2026 NFL Draft Round 1: Instant Reactions
Welcome to our 2026 NFL Draft Round 1: Instant Reactions!
It is finally here! The NFL Draft is the best time of the sports calendar to me, so it is basically Christmas! This is an incredibly difficult draft to guess, with a weird class, so we were in for and got quite a few surprises!
Here, I will go through (almost) instant reactions to the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft. There will be an analysis of the pick, fit, and the board as a whole, as well as how the pick could impact the player’s new teammates. Grades are subjective (and also factor in draft-day trades), but these are my thoughts on the picks! Thank you for following along with our draft stream (you can rewatch here
1.01: Las Vegas Raiders – Fernando Mendoza, QB, Indiana
Analysis: This pick has been in pen since before the start of 2026 (which we are already a third of the way through… shudders at the thought of being in pen for less than 3 months before turning 30). However, that does not make it any less of the right pick. Mendoza is a worthy 1.01, even in a weaker class. He expects to sit behind Kirk Cousins while learning the Kubiak scheme, but his lethal accuracy & processing, plus-arm, and slept-on athleticism make him a potential top-12 QB for the NFL and fantasy alike.
Fantasy impact: Stock up for the dynasty outlook for Brock Bowers & Ashton Jeanty. I value Mendoza as the 1.01 in rookie drafts.
Grade: A
1.02: New York Jets – David Bailey, EDGE, Texas Tech
Analysis: This is a tough one. I love David Bailey, the best pure pass-rusher in the class. I would have argued (as the Jets did internally) for Arvell Reese, but this is a reasonable pick. He has incredible get-off and the potential to be a game-wrecker (see, CFB game against Oregon) with double-digit sacks.
Fantasy impact: Bailey is a good fit for this scheme, but with a good overall room, he may be in a Designated Pass Rush (DPR) role for this season. I would expect Will McDonald not to be wearing a Jets uniform in 2027 (they did pick up his 5th-year option, so a trade would be needed). He is in the conversation for the top IDP pick in rookie drafts.
Grade: B+
1.03: Arizona Cardinals – Jeremiyah Love, RB, Notre Dame
Analysis: Love is an awesome player, but this is a silly pick. The Cardinals have real money into their RB room and a porous offensive line. They also had an all-time awful defense in 2025. I understand (and typically back) BPA, but with RBs, the conversation is inherently different. Not having a trade-back option was quite surprising.
Fantasy Impact: Poor Tyler Allgeier, a backup to a borderline generation RB yet again. This is the worst landing spot for Love amongst the realistic slots, with a bad (and old) OL and a notable lack of a franchise QB. Love in this scheme will be exciting, but this is a Todd Gurley/Ashton Jeanty-esque rookie season incoming. He is the 1.02 dyno pick for me, but is still a worthy 1.01 in this class.
Grade: C- (for the Cardinals’ process, Love rules).
1.04: Tennessee Titans – Carnell Tate, WR, Ohio State
Analysis: Okay, fun pick! In 20 years, it will look weird that Tate went 4th overall, when the context of the class has been forgotten. He is not a true WR1, but he is the most polished and “safe” receiver in this class, and he fits with Cam Ward perfectly. He is a big, reliable target who will win aggressive passes that Ward loves to make. Would I have gone with an OL or Reese? Yeah. Is this a bad pick? Not in the slightest!
Fantasy Impact: Tate all but locks himself in as the fantasy WR1 of this class. I was a bit lower on the player than consensus, but he is the only one with a clear path to being his team’s WR1. Great selection for Cam Ward’s outlook.
Grade: B+
1.05: New York Giants – Arvell Reese, LB/EDGE, Ohio State
Analysis: LFG! Reese was the 2nd overall player on my board (1 still available, and was rumored to the Giants), so I love the value. They have a lot of EDGE types, but I like Reese as an off-ball LB too, and this gives them a crazy amount of versatility in the front-7. This is the purest version of BPA, getting another absolute monster on Jim Harbaugh’s roster.
Fantasy impact: Honestly… not sure? Reese still is a top-3 IDP pick, but it is hard to project 2026. Kayvon Thibodeaux is not long for the Giants, which will clarify Reese’s role in 2027. For now, he probably plays a good amount of off-ball and has a good fantasy tackle floor.
