As the 2026 NFL season looms, dynasty fantasy football enthusiasts are already dissecting the relative merits of each projected starter, using a blend of past performance, contract security and positional outlook to gauge expected value.
Kyren Williams: Consistency vs. Valuation
Kyren Williams of the Los Angeles Rams stands out as a textbook example of reliability. Over the last three campaigns he has finished as RB7, RB7 and RB9 in PPR formats, yet the market currently lists him as RB15, a figure that many analysts deem out of step with his on‑field output.
Williams is under a three‑year, $33 million contract that runs through the 2028 season, a deal that should, in theory, cement his long‑term value, but the current RB15 ranking suggests a disconnect between contract security and market perception.
Josh Jacobs: Production Meets Questionable Outlook
Josh Jacobs of the Green Bay Packers has racked up more than 2,200 rushing yards and 30 total touchdowns in his first two seasons, yet fantasy analysts have placed him as a low‑end RB2 with limited upside, reflecting concerns about durability and usage.
Broncos Backfield Logjam
In Denver, RJ Harvey’s rookie showing of 12 touchdowns is tempered by an inefficient rushing profile, and he now shares the backfield with J.K. Dobbins and Jonah Coleman. The competition for carries creates a murky landscape for any dynasty investment in Harvey.
Quarterback Contention in Atlanta
Michael Penix is locked in a battle with Tua Tagovailoa for the Falcons’ starting role. Tagovailoa’s 2023 campaign was his best yet, throwing for 4,624 yards and 29 scores while finishing as QB9, but the competition remains unresolved.
Given the uncertainty surrounding Penix’s role and the perceived undervaluation of Williams and Jacobs, many dynasty owners are exercising caution, opting to wait for clearer signals before committing draft capital.