Fantasy Football Today Dynasty 2026 First Round Rookie BREAKDOWN with CouchScouts I FFT Dynasty
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Jan 23, 2026 Matthew Rupert, dynasty scout known for All-22 film grades, and Matt Cooper, CouchScouts co-founder and prospect analyst, break down the 2026 first-round rookies. They explain their film-first scouting, compare QB Mendoza to recent pro-ready passers, rate WRs like Tate, Lemon, and Boston, evaluate RB Jeremiah Love’s three-down upside, and discuss tight end Kenyon Sadiq’s athletic ceiling.
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Film-First Rookie Evaluation
- CouchScouts prioritize All-22 film and assign weighted attribute grades focused on fantasy production.
- Their recliner rating blends film, analytics, age, production, draft capital, and landing spot for final rankings.
Watch Multiple All‑22 Games
- Watch four to five All-22 games before assigning rankings to rookies.
- Marry film study with data analytics to get a complete picture of a prospect.
Top‑Heavy 2026 Class
- The 2026 class is top‑heavy with a few clear difference makers and less depth than recent years.
- Top of the wide receiver group is stronger, while running back depth is thinner than 2025.