2026 Offseason Grades

(Nothing in this post was created using any sort of generative AI)

The offseason is such an important time to build your roster for the incoming season. Free agency, the rookie draft, and offseason trades can all affect your team's structure for the 2026 season. While this offseason was a little quieter than some previous ones, there were still some significant moves that shook up the league. I am here to grade everyone's offseason moves and how it affects a team's chances of winning the championship and their future.

Skattebeast: A-

Notable additions: Jeremiyah Love, KC Concepcion, Tyler Allgeier, Rhamondre Stevenson, Jalen Nailor, James Connor, Braelon Allen

Notable departures: DK Metcalf, Multiple 2nd and 3rd round picks

Another "A-" rated offseason for the Skattebeast franchise, which might mean they are in for another 0-14 season. The season obviously went poorly for this team, but they were able to sell plenty of pieces to load up on draft picks which helped them with their offseason. They were able to trade for some lower level players to bolster their depth by sending out 2nds and 3rds. Rhamondre Stevenson is a solid guy you can put into your RB spot every week and be okay with it. Connor and Allen are simply handcuffs but every team needs a couple of those. Where this team really gets their grade from is the rookie draft. They only had two 1st rounders as their whole draft but used them well. Jeremiyah Love should be the guy in Arizona for years to come and should be an elite fantasy asset if they ever figure out how to build an offensive line. KC Concepcion was able to fall to the 1.08 giving Skattebeast a really polished route runner that is quite reliable at all three levels of the field. The unfortunate part is that Concepcion plays for the Cleveland Browns and has to deal with either Deshaun Watson or Shedeur Sanders at quarterback. fun fact about him, the "KC" in his name stands for "Kevin Concepcion" so we really just are calling him Kevin Concepcion Concepcion.

Cokehead: B

Notable additions: Omar Cooper Jr., Antonio Williams

Notable departures: Jaylin Noel

The Cokeheads didn't make any splashes this year by trying to acquire any elite players this offseason but they made the most of it. With just the 1.09 and 2.02 they were able to grab two good wide receiver prospects. Despite both of these players being lower on their depth charts, they should be able to carve out a role for themselves as the year goes on, and more into next year. Cooper and Williams both profile as mainly slot receivers, both needed on their respective teams. While not the star additions you want to see every offseason, they did well to add to their wide receiver depth with the little moves they ended up making.

Browns, Romans, Jeantymen: A

Notable additions: Nico Collins, Rome Odunze, Germie Bernard, DK Metcalf

Notable departures: Jordyn Tyson, Tyler Allgeier, Marvin Harrison Jr, two 1st round picks

Another splash of an offseason for the Jeantymen, this time trading for Nico Collins and Rome Odunze. The Nico Collins trade was already discussed in another article, but sending out a currently disappointing 1.01 pick and two 1sts for another star receiver to pair with Amon-Ra is the big trade this team needed to put them into the true contending tier. The other big move was sending the recently drafted Jordyn Tyson to AC/DC for Rome Odunze. Rome was another high draft player just a couple years ago but hasn't had the true breakout that was expected. Value was possibly even lower after he made a comment about his foot that it was never be what it was before he broke it. While that quote was scary, the talk around training camp seems to be that he is completely fine and should be in for a big season. The trade seems seems to look even better with Jordyn Tyson missing approximately 2 months with a hamstring injury. The Jeantymen are pushing their chips in to make a run for the championship this season and they have had a good offseason for that.

ACee/DeeC: B+

Notable additions: Garrett Wilson, Tony Pollard, Jordyn Tyson, Zachariah Branch, Nicholas Singleton, Mike Washington, Jakobi Lane

Notable departures: Terry Mclaurin, Rico Dowdle, James Connor, Rome Odunze, two 2nds

It is always difficult to grade your own moves on an objective scale but I think this was a solid offseason. The wide receiver group was upgraded by trading away Terry, Rico, and those two 2nds for Garrett Wilson and Tony Pollard. This gave them another young talented wide receiver to pair with Malik Nabers and Ceedee Lamb. The team then swapped Rome Odunze for Jordyn Tyson trying to make a high ceiling play, but has currently backfired with Tyson sitting out for two months with a hamstring injury. This possibility was known at the time of the trade as Tyson has a history of not just injuries, but hamstring injuries. If he comes back healthy he could have a good rookie year, but the injury concerns will always be there.

