2026 Dynasty Rookie Mock Draft: Superflex, Tight End Premium Fantasy Football Rankings

January 19, 2026

Dave's 2026 fantasy football dynasty rookie mock draft for superflex, tight end premium, 12-team leagues. His two-round mock draft gives an early peak at the 2026 fantasy football rookies.

With the fantasy football season behind us, most casual gamers are heading into hibernation. However, the dynasty football offseason is in full swing. Dynasty fantasy football managers are burning the midnight oil trying to gain any edge they can find. That starts with getting a jump on this year's incoming rookie class.

Today, we are going to do our best to give you an early peek at what 2026 dynasty fantasy football rookie drafts might look like. Please note that we are still very early in the process, and the draft board below will likely undergo significant changes by the time we reach actual rookie drafts in May.

Several dynasty leagues today operate under some form of tight end premium scoring. There are various tight end premium formats available. For our purposes today, we will assume this mock is for a standard 1.5 PPR premium for tight ends, where managers only start one tight end. Now, let's get to work and take a look at what players will be available to dynasty managers in rookie drafts this year. Make sure you're following RotoBaller on X and download the RotoBaller app for all your dynasty football needs. Let's dive into our 2026 superflex, tight end premium dynasty rookie mock draft.

Round 1 - 2026 Dynasty Rookie Mock Draft

1.01: Jeremiyah Love - RB, Notre Dame

Sorry folks, no surprises here. As of now, Love is my top-ranked player, regardless of format. He has game-breaking ability, fantastic vision, and strong contact balance.

SAY IT WITH US. ALL YOU NEED IS LOVE 🫶

9️⃣4️⃣ YARDS TO THE HOUSE#GoIrish☘️ | @JeremiyahLove pic.twitter.com/exLTjaNvh1

— Notre Dame Football (@NDFootball) November 1, 2025

Among 165 collegiate backs with 100+ carries, Love ranks:

• 2nd in PFF's rushing grade
• 4th in PFF's breakaway run rate
• 14th in PFF's elusive rating
• 14th in missed tackles forced

There are surely managers out there arguing the merits of taking a running back over a quarterback at the 1.01 in superflex formats. However, that is not always the best move. There were a handful of analysts pounding the table back in 2023 for gamers to select Anthony Richardson Sr. over Bijan Robinson in rookie drafts. That take has not aged well.

Love is not the caliber of prospect that Robinson was, but with this year's quarterback class being on the weaker side, he is the clear top option. Don't get cute, take Love at the 1.01 and call it a day.

1.02: Jordyn Tyson - WR, Arizona State

There are several candidates in contention for WR1 of the 2026 class. Tyson combines crisp route-running with explosive, play-making ability.

He does carry some injury concerns. However, his game should translate very well to the NFL, and he should be a fine dynasty asset for years to come.

Jordyn Tyson (8/126/2) again did WR1 things last night vs. TCU.

With his body fluidity and field awareness, Tyson is very skilled at creating pockets of space and plucking the football. pic.twitter.com/8vQIcRSzeR

— Dane Brugler (@dpbrugler) September 27, 2025

1.03: Fernando Mendoza - QB, Indiana

We'll see if letting the NFL's projected first overall pick slip to the 1.03 is a mistake. Mendonza is an elite processor and knows exactly where to go with the football at all times.

TOUCHDOWN INDIANA

WHAT A THROW BY FERNANDO MENDOZA 🔥@IndianaFootball pic.twitter.com/7TsAQvWRbv

— FOX College Football (@CFBONFOX) December 7, 2025

However, he lacks rushing upside, and that will lower his fantasy ceiling. Still, he should be locked in as a starter for the next four to five seasons, and a quarterback-needy owner would be very happy to land him with this pick.

1.04: Makai Lemon - WR, USC

Lemon is fantastic with the ball in his hands and is a real weapon in space. He's also a good separator, which makes for a deadly combination. If he gets the right landing spot in April, he could be an immediate high-end contributor from Day 1.

1.05: Kenyon Sadiq - TE, Oregon

The first tight end comes off the board here at the 1.05. This might be a bit early for Sadiq, but the extra half point per reception usually entices one manager to make a move for a tight end.

The good news is that Sadiq is far and away the TE1 of this class. He's not much of a blocker but does offer versatility as a receiver and field-stretching ability. The former could hinder his immediate production. However, if Sadiq lands in the right offense, he could follow in the steps of Tyler Warren and Harold Fannin Jr. and emerge as a contributor in Year 1.