Grade: A+
1.06: Kansas City Chiefs – Mansoor Delane, CB, LSU
Trade: Cleveland sends 1.06 to Kansas City for 1.09, 3.74, & 5.148
Analysis: The trade-up was probably not necessary, but KC secures their top CB on the board. I am a Jermod McCoy stan, but if the injuries take him off the board, Delane will be the only true shutdown-type in the class. Delane is a great fit for Spags’ defense and fills their biggest need post-McDuffie deal.
Fantasy impact: Not much (I do not value outside CBs for fantasy, which may be a fault, but is my process). If anything, the non-Downs selection keeps Chamarri Conner and my former draft-crush Jaden Hicks relevant for another day.
Grade: B-
1.07: Washington Commanders – Sonny Styles, LB, Ohio State
Analysis: the 3rd Ohio State player in 4 picks! Styles becomes the LB of the present and future for Dan Quinn, taking over the role from Bobby Wagner. Styles – one of the youngest and most freakiest prospects in the class – adds athleticism and stability to a defense in desperate need of it. Caleb Downs is higher on my board, but with so many nickel/box/slot types already on the roster, LB was a bigger need and still a great prospect
Fantasy impact: Styles may very well be the 1.01 of IDPs after this selection. He has the clearest projection of all the top prospects and could easily be an 8-10 tackle/game player. His presence puts Leo Chenal into a more natural spot, also increasing his value.
Grade: A-
1.08: New Orleans Saints – Jordyn Tyson, WR, Arizona State
Analysis: The Saints selected my top overall WR in Tyson, who is a perfect complement for Chris Olave. While they need to work on their defense, the depth and strengths of this class will allow them to do so on Day 2. Here, they continue to support their sophomore QB, who flashed very good play last season.
Fantasy impact: Tyson will go behind Tate in most drafts, as he is the WR2 on his team. However, the scheme and talent around him are phenomenal. He boosts the stock of Tyler Shough and Chris Olave, taking pressure off of both. This does hurt hopes of Ja’Lynn Polk or Devaughn Vele breaking out, though.
Grade: A
1.09: Cleveland Browns – Spencer Fano, OT, Utah
Trade: Kansas City sends 1.09, 3.74, & 5.148 to Cleveland for 1.06
Analysis: The Browns add another top-75 pick and still get the top OL in the class. Fano received criticism during the pre-draft process for short arms and moving to RT once Caleb Lomu (more on him later) came to Salt Lake. However, this was a Tristin Wirfs at Iowa situation, where the newcomer (current Rams LT Alaric Jackson) was less flexible in switching sides, so the better OL ended up moving. Fano expects to move back to the left side and stabilize a surprisingly improved Browns OL. Fano was the highest (non-Jermod McCoy, who will be excluded from that discussion due to injury) player on my board and was their biggest need.
Fantasy impact: OL are, in fact, sexy & important for fantasy. Fano finalizes the move from poor to solid on this OL, which will be good for Quinshon Judkins and whoever Cleveland takes in 2027 (or Shedeur Sanders).
Grade: A+
1.10: New York Giants – Francis Mauigoa, OL, Miami
Analysis: The Giants grab a mauler to play RG until Jermaine Eluemunor moves on. Boosting the OL is paramount for Harbaugh’s rebuild, and this was their weakest spot. He fits the scheme well, and time at RG will alleviate concerns about his ability to stick at tackle, or at least give him time to grow.
Fantasy impact: Again, OL is massively important. Rounding out the OL is a boost to all offensive players, with the clear commitment to the run game benefiting Skattebo & Tracy.
Grade: B+
1.11: Dallas Cowboys – Caleb Downs, S, Ohio State
Trade: Miami sends 1.11 to Dallas for 1.12, 5.177, & 5.180
Analysis: Here. We. Go. The best player in the class finally gets selected. Sorry to the bossman, but Dallas made the best pick of the draft. Downs slides, as safeties often do (see Derwin James & Kyle Hamilton), but lands in a place that needs his versatility, toughness, grit, and S-tier IQ. Downs may wear the green dot this season while playing in the nickel in Christian Parker’s defense. Parting with two 5th-rounders is a more than acceptable price to pay in order to secure Dallas’ new defensive cornerstone.
Fantasy impact: There are reasonable trepidations about taking a Safety high in both the NFL and IDP, but Downs may very well be the IDP 1.01. I tend to value DBs higher, so he is my IDP 1.01.
