The 2026 rookie class is shaping up to be one of the most balanced rookie groups we’ve seen in recent memory. With no generational quarterback at the top, early-round values depend heavily on league format and team need. This 2026 Superflex Rookie Mock Draft features three full rounds from our Dynasty Nerds staff, combining film, production trends, and draft-eligible projections for the upcoming 2026 NFL Draft.
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Round 1 | 2026 Superflex Rookie Mock Draft (Picks 1.01–1.12)
| Pick | Player | Position | School |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.01 | Jeremiyah Love | RB | Notre Dame |
| 1.02 | Jordyn Tyson | WR | Arizona State |
| 1.03 | Dante Moore | QB | Oregon |
| 1.04 | Fernando Mendoza | QB | Indiana |
| 1.05 | Garrett Nussmeier | QB | LSU |
| 1.06 | LaNorris Sellers | QB | South Carolina |
| 1.07 | Justice Haynes | RB | Michigan |
| 1.08 | Carnell Tate | WR | Ohio State |
| 1.09 | Jonah Coleman | RB | Washington |
| 1.10 | Makai Lemon | WR | USC |
| 1.11 | Antonio Williams | WR | Clemson |
| 1.12 | Denzel Boston | WR | Washington |
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Pick 1.01 | Jeremiyah Love | RB | Notre Dame
Height/Weight: 6’0” | 214 lbs
Author: Doc Mitchell @ReflipeWThenuz
This one felt a little bit weird for me. I usually live by the mantra to go QB, QB, and QB in the Superflex format. However, Jeremiyah Love is a player who makes me think twice about it. He is a do-it-all RB. The kind of player that can win you a weekly matchup with his dual-threat skill set. Just look at the clip below. The one-handed catch out of the backfield is filthy. He also has the speed and physical traits to press the hole, put his foot in the ground, and get upfield, giving maximum yardage to his team and dynasty managers alike.
The 2025 season started off slow for Jeremiyah Love and the Notre Dame squad as a whole. He has managed to get things going the further the year has gone by. I have seen more than enough out of this prospect to know that he will challenge for Day 1 draft capital. He will almost assuredly be the first RB taken in the Draft and if he lands in a spot like Chicago, the sky will be the limit. Give me that type of upside all day, every day.
Pick 1.02 | Jordyn Tyson | WR | Arizona State
Height/Weight: 6’2” | 200 lbs
Author: Bobby Bishop @_bobbybishop
Jordyn Tyson was in the midst of a dominant redshirt sophomore season when a collarbone injury ended his campaign early. At that point, he had already gone over 1,000 yards receiving. Tyson has come back even better as a redshirt junior. He has over 500 receiving yards and 8 total touchdowns through 6 games. He has spent less time in the slot (42.6% down to 26.8%) and has showcased the versatility to win in both spots.
In the second clip above, you can see Tyson’s nuance as a route runner. He crosses up his defender before cutting hard to the left, creating 8 or so yards of separation. Tyson is a polished receiver. He is extremely reliable with only 1 drop on the season. Tyson reminds me of Cooper Kupp, as they are both intelligent, well-rounded receivers. Tyson is going to be a consistent weapon for whichever quarterback he ends up with at the next level.
Pick 1.03 | Dante Moore | QB | Oregon
Height/Weight: 6’3” | 206 lbs
Author: Keith Ensminger @TheSmingDynasty
With respect to my fellow Nerd colleagues’ choices and analysis, I don’t think there are any position players talented enough in this draft to warrant taking over the top quarterbacks. For a time, Garrett Nussmeier and LaNorris Sellers were my top prospects in 2026 Superflex rookie drafts. However, Dante Moore impressed me by looking unflappable in Oregon’s impressive victory against Penn State in hostile White Out conditions. He is rapidly becoming one of the more compelling prospects in this draft class, completing 72% of his passes while throwing 15 touchdowns and just 3 interceptions. His performance in a resounding 41–7 thrashing of Oregon State (305 yards, 4 TDs) was a statement game.
Moore has good accuracy, timing, and touch. As you can see in the video clip, Moore is accurate on back-shoulder throws, a staple in modern NFL offenses. While questions remain around his deep-ball consistency and poise under pressure up the middle, such as in a recent loss to Indiana, we’re talking about a 21-year-old, highly recruited, five-star prospect who will end the season with nearly 30 college games played in his career. With his size, arm talent, and that amount of experience, the NFL will love his profile.
In Superflex dynasty leagues, Dante Moore’s upside is high. He already has the telltale efficiency and low turnover floor that you’d want from a long-term QB investment. If he and Oregon continue on this trajectory, he’ll be playing deep into the College Football Playoffs. With the eyes of the football world on those games, should Moore succeed, expect him to be the first quarterback taken in the 2026 NFL Draft. The buzz has already started. ESPN’s Mel Kiper, Jr. recently released his 2026 NFL Big Board, and Dante Moore landed in the top spot.
