{
  "id": 4177645,
  "title": "Fantasy football busts to avoid in 2026: 1 name from all 32 NFL teams",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/29/fantasy-football-busts-to-avoid-in-2026-1-name-from-all-32-nfl-teams",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-29T11:30:53.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/fantasy-football-busts-avoid-2026-113053835.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "1. Arizona Cardinals: RB Jeremiyah Love - The writer believes Love is overhyped and could struggle due to pass protection and team issues.\n\n2. Atlanta Falcons: WR Drake London - The writer questions London's role after a change in offensive coordinator and wonders if his volume will be affected.\n\n3. Baltimore Ravens: RB Derrick Henry - The writer is skeptical about Henry continuing his performance at 32 years old and fears he might slow down.\n\n4. Buffalo Bills: QB Josh Allen - Taking a high-rated quarterback too early is not advised due to a deep position this year.\n\n5. Carolina Panthers: WR Tetairoa McMillan - McMillan had a successful rookie year, but the Panthers don't pass the ball much, and Jalen Coker may take more snaps.\n\n6. Chicago Bears: WR Luther Burden - The writer initially believed Burden would be a sleeper but now thinks Rome Odunze will get more carries with Colston Loveland featured more.\n\n7. Cincinnati Bengals: QB Joe Burrow - The writer advises against taking high-rated quarterbacks with injury history and lacking rushing numbers.\n\n8. Cleveland Browns: RB Quinshon Judkins - Judkins faces a tough environment with a questionable quarterback and defense.\n\n9. Dallas Cowboys: WR CeeDee Lamb - The writer wonders if Lamb's production might be impacted by George Pickens' presence.\n\n10. Denver Broncos: RB J.K. Dobbins - Concerns about Dobbins' health and snap count, plus the rising hype around Jonah Coleman.\n\n11. Detroit Lions: WR Jameson Williams - Williams had a successful rookie year but faced limited opportunities with Sam LaPorta out.\n\n12. Green Bay Packers: RB Josh Jacobs - Jacobs' age and potential suspension are cause for concern, urging the writer to focus on matchups.\n\n13. Houston Texans: Defense/Special Teams - The Texans have an elite defense, but the writer suggests considering streaming options for their special teams.\n\n14. Indianapolis Colts: WR Alec Pierce - Pierce's health issues and Tyler Warren potentially taking more snaps are red flags.\n\n15. Jacksonville Jaguars: WR Brian Thomas Jr. - The writer questions the hype surrounding Thomas Jr. and suggests looking at other players.\n\n16. Las Vegas Raiders: RB Ashton Jeanty - Jeanty's ankle injury is a concern, and the writer questions how much Mike Washington Jr. will factor in.\n\n17. Los Angeles Chargers: RB Omarion Hampton - Hampton is expected to be a mid-RB2, but there are better options available.\n\n18. Los Angeles Rams: WR Davante Adams - Adams' age and potential regression to the mean are factors to consider.\n\n19. Miami Dolphins: RB De Von Achane - Despite talent, the writer is hesitant to take on the risk due to the ranking.\n\n20. Minnesota Vikings: WR Jordan Addison - Addison's value is questioned given Kyler Murray's presence and Addison's lack of urgency.\n\n21. New England Patriots: QB Drake Maye - The writer expresses concerns about Maye's schedule and potential regression.\n\n22. New Orleans Saints: RB Alvin Kamara - Kamara's ranking is appropriate, but the writer suggests passing on him if reaching for his name.\n\n23. New York Giants: RB Cam Skattebo - The writer doubts Skattebo's health and the crowded RB room in New York.\n\n24. New York Jets: WR Garrett Wilson - Wilson is needed in the offense, but the writer prefers other names ranked around him.\n\n25. Philadelphia Eagles: TE Dallas Goedert - Goedert's ability to score 11+ touchdowns again is uncertain.\n\n26. Pittsburgh Steelers: WR DK Metcalf - Metcalf's fantasy numbers were decent, but the writer questions his position as a result of Michael Pittman Jr.'s arrival.\n\n27. San Francisco 49ers: TE George Kittle - Kittle's recovery from a torn Achilles could be problematic.\n\n28. Seattle Seahawks: Defense/Special Teams - The Seahawks' defense is noted as being appropriately ranked, but the writer voices concerns about a Super Bowl hangover.\n\n29. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: WR Emeka Egbuka - Egbuka's toe injury caused disappointment, leading the writer to reevaluate his potential.\n\n30. Tennessee Titans: WR Carnell Tate - Tate's rookie-year success is uncertain due to inconsistency from the quarterback and the presence of Wan Dale Robinson.\n\n31. Washington Commanders: RB Jacory Croskey-Merritt - Croskey-Merritt may face more passing downs with Rachaad White taking a significant role.\n\n32. NFL: The writer emphasizes that the draft prep should focus on avoiding these busts to increase the chances of success.",
  "summary": "Here are 32 fantasy football busts to avoid in 2026 drafts for your cheat sheet.",
  "key_points": [
    "Arizona Cardinals: RB Jeremiyah Love overhyped and could struggle",
    "Atlanta Falcons: WR Drake London's role uncertain after coordinator change",
    "Baltimore Ravens: RB Derrick Henry's performance at 32 years old questionable"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}