Top Unkept Targets: Who Will Be The #1 Overall Pick?
By Julian Mercer | GLFL Draft & Scouting Columnist • August 15, 2026
Rookie RB Jeremiyah Love has emerged as the consensus top overall asset heading into draft night.
With keeper deadlines looming on August 23rd, front offices across the GLFL are crunching the numbers to decide who stays and who goes into the open pool. While several franchise staples will be locked up, early scouting reports reveal a stacked tier of elite, unkept talent available when the draft kicks off on August 30th.
If these top names clear the keeper wire, expect high-stakes moves at the top of Round 1:
Jeremiyah Love (RB, Cardinals) — 367.6 Projected Points
The Take: The absolute crown jewel of the draft class. With a projected output pushing near 370 fantasy points, Love brings game-breaking upside. Miami holds the keys at Pick #1—if he isn't kept, it's hard to imagine Richard Head passing on a clear-cut RB1.
The Take: A high-volume, dual-threat weapon out of the backfield. Skattebo is projected for well over 300 points and represents a plug-and-play centerpiece for any squad picking in the top four.
Malik Nabers (WR, Giants) — 303.1 Projected Points
The Take: The top receiver expected in the open pool. Nabers brings explosive, week-winning target volume. Brooklyn (#2) or Vegas (#3) could easily pull the trigger to lock down a true WR1 alpha.
The Take: A dynamic running back projected for huge point totals who bridges the gap between the top tier and mid-first-round value. Cleveland (#4) and Chicago (#5) will be paying close attention.
The Take: A high-ceiling wideout who presents immediate starter production. Tate will be high on the board for teams picking in the middle to late first round.
Once keeper selections are submitted on Sunday, August 23rd at 7:00 PM CST, we'll have the exact, finalized list of every available player on the board.
Until then, all eyes remain on the front offices as they decide whether to hold onto their rostered talent or throw these superstars into the draft night battle!