Pick 1.04 | Fernando Mendoza | QB | Indiana
Height/Weight: 6’5” | 225 lbs
Author: Mike Johrendt @MJohrendt23
Arm talent won’t be a concern for Fernando Mendoza at the next level, as his tape easily shows his ability to hit throws to both hashes. From hitting Cover-2 hole shots to corner routes in the end zone, Mendoza has what NFL teams are looking for in top quarterback prospects.
Mendoza has been flying up draft boards on the heels of Indiana’s success this season, and he looks to be the real deal. Without a locked-in QB1 in the 2026 class, Mendoza is a real threat to be the top signal caller selected next April. While he could stand to work a bit on route progression and not staring down his top target, that is an element of his game that he can easily work through.
Pick 1.05 | Garrett Nussmeier | QB | LSU
Height/Weight: 6’1” | 205 lbs
Author: Doc Mitchell @ReflipeWThenuz
Garrett Nussmeier is your typical dropback QB. He combines excellent vision with above average anticipation. Just watch how he fits the ball in-between 4 defenders against Clemson. While he is never going to be confused with Michael Vick, he does provide some functional mobility. In particular, his ability to manipulate the pocket with mobility. Note below how he is able to escape to the right, extending the play—buying time for his WR to get open.
Nussmeier still has a chance at being the first QB taken off the board in the upcoming NFL draft. At this point there is little certainty in how the QB class will be evaluated. There is no one single standout prospect that is currently seperating himself from the pack. Nussmeier checks all the classic Bill Parcels boxes. Look for the LSU Tiger QB to steadily climb the draft boards as the season approaches and NFL clubs look for safe, high upside, prospects.
Pick 1.06 | LaNorris Sellers | QB | South Carolina
Height/Weight: 6’3” | 240 lbs
Author: Bobby Bishop @_bobbybishop
LaNorris Sellers is one of the most divisive players to scout in the 2026 class. He’s had a tough season so far. South Carolina has dealt with offensive line injuries, and they even fired their offensive line coach. Sellers has been fighting for his life most of the season, without time to view and access the field. That said, he has still flashed traits and upside that would make him a dominant fantasy asset in SF leagues.
Through these passing highlights, you can see Sellers’ beautiful, quick release. He is so much more than just a runner. When he lets it fly, he flashes arm strength and accuracy; however, Sellers lacks anticipation as a passer. It seems he has to see a player get open instead of anticipating and trusting that they will get open and throwing it to the window. Sellers isn’t getting rid of the ball quick enough. He’s incredible at breaking out of sacks, but he has gotten sacked 17 times on 22.7% of pressures. Simply put, LaNorris Sellers has been under duress too often to fully evaluate his talent. He is just scratching the surface of his potential as a quarterback.
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Pick 1.07 | Justice Haynes | RB | Michigan
Height/Weight: 5’11” | 210 lbs
Author: Keith Ensminger @TheSmingDynasty
Another highly recruited prospect, Justice Haynes was never given the lead role in two years at Alabama, showing only flashes of big-play ability. Big things were expected. Remember, this is a player that legendary former Alabama head coach Nick Saban raved about after scoring 3 touchdowns as a freshman in the Crimson Tide’s 2023 spring game. To land a bigger role, Haynes came to Michigan this year via the transfer portal and has immediately made waves in Ann Arbor. Through his first 5 games with the Wolverines, he’s carried the ball 95 times for 705 yards to the tune of 7.4 yards per carry. He’s added 8 rushing touchdowns and shown at least some utility as a pass-catcher.
Haynes’s footwork and burst are on full display in this clip. Haynes offers an intriguing upside that many position players in this rookie class don’t, especially in the ranks of the available running backs. What might hold him back is that he’s not yet shown that he can be a three-down back. His pass-catching profile is modest so far. However, with dominant rushing efficiency and volume, he can carry value purely on ground production. Haynes’s explosiveness, efficiency, and touchdown scoring upside make him a high-upside pick.
Pick 1.08 | Carnell Tate | WR | Ohio State
Height/Weight: 6’3” | 195 lbs
Author: Mike Johrendt @MJohrendt23
There’s a patience in route running that shows up everywhere in Carnell Tate’s college tape, as he is looking to become yet another Ohio State receiver to make an impression in the NFL. We don’t often see a collegiate wideout calmly work through the stem of his route as he looks to separate from his defender, but Tate does that part extremely well, pacing his route and setting his defender up on the opposite side of where he wants to go.
While Jeremiah Smith earns the headlines from the Buckeyes WR room, it is Tate who has a legitimate chance at being one of the first receivers off the board next year. I see Tate as the most pro-ready receiver in the 2026 rookie class and think he will hit the ground running for whichever team gets to draft him.
Pick 1.09 | Jonah Coleman | RB | Washington
Height/Weight: 5’9” | 228 lbs
Author: Doc Mitchell @ReflipeWThenuz
Jonah Coleman is a fun prospect to scout. He is a bowling ball of a RB. His shorter 5’9” stature and thick frame at 228 lbs gives him some definite edges over defenders. Notice in the clip below how he is able to maintain his balance even when bulldozing defenders. You can also see that Coleman is a competent pass catcher. This well rounded skill set in a stout, shorter frame reminds me so much of Mark Ingram. I believe that he could offer a similar type of upside to NFL clubs.
