The 2026 NFL Combine kicks off this week in Indianapolis, and dynasty managers everywhere are finalizing their boards before athletic testing reshuffles the landscape. This is your last clean look at the class on film merit alone — before 40 times, vertical jumps, and hand size measurements start moving picks up and down.
We ran every prospect through our Pulse/Age/Opportunity model and logged hundreds of frames of film. Here is how we see the first 12 picks going off the board in a 12-team Superflex dynasty rookie draft — pre-combine, based purely on what we have seen.
THE PICKS
1.01 — Jeremiyah Love, RB, Notre Dame
There is no debate here. Love is the consensus 1.01 in virtually every dynasty format. At 6'1" and 220 pounds, he ran for 1,100+ yards and 14 touchdowns while flashing elite burst, contact balance, and receiving ability out of the backfield. Our film scouts flagged his vision and acceleration through contact as elite traits. He profiles as a workhorse three-down back capable of carrying a dynasty backfield for a decade. RB1 upside with immediate production potential from day one.
1.02 — Carnell Tate, WR, Ohio State
Tate is the class's most complete wide receiver and our second-highest scored skill position player at 87.5. The Ohio State product combines fluid route running with reliable hands and legitimate yards-after-catch ability. He is not a boom-or-bust speed merchant — he is a refined technician who will win at every level of the field. In a deep WR class, he separates himself with consistency. His combine showing will be closely watched but the film already tells the story. WR1 ceiling, WR2 floor.
1.03 — Fernando Mendoza, QB, Indiana
In Superflex, you cannot let the class QB1 fall to the fourth pick. Mendoza finished his final season at Indiana with elite efficiency numbers and the highest DS score (91.0) of any prospect in the class. His processing speed, arm talent, and pocket control are all legitimate. The combine will be about confirming arm strength and movement. If you are in a Superflex league and Mendoza is still available at 1.03, take him and feel great about it.
1.04 — Zachariah Branch, WR, Georgia
Branch is the most electric playmaker in the class. His 40 time this week is appointment television — we are projecting sub-4.3. The USC transfer arrived at Georgia and immediately showed he can win in a more complex offensive system. His college production was not eye-popping but the traits are undeniable: burst off the line, short-area quickness, and big-play upside on every target. High floor if he lands in the right situation, monster ceiling if he does. His combine performance could push him to 1.01 in some rooms.
1.05 — Jordyn Tyson, WR, Arizona State
Tyson had a breakout 2025 season and our film backed it up with an 83.0 score. At 6'2", he gives you the size-speed combination that dynasty managers covet at receiver. He wins at the top of routes and has legitimate contested-catch ability. He may not wow in the 40 but his football IQ and production at the college level make him a safe 1st-round value. WR1 upside with a role that should develop quickly at the next level.
1.06 — Omar Cooper Jr., WR, Indiana
Cooper was Fernando Mendoza's primary target at Indiana and put together a quietly excellent final season. Dynasty managers love the QB-WR stack angle and Cooper earns this pick on his own merits. He is a crisp route runner with good hands and reliable production in a real offense. If Mendoza becomes a starter, Cooper is an immediate priority target. Even without the stack, his film shows a player who understands how to get open at the next level. A true dynasty value play.
1.07 — Max Klare, TE, Ohio State
Elite tight ends are the rarest commodity in dynasty and Klare is the best one in this class. He is a legitimate receiving threat who played a real role in Ohio State's passing game — not just a blocking TE with upside. His combine measurements and speed will be critical: if he tests well, he could jump into the top five conversation. Even at 1.07 he represents excellent value. Tight end production in dynasty is often the difference between a championship team and a bridesmaid.
1.08 — Makai Lemon, WR, USC
Lemon is a polished route runner who flashed genuine separation ability on film throughout the season. His DS score of 79.0 reflects a player without a dominant standout trait but without a meaningful weakness either. He profiles as a reliable slot option with WR2 upside if he lands in a target-heavy offense. Dynasty managers who miss on the top-tier WRs should be very comfortable grabbing Lemon here.
1.09 — Jadarian Price, RB, Notre Dame
Price shares a backfield with Love in South Bend but showed enough on his own film to earn a first-round dynasty grade. His vision and pass-catching ability set him apart from most backs in this tier. Running back depth is a dynasty necessity and Price gives you legitimate RB2 upside with a path to more if he separates himself in camp. Two Notre Dame RBs in the same class is unusual — both deserve to be here.
1.10 — Kevin Concepcion, WR, Texas A&M
Concepcion flew under the radar all season and our film scores rewarded him for it. He is an athletic mover with excellent vision as a ball carrier and route runner — yes, he can line up anywhere. A 79.0 DS score understates his upside if he lands in a creative offensive role. He is the type of player who wins dynasty managers championships because most rooms let him fall too far.
1.11 — Denzel Boston, WR, Washington
Boston is a big-bodied receiver with legitimate contested-catch ability and a refined route tree. Our film grade of 77.0 reflects a solid but not elite prospect who needs the right landing spot to maximize his value. In a dynasty first round, his size and skill set make him a logical pick at this range. He could rise significantly with a strong combine showing — particularly if he runs better than expected.
1.12 — Elijah Sarratt, WR, Indiana
Sarratt rounds out the first round as the third Indiana receiver in this draft class. He was a consistent target for Mendoza and showed strong hands and route instincts in a real Big Ten offense. If you have Mendoza at 1.03, Sarratt is an excellent stack pick here. Even without the stack, he provides solid floor value as a dynasty contributor in the 2nd–3rd year window.
PLAYING 1QB?
In a one-quarterback league, Fernando Mendoza slides to the second round. Everyone shifts up one spot and the 1.12 pick becomes Chris Brazzell II, the Tennessee speedster with legitimate separation ability. See our full 1QB Pre-Combine Mock →
COMBINE RISERS TO WATCH
Branch — A sub-4.28 would turn him into a top-3 dynasty asset overnight.
Klare — TE athleticism testing could push him into the top five.
Concepcion — A strong RAS score would validate what the film already shows.
Tate — Route running drills in Indianapolis will only confirm what we already know.
We will update our dynasty board following combine week. Check back for post-combine risers and fallers across the full class.