Jadarian Price, the rookie running back wearing our Seahawks colors, is already making waves as one of just six players tagged as “league-winning targets” in 2026 fantasy football drafts. You heard that right: a rookie, poised for an immediate impact, and he should be firmly on your radar if you’re serious about taking home a fantasy championship.
Our Rookie Running Back Is a Must-Have
Yeah, I know, usually you wanna pump the brakes on rookie running backs in fantasy. But this isn’t your typical rookie situation, especially for our Hawks. Jadarian Price, a former Notre Dame standout, has a palatable fourth-round ADP in many drafts, which is exactly why he’s a potential steal. This isn’t just some shot in the dark; the experts are making their selections after analyzing past performances, injury history, and crucially, his potential role in our Seattle Seahawks offense, coupled with what they’re calling a friendly schedule. If you’re building a playoff-bound roster for 2026, you’ve absolutely got to consider Price. The buzz is that he’s being picked later than he should be in fantasy drafts, and if he lives up to his billing for the Hawks on the actual field, your fantasy team is going to reap some serious rewards. He’s set to make an immediate impact, and that’s exactly what you want from your draft picks.
Don’t Sleep on Jalen Hurts’ Stellar Season
And while we’re talking about league-winners, let’s talk about Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts. This guy has been a fantasy beast for years, a Top-2 quarterback in fantasy points per game in 2022 and 2023. He was QB6 in 2024 and QB7 last season, so the consistency is undeniable. Right now, he’s being snatched up as QB6 in the fifth round of many drafts, but he’s ranked No. 4 overall in Top 20 quarterback rankings for a reason. Despite losing A.J. Brown, the Eagles still have a ton of playmakers and a healthier offensive line, setting Hurts up for a stellar campaign. His schedule is also looking sweet for fantasy QBs, with a league-high eight games against teams that gave up the most fantasy points to quarterbacks last season; five of those are against Top 5 defenses. He kicks off the season against the Commanders, who allowed the third-most points to QBs, and his first three matchups are all against Top 10 defenses. He’s gonna get you off to a fast start and easily outscore guys going higher.
This isn’t just about drafting for fun; it’s about building a playoff-bound roster, plain and simple. Keep an eye on Price as the season unfolds, because if these projections are right, we’re talking about a guy who could make a real difference for our Hawks and your fantasy championship hopes. Get ready for some big plays, 12s!
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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