The 2025 season is the 3rd consecutive year that he has caught at least 20 passes. In fact, he is on pace to shatter his career best numbers across the board. Through only 5 games he has over 500 rushing yards at a robust 5.5 ypc, he has 11 TDs to go along with 20 grabs for 243 yards and another score. He will be a name to watch in the Doak Walker conversation as the season progresses. I believe he will be one of the top RBs in the upcoming draft class.
Pick 1.10 | Makai Lemon | WR | USC
Height/Weight: 5’11” | 195 lbs
Author: Bobby Bishop @_bobbybishop
Makai Lemon has risen into the top tier of the 2026 receiver class. Lemon started off the season as my WR4 and my 20th overall draft prospect in my preseason big board, but he has proven that he is more than just an elite slot receiver. He is averaging over 100 yards and a touchdown this season. Lemon is still primarily a slot receiver, but his snaps in the slot have decreased (85.1% to 66.3%). Like many of the great receivers in the NFL, he will have the versatility to move to different alignments.
The second clip on that tape ^^ highlights Lemon’s skillset. He uses nuance to separate from the defense. The moment he secures the football, Lemon becomes a runner. He forces two missed tackles with a spin move followed by a side step, and then it’s off to the races. His combination of route running and run after the catch already have me sold, but Lemon’s body control is an underrated trait of his. In his contested-catch opportunities, Lemon has come down with 4 catches, maximizing his size and outmaneuvering the defender for the football. I had Lemon as a Top-10 pick in my 2026 NFL Mock Draft 1.0.
Pick 1.11 | Antonio Williams | WR | Clemson
Height/Weight: 5’11” | 190 lbs
Author: Keith Ensminger @TheSmingDynasty
Antonio Williams has been one of Clemson’s most consistent and dependable targets. After finishing 2024 with 75 receptions, 904 yards, and 11 touchdowns, Williams began this season with high expectations but unfortunately missed a few games due to injury. He recently returned to the field healthy and made his presence known with a dominating performance against Boston College.
Williams’ game translates well to the modern NFL. As you can see on the film, he operates in space well, shows good route nuance, and often converts underneath. He might lack explosive upside, but he offers steadiness and floor. His path to fantasy success likely lies via consistent targets (think early career Jarvis Landry). In the context of this class, like my feelings on many of these receivers, I would still rather have any quarterback drafted in the first round, followed by the top running backs first. I like Williams, but we also have to consider where he and the others fall in the pecking order of the other receivers in the NFL. I don’t see WR1-upside, but I think Williams can be a nice, steady WR2.
Pick 1.12 | Denzel Boston | WR | Washington
Height/Weight: 6’4” | 209 lbs
Author: Mike Johrendt @MJohrendt23
Denzel Boston has a nose for the end zone, as he has six touchdowns this year, including two games of two touchdowns each. Boston is as smooth as they come, and how he is used in the Washington offense really plays to his strengths. Trustworthy hands jump out the most on Boston’s tape, as he has yet to drop a pass this season.
It’s possible that Boston will get lost a bit in the deep WR class next year, but that isn’t a reflection of his overall talent. Boston is a patient route runner (like Tate) who sets himself up to win every route, giving his QB a favorable target window by winning inside position (on in-breaking routes) or leaving his outside shoulder open on longer routes. There is a lot to like about Denzel Boston’s Draft profile.
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Round 2 | 2026 Superflex Rookie Mock Draft (Picks 2.01–2.12)
| Pick | Player | Position | School |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.01 | Eli Stowers | TE | Vanderbilt |
| 2.02 | Kenyon Sadiq | TE | Oregon |
| 2.03 | Ty Simpson | QB | Alabama |
| 2.04 | Chris Brazzell II | WR | Tennessee |
| 2.05 | Kaytron Allen | RB | Penn State |
| 2.06 | John Mateer | QB | Oklahoma |
| 2.07 | Carson Beck | QB | Georgia |
| 2.08 | Nicholas Singleton | RB | Penn State |
| 2.09 | Cade Klubnik | QB | Clemson |
| 2.10 | Chris Bell | WR | Louisville |
| 2.11 | Mark Fletcher | RB | Miami |
| 2.12 | Elijah Sarrat | WR | Indiana |
Pick 2.01 | Eli Stowers | TE | Vanderbilt
Height/Weight: 6’4” | 235 lbs
Author: Doc Mitchell @ReflipeWThenuz
Oftentimes analysts will find a player they believe in more than the consensus among the rest of the community. Eli Stowers is that player for me. I personally believe that Stowers is the top TE in the entire class. This dynamic pass catcher is a former Texas A&M QB recruit. He spent some time with the Aggies before transferring to New Mexico State and eventually finding his was to the SEC at Vanderbilt. At Vandy he has blossomed into a dynamic weapon.