Grade: A+
1.12: Miami Dolphins – Kadyn Proctor, OL, Alabama
Trade: Dallas sends 1.12, 5.177, & 5.180 to Miami for 1.11
Analysis: It makes perfect sense for the Dolphins to address the trenches here. New regimes tend to do this, and it’s the right call for a team with so many holes; start finding stability and get the flashy pieces later. The specific player is an interesting one, as a bit of a reach for Proctor, who will also switch positions (from LT to RG or RT). He has incredible upside and flashed top-5 talent throughout his collegiate career, but weight & consistency scare some off. I had two OTs and an OG graded higher, which does lower my grade a bit, though adding a few more picks helps too.
Fantasy impact: It is a positive! The Dolphins are seemingly leaning into the power run game, which will be interesting for DeVon Achane’s future with Miami. There is a chance that Proctor is now the best receiver on the Dolphins. Let’s see if the “Krispy Kreme” package follows.
Grade: B-
1.13: Los Angeles Rams – Ty Simpson, QB, Alabama
Analysis: WOW! This was a shocker. Simpson is a fascinating prospect and did land in an ideal place, where he can sit and learn behind potential HOFers at QB & HC. He has very good arm talent, athleticism, and feel (though he needs more reps), but a smaller stature, spotty accuracy, and limited reps give real pause. My main concern is not so much with the player (who has been overhated) as with the process. The Rams were the true runner-ups this season, almost tasting another Lombardi. The Rams made all-in moves with both former Chiefs CBs, but this does not fit that bill.
They had a chance to pick a QB, which they will not often have, which makes sense. However, they had multiple true first-round OL and a few fun WRs available. It is sensible on one side but disappointing on the other. Simpson is solid, though, and could explode in this offense!
Fantasy impact: Well, Simpson needs to be drafted highly! It is a good long-term sign for their weapons, knowing that a QB will be on the roster past 2027.
Grade: Who the hell knows…. C?
1.14: Baltimore Ravens – Olaivavega Ioane, OG, Penn State
Analysis: The chalkiest non-Mendoza pick did happen! The Ravens’ interior OL has been decimated with Tyler Linderbaum going to Vegas, and recent mid-round picks have been underwhelming. Ioane is a very good all-around blocker who adds competence and stability. Somewhat surprised the Ravens did not pivot to Bain, but this shows faith in and helps Lamar Jackson. I do have other linemen rated slightly higher, but Ioane fits this team the best with day-1 readiness and proven experience on the interior.
Fantasy Impact: Like always, this is a positive! Ioane is a great pass protector and is nasty in the run game. The King and the Lamarkable one should return to form this year.
Grade: A-
1.15: Tampa Bay Buccaneers – Rueben Bain Jr, EDGE, Miami
Analysis: The slide has ended! Bain, like Downs, fell due to a lack of sexiness and apparent ceiling. Bain has dominated CFB for years and was at his best during the playoffs. He is dominant against the run and an ass-kicker while rushing the passer. He and Yaya Diaby will make this team hellacious to play. This is an ideal situation for the Buccaneers.
Fantasy Impact: Feels like I have said this before… but Bain is in play for IDP 1.01! The relative lack of “juice” makes him less likely to go there, but in leagues where tackles outweigh sacks, Bain could be a great early pick. Yaya Diaby’s stock actually rises with Bain, as he (and his awesome metrics) now have less attention and more chances at finishing plays. It is a bummer for Chris Braswell, who falls to EDGE4 or 5 and is probably out of relevance barring a switch to off-ball LB.
Grade: A+
1.16: New York Jets – Kenyon Sadiq, TE, Oregon
Analysis: If you watched the FIF round 1 live stream, you saw my reaction to this pick:
Just…. Confusion? I like Sadiq a lot, despite poor counting stats. He is dynamic and a freak athlete who can win with those tools and with power & strength. He is willing in the run game too, making him a true 3-down threat. The fit in Frank Reich’s offense makes a lot of sense, even with 2025 2nd rounder Mason Taylor. However, how long will Reich & Glenn be there? The Jets picked a good player, but a very unexpected one, who was left at WR, CB, and on the OL. I like Sadiq more than those WRs, but still an odd pick!
