Rich Hribar· Aug 5, 2026
In his 2026 quarterback ADP trends piece, Hribar names Jordan Love (QB19 in ADP) as the best late-round bet to be this year's cheap breakout at the position and Baker Mayfield as a standout value at QB2 pricing, and expects Cam Ward and Tyler Shough to be full-season starters in Year 2.
“Jordan Love is the best bet under that umbrella if looking to run it back this season.”
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- Depth Chart CallsCam WardAug 5, 2026
Cam Ward to be 1st on the depth chart
“This year, Cam Ward and Tyler Shough are passers we are expecting to be full-season starters in Year 2 and are being selected as QB2 options.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Depth Chart CallsTyler ShoughAug 5, 2026
Tyler Shough to be 1st on the depth chart
“This year, Cam Ward and Tyler Shough are passers we are expecting to be full-season starters in Year 2 and are being selected as QB2 options.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Sleeper CallsJordan LoveAug 5, 2026
Jordan Love to outplay his draft cost (QB19 in ADP)
“Jordan Love is the best bet under that umbrella if looking to run it back this season. Love is currently QB19 in ADP and is 12th in current odds to lead the league in passing touchdowns.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Sleeper CallsBaker MayfieldAug 5, 2026
Baker Mayfield to outplay his draft cost (a QB2)
“Mayfield does not have elite rushing upside, but he is a standout pick as a QB2 when you pair everything together.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
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- Josh EdwardsRoster Spot Calls · Cam WardHit · 100A CBS Sports piece on roster-cut season names likely starters and roster/cut candidates across several teams, including Chiefs and Cowboys cornerback depth charts, the Chargers' projected offensive line, Jalin Hyatt as a Giants cut candidate, Cole Payton headed for Philadelphia's practice squad, and Cam Ward and Mitchell Trubisky as safe on Tennessee's roster.
- Bill HuberRoster Spot Calls · Jordan LoveHit · 100Huber predicts the Packers will open the regular season with Jordan Love and Tyrod Taylor as the two quarterbacks on the 53-man roster, with Kyle McCord landing on the practice squad and potentially becoming the backup in 2026.
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