Last year in his first full season as an SEC tight end, Stowers managed to garner 1st-Team All-SEC honors. He functioned as the top pass catchers in the Vanderbilt offense. His game against Alabama in 2024 put him on the map. I encourage you to go and check out film on that game. Stowers is operating as the top pass catcher for the Commodores again in 2025. In fact, he leads the team in virtually every receiving category. As a former QB, he displays excellent instincts and the ability to find the soft spot in zone coverages. Keep an eye on this Stowers as I believe he will be at worst a Day 2 pick with the ability to provide some real fantasy value.
Pick 2.02 | Kenyon Sadiq | TE | Oregon
Height/Weight: 6’3” | 245 lbs
Author: Bobby Bishop @_bobbybishop
Kenyon Sadiq is the current consensus TE1 in the 2026 NFL Draft. This ranking is driven by traits because the production hasn’t reached ideal levels. Last season, he had 24 catches for 308 yards and 2 touchdowns. This year, Sadiq has gotten close to matching those numbers through 6 games (17 catches, 225 yards, 3 TDs). Ideally, he closes the season well, but the stats don’t matter nearly as much as the traits.
Sadiq is on the shorter side for a tight end, but he moves extremely well. His burst is off the charts for a tight end. He’s averaging 7.6 yards after the catch per reception. This high number isn’t because of any level of elusiveness; it’s due to his straight line speed. He has the athleticism to hurdle over defenders as well. Oregon would do well to design more plays for him and get him in space because Kenyon Sadiq is a mismatch for anyone.
Pick 2.03 | Ty Simpson | QB | Alabama
Height/Weight: 6’2” | 208 lbs
Author: Keith Ensminger @TheSmingDynasty
It is so difficult to determine where the quarterbacks in this class should be drafted, because so many of the data points are unknown to us. In recent memory, Malik Willis was considered a top rookie pick until he fell to the end of the third round of the NFL Draft. I preface my selection of Ty Simpson with this with the understanding that if he is drafted in the first round, he’s going to go earlier than this in Superflex rookie drafts. However, if he falls out of the first round, he will be taken much later.
Simpson’s stock has been rising amongst NFL Draft pundits after showing promise in his new role as Alabama’s starter. While his prior seasons offered limited volume, he has shown growth this season with a strong completion rate above 70% and an outstanding 16 to 1 touchdown to interception ratio. Simpson has clearly made strides in consistency and decision-making. In terms of this class, Simpson is a high-upside pick who has a bit of Jaxson Dart’s improvisational skill in his game. He lacks the track record of someone like Dante Moore, but if he continues to improve, he could present dynasty managers with a strong QB2/3 value and possible breakout potential.
Pick 2.04 | Chris Brazzell II | WR | Tennessee
Height/Weight: 6’5” | 200 lbs
Author: Mike Johrendt @MJohrendt23
Big-play Chris Brazzell II has put a ton of good traits on his game film already this season, as he has consistently shown up in big moments in SEC play. As the vertical threat in the Tennessee Volunteers offense, Brazzell is a very good blend of athleticism, height, and speed, a perfect combination that helps boost his draft stock.
Brazzell could come across as being a Rashid Shaheed-type of wideout simply because of his penchant for hauling in deep balls, but he is far more than that. Strong hands, crisp route running, and consistent ball tracking all back up Brazzell’s case to be a value at WR in your 2026 rookie drafts.
Pick 2.05 | Kaytron Allen | RB | Penn State
Height/Weight: 5’11” | 217 lbs
Author: Doc Mitchell @ReflipeWThenuz
The 2025 College Football season has spiraled out of control for the Penn State Nittany Lions. One player who has not been a part of the struggles is their talented RB Kaytron Allen. Coming from the famous IMG Academy in Florida, Kaytron Allen has put up excellent numbers in Happy Valley despite the presence of his more highly touted running mate Nicholas Singleton. IN fact, Allen has actually out rushed Singleton during their times together. Kaytron brings a punishing style to the dance. Just look at the physical play against Boise State last year in the College Football playoffs below.
Despite the struggles of his teammates as a whole, Kaytron Allen is actually averaging a career best 6.7 ypc in 2025. While not a prolific pass catchers he is on pace to once again haul in double digit passes in 2025. It is hard to not like a guy who runs with the level of physicality that Allen brings to the table. When I watch him play I am reminded of former Chicago Bears RB Jordan Howard. I believe that given the right landing spot, Allen could also put up multiple 1,000 yard rushing seasons at the next level. Don’t overlook this talented RB.
Pick 2.06 | John Mateer | QB | Oklahoma
Height/Weight: 6’1” | 224 lbs
Author: Bobby Bishop @_bobbybishop
John Mateer still has first round potential. After learning from Cam Ward, John Mateer impressed in his first season as the starter for Washington State. He transferred to Oklahoma where his electric start to the season vaulted him into the Heisman conversation. Unfortunately, Mateer suffered a thumb injury that required surgery. He rushed back from that way too quickly—perhaps excited to take part in the Red River Rivalry. Unsurprisingly, this was his worst game of the season. He has plenty of season remaining to right the ship.