1.06: Carnell Tate - WR, Ohio State

Tate is also in play for the WR1 title of this class. He's a solid route runner, and his ability to stretch defenses is a real asset.

Worst case, Tate becomes a boom-bust WR3. Best case, Tate emerges as a dynasty WR1 and is a cornerstone piece for years to come. His landing spot could ultimately dictate where he falls on that scale. Make no mistakes, though, he's a fine investment in rookie drafts.

1.07 - Dante Moore - QB, Oregon

As of the time of this writing, Moore has not yet declared for the 2026 NFL Draft. We'll see if he does eventually enter the NFL Draft. If he does, Moore could be a fantastic value pick in superflex leagues.

Dante Moore with a PERFECT throw.

CBS | Paramount+ pic.twitter.com/sCfBb2kmnF

— CBS Sports College Football 🏈 (@CBSSportsCFB) November 8, 2025

Moore is raw, but he has a ton of upside. His game needs development, so it would be best if he lands somewhere where he can sit behind a veteran for a few years.

Patient dynasty managers could be rewarded in a big way if they decide to gamble on Moore.

1.08: KC Concepcion - WR, Texas A&M

There is a lot to like about Concepcion's game. He is a separation specialist and knows how to get open. Listed at 5'11" and 190 pounds, he is a bit undersized, but he's still capable of producing at the NFL level.

He could be extremely valuable as a slot receiver, where his short-area burst and twitchiness could help him excel. It's easy to see Concepcion becoming a PPR cheat code in fantasy leagues.

1.09: Ty Simpson - QB, Alabama

Simpson officially declared for the NFL Draft last week. He offers dual-threat ability and could be a great pick for superflex managers.

The problem is that Simpson only has one year of production. That makes him a bit risky, as we've had countless examples of quarterbacks with few collegiate starts who flame out once they reach the NFL.

However, at this stage of the draft, the risk is worth the reward.

1.10: Denzel Boston - WR, Washington

Boston is a big-bodied vertical receiver who projects as a throwback X-receiver. That might sound like a good thing, but modern NFL offenses place more emphasis on versatility and the ability to line up all over the formation.

That means Boston carries some risk, but his athleticism and body control could help him further develop his route tree and emerge as more than just a boundary receiver. Landing spot is crucial for a player in this mold, so we'll have to wait until April to make a final call on him.

For now, Boston is a fine pick toward the end of Round 1.

1.11: Nick Singleton - RB, Penn State

Singleton is a polarizing prospect in dynasty circles this year. If you scour other mock drafts, you will see him being mocked anywhere from late Round 1 to early Round 3.

Singleton has his flaws, but he has home-run hitting ability and is a capable pass-catcher out of the backfield.

HE IS GONE!!! 💨

Nick Singleton breaks away and gets the TD for @PennStateFball! pic.twitter.com/yZMkgFPbhj

— FOX College Football (@CFBONFOX) September 7, 2024

His collegiate production was inconsistent, and his senior year stats have left a bad taste in dynasty gamers' mouths. However, Penn State was a mess this past season, so I am not holding 2025 against Singleton.

Bottom line - even though he has some warts, Singleton is likely to test very well at the NFL Combine. He'll almost certainly rise dynasty rankings as the offseason progresses.

I expect this is the range where he'll eventually settle in rookie drafts. If he gets the right landing spot, Singleton has the potential to be a high-end fantasy contributor for many years.

1.12: Jonah Coleman - RB, Washington

Coleman has great patience and vision. His running style would mesh well in a zone-heavy rushing scheme. He also has fantastic contact balance, and his low center of gravity makes it difficult for defenders to bring him down.

Coleman may not test well at the NFL Combine, and that could cause him to fall in some drafts. However, he is a very good back and could easily emerge as a team's lead back as a rookie.

Buy any dip on him in the coming months. This is a player you'll want on your dynasty team.

Round 2 - 2026 Dynasty Rookie Mock Draft

2.01: Justice Haynes - RB, Michigan

Listed at 5'11" and 210 pounds, Haynes has the ideal size for the position. He has good vision, can truckstick defenders when needed, and is a capable pass-catcher. Haynes is a good player and should settle somewhere in Round 2 of rookie drafts.