This team didn't have any high draft picks but made use of the ones they had. Jakobi Lane, while not my type of prospect, has had lots of training camp and preseason hype due to his ability to make tough catches in the air. Singleton and Washington are both handcuffs but could find roles later in the season. While the team picked up several rookies after the draft, most if not all of them will have no impact on the season.

CMC Revenge Year: B+

Notable additions: Jadarian Price, Eli Stowers, Chris Brazzell

Notable departures: Zach Ertz

Very limited offseason but a good one for this team. They have two large needs and have potentially filled them through the draft. Those two needs are younger running backs, and a tight end. Price fills that need alongside RJ Harvey, although Harvey is in a murky backfield. Price should lead the Seahawks backfield early in the season with very little competition (George Holani who?), which gives him plenty of depth value for this team. Later in the season Price will likely be splitting with Zach Charbonnet which will obviously drop his value, but by that point in the season, this team should be relying on Christian McCaffrey and Jonathan Taylor for running back points. This pick isn't just for his early season value, the team needed to add younger running backs to the team and did just that. Additionally, the team's tight end situation is not ideal. TJ Hockenson had a poor year coming off an ACL tear in 2024 and did not show anything that should give you much hope for him. At 29 years old, you would hope that another season removed from that injury would benefit him but he has a lot of competition for targets. Justin Jefferson and Jordan Addison are still there, and the Vikings added Jauan Jennings in free agency. Will be tough for him to find a consistent receiving role with Kyler Murray as he has never been a heavy passing quarterback. Eli Stowers might not immediately make a big impact for this team as he is sitting behind Dallas Goedert on the Eagles, but if given the opportunity, Stowers should shine. He is a freak athlete that is a mismatch for any defence, and runs really crisp routes. Could very well be the tight end of the future for this team.

Mahomies over Mahoes: A-

Notable additions: Carnell Tate, Makai Lemon, Kenyon Sadiq, Elijah Sarratt, Ty Simpson, Kevin Coleman

Notable departures: None

Hard to have a bad offseason with three first round picks. Tate and Lemon should pair to be a very good wide receiver duo for many years to come. Tate looks to be the number 1 receiver in Tennessee, while Lemon will first be under Devonta Smith but should complement him well in the future. Sadiq should be the tight end of the future for the Jets and should get fed the ball by Geno Smith (can still sling it i swear), and solve the average tight end issue for this team. Lastly, the other three draft picks, Sarratt, Simpsons, and Coleman, could provide some decent depth options if they find their way onto the field. Sarratt will catch anything thrown to him but struggle to get open, Simpson was drafted to one of the best offences in the league but is the backup, and Coleman plays on the Dolphins (mizzou legend). This team looks to take a step forward from their playoff appearance and the rookies that they drafted should help them do that. Would have liked to see this team try and upgrade some of the players they already have with all of their draft capital but sometimes it's good to not force it.

Njigbas in Paris: C-

Notable additions: Chris Bell

Notable departures: None

I really like Chris Bell as a prospect and where he was drafted and he should get plenty or opportunities to play once he is fully healthy. The issue I have, is that he was the only player new to this team. He should provide more depth at wide receiver and more likely just a flex player, but that simply cannot be your only move of the offseason. This team finished 4th last season losing in the 3rd place matchup and their only move is to add a 2nd round rookie? I feel like there was more for them to do. I'm quite disappointed at the lack of moves. Especially considering there was some big trade talks involving this team that ultimately did not go through...

PooShiesty: B

Notable additions: Marvin Harrison Jr., De'Zhaun Stribling, Matt Hibner, Skyler Bell, Kaytron Allen, two 1st round picks, and one 3rd

Notable departures: Nico Collins, Rhamondre Stevenson, Chris Rodriguez

An interesting offseason for the Shiestys as their biggest move was trading Nico Collins for Marvin Harrison Jr and two first round picks. Their team is still quite good, and I like the value they got back for Nico, I just worry it takes them a little far out of contention. There are still many good players on the team (Lamar, Derrick Henry, Kyren, Etienne, Jefferson, Bowers), but unless Marv improves this season, the team might be taking a step back. Again, getting two firsts and Marv is good value, but I worry about their ability to compete.

