NFL Draft Day Two: Dynasty Reaction
Chew reacts to Day Two of the 2026 NFL draft and the impact on dynasty fantasy football.
The NFL Draft is among us, and three rounds are in the books. There are another four whole rounds (and undrafted signings) to happen, but in the meantime, let’s recap and react to rounds two and three. Included in that recap is a quick dynasty reaction and a projected draft range for your upcoming dynasty rookie drafts. And while you’re at it, check out the dynasty impact from the first round too.
*Rookie draft projections are based on a 12-Team, Superflex, PPR, No Tight End Premium league.
*Check out my rankings broken down by position and sortable by rookies.
ROUND 2
PICK #33 - De’Zhaun Stribling (WR) - SF
Dynasty Reaction: Stribling was not the first receiver I expected to come off the board on Day 2, but the 49ers got their guy. This guy is big, fast, and a willing blocker, so he will be comfortable in San Francisco. For fantasy, it is anyone’s guess if it’ll amount to meaningful production.
Rookie Draft Round: 2nd Round
PICK #39 - Denzel Boston (WR) - CLE
Dynasty Reaction: A “my guy” in this draft, Boston lands on a roster in desperate need of offensive weapons. Boston is, however, drafted after K.C. Concepcion, and presumably with Shedeur Sanders under center, I am not optimistic. But with the mindset of picking talent, not situation, I am still betting on Boston for the right price.
Rookie Draft Round: Mid-Late 1st
PICK #47 - Germie Bernard (WR) - PIT
Dynasty Reaction: With the twin towers of D.K. Metcalf and Michael Pittman, the Steelers were in need of a player to do the dirty work in the middle of the field. Bernard is a savvy player who can line up anywhere and find gaps in zone coverage.
Rookie Draft Round: 2nd Round
PICK #54 - Eli Stowers (TE) - PHI
Dynasty Reaction: The Eagles nabbed Makai Lemon in the first round, but added another pass-catcher in Stowers on Day 2. A.J. Brown is all but gone, and Stowers represents the receiving tight end alongside Dallas Goedert in 12 personnel. This is an intriguing landing spot that is worth monitoring.
Rookie Draft Round: Mid-Late 1st
PICK #56 - Nate Boerkircher (TE) - JAX
Dynasty Reaction: Boerkircher is an inline blocking tight end who will free up receiving opportunities for Brenton Strange. I do not expect sustained fantasy value for Boerkircher, but touchdowns are always a possibility for these types of tight ends in the red zone.
Rookie Draft Round: 4th Round+
PICK #59 - Marlin Klein (TE) - HOU
Dynasty Reaction: Klein joins the Texans as a complementary tight end who contributes both as a blocker and as a pass-catcher. Both skill sets need some polish, but there are athletic traits to lean on at a position that values them.
Rookie Draft Round: 4th Round+
PICK #61 - Max Klare (TE) - LAR
Dynasty Reaction: Here is a name I am more familiar with… but another tight end to the Rams? Two of their five tight ends are free agents after the 2026 season, so I guess this is just getting ahead of that. So he is more of a stash on a top-tier offense.
Rookie Draft Round: 3rd Round
ROUND 3
PICK #65 - Carson Beck (QB) - ARI
Dynasty Reaction: This is not necessarily a strong quarterback class, but Beck joins a Cardinals team in need of a long-term option. Is it Beck? I lean towards no. But with some intriguing offensive weapons and Jacoby Brissett seeking a new contract, there could be something to Beck in Arizona.
Rookie Draft Round: 2nd-3rd Round
PICK #69 - Sam Roush (TE) - CHI
Dynasty Reaction: Here is a “my guy”, but unfortunately, he lands on a roster that has two established tight ends and additional playmakers. For Roush, his reason for being on the field is his blocking, but that will give him a chance to flash his athleticism once the ball is in his hands.
Rookie Draft Round: 3rd Round
PICK #71 - Antonio Williams (WR) - WAS
Dynasty Reaction: After going defense with their first pick, the Commanders used their second pick to help Jayden Daniels. Williams should push for starting slot duties in what is a relatively shallow receiver room in Washington, and serve as a shifty, sure-handed option in the short-intermediate areas.
Rookie Draft Round: 2nd Round
PICK #73 - Oscar Delp (TE) - NOLA
Dynasty Reaction: The offense is coming together for the Saints, with Delp joining a tight end room behind veterans Juwan Johnson and Noah Fant. Delp offers an athletic profile that is best served as a move tight end.
