Welcome to StashDay! Saturdays are for reflection, and that includes our dynasty rosters. And what would our dynasty rosters be in 2026 without stashes for the 2027 season? We are near the start of the 2026 NFL season (on a Wednesday for some reason), and these players are ready to fill your taxi spots. They may contribute this season, but by this time next year it could be too late to try to get them.
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Ty Simpson | QB | LAR
The Rams have made serious moves for now and the future: CB Trent McDuffie was acquired and extended in March, and EDGE Myles Garrett was acquired in June. Oh, and the Rams spent a 1st-round pick on Ty Simpson after making Matthew Stafford the starter for as long as he wants to play. Simpson made the most of his preseason opportunities with mistake-free football, including three TDs and a nearly 80% completion rate. It’s not lost on me that this is the preseason, but you love to see the quarterback of the future looking comfortable in one of the NFL’s best offenses. No matter how well Simpson performed, this is still Stafford’s job until he decides otherwise, so throw Simpson on your taxi squad until that day comes.
Seth McGowan | RB | IND
A 7th-round, nearly 26-year-old running back certainly makes McGowan a stash. McGowan dealt with off-field issues, which kept him out of college football in the 2021-2023 seasons. Regardless, he finished his career at Kentucky and offers the Colts a tall, sturdy running back. Where McGowan lacks explosiveness, he more than makes up for it with decisiveness, vision, and power. While D.J. Giddens is currently slotted as the RB-2, he is dealing with a hamstring injury, which gives McGowan more opportunity. No one is expecting McGowan to take Jonathan Taylor’s job; however, a running back handcuff always has value. So stash that value for now.
Oscar Delp | TE | NOLA
Delp was a 3rd-round selection out of Georgia, boasting high-end athleticism and burst. He is more likely to get snaps as a move tight end than an inline tight end given his slight frame and dependable hands; however, he is a capable blocker. Delp has veterans Juwan Johnson and Noah Fant ahead of him, and both have their roles in this offense. But Delp serves as the heir apparent to Johnson’s role, and in the meantime he can rotate in plenty in his rookie season given his versatility. Shough could very well be the Saints’ quarterback of the future, and Delp is joining at the perfect time. While Delp deals with a preseason injury, look to stash him and reap the benefits later.
Eli Raridon | TE | NE
The Patriots have made moves to their offense to better support their young superstar, Drake Maye. The addition of A.J. Brown will no doubt upgrade the receiver room, but the drafting of Raridon in the 3rd round this year helps boost the tight end group. New England did re-sign veteran Hunter Henry; however, as he approaches his 32nd birthday, it's no secret he'll need a successor. Raridon has an injury history that is cause for concern, but his size, athleticism, and route running make him an ideal all-around tight end for Maye. Adding Raridon also gives the Patriots a chance to deploy more 12 personnel. So whether it is this season or next, look for Raridon to contribute to this budding offense.
Adam Randall | RB | BAL
I have an affinity for wide receivers-turned-running backs. What can I say? Randall has an intriguing blend of size and speed that fits in nicely behind the ageless Derrick Henry. Veterans Justice Hill and Rasheen Ali remain on the roster, but it’s not unrealistic to see a path for Randall to carve out a role as early as this season. Randall is still new to the running back position, but he can hit the hole with speed and power while offering value as a checkdown option. The Ravens’ offense is led by a new coaching staff, but I expect the rushing attack to remain a key component. And did I mention I’m a sucker for a converted running back?
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