NFL Draft 2026: Top IDP Fantasy Options

0:00You're listening to NFL News Today. Subscribe now for fast, daily updates on your team. The 2026 NFL Draft kicks off April 23rd in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Our expert Justin Mello at NFL Draft on SI put together a sharp first round mock and were breaking down how the landing spots great out for the top. Individual defensive player fantasy options among the premier defensive prospects. Starting strong, linebacker Arville Reese goes second overall to the New York Jets as the first defender picked. He's an athletic freak, but the Jets coaching raises red flags for developing raw talent like him. Meanwhile, safety Caleb Downs lands fifth with the New York Giants. Many call him the draft's best pure defender, even if safety isn't the flashiest spot. Linebacker Sunny Styles falls to seventh overall with the Washington commanders and that's a dream setup. In Dan Quinn's defense, he could rack up huge fantasy numbers right away as a middle linebacker starter.

1:01Eighth pick sends Ed rusher David Bailey to the New Orleans Saints, where he'll get every chance to anchor their leaky defense. Then at 10th, the Cincinnati Bengals snagged defensive end Ruben Bain Jr. A potential steal of arm-length worries drop him. His tate shows elite. Pass rush and run defense for long-term fantasy gold. Fantasy owners should keep an eye on these fits, as they could shape IDP leagues for years with a mix of stars and question marks.