The 2019 NFL Draft is in the rearview mirror, which means it\u2019s time to start looking at the fantasy football draft. The 2019 NFL Draft brought in several new faces who should make a fantasy impact, regardless of format. Whether you\u2019re looking for the best players to add in a dynasty league or looking for late-round steals, make sure to keep an eye on these fantasy football rookie rankings for all the best adds.<\/p>\n
Fantasy Football Draft Headquarters<\/strong><\/em><\/a><\/p>\n Josh Jacobs, RB, OAK Running backs Josh Jacobs<\/strong><\/a> and David Montgomery<\/strong><\/a> are easily the top two rookies in fantasy football. Jacobs was widely considered the best running back in the 2019 draft class and landed in the perfect situation. The Oakland Raiders have a glaring hole in the backfield after Isaiah Crowell<\/a><\/strong> suffered a season-ending Achilles injury during a workout. Head coach Jon Gruden<\/strong> wants to run the ball early and often, and Jacobs should see the majority of the carries. He doesn\u2019t offer much in the passing game, but Jacobs is still good enough to stay on the field for all three downs.<\/p>\n David Montgomery is a close second behind Jacobs. The Chicago Bears entered the NFL Draft with basically no draft capital yet still decided to trade up and grab Montgomery. The Bears offense was one of the better units in the league last year, and Montgomery\u2019s presence should only add to the success. Jordan Howard<\/a><\/strong> finished 2018 with a team-high 250 carries, and someone\u2019s going to have to take that workload. Montgomery is the best bet for the job, and he offers significantly more as a pass-catcher than Howard ever did.<\/p>\n Miles Sanders, RB, PHI Miles Sanders<\/strong><\/a> is similar to David Montgomery in that he\u2019s joining a wide-open running back depth chart. Sanders can contribute in the passing game or the running game and is the best dual-threat runner on the team. However, Doug Pederson<\/a><\/strong>\u2019s habit of rotating running backs keeps Sanders out of the top tier.<\/p>\n Mecole Hardman<\/strong><\/a> is the top rookie wide receiver assuming Tyreek Hill<\/a><\/strong> isn\u2019t around in 2019. Hardman obviously won\u2019t be as good as Hill, but anyone receiving a high percentage of targets in Kansas City\u2019s offense will have fantasy value. Deebo Samuel<\/strong><\/a> is the ideal slot receiver for Jimmy Garoppolo<\/a><\/strong> and Kyle Shanahan<\/strong>\u2019s offense. N\u2019Keal Harry<\/strong><\/a> is the first wide receiver that Bill Belichick<\/strong> has ever drafted in the first round. That alone speaks to his ability, although his production could be slowed if he struggles to pick up New England\u2019s complex playbook.<\/p>\n D.K. Metcalf <\/strong><\/a>won\u2019t see many targets in Seattle\u2019s run-heavy attack, but he has the freakish athleticism to make a huge play at any given moment. Parris Campbell<\/strong><\/a> should start his career as a Cordarrelle Patterson<\/a><\/strong> jack-of-all-trades. A creative mind like Frank Reich<\/a><\/strong> shouldn\u2019t struggle to get the most out of somebody this explosive. The tight end landscape is desolate and T.J. Hockenson<\/strong><\/a> should be one of the top tight ends in fantasy football. However, Detroit wants to run the ball and could utilize Hockenson more as a blocker than a receiver.<\/p>\n Andy Isabella<\/strong><\/a> should be Arizona\u2019s WR2 at the start of the season, and his breakneck speed is a perfect fit for Kliff Kingsbury<\/a><\/strong>\u2019s offense. The Cardinals will throw early and often, so Isabella should see plenty of targets. Marquise Brown<\/strong><\/a> would be a lot higher on this list if he went to any team other than the Baltimore Ravens. Ditto for A.J. Brown<\/strong><\/a>, as his receiving prowess is somewhat wasted in Tennessee\u2019s run-heavy offense.<\/p>\n Noah Fant<\/strong><\/a> doesn\u2019t have the best set of hands, but he\u2019s dangerous in the open field and unremarkable as a blocker. He should see a decent amount of targets from Joe Flacco<\/a> <\/strong>or Drew Lock<\/strong><\/a>. Kyler Murray<\/strong><\/a> is the only rookie quarterback guaranteed to start in Week One, and his rushing prowess gives him a high floor. However, the quarterback market is so saturated that you don\u2019t need to reach for his services.