Fantasy Football Rankings (PPR): Top 50 Running Backs and Wide Receivers for 2026

Fantasy Football Rankings at a Glance

Top Five WRs

1. Ja'Marr Chase, Bengals
2. Puka Nacua, Rams
3. Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Seahawks
4. Amon-Ra St. Brown, Lions
5. CeeDee Lamb, Cowboys

Top Five RBs

1. Jahmyr Gibbs, DET
2. Bijan Robinson, ATL
3. Christian McCaffrey, SF
4. Jonathan Taylor, IND
5. James Cook III, BUF

This weekend is the final weekend of fantasy football draft season, making it a perfect time to get your rankings in order.

Here are our top 50 running backs and top 50 wide receivers for 2026 fantasy football drafts in PPR leagues. Use these rankings to help build your draft board and identify the best players available at each position.

2026 Fantasy Football Rankings

Fantasy Football PPR Running Back Rankings

Our complete fantasy football RB rankings include additional analysis.

1. Jahmyr Gibbs, DET
2. Bijan Robinson, ATL
3. Christian McCaffrey, SF
4. Jonathan Taylor, IND
5. James Cook III, BUF
6. De'Von Achane, MIA
7. Chase Brown, CIN
8. Ashton Jeanty, LV
9. Kenneth Walker III, KC
10. Omarion Hampton, LAC
11. Saquon Barkley, PHI
12. Derrick Henry, BAL
13. Breece Hall, NYJ
14. Jeremiyah Love, ARI
15. Kyren Williams, LAR
16. Javonte Williams, DAL
17. Bucky Irving, TB
18. Cam Skattebo, NYG
19. Travis Etienne Jr., NO
20. D'Andre Swift, CHI
21. Quinshon Judkins, CLE
22. TreVeyon Henderson, NE
23. David Montgomery, HOU
24. Jadarian Price, SEA
25. Bhayshul Tuten, JAX
26. Jaylen Warren, PIT
27. Rhamondre Stevenson, NE
28. Chuba Hubbard, CAR
29. Tony Pollard, TEN
30. RJ Harvey, DEN
31. Marshawn Lloyd, GB
32. Rico Dowdle, PIT
33. J.K. Dobbins, DEN
34. Kyle Monangai, CHI
35. Rachaad White, WAS
36. Kenneth Gainwell, TB
37. Jordan Mason, MIN
38. Aaron Jones Sr., MIN
39. Blake Corum, LAR
40. Jacory Croskey-Merritt, WAS
41. Jonathon Brooks, CAR
42. Josh Jacobs, GB
43. Zach Charbonnet, SEA
44. Woody Marks, HOU
45. Tyjae Spears, TEN
46. Tyrone Tracy Jr., NYG
47. Tyler Allgeier, ARI
48. Chris Rodriguez Jr., JAX
49. Keaton Mitchell, LAC
50. Tank Bigsby, PHI

Fantasy Football PPR Wide Receiver Rankings

Our complete fantasy football WR rankings include additional analysis.

1. Ja'Marr Chase, Cincinnati Bengals
2. Puka Nacua, Los Angeles Rams
3. Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Seattle Seahawks
4. Amon-Ra St. Brown, Detroit Lions
5. CeeDee Lamb, Dallas Cowboys
6. Justin Jefferson, Minnesota Vikings
7. Drake London, Atlanta Falcons
8. Nico Collins, Houston Texans
9. George Pickens, Dallas Cowboys
10. A.J. Brown, New England Patriots
11. Chris Olave, New Orleans Saints
12. Rashee Rice, Kansas City Chiefs
13. Malik Nabers, New York Giants
14. Zay Flowers, Baltimore Ravens
15. DeVonta Smith, Philadelphia Eagles
16. Tee Higgins, Cincinnati Bengals
17. Garrett Wilson, New York Jets
18. Ladd McConkey, Los Angeles Chargers
19. Emeka Egbuka, Tampa Bay Buccaneers
20. Tetairoa McMillan, Carolina Panthers
21. Luther Burden III, Chicago Bears
22. Terry McLaurin, Washington Commanders
23. Jaylen Waddle, Denver Broncos
24. Davante Adams, Los Angeles Rams
25. Mike Evans, San Francisco 49ers
26. Rome Odunze, Chicago Bears
27. Jameson Williams, Detroit Lions
28. DJ Moore, Buffalo Bills
29. Carnell Tate, Tennessee Titans
30. Christian Watson, Green Bay Packers
31. Michael Wilson, Arizona Cardinals
32. Parker Washington, Jacksonville Jaguars
33. Courtland Sutton, Denver Broncos
34. Chris Godwin Jr., Tampa Bay Buccaneers
35. Brian Thomas Jr., Jacksonville Jaguars
36. Marvin Harrison Jr., Arizona Cardinals
37. DK Metcalf, Pittsburgh Steelers
38. Jakobi Meyers, Jacksonville Jaguars
39. Michael Pittman Jr., Pittsburgh Steelers
40. Josh Downs, Indianapolis Colts
41. Alec Pierce, Indianapolis Colts
42. Jordan Addison, Minnesota Vikings
43. Jayden Reed, Green Bay Packers
44. Xavier Worthy, Kansas City Chiefs
45. Makai Lemon, Philadelphia Eagles
46. Matthew Golden, Green Bay Packers
47. KC Concepcion, Cleveland Browns
48. Wan'Dale Robinson, Tennessee Titans
49. Quentin Johnston, Los Angeles Chargers
50. Jalen Coker, Carolina Panthers

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Fantasy Football Rankings FAQ

How should I use fantasy football draft rankings?

Fantasy football draft rankings provide a guide for how players should be valued relative to one another before your draft. Use them as a starting point while also considering your roster needs, league settings, positional depth and draft strategy.

Are fantasy football rankings different for PPR and standard leagues?

Yes. PPR rankings place a greater emphasis on players who catch a lot of passes, while standard-scoring leagues generally favor players who accumulate more rushing and receiving yards and touchdowns. Always make sure you are using rankings that match your league's scoring system.

Who should I draft first in fantasy football?

Ja’Marr Chase, Jahmyr Gibbs and Bijan Robinson are in the conversation to be the first overall pick in 2026. In general, elite players with consistent workloads and multiple paths to fantasy production are the most valuable early-round targets.

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