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DK Metcalf: 2026 Fantasy Outlook

Our model projects DK Metcalf for 181 PPR points in 2026 (10.6 per week), ranking him WR29 and #83 overall. That projection is built on a 18% target share. The market drafts DK Metcalf around pick 70 (round 6), a full round ahead of our model's #83 overall — you'll have to pay above our projection to roster him.

Projected points
181
PPR, full 2026 season
Per week
10.6
projected PPR points
Model rank
#83
WR29 at his position
ADP
70.0
average draft pick (Sleeper)
Tier
8
our positional tier

What's behind the projection

Target share18%share of his team's throws that go to him
Snap share82th pcthow often he's on the field, vs. his position
Team quality50th pcthis offense's opponent-adjusted rating

Frequently asked

Should I draft DK Metcalf in 2026 fantasy football?

Only at a discount. The market drafts DK Metcalf around pick 70 (round 6), a full round ahead of our model's #83 overall — you'll have to pay above our projection to roster him.

What round should DK Metcalf go in 2026 fantasy drafts?

DK Metcalf is being drafted around pick 70 (round 6 of a 12-team draft). Our model values him at #83 overall, a round-7 pick.

What is DK Metcalf's 2026 fantasy projection?

Our model projects DK Metcalf for 181 PPR points in 2026 — 10.6 points per week — making him the WR29 in our rankings. The projection blends our custom pipeline with consensus and updates weekly through draft season.

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Projections from our custom pipeline blended with consensus, built on nflverse data · refreshed through draft season · rounds assume a 12-team draft.

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