Way-Too-Early 2026 Fantasy Football Power Rankings: Seahawks on Top

The confetti (SeaHawk Green and Blue) is still being swept up at Levi's Stadium, but we are already looking ahead to the 2026 NFL season. Who are the favorites to hoist the Lombardi Trophy next year? Let's dive into our Way-Too-Early Power Rankings.

1. The Undisputed Kings: Seattle Seahawks

Why They Are #1: They just won the Super Bowl (29-13 over the Patriots). Kenneth Walker III is in his prime. Jaxon Smith-Njigba is the OPOY. The defense is elite. Fantasy Impact: Start your 2026 drafts by targeting Seahawks. Walker goes 1.01 in many formats.

2. The Contenders

• Kansas City Chiefs: Never count out Patrick Mahomes. They had a "down" year by their standards, but they will reload.
• Buffalo Bills: Josh Allen is still a top-tier QB. The window remains open.
• Los Angeles Rams: With MVP Matthew Stafford returning, the offense is scary good. Cooper Kupp (if he stays healthy) and Puka Nacua remain elite.
• New England Patriots: Drake Maye proved he belongs. With another year of development and Coach Vrabel's culture, they are here to stay.

3. The Risers

• Houston Texans: C.J. Stroud enters Year 4 as a seasoned vet. The AFC South is theirs for the taking.
• Detroit Lions: Dan Campbell has built a powerhouse. The offense is balanced and explosive.

4. The Fallers

• New York Jets: Where do they go from here? The Rodgers era is over (or is it?). Too many questions.
• Arizona Cardinals: Kyler Murray needs more help. The defense is still a work in progress.

Summary

The landscape will change after free agency and the draft, but for now, the Seahawks are the team to beat.