Mateer is the definition of a gunslinger. Even if you disregard the Texas game, he still threw an interception in 3 of his 4 games so far this season. Mateer certainly trusts his receivers and has no pause releasing the trigger on the football. Mateer’s rushing ability has surprised and impressed me this season. When Oklahoma gets in the red zone, they call his number frequently, leading to 5 rushing touchdowns so far this season. Most likely, Mateer will head back to college for his final year, but a strong rest of the season could still land him as a first rounder in 2026.
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Pick 2.07 | Carson Beck | QB | Georgia
Height/Weight: 6’4” | 220 lbs
Author: Keith Ensminger @TheSmingDynasty
We are just one season removed from a college quarterback with years of experience under his belt transferring to Miami, succeeding, and becoming the first overall pick in the NFL Draft. If Cam Ward can do it, why has everyone written off Carson Beck? Just 18 months ago, Beck was considered a can’t-miss first round pick in the NFL Draft by experts from ESPN to PFF to many in the dynasty community.
Beck is playing some of his best football this season for the undefeated Hurricanes. WIth an opening win over Notre Dame where Beck completed 20 of his 30 passes for 205 yards and 2 touchdowns, he has gone on to complete over 73% of his passes for 1213 yards, 11 touchdowns, and only 3 interceptions thus far in five games. Beck brings experience, poise under pressure, and the benefit of a pro-style frame and pedigree. From a dynasty and superflex lens, Beck is a conservative but solid pick. If Miami continues their march toward the College Football Playoffs with Beck at the helm, expect his draft stock to rise back into first round consideration. For now, he’s going too under-the-radar for my liking. As with Ty Simpson earlier, I’ll take all of these potential first-round quarterbacks before any of the remaining mid-tier talent at other positions.
Pick 2.08 | Nicholas Singleton | RB | Penn State
Height/Weight: 6’0” | 224 lbs
Author: Mike Johrendt @MJohrendt23
The outlook for the 2026 rookie class has really flipped on its head, as a class that was once seen as RB-heavy is now very WR-heavy. A big reason why this class has done a 180-flip has to do with Nicholas Singleton’s massive step back in the Penn State offense. Not even listed as the top RB from Penn State in this mock draft, Singleton still has a lot of transferable traits that would work well in the NFL, but he needs to put them all together to regain some of his preseason hype.
Singleton is a physical back who loves to lower his head and initiate contact with defenders, having racked up two 1,000-yard rushing seasons so far. With his current season not looking like it will hit that mark, it’s safe to say that firing James Franklin and the down season the Nittany Lions have produced has knocked players like Singleton down a few pegs.
Pick 2.09 | Cade Klubnik | QB | Clemson
Height/Weight: 6’2” | 210 lbs
Author: Doc Mitchell @ReflipeWThenuz
Cade Klubnik has not quite lived up to his lofty prospect profile during his time at Clemson. He has nonetheless flashed the type of ability that give rise to comparisons with guys like Bo Nix, Ryan Tannehill, and other mobile signal callers of the past. Just watch the last play on the clip below. He is able to employ the read-option to perfection drawing in the defensive end before pulling the ball away from the RB and darting upfield himself. He has the ability to make defenders pay with his legs.
In a class with no one defined signal caller at the top of the list, all that Klubnik needs to do is impress one coach or GM. He brings the total package from a physical standpoint. With good size, and above average arm, and a long history of playing high end college football, Klubnik could easily be in consideration for a 1st round draft pick. We will really need the NFL draft to help us sort out this QB class. Until that happens, do yourself a favor and scout these players on your own.
Pick 2.10 | Chris Bell | WR | Louisville
Height/Weight: 6’2” | 220 lbs
Author: Bobby Bishop @_bobbybishop
Chris Bell has the best combination of size and speed of any wide receiver in college football. After a 737 yard, 4 touchdown season, he has gotten off to a hot start in 2025. Through 5 games, Bell has 35 receptions for 502 yards and four touchdowns. When I first heard about Bell, I’ll admit that I was afraid. I have been burned by this archetype of receiver before—namely Treylon Burks. Bell is not that guy. Yes, Bell is built like a linebacker, but he has some wiggle in his route running. He creates separation and has improved throughout his college career at the catch point. Bell only has two drops this season out of 50 targets.
Bell has showcased on Louisville that he can be relied on as a number 1 option in a passing game. In my 2026 NFL Mock Draft 1.0, I predicted him to be an early 2nd round pick by the Atlanta Falcons. He would thrive in a situation like that one, where the attention on Drake London would allow Bell to draw 1-on-1 matchups on the opposite side. Bell is a player that I am excited to target in the 2nd round of rookie drafts.
Pick 2.11 | Mark Fletcher | RB | Miami
Height/Weight: 6’2” | 225 lbs
Author: Keith Ensminger @TheSmingDynasty
After a strong career at one of the top high school football programs in South Florida, Mark Fletcher took his talents down the beach to Miami. After flashing as a true sophomore with red-zone power and downhill finishing ability, he’s now the lead back for the highly-ranked Hurricanes. At 6’2’’, 225 lbs, he has the size to punish defenders but also shows patience behind the line. Fletcher will never be mistaken for a burner, but he has shown enough long-speed to rip off chunk gains.
