FantasyPros - Fantasy Football Podcast on Ladd McConkey

Podcast9 Breakout WRs You NEED to Draft in 2026! | Fantasy Football League-Winners (Ep...August 29, 2026

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I do want to explain why is so much different this year and why he is a screaming value at around the wide receiver 20... I think we've got a wide receiver one outcome for lad McConkey

Mentioned at 10:18 – 18:41

STACKED’s take

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McConkey is a top-12 breakout candidate with vacated targets and a new scheme.

Lad McConkey is a screaming value at his current WR20 ADP. Despite a disappointing rookie finish, he led the NFL in separation win rate from the slot and was elite against man coverage. With Keenan Allen's 122 targets vacated and a significantly improved offensive line, McConkey is expected to be used in a Tyreek Hill-esque role under Mike McDaniel. Both analysts view him as a top-12 wide receiver candidate.