Analyst Joel Smyth outlines five critical questions for NFC teams that could shape the 2026 fantasy landscape. The 49ers’ offense remains a focal point, with Brock Purdy’s elite target rate and yardage per attempt making him a top fantasy QB, while the return of George Kittle from an Achilles tear and the potential rise of Ricky Pearsall add upside to the roster. Meanwhile, Carolina’s running back picture is in flux; Rico Dowdle’s early surge was eclipsed by Chuba Hubbard’s emergence, and Dowdle’s impending free‑agent status adds uncertainty to the RB1 spot.
NFC Teams Face Key Fantasy Questions This Offseason
NFC teams enter the 2026 offseason with unanswered questions that could impact fantasy rosters, including the 49ers’ quarterback situation and Carolina’s RB1 spot.