Cincinnati Bengals Fantasy Football Guide 2026: Chase at 1.01
Ja'Marr Chase is the consensus 1.01 pick in 2026 after back-to-back WR1 seasons. The Bengals' pass-heavy offense makes them one of the most fantasy-friendly teams in the league.
Ja'Marr Chase — WR · ADP ~1 · Draft Range: 1.01
Chase is the safest 1.01 pick in fantasy. 100+ receptions, 1,300+ yards, and 10+ TDs are the expectation. Don't overthink it — take Chase at 1.01 in PPR leagues.
Joe Burrow — QB · ADP ~37 · Draft Range: Round 3–5
Burrow's connection with Chase and Higgins makes him a top-8 QB. If you draft Chase early, consider the Burrow stack in Round 4 for correlated upside.
Tee Higgins — WR · ADP ~23 · Draft Range: Round 2–3
Higgins is a WR1 when healthy, which has been the caveat. When he plays 16+ games, he delivers 1,000 yards and 8+ TDs. Worth the Round 2–3 investment if you believe in his health.
Chase Brown — RB · ADP ~65 · Draft Range: Round 6–8
Brown emerged as the lead back in 2025. In a pass-heavy offense, his receiving work (40+ catches) gives him RB2 upside in PPR formats.
Stacking Strategy
Chase + Burrow is the premier stack in 2026. Add Higgins in Round 3 for a triple-stack in best-ball tournaments. Use our Cheat Sheet Generator to plan your picks.