Fantasy impact: Sucks for Mason Taylor! He is not dead, but has been Michael Mayered…. The rest of the receiving corps will be discussed later (spoilers!). In a great spot, Sadiq could have been the 1.04 in dyno leagues, but this landing spot does not allow for that. He still should be a top-8 pick, but without a long-term QB, this is an interesting spot!
Grade: Again… idk? C+
1.17: Detroit Lions – Blake Miller, OT, Clemson
Analysis: Not my favorite OT on the board (I have 3 rated higher), but this is a pure double off the wall and a great fit for Dan Campbell and co. Miller started over 50 games at RT during his time at Clemson, earning the nickname “Iron Man.” The ceiling is not elite, but we can reasonably expect similar play to Taylor Decker (though on the right). He is a bit lower on my board, but he is a perfect fit for what this team stands for and needs.
Fantasy impact: Great news for Jahmyr Gibbs, Jared Goff, and the receivers. Miller is steady and NFL-ready, which will help return the Lions’ line to a strength.
Grade: B+
1.18: Minnesota Vikings – Caleb Banks, DT, Florida
Analysis: WHOA BABY! Yet another shocker to come across the screen! Banks has bonkers talent and athleticism. Whatever deity you believe in, you can be sure they had a blast making Banks… until they forgot to turn the injury sliders down. Injuries and production are a terrifying duo of flaws, but they feel a bit different. Banks was often in a position to make impact plays, but was unable to convert and finish. If injuries and inconsistency continue, Banks could be the biggest bust of the draft. But if Brian Flores can unlock him… he may be the best pick.
Fantasy impact: In a DT league, Banks is a must-grab. This is a non-flashy class at the position, so Banks almost certainly shoots to the top spot, even though the floor is really more of a sub-floor. If he can stay healthy, having Banks is a massive boost for the LBs and EDGE group, though he does make Jalen Redmond’s breakout hopes a bit less likely.
Grade: A+ for rule of cool, B- in actuality.
1.19: Carolina Panthers – Monroe Freeling, OT, Georgia
Analysis: OT was not the most immediate need for the Panthers, with the bridge signing of Rasheed Walker. However, getting a top-12 player at a premium position is incredibly difficult to pass up. Freeling has immense talent and has improved by leaps and bounds this season. With Icky Ekwonu’s injury and Taylor Moton’s age, they may have circumvented a problem that a team like the Lions did not.
Fantasy impact: This is a long-term boost for Bryce Young, who the Panthers are going all-out to protect. If Young is unable to prove his status as a franchise QB, Freeling helps make Carolina a juicy landing spot for their next QB.
Grade: A
1.20: Philadelphia Eagles – Makai Lemon, WR, USC
Trade: Dallas sends 1.20 to Philadelphia for 1.23, 4.114, & 4.137
Analysis: Well, this is another step in confirming AJB’s departure from Philly. Lemon has been polarizing, with some seeing it as WR1 and others as WR5. I fall more towards the latter, just due to minuscule size and average athleticism. He does not feel like a great fit, as he does the most damage over the middle, where Jalen Hurts famously refuses to throw. They did not give up much to secure their guy, which helped the overall value. Lemon has Amon-Ra St. Brown comps, which are lofty but seem well within the realm of possibility.
If he can hit close to that level of play, it will be great for Philly’s long-term outlook. Despite being a bit of a Lemon doubter, he is good value. This was the real sweet spot for him and makes a ton of sense, even if I would prefer someone who went with the next pick.
Fantasy impact: Seeing the Eagles support DeVonta Smith with another good player is great for his outlook as he steps into the WR1 role. Lemon’s selection does make newly acquired Dontavyion Wicks and Hollywood Brown have a harder path to snaps, while potentially lowering Dallas Goedert’s outlook in his final year as an Eagle. For Lemon, he will still be seen as WR1 by some, but ends day 1 as my WR4 in fantasy leagues (which is more a reflection of his situation and QB than the player).
Grade: B
1.21: Pittsburgh Steelers – Max Iheanachor, OT, Arizona State
Analysis: This pick effing rocks. The developmental tackle from Arizona State is the final (non-Jerod-Eddins-McCoy) player in my top-10 to be selected. The Steelers have a fascinating mix: they need OL help badly but aren’t desperate for it. Iheanacho has legitimate All-Pro upside if he can be developed properly, which would obviously be spectacular to reach in the 20s. The Steelers are getting clowned for getting sniped on Makai Lemon, but in my opinion, they get the better player (no shade to Lemon) and the higher upside. One could argue that going for a more pro-ready player would make more sense, but there really is not a worthwhile player in this range.
