Fantasy football: The 15 players we keep drafting in Best Ball contests

Key Points:

• Best Ball fantasy football involves drafting a team for the entire season with no weekly management; the best lineup is automatically started based on player performance.
• Mackenzie Kraemer frequently drafts players like MarShawn Lloyd (RB, Packers) for his value and upside, Jayden Daniels (QB, Commanders) for his rushing ceiling, Brock Purdy (QB, 49ers) for consistency, Davante Adams (WR, Rams) for touchdown potential, and Dalton Schultz (TE, Texans) for target share.
• Ben Solak targets players such as Tetairoa McMillan (WR, Panthers) due to his increased role, David Montgomery (RB, Texans) for his receiving skills and goal-line carries, Rhamondre Stevenson (RB, Patriots) as a lead back, Juwan Johnson (TE, Saints) for his emerging role, and Zachariah Branch (WR, Falcons) as a late-round upside pick.
• Seth Walder consistently drafts Malik Willis (QB, Dolphins) for rushing upside, Chase Brown (RB, Bengals) for his clear role and receiving ability, Adonai Mitchell (WR, Jets) for his route-running and potential, DK Metcalf (WR, Steelers) for his high floor and upside under a new coach, and D'Andre Swift (RB, Bears) for his fit in a run-first offense.
• These experts emphasize a mix of proven performers, emerging talents, and strategic late-round picks to build deep, flexible Best Ball rosters capable of withstanding an NFL season and competing in large tournaments.