8 Fantasy Football Breakout Players for 2026

Key Points:

• Justin Herbert is a top fantasy quarterback candidate for 2026, benefiting from the return of key offensive linemen and a strong receiving corps, with potential to finish in the top five if healthy.
• Jared Goff remains undervalued in fantasy football despite consistent high passing yardage and touchdown totals, projected to outperform his current ADP and ECR rankings.
• Running backs Cam Skattebo and Jadarian Price are breakout candidates due to improved team situations and expected workloads, with Skattebo returning from injury and Price poised to fill a starting role in Seattle.
• Wide receivers Emeka Egbuka and DJ Moore are positioned for strong fantasy seasons, with Egbuka stepping into a larger role in Tampa Bay and Moore becoming the primary target for Josh Allen in Buffalo.
• Tight ends Isaiah Likely and Dallas Goedert are expected to see increased usage and production in 2026, with Likely moving into a lead role in New York and Goedert benefiting from a pass-heavy offense and key departures in Philadelphia.