Fantasy impact: for this year? Probably not much. Broderick Jones has been a disaster, but Iheanachor will have growing pains if/when he replaces him (he would be on the right, while 2024 first-rounder Troy Fautanu slides to the left). But building a killer line is always good for fantasy assets!
Grade: A
1.22: Los Angeles Chargers – Akheem Mesidor, EDGE, Miami
Analysis: UGGGGHHHHH. We go from maybe my favorite player in the class to one of my least favorites… and to a team I (stupidly) have an affinity for. Mesidor is a fine player, but this is a massive reach for me. I have him outside of my top-50 as a 25-year-old who has injury history, limited functional athleticism, and did not really breakout until he was 24 and playing with an absolute dynamo in Reuben Bain Jr. To me, the ceiling of Mesidoor is an outside-in DE who is a 3rd rusher. He should be good, but is just a worse version of Khalil Mack on a team that already has Khalil Mack.
That type of player in the 50s-70s is a great pick. In the 20s? I hate it. A higher upside swing with Keldric Faulk (who is far better against the run) or Malachi Lawrence (who has massive DPR+ potential) would fit this team better.
Fantasy impact: All this really does is kill the potential of Kyle Kennard’s rise as a DPR. He will be the 3rd rusher behind Mack and Tuli Tuipulotu.
Grade: C-
1.23: Dallas Cowboys – Malachi Lawrence, EDGE, UCF
Trade: Philadelphia sends 1.23, 4.114, & 4.137 to Dallas for 1.20
Analysis: This is a fun pick, a pairing that has been discussed over the past weeks. He adds an incredible amount of juice to the pass rush, while not having the pressure of being a true alpha out of the gate. It’s still a bit of a reach (despite my wishing he was the last pick), but the upside is real and worth a shot. There are more polished, ready EDGEs on the board, but none have the pass-rush juice Lawrence does. We also must add that in their two trades, Dallas went from 12 & 20 to 11 & 23 while turning picks 5.177 & 5.180 into 4.114 (+66) & 4.137 (+43), which feels like great value.
Fantasy impact: Lawrence will start as a rotational DPR, but still has 8+ sack ability in a defense that is looking much better. The upside makes him worth taking higher than the 2026 numbers would suggest, but he is still not a top-5-type pick.
Grade: B
1.24: Cleveland Browns – KC Concepcion, WR, Texas A&M
Analysis: The Browns get their WR1! This was a fit I absolutely loved and am thrilled it came to fruition. Concepcion has all you would want in a WR, aside from great hands. The drops are a concern, but if they can be corrected, he could be the top WR in this class. WR was the biggest need for Cleveland (after picking Fano), and they nailed it with the best WR (and one of the best overall players) remaining.
Fantasy impact: Unfortunately for Concepcion, he remains on a team that does not have a QB. He knocks Jeudy and my guy Cedric Tillman down a rung, lowering their fantasy values. He does give 2027 QB1 a real game breaker to pair with Harold Fannin Jr.
Grade: A
1.25: Chicago Bears – Dillon Thieneman, S, Oregon
Analysis: A great value for Chicago, who got a player many expected to go in the top-15. Thieneman pairs with Coby Bryant to reshape the safety room. He was one of the top remaining players and fits Dennis Allen’s scheme quite well, with great ability coming down against the run or in coverage.
Fantasy Impact: Thieneman will be the main box safety in Chicago, with Bryant playing more deep. Thieneman is clearly the DB2 in this class and could sneak into the top 6 IDP picks depending on needs/setup.
Grade: A
1.26: Houston Texans – Keylan Rutledge, iOL, Georgia Tech
Trade: Buffalo sends 1.26 & 3.91 to Houston for 1.28, 3.66, and 5.167
Analysis: This is a bit rich, but getting a future interior lynchpin is vital for this team. Rutledge is a glass-eater who fits the team’s mantra like a glove. He projects to start at Center for the Texans, giving strength and movement skills to a team that has ranked 31st in rush success rate since CJ Stroud took over. Still, a reach and trade-up does drop the grade a bit.
