Yahoo has entered the college fantasy arena with a dedicated platform for the 2026 season, promising fans a deeper way to engage with the upcoming slate of games. The launch comes as fantasy sports continue to expand into new collegiate territories, and the company is positioning its offering as a one‑stop destination for enthusiasts who want to draft, trade and compete across a wide range of college football markets.
Key Players to Watch
Among the early storylines, Virginia Tech’s redshirt freshman running back Jeffrey Overton Jr. is generating buzz after a promising spring that saw him rack up 146 rushing yards and a touchdown in limited action last year. A Gatorade Player of the Year in Virginia and a two‑time state champion at Hayfield Secondary School, Overton brings a career total of over 8,100 rushing yards and 36 senior touchdowns, now listed at 205 pounds for added durability.
Another Hokies back, Marcellous Hawkins, posted 749 yards in the previous campaign but managed just one score; coaches are eyeing him for more goal‑line work that could boost his touchdown tally. The prospect of increased short‑yardage opportunities adds intrigue to his profile heading into the 2026 season.
At the receiving end, former five‑star recruit Luke Reynolds is being touted as a potential breakout tight end; his size, athleticism and the offense’s tight‑end‑centric scheme suggest he could rival the best statistical seasons in school history. The spring game alone logged 205 receiving yards from the tight end group, underscoring the optimism surrounding Reynolds.