013)
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In this episode of Fantasy Pros, host Joey P. and guests Bob Harris and Scott Bogman dive into 12 high-upside fantasy football sleepers for the 2026 season, analyzing early draft trends and breakout potential. The discussion spans quarterbacks like Malik Willis and Tyler Shuck, running backs including Jadarian Price and Rico Dowdle, wide receivers such as Emeka Egbuka and Makai Lemon, and tight ends like Isaiah Likely and Ronda Gadsden. The panel weighs in on roster construction, injury risks, offensive system changes, and the balance between upside and consistency. Key themes include the value of rushing upside for quarterbacks, the importance of patience with rookie backs, and the strategic use of handcuffs and depth in tight end drafts. The hosts emphasize that early hype can be misleading, and success comes from identifying undervalued players with real path-to-production scenarios. The episode concludes with actionable takeaways: target high-upside players with strong rushing or receiving profiles in weak offenses, prioritize patience with rookies, use handcuffs strategically in high-leverage situations, and balance high-ceiling sleepers with reliable floor players—especially at tight end. The tone is optimistic and encouraging, with a focus on preparation, data-driven decisions, and leveraging tools like the Dynasty Simulator. The hosts express confidence in their analysis and excitement for the upcoming season, urging listeners to stay ahead of the curve.
Target quarterbacks with rushing upside (like Malik Willis) for low-end QB1 potential even in weak offenses.
Be patient with rookie running backs like Jadarian Price; expect a slow start but high ceiling if injuries persist.
Use handcuffs in backfields with high uncertainty (e.g., Seattle) to hedge against injury or slow ramp-up.
Prioritize wide receivers with elite deep-threat potential and touchdown upside (e.g., Makai Lemon) in high-leverage situations.
Balance high-upside tight ends (e.g., Ronda Gadsden) with steady, high-floor options (e.g., Travis Kelce) in your roster.
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Quarterback Sleepers: Malik Willis & Tyler Shuck
“I think he's a more well-rounded receiver than he's been given credit for. He's not a one for the phone. He's not just a deep threat. He can do more but also can be a deep threat.”
Running Back Breakouts: Jadarian Price & Rico Dowdle
“I think he gets the lion's share and I think it happens rather early. I don't think that they can afford to sit and wait and give the ball to Helani for a couple games and all of that.”
Wide Receiver Value: Emeka Egbuka & Alec Pierce
“If you're getting him in the fourth round, if I'm drafting here or running back and he's my third wide receiver, oh, I'd feel very good about that.”
Tight End Strategy: Isaiah Likely & Ronda Gadsden
“I think Gadsden is a great investment, as Bob mentioned, in that group of guys that aren't at the tippy top. Great stuff, gentlemen.”
“I think he gets the lion's share and I think it happens rather early. I don't think that they can afford to sit and wait and give the ball to Helani for a couple games and all of that.”
“If you're getting him in the fourth round, if I'm drafting here or running back and he's my third wide receiver, oh, I'd feel very good about that.”
“I think he's a more well-rounded receiver than he's been given credit for. He's not a one for the phone. He's not just a deep threat. He can do more but also can be a deep threat.”
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Bob Harris
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Scott Bogman
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Joey P.
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Jadarian Price
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Fantasy Pros
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Malik Willis
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Tyler Shuck
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Ronda Gadsden
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Alec Pierce
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Emeka Egbuka
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