2026 NFL Draft: Dynasty Fantasy Football Winners and Losers from the NFC East

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With the 2026 NFL Draft now over, we can accurately re-assess the depth charts of teams around the NFL. In this series, we’ll be taking a look at players who either gained or lost value based on what their team did during the draft. Today, we’ll dive deep into the NFC East! Dallas Cowboys Draft Class Round 1, Pick 11: Caleb Downs , S Ohio State Round 1, Pick 23: Malachi Lawrence , EDGE UCF Round 3, Pick 28: Jaishawn Burham, EDGE Michigan Round 4, Pick 12: Drew Shelton, OT Penn State Round 4, Pick 37: LT Overton, EDGE Alabama Round 7, Pick 2: Anthony Smith, WR East Carolina Winner: Javonte Williams , RB For the tenth year in a row, the Cowboys did not use a day one or day two pick at the running back position, opting this season to focus almost exclusively on the defensive side of the ball. In previous years, it’s been a head-scratcher, but this year the Cowboys return Williams to lead their backfield. He was outstanding last year, finishing as the RB12 in PPR leagues thanks to 1,200 rushing yards and 11 rushing touchdowns, both career highs. Because of Williams, running back wasn’t a screaming need for Dallas, but there’s always a risk for a surprise. Behind Williams, the depth chart is lacking. Malik Davis , Jaydon Blue , Phil Mafah and Israel Abanikanda are not going to be a large threat to Williams’ usage in the backfield. There’s always concern about his health, but he’s played in at least 16 games each of the past three seasons. Hopefully his knee issues are behind him and fantasy managers can stop cringing when they see his name. The DLF Expert Rankings have him as the 62nd overall player in dynasty leagues, RB20. In April ADP , he was the RB22, selected 64th overall. SUBSCRIBE TO DLF PREMIUM! Gain Instant Access to this resource and so much more!. Premium membership provides access to all of our industry-leading dynasty fantasy football content. You can also get a DLF Premium Membership for FREE! Find out how . Want more info about DLF Premium? Find out more Have questions or need some help? Contact Us Join DLF Today! Already a DLF Premium Member? Log in now!