If he declares, I see Fletcher as a late Day 2 selection in the 2026 NFL Draft. If you’re looking for a ceiling player comparison, I see a lot of early-career James Conner in Fletcher’s game. He’s a back who will live off touchdowns and volume to crack RB2 territory. Still, here in the late second round of our mock, he’s a strong bet to have a solid NFL career.
Pick 2.12 | Elijah Sarrat | WR | Indiana
Height/Weight: 6’2” | 209 lbs
Author: Mike Johrendt @MJohrendt23
Crafty is the first word that comes to mind when describing Elijah Sarratt, who has really earned some national praise as draft pundits have tuned into Hoosier games for Mendoza. Sarratt has produced five games of at least seven receptions, and in each of his four collegiate seasons, he has caught at least seven touchdowns.
Sarratt is crafty in a sense that he knows how to find the holes in a defensive scheme – he has the wherewithal to know how to sit in between zone bubbles, how to stem off his deeper routes to cross the face of the safety, and how to position himself on short throws over the middle to give his QB a big window to hit. Sarratt is the type of WR that won’t get a ton of pre-draft hype but has second-round steal written all over him in your rookie drafts.
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Round 3 | 2026 SuperFlex Rookie Mock Draft (Picks 3.01–3.12)
| Pick | Player | Position | School |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.01 | Emmett Johnson | RB | Nebraska |
| 3.02 | Jadarian Price | RB | Notre Dame |
| 3.03 | Ja’Kobi Lane | WR | USC |
| 3.04 | Taylen Green | QB | Arkansas |
| 3.05 | Drew Allar | QB | Penn State |
| 3.06 | Hollywood Smothers | RB | NC State |
| 3.07 | Le’Veon Moss | RB | Texas A&M |
| 3.08 | KC Concepcion | WR | Texas A&M |
| 3.09 | Nyck Harbor | WR | South Carolina |
| 3.10 | Michael Trigg | TE | Baylor |
| 3.11 | Eric Singleton, Jr. | WR | Auburn |
| 3.12 | Germie Bernard | WR | Alabama |
Pick 3.01 | Emmett Johnson | RB | Nebraska
Height/Weight: 5’11” | 200 lbs
Author: Doc Mitchell @ReflipeWThenuz
Nebraska RB Emmett Johnson is in the midst of a true breakout campaign in Lincoln. This duel threat has made his presence felt in both the rushing and receiving game for coach Matt Rhule and company. Emmett is well on his way to his first 1,000-yard rushing season of his career. More importantly he is making his presence felt in the passing game as well. Coming off an impressive 2023 in which he caught 39 passes for 286 yards, Johnson is actually on pace to eclipse those numbers.
This talented RB just showed a glimpse of his full potential in the Cornhuskers’ game against Maryland. In that game, Emmett Johnson took 21 carries and turned them into 176 yards. He also chipped in another two catches for 20 yards. When I watch this guy play he reminds me a bit of former UNC and Cincinnati Bengals RB Gio Bernard. Keep an eye on this dual-threat RB as the season progresses.
Pick 3.02 | Jadarian Price | RB | Notre Dame
Height/Weight: 5’11” | 209 lbs
Author: Bobby Bishop @_bobbybishop
Despite being in the shadow of the best running back in the 2026 class, Jadarian Price has had an extremely impressive season. Last year, Price averaged 6.2 yards per carry with 746 rushing yards and 7 touchdowns. This year, he has increased his already elite efficiency to 6.7 yards per carry. Despite only 63 carries, he has forced 18 missed tackles and has racked up 231 yards after contact. Price would be the workhorse running back if he played for any other college.
Price has played his way into Day 2, but I wouldn’t be surprised to see him go back for his senior year. He could get some serious NIL money, be the workhorse for Notre Dame, and compete to be RB2 behind Ahmad Hardy in 2027. My biggest knock on Price is that ND never uses him in the passing game, but that doesn’t mean he can’t do it. I would love to see him get more dump offs the rest of the season on his way to Round 2 or 3 draft capital.
Pick 3.03 | Ja’Kobi Lane | WR | USC
Height/Weight: 6’4” | 200 lbs
Author: Keith Ensminger @TheSmingDynasty
After scoring 12 touchdowns on just 43 receptions last season, Ja’Kobi Lane has become USC’s next vertical weapon. Although, as a prospect, he lives in the shadow of Makai Lemon. Lane uses his 6’4’’ frame and massive catch radius to bully opposing corners. USC’s offense spreads the ball out, so Lane only has 19 receptions through five games this season. However, he is using his touches to great efficiency, averaging 17.4 yards per reception on those 19 catches. He uses his size to win late at the catch point and has excellent body control to fight for the ball in tight windows.
In the right offense, Lane has the upside of Mike Williams, making splash plays on end-zone targets and putting up the occasional WR1 week. Unfortunately, on the other side of the coin, managers who take a player like Lane will also have to live with the quieter 2-for-40 weeks and a floor of Marquez Valdes-Scantling. At this stage of an early rookie mock, though, we’re left taking a few upside swings.
