Fantasy Football 2026: Way-too-early tight end projections
CBS Sports
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Heath Cummings
February 20, 2026
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Fantasy Football 2026 is shaping up to be an exciting year for tight ends, even though projections are released much earlier than usual. The article highlights Sam LaPorta's surprising rise to the top of early rankings as TE1, driven by his new offensive coordinator, Drew Petzing, who has a history of maximizing tight end production in high-powered offenses. Petzing's influence is expected to elevate LaPorta's game, potentially making him the most valuable fantasy option at the position.
The article also delves into the dynamics surrounding Brock Bowers and Trey McBride, both of whom face significant changes ahead
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Originally published on CBS Sports on 2/20/2026