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PodcastThe Lineup Show - NFL Star Austin Ekeler Gives His 2026 Fantasy My Guys
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I think he's going to have the opportunity to have the volume to get the 15 to 20 touches a game over there with the Texans. I think he could be one of those guys that can maybe sniff into the top 10 this year.
Mentioned at 23:21 – 26:55

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Positive signalSleeper

Montgomery is a sleeper with top-10 upside as the Texans' new lead back.

Austin Ekeler identifies David Montgomery as a sleeper for 2026, noting that his move to the Texans provides him with a clear path to 15-20 touches per game as the primary back. Ekeler likes the 'new team, new contract' energy and believes Montgomery has top-10 upside at his current ADP (RB19-20), comparing his situation to Joe Mixon's successful stint with the Texans.

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