The 2026 “My Guys” Episode! - Fantasy Football Podcast for 8/26

Brian Thomas Jr. returned to practice wearing a non-contact jersey following a shoulder injury.

Caleb Williams is poised for a major year-two leap under Ben Johnson's system. The Bears have improved their offensive line and scoring environment, and Williams has shown commitment by dropping 15 pounds. Despite concerns about completion percentage, historical data shows it has low correlation to future fantasy points compared to metrics like avoided sacks, which the team has prioritized fixing.

Carnell Tate is a highly drafted rookie wide receiver for the Tennessee Titans who is being undervalued due to concerns regarding the team's offense and quarterback situation.

Carnell Tate is a highly talented, top-10 NFL draft pick who is being undervalued due to concerns about the offense and Cam Ward. Despite a quiet preseason, he is a clear WR1 on his team with elite college production, including 875 yards and 9 touchdowns while sharing the field with Jeremiah Smith. He is expected to play near 100% of snaps and has top-15 WR potential in his rookie year.

Christian Watson is a smash pick in the 6th round due to his elite big-play ability and a consolidated target share in Green Bay. Since week 11 of last year, he was the WR11 with elite per-route metrics, including being first in first downs per route run. With Romeo Doubs and Dontayvion Wicks rotating less, Watson is positioned for a massive role as the primary Z receiver.

Colston Loveland is a 'My Guy' pick for the source, who is all-in on his fourth-round ADP. He highlights Loveland's late-season 2025 performance, where he saw 49 targets over four games and was utilized across the formation, including the slot and out wide.

Colston Loveland is a high-upside target in the fourth round who can contend for the TE1 overall finish. He is being used all over the formation, not just in-line, and saw a 35% target share on his routes in a four-game sample. The Bears' coaching staff views him as a focal point of their offense, which aims to be the highest-scoring in history.

Garrett Wilson is a massive value being drafted around WR20 despite elite underlying metrics. He is one of five players to start a career with three consecutive 80-catch, 1000-yard seasons despite poor quarterback play. He maintains a 28% career target share, and the source notes that players with a 27%+ target share are typically drafted in the top 12. Wilson is considered a 'bell cow' in the Jets' offense.

Despite a scary-looking non-contact knee hyperextension, the source confirms Ja'Marr Chase is fine and could have returned to practice if allowed by coaches.

Josh Downs is dealing with a calf injury he described as very minor, and he expects to resume practicing soon.

The source raised Josh Jacobs' risk rating in the UDK due to the potential for a suspension, though they still view him as a high-upside player when on the field.

The source projects Keenan Allen to be a top-20 wide receiver in PPR leagues during the first month of the season, especially given the current injury issues among Indianapolis pass catchers.

Kenneth Walker III is dealing with a minor foot injury, but the source notes he was seen walking in sneakers without favoring the foot, suggesting the team is likely just being cautious.

Kenneth Walker is a first-round talent being drafted in the second round who can finish as the RB2 overall. He led all running backs in forced missed tackle rate last year and provides explosive playmaking ability that the Chiefs lacked. With no significant competition on the depth chart and a high-scoring offense, his only path to failure is injury.

Ladd McConkey is a prime bounce-back candidate following a disappointing sophomore season. With Keenan Allen gone, McConkey is the clear focal point of the Chargers' passing attack. He is one of only seven wide receivers in the last decade to record 200+ targets, 1900+ yards, and 13+ touchdowns through two seasons, and he is currently available at a round discount compared to his previous ADP.

Ladd McConkey is viewed as a key focal point of the passing offense under Mike McDaniel. He is more than a slot receiver, showing elite ability on go routes (ranked 4th in yards per route run last year) and will be moved around the formation. The source highlights his current draft cost as a round discount compared to last year's expectations.

Luther Burden has returned to practice, which the source views as a positive development for the team's offensive weapons.

Marshawn Lloyd is recommended as a late-round draft target to handcuff Josh Jacobs, as he offers talent and potential opportunity if Jacobs faces suspension.

The source interprets Michael Penix sitting out preseason week three as a sign that he is effectively the starter, comparing the move to skipping a political debate to let opponents fail.

Omarion Hampton is a premier three-down back who dominated goal-line work (80% share) and showed elite efficiency as a rookie. With an improved offensive line featuring Joe Alt and Rashawn Slater, and a new offensive scheme that utilizes a fullback, Hampton is set to dominate. He is a high-upside target who should be drafted over other sophomore backs.

The source does not expect volume production from Quentin Johnston in the current offense.

Sam LaPorta returned to practice on Tuesday, alleviating concerns that his recent injury was a re-aggravation of his previous surgical issue.

The source does not expect volume production from Trey Harris in the current offense, despite acknowledging his role as a deep-field threat.

The source expresses concern regarding Zay Flowers missing multiple consecutive practices without a disclosed reason, noting that while working on the side is better than being absent, the lack of information is worrying.