🚫 Fantasy football 'Do Not Draft' list for 2026

The annual hit is back, with players Eric Karabell feels are going earlier than they should in drafts this summer.

The top 3

Top 3 Quarterback Disappointments: Daunte Culpepper in 2001 and Kurt Warner in 2002 are noted as significant quarterback busts after high-performing seasons, failing to replicate their success due to injury and declining play, respectively. Anthony Richardson was also a major bust in 2024, finishing as QB26 after being drafted as QB6, scoring half the fantasy points of other QBs like Bo Nix and Sam Darnold.
Top 3 Running Back Busts: C.J. Spiller in 2013, Eddie Lacy in 2015, and Montee Ball in 2014 are often cited as major running back busts, failing to meet high draft expectations after strong previous seasons or promising situations. Jonathan Taylor was also a significant bust in 2022, despite being the 1.01 pick, due to an ankle injury and poor offensive line play.
Top 3 Wide Receiver Busts: Calvin Ridley in 2021, Antonio Brown with the Raiders, and Kenny Golladay with the Giants are frequently mentioned as significant wide receiver busts, failing to deliver on high expectations due to off-field issues, mental health breaks, or poor performance. Justin Jefferson's 2025 season was also considered a major bust relative to his high draft capital, despite playing all games.