Fantasy football managers preparing for Week 9 of the 2026 NFL season have new rankings for tight ends, kickers, and defenses from analyst Patrick Daugherty of NBC Sports. The rankings, published on November 5, 2026, aim to help owners set their lineups for the upcoming weekend of games.
Daugherty's weekly breakdown evaluates matchups, recent performance, and injury reports to provide a tiered list at each position. The tight end rankings highlight players with favorable matchups, while the kicker and defense/special teams sections consider weather conditions and opponent offensive tendencies.
Fantasy players can use these rankings as a guide when making start-sit decisions for Week 9. The full rankings are available through NBC Sports' fantasy football coverage.