Pick 3.04 | Taylen Green | QB | Arkansas
Height/Weight: 6’6” | 224 lbs
Author: Mike Johrendt @MJohrendt23
Taylen Green is exactly the dart throw you are looking to invest in if he is still on the board in the third round. He has a polished roughness to his game, and a very topical prospect comparison you can make (if you know little about him but are intrigued) is a better-passing Anthony Richardson.
Green has a cannon for an arm, and his massive stature allows him to generate a ton of torque on his deep throws. In the running game, Green is a load to bring down, as I liken him to a wheelbarrow of bricks heading downhill, and that’s an endearing description of what he would bring to an NFL team looking to modernize its QB position.
Pick 3.05 | Drew Allar | QB | Penn State
Height/Weight: 6’5” | 235 lbs
Author: Doc Mitchell @ReflipeWThenuz
This one is a tough one. Heading into the 2025 season many saw Drew Allar as one of the top QBs in the upcoming NFL draft class. He had just led the Nittany Lions to the semi-finals of the college football playoffs. Then on the heels of a disastrous 3 game skid he suffered a season ending ankle injury. The injury looks very similar to the one Chris Godwin suffered last season in the NFL. So, the question is who will draft Allar Well, in my opinion the injury could be a blessing in disguise for his NFL prospects. Allar is big and physical. He has excellent arm talent and descriptive mobility. Watch him effectively use the read option as both a passer and runner below.
Allar will almost certainly miss most or all of the pre-draft athletic testing ahead of next spring’s NFL draft. So teams will have to go with what they have seen to this point. Despite the sour taste left in the mouths of many due to a down final season, Allar still put up some really nice film throughout his career. Accuracy was his calling card. He leaves PSU as the program all-time leader in completion percentage (63.2%), lowest career int percentage (1.19%), and QBR (148.7). In an ideal world Allar could go to a team like the Rams and sit behind Matt Stafford for a year or two learning the system and healing his body before taking over. I believe he has the skills to succeed at the next level if given the proper chance to heal and adjust. It will be interesting to see where and when he goes in the upcoming NFL draft.
Pick 3.06 | Hollywood Smothers | RB | NC State
Height/Weight: 5’11” | 195 lbs
Author: Bobby Bishop @_bobbybishop
Hollywood Smothers is one of the most fun running backs to watch this season. The redshirt sophomore has been electric. He is already at 739 rushing yards and 145 receiving yards this season. Smothers is averaging 6.6 yards per carry. After contact, he has 500 rushing yards, which is the second most for a Power 4 conference running back, behind Ahmad Hardy. His 36 missed tackles forced put Smothers tied for 4th in FBS in that category.
When I watch Smothers play, I wonder if Dalvin and James have a long lost brother. Like the Cook brothers, Smothers plays fast and is an elusive weapon. He gets heavily involved in the passing game, which will boost his value in PPR leagues. Smothers has more eligibility, so he may bet on himself and stay in college. If he leaves, I believe he is a lock to be a day 2 draft and would be an important addition to the depth of this running back class.
Pick 3.07 | Le’Veon Moss | RB | Texas A&M
Height/Weight: 5’11” | 209 lbs
Author: Keith Ensminger @TheSmingDynasty
Le’Veon Moss has battled backfield rotations and injuries at Texas A&M, but if he can somehow finally put things together in the NFL, there might be something here. In four years of college ball, he has yet to play more than 9 games in a season. This season, after starting hot with big weeks against Notre Dame, scoring 3 touchdowns, and Auburn, where he rushed for 139 yards, Moss injured his ankle in a recent game against Florida. He is expected to miss extended time, which is unfortunate for the senior back.
Moss is a compact, balanced runner with strong legs and great vision. As a workhorse back who has shown he can succeed against SEC defenses, it’s noteworthy that he consistently is able to turn 2-yard gains into 5 through superior contact balance. Given his injury history, Moss likely won’t headline draft boards. However, when healthy, he is capable of handling 15 touches when called upon but will be reliant on situation to pay off. He is an unsexy stash with handcuff value who could surprise in the right landing spot with volume, similar to a player like Rhamondre Stevenson.
Pick 3.08 | KC Concepcion | WR | Texas A&M
Height/Weight: 5’11” | 190 lbs
Author: Mike Johrendt @MJohrendt23
KC Concepcion is a threat to score every time he touches the ball, as his speed is the best part of his game film. But the most surprising part of his game is his ball skills, as he is a high flyer, willing to sacrifice his body and jump into the air to make contested catches, not something you expect from a wideout shorter than six feet.
Concepcion will fill the role of the prototypical slot guy at the next level, something that will give him a solid floor, especially in PPR formats. Teams that employ tons of motion, a la the Miami Dolphins, could be a logical landing spot for Concepcion, which would give him a great chance at giving your dynasty roster a nice, underrated receiver.
Pick 3.09 | Nyck Harbor | WR | South Carolina
Height/Weight: 6’5” | 235 lbs
Author: Doc Mitchell @ReflipeWThenuz
For my last pick of this 3-round mock draft I am taking South Carolina WR Nyck Harbor. This young man brings a blend of size and speed that you simply cannot teach. You either have it or you don’t. Managers may need to be patient with this pass catchers at the next level. He doesn’t have the best career stats, but has certainly flashed some really nice upside.