2.02: Eli Stowers - TE, Vanderbilt

Stowers has some after-the-catch ability and is similar to Tucker Kraft in that regard. However, Stowers is very raw, and he will need a few years to develop.

If you're a patient dynasty manager, then take Stowers, throw him on your taxi squad, and wait for him to develop (hopefully) into a strong TE1.

2.03: Elijah Sarratt - WR, Indiana

Sarratt is a jump-ball, contested catch specialist. He uses his frame well and always seems to come down with the football.

There are some concerns about his athleticism and ability to separate. He could morph into a DeVante Parker-type wide receiver. However, he does offer upside, and if he tests well at the combine, he should get Day 2 draft capital.

2.04: Jadarian Price - RB, Notre Dame

Price was stuck behind Love at Notre Dame, but he is a capable rusher and offers pass-catching upside. Price doesn't really profile as a bell cow at the NFL level. However, he can emerge as a pass-catching back or a 1B as part of a committee.

Price is an explosive player, and while he has some flaws, there is a path for him to emerge as a strong contributor in PPR leagues.

2.05: Chris Brazzell II - WR, Tennessee

Brazzell is a highly intriguing wide receiver prospect thanks to his unique blend of size and speed. He offers tantalizing upside for gamers.

We have seen many Tennessee Volunteers fail to translate to the NFL despite having high-end athletic traits. That will likely scare some gamers off Brazzell, but he's a fantastic pick in this range of drafts.

2.06: Germie Bernard - WR, Alabama

Bernard's play improved after transferring to Alabama in 2024. He posted career highs in receptions, receiving yards, and touchdowns in 2025.

Bernard still has some work to do, and there are areas of his game he needs to clean up. But he's a good upside pick in the middle of Round 2. Consider him a developmental pick who'll likely sit on your taxi squad for a year or two.

2.07: Ja'Kobi Lane - WR, USC

Listed at 6'4", Lane could emerge as an immediate red zone threat. He can win contested catch situations, but he needs to further hone his craft as a route runner.

That could limit him to being a rotational player in the NFL, but if he can develop, he could become a viable WR3 or flex in deeper PPR leagues.

2.08: Max Klare - TE, Ohio State

Truthfully, I think there is a big drop-off at tight end once Sadiq and Stowers come off the board. However, at this point in rookie drafts, there is usually one or two managers in most leagues who will reach for a tight end because of the premium.

While I don't recommend doing that, we could very well see several managers take a flyer on Klare toward the end of the second round, assuming he gets Day 2 or early Day 3 draft capital.

2.09: Kaytron Allen - RB, Penn State

The second half of Penn State's running back tandem comes off the board here. Allen is not the same kind of athlete that Singleton is, but he's a solid rusher in his own right. He doesn't offer much receiving upside, so he'll likely be limited to early down duties in the NFL.

Still, Penn State's all-time leading rusher is a fine pick and could emerge as an early-down hammer in the NFL.

2.10: Chris Bell - WR, Louisville

Bell tore his ACL this past season and recently underwent surgery to repair the injury. That will make him a polarizing pick in some circles.

Bell improved every season of his collegiate career, and he has some traits that should translate well in the NFL. He is also a force to bring down in the open field and could be a real run after the threat catch.

Whether or not it's a smart move to target players coming off major injuries is up for debate (that has not worked out well for managers who drafted Jonathon Brooks), but Bell could wind up being a fantastic value pick for those who like to gamble.

2.11: Drew Allar - QB, Penn State

Allar's senior season was about as disastrous as it could have been. He did not play particularly well this year, and his season ended after six games when he suffered an ankle injury.

Had Allar come out last year, he was in the running to be one of the first quarterbacks taken in the 2025 NFL Draft. Unfortunately, his draft stock has taken a big hit following his 2025 season. That's the way it goes sometimes, unfortunately.

Allar has a lot of things to clean up in his game. However, if he gets Day 2 draft capital and lands somewhere he can sit and learn, he could become a capable starter down the line. Even though there are some concerns here, there are worse ways to spend a late second-round rookie pick.

2.12: Michael Trigg, TE Baylor

Trigg is a developmental tight end who does offer upside as a receiver. He'll need to get late Day 2 or early Day 3 draft capital to justify a selection at this point in rookie drafts.

However, as I've said before, you'll see some managers do some questionable things in tight end premium drafts. It's not out of the realm that someone takes a shot on Trigg here and stashes him on their taxi squad.

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