The drat haul was quite good. Stribling might have a bigger role than originally expected with Pearsall having a season ending injury and Jauan Jennings leaving in free agency. He will need to beat out Christian Kirk and Deebo Samuel for playtime but I think he can find his way onto the field. Matt Hibner seems to be more like a flier to me, but the Ravens lost two tight ends to free agency so maybe Hibner can find the field with Mark Andrews getting older. Skyler Bell is among one of several limited wide receivers on the Bills. Bell is quite good in the intermediate and deep parts of the field with his athleticism, but is quite small and can get bullied. His role will likely be limited and coming into the NFL at 24 means he might not grow as a player as much. Lastly, Kaytron Allen joins a Washington backfield that is loaded with players. JCM, Rachaad White, Jeremy McNichols, Jerome Ford, and Robert Henry Jr. are who Allen is competing with in training camp. Allen would work perfectly (in my opinion) if he were an early down back for Washington. He is more of a bruiser than agility guy and can run up the middle 40 times if asked. This would work great with JCM and White as change of pace and receiving backs, but we will have to see what the Commanders plan to do.

Tony Dorset: B+

Notable additions: Fernando Mendoza, Malachi Fields, Demond Claiborne, Jaylin Noel, Dontayvion Wicks, Bryce Lance

Notable departures: The 1.07

A quieter offseason from this team, but still a decent one filling in some depth. Working through the draft, Tony Dorset secured better depth at quarterback, wide receiver, and a handcuff running back that could win the job in a year.

The Raiders are hoping Mendoza is their QB of the future and he is starting with a fine support system. Jeanty should support a good run game, and Bowers will be the reliable target for Mendoza. Mendoza should have a low ceiling but a decent floor in his first season and better in the future if the Raiders pick up some better wide receivers. After Malik Nabers, the Giants wide receiver room is kind of weak, giving Malachi Fields a chance to be the WR2 on the team. Lastly, Claiborne is currently the running back 3 on the Vikings depth chart, but Aaron Jones and Jordan Mason aren't exceptional players he is trapped behind. While his value isn't high this year, Claiborne has a chance (maybe not a great change) to win the job in Minnesota.

Outside of the draft, they picked up Jaylin Noel who shows some good flashes for the Texans but recently tore his ACL ending his season before it even started. The other pickup was Dontayvion Wicks who signed with the Eagles to help their wide receiver depth. Currently battling Lemond for WR2, Wicks provides good route running but unreliable hands but could some depth during bye weeks. This was a solid offseason of bolstering depth as they try to make a run at another championship.

Chase-ing a Dynasty: B+

Notable additions: Terry Mclaurin, Rico Dowdle, Denzel Boston, Jonah Coleman, Emmett Johnson, Gunnar Helm, Jaylen Wright, Cyrus Allen, and two 2nds

Notable departures: Garrett Wilson, Tony Pollard

The reigning champs have a solid offseason as they look to repeat. Trading away Wilson was an interesting move but I can certainly understand getting depth and draft picks back for him. The team was able to win without Wilson so grabbing some extra depth pieces like Terry and Rico could be beneficial. But on the other hand, the ceiling of Wilson would have made them extremely dangerous. After trading Wilson away, they came away with a couple good rookies.

Denzel Boston has the same problem KC Concepcion has, being that he plays for the Browns. Team aside, Boston is an elite x-receiver prospect that will certainly find his way onto the field. Will he get the ball? Probably not the Browns QB room stinks. But, if they were to draft a competent QB (they won't), Boston could be an elite outside wide receiver. Two of the other draft picks this team made were running backs. Jonah Coleman and Emmett Johnson are two rooies that could see some work this year. Coleman being in a weird 3 man committee (maybe) with RJ Harvey and JK Dobbins but could see the field if either one gets hurt. Dobbins was also signed to a 2 year deal this offseason, which creates a murky situation there, not sure what the Broncos plan to do. Emmett Johnson sits, most likely, as the RB2 for the Chiefs behind their recent signing, Kenneth Walker. People are very high on Walker since he is the clear top dog for the Chiefs running back room, but I fear that he can't handle all those touches in a season. He split touches in Seattle, and only had over 250 carries once in college (250 carries is 11th most in 2025). I don't trust Walker to be the workhorse type of back in KC, meaning Johnson could be a very valuable handcuff.

Outside of the draft, Gunnar Helm is really the only player of note as the main tight end for the Titans. If he has an improved and some might say, breakout season, he could be some much needed depth at TE for this team. Filling depth is just what this team needed this offseason, but trading away Wilson keeps this from being an 'A' offseason.