Rising ADP: Who’s Moving Up?
The 2026 fantasy football draft is already feeling the ripple of early‑round movement, as analysts track how Average Draft Position rankings are shifting ahead of the season.
George Pickens, the Steelers receiver, has vaulted to an ADP of No. 21, a dramatic rise from his No. 50 slot a year ago, putting him in the same statistical conversation as CeeDee Lamb despite a smaller target share.
Chris Olave’s climb to No. 26 reflects a resurgence that began when Tyler Shough took over at quarterback, sparking a noticeable uptick in his production.
Zay Flowers continues to impress with elite efficiency, having posted over 10 yards per target last season, which has helped lift his ADP to No. 29 from No. 59.
Tetairoa McMillan, however, is sliding to No. 34 as concerns about Bryce Young’s development cast a shadow over his projected impact.
Kenneth Walker’s ADP has jumped to No. 17, up from No. 41, highlighting his game‑breaking talent even though his success rate remains modest.
DeVonta Smith’s ADP now sits at No. 28, but his target share diminishes in the red‑zone, suggesting a role that may be more situational than previously thought.
Breece Hall is projected to benefit from the Jets’ upward trajectory, with his ADP climbing to No. 36 as the team looks to improve its overall performance.
These shifts illustrate how quickly a player’s outlook can change when performance metrics and team contexts align, setting the stage for a potentially unpredictable draft board.