Chargers RB Omarion Hampton is among 12 fantasy football players predicted to have breakout seasons by Yahoo Fantasy experts Matt Harmon and Ray Garvin.
In their recent podcast, The Breakout Pod, Harmon and Garvin identified several players they believe will outperform their current average draft position (ADP) and become top fantasy contributors in the 2026 season.
Hammon, a 2024 second-round pick, is one of the most intriguing candidates on the list. His emergence as a key player in the Chargers' backfield could make him a valuable asset for fantasy teams.
The Jaguars' Bhayshul Tuten and Panthers' Tetairoa McMillan are also expected to make significant contributions. Tuten, a 2023 fifth-round pick, has shown flashes of brilliance in the Jaguars' preseason, while McMillan, a 2023 first-round pick, has impressed with his athleticism and playmaking ability.
Panthers RB Jonathon Brooks is another player who could benefit from a breakout season. The 2024 fourth-round pick has been touted as a potential workhorse for the Panthers and could become a top fantasy option.
Malik Willis, the Dolphins' 2023 third-round pick, is also expected to have a breakout season. His strong preseason performances have generated buzz about his potential as a fantasy quarterback.
The Rams' Terrance Ferguson and Ravens' Zay Flowers are also predicted to have breakout seasons. Ferguson, a 2023 fifth-round pick, has shown promise as a tight end, while Flowers, a 2023 second-round pick, has impressed with his speed and agility.
Tyler Shough, the Saints' 2022 seventh-round pick, is another player who could benefit from a breakout season. The quarterback has shown improvement in the preseason and could become a valuable asset for fantasy teams.
Colts TE Tyler Warren and WR Josh Downs are also expected to have breakout seasons. Warren, a 2023 fourth-round pick, has shown promise as a tight end, while Downs, a 2023 third-round pick, has impressed with his speed and agility.
RJ Harvey, the Broncos' 2024 second-round pick, is also predicted to have a breakout season. The running back has shown flashes of brilliance in the preseason and could become a top fantasy option.
Rome Odunze, the Bears' 2023 first-round pick, is another player who could benefit from a breakout season. The wide receiver has shown promise as a deep threat and could become a valuable asset for fantasy teams.
The 12 players identified by Harmon and Garvin offer a mix of veterans and rookies, each with their own unique strengths and weaknesses. As the 2026 season approaches, fantasy teams will be eager to see which of these players can live up to their breakout predictions.
Source: Yahoo Sports