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Yahoo analysts Justin Boone, Joel Smyth, Matt Harmon, and Scott Pianowski have identified four players who are expected to rise in fantasy football value in 2026. The analysts have been following the NFL offseason and have identified players who are poised for a breakout season.

One of the biggest risers is David Montgomery, who was traded to the Texans in March.. Montgomery has a chance to produce fantasy RB2 numbers once again, with the potential for even more.

Another player who is expected to rise is Bhayshul Tuten, who is now the lead back for the Jaguars. Tuten has a chance to produce fantasy RB2 numbers,despite the presence of Chris Rodríguez Jr. in the backfield.

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The analysts also identified Josh Downs as one of the biggest risers for fantasy football in 2026. Downs is expected to play a key role in the Colts' offense, including starting as the Z receiver in addition to his slot duties.

Downs has a chance to produce fantasy WR2 numbers, despite the presence of Alec Pierce in the X receiver role. The analysts believe that Downs has the talent and potential to be a consistent and high-volume player in the league.

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Another player who is expected to rise is Ladd McConkey, who is rising on the analysts' board. McConkey is expected to play a key role in the Chargers' offense, including starting as the Z receiver in addition to his slot duties.

McConkey has a chance to produce fantasy WR2 numbers, despite the presence of Mike Williams in the X receiver role. the analysts believe that McConkey has the talent and potential to be a consistent and high-volume player in the league.

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The analysts also identified Josh Downs as one of the biggest risers for fantasy football in 2026. Downs is expected to play a key role in the Colts' offense, including starting as the Z receiver in addition to his slot duties.

Downs has a chance to produce fantasy WR2 numbers, despite the presence of Alec Pierce in the X receiver role. The analysts believe that Downs has the talent and potential to be a consistent and high-volume player in the league.

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The analysts also identified Ladd McConkey as one of the biggest risers for fantasy football in 2026. mcConkey is expected to play a key role in the Chargers' offense, including starting as the Z receiver in addition to his slot duties.

McConkey has a chance to produce fantasy WR2 numbers, despite the presence of Mike Williams in the X receiver role.. The analysts believe that McConkey has the talent and potential to be a consistent and high-volume player in the league.