Rookie Draft Round: 3rd Round
PICK #74 - Malachi Fields (WR) - NYG
Dynasty Reaction: Fields is not going to win with separation or speed; instead, he does so as a big-bodied receiver who uses physicality and strong hands. The Giants do need more pass-catchers, but I am not too sure that Fields is a fantasy-friendly option.
Rookie Draft Round: 3rd Round
PICK #75 - Caleb Douglas (WR) - MIA
Dynasty Reaction: How Douglas was taken by Miami before Chris Bell is a headscratcher. But Douglas serves as the long and fast deep ball and red zone threat for the Dolphins. Even in a shallow receiver room, I do not expect much from Douglas from a fantasy standpoint.
Rookie Draft Round: 4th Round+
PICK #76 - Drew Allar (QB) - PIT
Dynasty Reaction: Allar's going back to school did him no favors, but he lands on a roster with no clear-cut starter. I am a Will Howard believer and assume he will get the first shot at the starting gig, independent of an Aaron Rodgers signing. Allar has the tools of a starter, but there is plenty of room for development.
Rookie Draft Round: 2nd-3rd Round
PICK #79 - Zachariah Branch (WR) - ATL
Dynasty Reaction: Speed and toughness are where Branch hangs his hat. And this Falcon’s receiver room is in need of some additional depth. Branch could find himself limited to gadget plays and return duties early on, but that is a great way to grow his role as a receiver.
Rookie Draft Round: 2nd-3rd Round
PICK #80 - Ja’Kobi Lane (WR) - BAL
Dynasty Reaction: Put Lane out on the boundary and let him cook. Lane is fast and has the long frame to win more often than not in one-on-one situations and in the red zone. This skill set is appealing when he is scoring touchdowns, but his volume may be capped early on, limiting his fantasy value.
Rookie Draft Round: 2nd-3rd Round
PICK #83 - Chris Brazzell II (WR) - CAR
Dynasty Reaction: The Panthers are filling a glaring need here in a speedy, deep-ball threat that can take attention away from Tetairoa McMillan and Jalen Coker. The Xavier Legette experiment was not fruitful, and this is getting good value for Brazzell.
Rookie Draft Round: 2nd Round
PICK #84 - Ted Hurst (WR) - TB
Dynasty Reaction: Hurst is a big, fast, athletic receiver who has the type of tools to develop into a strong starter. The athletic traits do not equal success, but there is reason for optimism with Hurst’s frame and work downfield. Even with the departure of Mike Evans, there is no shortage of receivers in Tampa Bay.
Rookie Draft Round: 3rd Round
PICK #87 - Will Kacmarek (TE) - MIA
Dynasty Reaction: Kacmarek is an inline blocking tight end who will do the dirty work in the run game. I do not expect sustained fantasy value for Kacmarek, but touchdowns are always a possibility for these types of tight ends in the red zone.
Rookie Draft Round: 4th Round+
PICK #89 - Zavion Thomas (WR) - CHI
Dynasty Reaction: Thomas was not on my radar for fantasy, and certainly not this early in the NFL Draft. His profile is that of a returner who can offer upside with gadget plays given his tough, compact frame.
Rookie Draft Round: 4th Round+
PICK #90 - Kaelon Black (RB) - SF
Dynasty Reaction: Black is a compact, decisive runner who finished his collegiate career with a bang as a member of the National-Champion Indiana Hoosiers. I did not expect him to be the third running back taken, but he offers upside as a runner and, most importantly, as a pass-protector. And as we have learned, if you are a running back in San Francisco, you could have your number called at any moment.
Rookie Draft Round: 3rd Round
PICK #94 - Chris Bell (WR) - MIA
Dynasty Reaction: Bell’s profile is just too much fun to ignore, but this is also one that can leave dynasty managers thinking, “what if?” Due to a torn ACL in November, Bell is still working his way back. But for a Dolphins offense starved for playmakers, Bell is a player who has a real opportunity to shine.
Rookie Draft Round: 2nd Round
PICK #95 - Eli Raridon (TE) - NE
Dynasty Reaction: Raridon joins the Patriots as an intriguing option alongside Hunter Henry. While Henry can do a bit of everything, Raridon thrives getting vertical, which is a need for this New England offense. Multiple knee injuries are a concern, but at this point, we are just throwing darts.
Rookie Draft Round: 3rd-Round
Stay tuned for the final day of draft picks and dynasty implications!
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