With the NFL Draft now in the rearview mirror, fantasy football rosters are taking shape—and that means it's the perfect time for our first staff mock draft of the season. Yahoo's Matt Harmon and Justin Boone recently sat down for a 10-round, 10-team, half-PPR, 1QB league format draft, and they've broken down their biggest takeaways from every round.

The big question on everyone's mind: Are running backs back as a dominant force in fantasy? After a few seasons where wide receivers stole the spotlight, this mock draft suggests a shift. Early rounds saw a surge of RBs being selected, signaling that fantasy managers are once again prioritizing the workhorse backs who can anchor a lineup. Harmon and Boone highlight how the 2026 rookie class, combined with veteran bounce-back candidates, is reshaping the RB landscape.

Each round offered its own intrigue. From the first-round studs who can carry your team to the mid-round sleepers who might define your season, the staff picks reveal key strategies for building a championship roster. Boone notes that the half-PPR format rewards versatile backs who catch passes, while Harmon points out that the 1QB setup allows for deeper value at other positions.

Whether you're a seasoned fantasy veteran or new to the game, this mock draft provides a roadmap for your own draft prep. The insights from Harmon and Boone will help you spot value, avoid pitfalls, and ultimately build a team that can compete for the title. After all, the draft may be over for NFL teams, but for fantasy managers, the real season starts now.