The Ringer Fantasy Football Show on Quentin Johnston

PodcastOur Favorite 2026 Fantasy Football Picks in Every RoundSeptember 1, 2026

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Quentin Johnson and Stribling. Those are the two guys that stand out.

Mentioned at 53:41 – 53:59

STACKED’s take

Positive signalBreakout

Johnston is a standout player to target in middle rounds.

Johnston is highlighted as a standout player to target in the middle rounds of drafts.

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Quentin JohnstonPositiveBreakout

Johnston's 130-yard TD game positions him for more snaps with Kmet out.

Mattek Fantasy Football

Quentin JohnstonNegativeRole

Johnston's vertical-heavy route mix and 13% expected target rate make him a roster clogger.

Fantasy Life Articles

Quentin JohnstonNegativeValue

Johnston 25% trade odds; drops and inconsistency limit 49ers trust.

Yahoo Sports NFL

Quentin JohnstonNegativeProjection

Johnston's drops (3 of 8 rec) and inconsistency outweigh 49ers fit potential

Niners Nation

Quentin JohnstonPositiveDepth Chart

Top trade candidates that could be dealt (and % chance they are moved), via @JFowlerESPN: Colts RB Jonathan Taylor (30%) Jaguars WR Brian Thomas Jr....

SleeperNFL

Quentin JohnstonNegativeValue

Johnston's fifth-year option cost may prompt Chargers to trade him.

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