Heath Cummings rolled out his 2026 fantasy football QB tiers, and if you’re not locked in on Brock Purdy, you’re missing out. He’s emerging as a favorite draft-day value, an absolute steal waiting to happen. While the top-tier guys grab all the headlines, Purdy is sitting there as a legitimate outlier in Tier 3, begging for fantasy managers to scoop him up. This isn’t just a hunch either, these tiers are based almost exclusively on Cummings’ 2026 projections, making Purdy’s value even more compelling.
The Big Dogs and Hidden Gems in Tier 2
Up top, Josh Allen owns his own tier, and for good reason. He’s projected for a whopping 25.2 Fantasy points per game, with no other quarterback even sniffing above 24 FPPG. This guy has been a top-three QB after Week 17 for four seasons running, and if new head coach Joe Brady loosens the reins a bit, 28 FPPG is absolutely possible, especially with DJ Moore on the team. You’re looking at Allen around Round 3 in drafts. Then comes the stacked Tier 2, with Lamar Jackson, Drake Maye, Jayden Daniels, Joe Burrow, and Jalen Hurts all projected for at least 23 FPPG. Jayden Daniels actually projects as the best in this group, thanks to acquiring Stefon Diggs and his rushing upside, even with the loss of Laremy Tunsil. Don’t let the early Commanders offense struggles scare you off, that’s expected with a young QB and a new system. But for real value, Hurts is it. He’s often available two or three rounds after Jackson and Maye, and that “tush push” play is sticking around, which is fantastic for his floor.
Purdy’s Stealth Value and the Bottom Tier Drop
Now, for the main event: Brock Purdy in Tier 3. Dak Prescott is in this tier too, but Purdy and Jared Goff are the clear outliers, the ones you should be targeting. Cummings’ projections are signaling Purdy as an incredible value play, someone whose performance will far exceed his draft capital. Meanwhile, at the bottom of the pile, things are getting shaky. Tua Tagovailoa got dropped into the bottom tier, with Michael Penix Jr. joining him. Their competition is way too close, making it tough to project either for 17 starts, which means you can’t really trust them even as QB2s in Superflex leagues.
So, as you dive into those crucial fantasy drafts, keep Purdy locked in your sights. He is screaming value from Tier 3. Don’t be the one who lets a potential league-winner slide right past you. Get ready to build your championship squad!
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Originally reported by CBS Sports.
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