<\/p>\n Darrell Henderson, RB, LAR Darrell Henderson <\/strong><\/a>could be a steal if Todd Gurley<\/a><\/strong>\u2019s explosiveness never comes back. At the very least, he should be a key part of a committee approach<\/a>. Devin Singletary<\/strong><\/a> should earn playing time sooner rather than later, as all of Buffalo\u2019s other running backs are either over 30 or career journeymen. Damien Harris<\/strong><\/a> could take goal-line work in New England and could see a lot of time on the field, as Rex Burkhead<\/a><\/strong> and Sony Michel<\/a><\/strong> both have injury concerns.<\/p>\n Hakeem Butler<\/strong><\/a> is a raw prospect who should thrive as Arizona\u2019s primary red zone target. He\u2019ll have plenty of bust performances but offers double-digit touchdown upside down the road. Jace Sternberger<\/strong><\/a> is a subpar blocker whose only value comes in the passing game. This is good news for fantasy. Dalvin Cook<\/a><\/strong> cannot stay healthy, so grabbing Alexander Mattison<\/strong><\/a> as a handcuff would be a great long-term move.<\/p>\n The Baltimore Ravens love to use a wide variety of running backs, but their run-heavy offense should be able to sustain Justice Hill<\/strong><\/a>\u2019s fantasy value. Irv Smith<\/strong><\/a> is a well-rounded tight end who might be asked to spend too much time as an in-line blocker. J.J. Arcega-Whiteside<\/strong><\/a> is a good perimeter receiver on a stacked depth chart. He\u2019s a lot like Butler, except Philadelphia has more red zone options than just Arcega-Whiteside. Miles Boykin<\/strong><\/a> is a physical freak who lacks polish and is joining the most run-heavy offense in football. He could be great, but he\u2019s in an unfavorable situation.<\/p>\n Diontae Johnson, WR, PIT Diontae Johnson<\/strong><\/a> is the most interesting name on the list, as somebody needs to fill Antonio Brown<\/a><\/strong>\u2019s spot on the field. However, James Washington<\/a><\/strong> and Donte Moncrief<\/a><\/strong> are both ahead of Johnson for the WR2 spot. Benny Snell<\/strong><\/a> is a James Conner<\/a> <\/strong>injury away from being a must-own in fantasy football. Terry McLaurin<\/strong><\/a> and Dwayne Haskins<\/strong><\/a> are both Ohio State products and should have advanced chemistry. If Haskins isn\u2019t the Week One starter, it shouldn\u2019t take him long before he usurps Case Keenum<\/a><\/strong> for the starting job.<\/p>\n You don\u2019t invest a top-100 pick in a player if you don\u2019t plan on using them, so Tony Pollard<\/strong><\/a> should see the field in some capacity. Gary Jennings<\/strong><\/a> should battle David Moore<\/a><\/strong> for the third spot on Seattle\u2019s depth chart. Kelvin Harmon<\/strong><\/a> was one of the biggest steals of the NFL Draft and should immediately outplay his sixth-round billing. Ryquell Armstead<\/strong><\/a> has a great chance to take the starting job away from Leonard Fournette<\/a><\/strong> at some point during the season.<\/p>\n Bryce Love<\/strong><\/a> is a talented running back who would be a lot higher on this list if he wasn\u2019t coming off a major injury of his own. Bruce Anderson<\/strong><\/a> only needs to beat out Peyton Barber<\/a><\/strong> and Ronald Jones<\/a><\/strong> in order to see playing time. Darwin Thompson<\/strong><\/a> could have a Gus Edwards<\/a><\/strong> type of season if Damien Williams<\/a><\/strong> reverts to his career norm. Daniel Jones<\/strong><\/a> should see the field at some point this season, as Eli Manning<\/a><\/strong> is clearly at the end of his career.<\/p>\n Fantasy Football Draft Headquarters<\/strong><\/em><\/a><\/p>\n Main photo:Fantasy Football Rookie Rankings<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Tier One: Best of the Best<\/h3>\n
\nDavid Montgomery, RB, CHI<\/p>\nTier Two: Possible Starters<\/h3>\n
\nMecole Hardman, WR, KC
\nDeebo Samuel, WR, SF
\nN\u2019Keal Harry, WR, NE
\nD.K. Metcalf, WR, SEA
\nParris Campbell, WR, IND
\nT.J. Hockenson, TE, DET
\nAndy Isabella, WR, ARI
\nMarquise Brown, WR, BAL
\nA.J. Brown, WR, TEN
\nNoah Fant, TE, DEN
\nKyler Murray, QB, ARI<\/p>\nTier Three: Benchwarmers for Now<\/h3>\n
\nDevin Singletary, RB, BUF
\nDamien Harris, RB, NE
\nHakeem Butler, WR, ARI
\nJace Sternberger, TE, GB
\nAlexander Mattison, RB, MIN
\nJustice Hill, RB, BAL
\nIrv Smith, TE, MIN
\nJ.J. Arcega-Whiteside, WR, PHI
\nMiles Boykin, WR, BAL<\/p>\nTier Four: Gotta Pick Somebody<\/h3>\n
\nBenny Snell, RB, PIT
\nTerry McLaurin, WR, WAS
\nDwayne Haskins, QB, WAS
\nTony Pollard, RB, DAL
\nGary Jennings, WR, SEA
\nKelvin Harmon, WR, WAS
\nRyquell Armstead, RB, JAC
\nBryce Love, RB, WAS
\nBruce Anderson, RB, TB
\nDarwin Thompson, RB, KC
\nDaniel Jones, QB, NYG<\/p>\n
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