2026 NFL Draft Stock Report: Risers & Fallers

A look at four players whose draft stock went up or down after the NFL Scouting Combine

Mar. 11, 2026 at 11:07am

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After the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine, several players saw their draft stock rise or fall based on their performances. This report examines four players - two risers and two fallers - and the fantasy football implications of their draft stock changes.

Why it matters

The NFL Scouting Combine is a key event that can significantly impact a player's draft position and fantasy football outlook. Understanding how certain players' stock has changed provides valuable insights for fantasy managers ahead of the upcoming NFL Draft.

The details

On the rise is offensive tackle Monroe Freeling, who impressed with elite athleticism for his size, and cornerback Jermod McCoy, who could vault into the top 15 picks if he performs well at his Pro Day after missing the 2025 season. Falling are wide receiver Jeff Caldwell, who has raw route-running but elite measurables, and running back Emmett Johnson, whose 40-yard dash and 3-cone drill times were underwhelming despite his strong vision.

  • The 2026 NFL Scouting Combine took place in Indianapolis.
  • Tennessee's Pro Day is scheduled for the end of March 2026.

The players

Monroe Freeling

An offensive tackle prospect considered a bit raw in his development, but who impressed with elite measurements and testing at the Combine, including a 6-foot-7 3/8 inch height, 84.5 inch wingspan, and 4.93 second 40-yard dash.

Jermod McCoy

A cornerback prospect who did not participate in the Combine due to a torn ACL that kept him out of the 2025 season, but could potentially vault into the top 15 picks if he performs well at Tennessee's Pro Day later this month.

Jeff Caldwell

A wide receiver prospect who went from potentially being a late Day 3 or undrafted player to firmly in the Day 3 pick conversation thanks to his elite measurables, including a 4.31 second 40-yard dash, 42-inch vertical, and 11-foot-2-inch broad jump.

Emmett Johnson

A running back prospect whose stock may have taken a hit due to a 4.56 second 40-yard dash and 7.32 second 3-cone drill, which are in the 45th and 9th percentiles respectively, despite his strong vision as a runner.

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What’s next

Tennessee's Pro Day at the end of March 2026 will be an important event for Jermod McCoy's draft stock, as a strong performance could remove him from the 'fallers' list.

The takeaway

The 2026 NFL Scouting Combine provided valuable insights into the draft stock of several key prospects, with players like Monroe Freeling and Jeff Caldwell seeing their stock rise due to elite athletic testing, while others like Emmett Johnson may have fallen due to underwhelming measurables. These developments will have significant fantasy football implications as managers prepare for the upcoming NFL Draft.