Standing at an imposing 6’5” with reported 4.39 speed, Harbor possesses the type of measurables that make NFL coaches overlook lackluster college numbers in favor of potential development down the line. Think of a player like Darren Waller. Harbor could end up on a similar career trajectory with a position switch to TE at the NFL level. All that I know is that in the later rounds of your rookie drafts it is a good idea to look for high ceiling players. Few if any in the upcoming draft will have as high a ceiling as Nyck Harbor.
Pick 3.10 | Michael Trigg | TE | Baylor
Height/Weight: 6’4” | 240 lbs
Author: Bobby Bishop @_bobbybishop
Michael Trigg may be the best receiving tight end in the draft. Baylor was the 3rd stop on his college journey (after USC and Ole Miss), and he has finally found a home. Quarterback Sawyer Robertson has singled out Trigg as one of his top receiving options. Trigg has 29 catches for 439 yards and 4 touchdowns. He seemingly has gotten better as the season has progressed.
My favorite trait I see when watching Trigg is his movement skills. He moves like a wide receiver. Baylor takes advantage of this by moving him into the slot off the line quite frequently. Trigg is a mismatch against linebackers because they rarely can match his movements. I would like to see better run blocking from Trigg. His lack of blocking skill could take Trigg off the field at the next level and take away some of the deception of his assignment. Regardless, Trigg has potential as a pass-catching weapon.
Pick 3.11 | Eric Singleton, Jr. | WR | Auburn
Height/Weight: 5’10” | 180 lbs
Author: Keith Ensminger @TheSmingDynasty
After two seasons at Georgia Tech, Eric Singleton Jr. transferred to Auburn this season and has become one of the most electric after-catch playmakers in the SEC. Singleton is used all over the field and has started to command legitimate targets not just on designed touches but also on deeper routes. What makes Singleton dangerous is his acceleration, and while he is somewhat raw, his speed could find him being drafted late on Day 2 of the 2026 NFL Draft. Did I mention Singleton ran a 10.32 seconds in the 100-meter dash as a member of the Georgia Tech Track and Field team?
Singleton fits the Hollywood Brown / Zay Flowers archetype. They’re more playmaker than prototypical wide receiver, undersized but explosive. While dangerous when schemed touches, they’re also tough to trust in lineups from week to week. Singleton’s floor is that of a player like Mecole Hardman, but if an NFL coaching staff features him, he could become a weekly boom-or-bust flex play given his YAC talents.
Pick 3.12 | Germie Bernard | WR | Alabama
Height/Weight: 6’1” | 204 lbs
Author: Mike Johrendt @MJohrendt23
Overshadowed by Ryan Williams, Alabama’s Germie Bernard is flying under the 2026 NFL Draft radar with how much talent is at the WR position. Slippery with the ball in his hands, Bernard is a route technician who excels at positioning himself extremely favorably to give his QB a chance.
Bernard is not getting talked about much, if at all, in the pre-draft analysis, and while it is early in the process, it is never too early to start looking into underrated prospects you can target later in your rookie draft.
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FAQ | 2026 SuperFlex Rookie Mock Draft
Q1: Who are the top fantasy football rookies for the 2026 NFL Draft class?
A: Early standouts include Jeremiyah Love, Dante Moore, Garrett Nussmeier, LaNorris Sellers, and Justice Haynes. Each prospect has the talent to make an immediate dynasty impact depending on landing spot and draft capital.
Q2: Which rookie quarterbacks should dynasty managers target for SuperFlex leagues?
A: Dante Moore, Fernando Mendoza, and Garrett Nussmeier headline the quarterback class, with LaNorris Sellers and John Mateer offering rushing upside that fits the SuperFlex format well.
Q3: Who are the best rookie running backs to draft for dynasty fantasy football?
A: The top options include Jeremiyah Love, Justice Haynes, Jonah Coleman, and Kaytron Allen. All four backs combine three-down potential with proven college production.
Q4: Which wide receivers could be fantasy football breakouts from this rookie class?
A: Jordyn Tyson, Carnell Tate, Makai Lemon, and Denzel Boston are among the wideouts projected to earn early playing time and fantasy relevance based on their college dominance and athletic traits.
Q5: Should I trade away my 2026 rookie draft picks in dynasty fantasy football?
A: Only if you’re in win-now mode. The 2026 class features strong depth at quarterback and wide receiver, so trading those picks could cost you valuable long-term assets. In rebuilding scenarios, holding 2026 rookie picks should be a priority.
Q6: Does the 2026 NFL Draft Class have depth at any position?
A: Yes. The 2026 class is shaping up to be one of the deeper quarterback and wide receiver groups in recent years. It may lack elite tight ends, but there’s excellent mid-round depth at running back for dynasty fantasy formats.
Trivia Answer | There were 7 total WRs: Harrison Jr, Nabers, Odunze, Thomas Jr, Worthy, Pearsall, and Legette. (click to return)
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