Fantasy Impact: Of all the OL picks, this one has one of the higher impacts. The Texans’ OL has been awful for all of the DeMeco Ryans & CJ Stroud tenure. Big boost for the run game and pass catchers.
Grade: C+
1.27: Miami Dolphins – Chris Johnson, CB, San Diego State
Trade: San Francisco trades 1.27 & 4.138 to Miami for 1.30 & 3.90
Analysis: The trade cannot be ignored, but with so much capital, I can live with it for Miami. Johnson has been a riser lately and is a perfect fit for Jeff Hafley’s zone defense. Miami’s defense backfield is led by… Dante Trader Jr (who I like!), so getting a good player is vital. He was a top-24 player on my board, so this is a strong value, though this spot would make much sense for McCoy!
Fantasy impact: Again, I do not value boundary CBs highly. Maybe this helps make CB2 more IDP viable, as they will be targeted often.
Grade: B+
1.28: New England Patriots – Caleb Lomu, OT, Utah
Trade: Buffalo (again) sends 1.28 to New England for 1.31 & 4.125
Analysis: The last true 1st round OL goes here, to a very interesting spot. The Patriot OL looks solid now, adding Alijah Vera-Tucker and sliding Jared Wilson to Center. Lomu needs to add strength, but gives depth across all 5 spots. The trade-up is just a 4th-rounder, which is fair for a potential LT of the future!
Fantasy impact: good all around! Now the Pats can get their best 5 out there, no matter who that is.
Grade: B
1.29: Kansas City Chiefs – Peter Woods, DT, Clemson
Analysis: Woods was the top player in the class coming into this season. Woods did not play well in 2025, with poor production (more rushing yards than pressures) as Clemson completely fell apart. The talent is absolutely there, and this could feel like an absolute steal. There are good talents here, but few have the level of game-wrecking ability like Woods.
Fantasy Impact: Well, how high will Woods go now? He may sneak into the top-8 IDP picks as he learns to refine his game from Chris Jones, who also gets a boost from another badass on the line.
1.30: New York Jets – Omar Cooper Jr, WR
Trade: San Francisco sends 1.30 to New York for 2.33 & 5.179
Analysis: The Jets jumped a little bit to get the receiver many of us expected them to take at 1.16. The analysis there still makes sense, as he adds another element to this corps: explosiveness and YAC ability. Cooper is a tough receiver who has alignment versatility. This is a much better value than at 16, though there are still some players I like more here.
Fantasy Impact: Adonai Mitchell had a fun stretch as a WR2, but that is now over. Cooper complements Garrett Wilson incredibly well in terms of alignment and skill set. The QB they take in 2027 has a plethora of weapons!
Grade: B-
1.31: Tennessee Titans – Keldric Faulk, EDGE, Auburn
Trade: Buffalo sends 1.31, 3.69, and 5.165 to Tennessee for 2.35, 3.66, & 4.101
Analysis: Faulk finally gets picked! One of the more hated prospects of this cycle fell way too far, but lands with Robert Saleh. Faulk projects incredibly similarly to Mykel Williams… who Robert Saleh took in the top-12 last year. Faulk is an elite run-defender who has flashed some pass-rush talent throughout his career. Saleh is a great bet to get the most out of him, given his history as a hybrid EDGE/DE. A little trade up to secure the last non-Jermod McCoy player in my top-20 is well worth it.
Fantasy impact: I love this spot for Faulk. I have been high on him throughout the process, which will remain true. He and Jermaine Johsnon are a force outside of Jeffery Simmons, and both should have ample TFL and a few sack attempts. He does not have the polish to go over the big-3 rushers, but he is absolutely a top-10 IDP pick.
Grade: A
1.32: Seattle Seahawks – Jadarian Price, RB, Notre Dame
Analysis: Oh Seattle, you weirdos. Price is a good player, but saw over 15 touches once in his career. He is a massive projection, giving pause to a 1st-rounder, especially at RB. The Seahawks have few holes, so they could afford to get a little luxurious… which they absolutely did. Corner and EDGE depth were far bigger holes with good players available, so this is a surprising pick, even if there is a gap between him and RB3.
Fantasy impact: Well, Price is almost certainly a top-6 pick now. With Zach Charbonnet injured, Price expects to be the bellcow to start the year. Having another solid back (and thus running game) reduces regression risk for the passing game as well.
Grade: C