Rich Hribar's Dynasty Trade Tier List: The Players You NEED for 2026

Rich Hribar expresses a preference for DeVonta Smith over Chris Olave, stating that he believes Smith is the better player. This contrasts with the current dynasty market, where Olave is generally ranked higher than Smith.

Hribar and the hosts express strong enthusiasm for Colston Loveland, confirming he is a priority target for their upcoming 'spite draft' at the 208 position. They value his profile and are committed to touting him throughout the season.

Hribar views Courtland Sutton as grossly misvalued, citing his sub-1.5 yards per route run last year and reliance on high volume against weak competition. With the team investing in other receivers, Hribar expects Sutton's role to diminish.

The analysts express high hopes for Darnell Washington as a potential breakout candidate in the Steelers' offense, noting his elite physical profile and potential for a larger role this season.

Rich Hribar argues that DeVonta Smith is significantly undervalued in dynasty leagues, currently priced as the WR26. Hribar believes Smith is a premier talent who has been overshadowed by playing alongside A.J. Brown. He suggests that Smith has the potential to finish as a low-end WR1 (WR8-WR12) in 2026, with a ceiling that could rival top-tier receivers if passing volume increases or the offensive situation changes.

Hribar views DeVonta Smith as a superior alternative to Emeka Egbuka for managers looking to stabilize their roster. He suggests that trading Egbuka for Smith allows managers to secure more reliable production and potentially gain an additional asset, noting that Smith has the potential to put up CeeDee Lamb-type numbers.

Drake Maye is mentioned in the context of the Patriots' quarterback transition following the Tom Brady era.

Rich Hribar identifies Egbuka as a 'sell' in dynasty formats because his current valuation as a top-12 wide receiver is heavily based on projection. Hribar warns that if Egbuka fails to deliver a significant breakout season, he risks losing dynasty value while being outperformed by other assets, suggesting traders could pivot to players like DeVonta Smith to secure more immediate production.

Rich Hribar notes that he is waiting for travel updates regarding the 49ers' international schedule before finalizing his analysis on Kittle, implying his fantasy outlook is tied to the team's logistical decisions.

Hribar considers Jayden Reed a 'no-brainer' buy-low candidate. He cites Reed's proven ability to earn targets and his electric playmaking, noting that the Packers' offensive line situation and potential for more consolidated, quick-passing targets favor Reed's skill set.

Rich Hribar views Reed as a "certified good football player" who is currently priced below his actual value. While he is currently restricted to 11-personnel, he has the potential to be a top-24 receiver if he increases his route participation from 70% to 80% and the Packers play faster. He is expected to outscore Matthew Golden in touchdowns and possesses significant downfield playmaking ability.

Rich Hribar expresses concern over the Bengals' offensive scheme, specifically the team's desire to play under center. Hribar notes that Burrow's splits under center have been poor and argues the team should keep him in the gun to maximize his ability to distribute the ball to elite weapons like Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins.

Hribar argues that Khalil Shakir is miscast as a 'slot-only' player. He points to Shakir's high yards-per-target-over-expectation stats and suggests that the addition of DJ Moore will allow the Bills to utilize Shakir more downfield, moving away from the short-area usage that defined his previous seasons.

Rich Hribar views Malik Nabers as a top-three receiver in terms of talent and age, ranking him as his overall WR1 in dynasty. Despite recent knee injury concerns, Hribar argues that Nabers is being undervalued due to short-term injury fear, noting that Nabers has consistently produced top-five fantasy numbers when on the field. Hribar expects a bounce-back and considers him a 'must-buy' at his current market price.

Golden is viewed as a potential disappointment whose role could be carved into by Jaden Reed. Despite running 73% of routes as a rookie, his performance was inconsistent, and there is skepticism regarding his ability to hold off other receivers in the Packers' rotation.

Rich Hribar recommends buying Michael Pittman at his current WR48-50 pricing. While he lacks explosive "juice," he provides a high-floor, PPR-volume option who can be peppered with targets from Aaron Rodgers. He is considered a "professional adult" who can provide stability in deeper dynasty formats.

Hribar identifies Pat Bryant as a breakout candidate who could push Courtland Sutton for targets. He notes that Bryant's late-season momentum was only halted by concussions and believes he will play a meaningful role, making him a high-value 'throw-in' or late-round rookie draft target.

Peyton Manning is fondly recalled as a high-level quarterback who provided a successful and enjoyable era for the Colts franchise.

Rich Hribar identifies Puka Nacua as a 'sell' candidate in dynasty leagues. He notes that while managers correctly identify him as a young player with upside, the market has already priced him up to reflect that expected growth, leaving little room for further value appreciation.

Hribar highlights Romeo Doubs as an undervalued player who could see a significant performance boost in a new environment with Drake Maye. Despite past skepticism, Hribar notes Doubs's ability to handle the difficult 'X' receiver role in Green Bay and suggests he could emerge as a high-ceiling option if AJ Brown faces injury or regression.

Rich Hribar identifies Flournoy as a "legitimately good buy" at his current ADP (WR70 in dynasty). He has multiple paths to value, including potentially becoming the Cowboys' WR3 or stepping into a larger role if the team moves on from CeeDee Lamb or George Pickens. He demonstrated contingency value last season when Lamb missed time.

Tom Brady is referenced as the historical benchmark for championship-level quarterback play for the Patriots franchise.