Finding the right fantasy football league winners in 2025 can be the difference between finishing in the middle of the pack and taking home your championship trophy. To help you get an edge in your drafts, we’ve turned to our collection of Featured Pros, a trusted group of fantasy football experts who identify the players most likely to deliver league-winning upside this season. From breakout stars to proven veterans poised for big years, these are the names our analysts believe can carry your roster to the top of the standings. Here are our 2025 fantasy football league winners.
2025 Fantasy Football League Winners
Fantasy Football League Winners: Running Backs
What one running back do you believe will be this year’s league winner?
Omarion Hampton (LAC)
“Omarion Hampton is a huge, dynamic runner who also enters the NFL as an immediate pass-catching threat. That gives him the potential to be a young pass-catching Derrick Henry on a team that wants to run the ball first, but also an upper-end QB in Justin Herbert who can get him the ball in space. The best part is you are not spending a first-round pick on Hampton, so you can pair him with a stud WR or RB.”
– Dan McLellan (WBLZ Media)
TreVeyon Henderson (NE)
“TreVeyon Henderson might be the popular pick here, but that does not mean it is incorrect. The explosiveness that the rookie has shown has obviously been publicized enough, but I think the biggest factor is that, with the dearth of talent in the receiving room, Henderson could lead the position in receiving points. Combine all that with arguably the easiest schedule in the league and a tasty championship week matchup with the Jets, and Henderson could lead you to a title.”
– Michael Tomlin (Fantasy Six Pack)
“TreVeyon Henderson has league winner potential, FA SHO. Has the pedigree, looked great in pre-season, has the opportunity available to him to dominate the backfield, and has shown he has big play capability. Sure, it’s the Patriots, and they’ve always split work among RBs, but Mike Vrabel has not. Rhamondre was a plodder as a prospect, and a few injuries later, the speed and quickness don’t seem the same, and on top of that, he has yet to play a full season. Treyveon is fast, he can catch passes, and most importantly for a rookie RB, he can pass block.”
– Brandon ‘B_Don’ Myers (Razzball)
“TreVeyon Henderson will take over this New England backfield if he has not already. He has already shown us his big-play ability and upside. His pass-catching profile and pass blocking will keep him on the field in key situations. He is the type of player who could end up being the top running back and top receiver on his team. Henderson has RB1 overall type of upside, and he is currently being drafted as RB20 and pick 48.”
– David Heilman (Sports Gambling Podcast Network)
Kyren Williams (LAR)
“Kyren Williams of the Los Angeles Rams will be this year’s fantasy football league winner. After a stellar 2024 season, Williams is set to dominate in 2025 as the focal point of a high-octane Rams offense led by Sean McVay. His ability to handle a three-down role, combining efficient rushing with strong receiving skills, makes him a perfect fit for the Rams’ versatile scheme. With Blake Corum as a complementary back, Williams should see a consistent workload, especially in goal-line situations. His current ADP in the early third round offers great value for a player with top-five RB upside. Williams’ combination of volume, efficiency, and red-zone opportunities positions him to deliver championship-winning production in 2025.”
– Aaron St Denis (Fantasy Sports Advice Network)
Tank Bigsby (JAC)
“Tank Bigsby is a guy I can’t stop drafting this offseason. We know the Liam Coen system, which was on full display in Tampa last season. Bigsby isn’t Bucky, but he will play a similar role that Irving occupied a year ago. That leaves plenty of room for touches in an ascending offense. Tank isn’t a great pass catcher, but he’s not a complete zero. And, the best part, you can get him in the 10th round as a likely RB2.”
– Jeremy Shulman (Fantasy Football Universe)
Bijan Robinson (ATL)
“All signs point to Bijan Robinson as one of the most reliable, high-upside RBs in fantasy this season. He blends volume, efficiency, consistency, and team stability, which is a rare combination that puts him in the RB1 discussion for fantasy managers. In 2024, from week 6, Bijan Robinson was the highest-scoring RB in fantasy per game (22.8 PPG in PPR). Of those 12 games from week 6, Robinson had 20+ fantasy points in 10 of these games. If you’re looking for a rock-solid foundation at running back, Bijan is a formidable candidate to deliver top-tier results.”
– Jeff Boggis (Fantasy Football Empire)
“Bijan Robinson, Atlanta Falcons – I hate going chalk, but I can’t find a “sleeper” or bargain with enough upside to justify being called a “league-winning” running back. Omarion Hampton in San Diego and TreVeyon Henderson in New England both flash major upside, but they also have obstacles that will vulture Fantasy production we’d like them to feast on all on their own. Robinson is a beast who does it all: rushing and receiving, total production, and touchdowns. The Falcons’ O-line is one of the best in football, Michael Pennix will move one of the more high-powered overall offenses, and they play in one of the easier divisions in football. I’m playing it safe and going chalk with the gold standard to win your league, and that’s Robinson in 2025.”
– Chris Mitchell (FantasyData)
RJ Harvey (DEN)
“RJ Harvey has the chance to explode in year 1. He’s the clear best and most explosive running back in Denver. He also gets the benefit of being in one of the most valuable backfields in fantasy football, thanks to the Sean Payton system that throws to RBs frequently. ”
– Jake Maraia (FF Dataroma)
Jaylen Warren (PIT)
“A league winner based on value for me is Jaylen Warren. Just two seasons ago, he had 61 catches on 74 targets while playing roughly 45% of the snaps and a poor Steelers offense. I do not think the offense is going to be amazing this year, but with Aaron Rodgers and his limited mobility, he is going to be looking to check it down a lot. Kaleb Johnson will get the Najee Harris role eventually, but Rodgers likes a running back he can trust, and I think that will be Warren pushing for 50-60% of the snaps while catching a ton of passes at an ADP of RB30! The value is too good to pass up, and he could be your RB2 for the entire season if Johnson struggles even a little bit.”
– Shawn Gill (Super Fantasy Bros)
Alvin Kamara (NO)
“Currently being drafted as the RB14, Alvin Kamara is a running back who I believe can be a league winner at that price. He has finished outside the top 12 in FPPG only once in his career and has ranked as a top-six running back in six of his eight seasons. This year, Kamara should serve as a reliable safety blanket for Spencer Rattler.”
– Nick Penticoff (Fantasy Football Astronauts)
Jordan Mason (MIN)
“Jordan Mason is one of my favorite draft targets this season. Last year, he was the RB5 over the first month, filling in for Christian McCaffrey, averaging 17.9 half-point PPR fantasy points per game, totaling 16.9 or more in all but one contest. While the veteran struggled with injuries, Mason was outstanding when healthy. More importantly, he has a real chance to steal significant work from Aaron Jones in 2025. According to Fantasy Points Data, Mason had a better explosive run rate (7.8% vs. 3.5%) and missed forced tackle per attempt rate (22% vs. 11%) than Jones last season. The Vikings’ coaching staff wants both running backs to have half the backfield workload. Yet, don’t be surprised if Mason starts the season as a co-starting running back with a role at the goal line and quickly forces the Vikings to give him more touches.”
– Mike Fanelli (FantasyPros)
Chase Brown (CIN)
“Chase Brown, Bengals. Brown had a breakout season last year, and I don’t think it was a fluke. He didn’t even open the season as the starter and still managed to finish 10th overall in fantasy scoring. He starts from day one in an explosive offense and should get all the goal-line work. Brown is set up for an even better season this year.”
– Jeff Paur (RTSports)
“Chase Brown is a player that owners are going to be happy to have as their team’s anchor this year! Last year, he had an explosive second half of the season, ending the year with 1,250 all-purpose yards and 11 TDs! This year, he is the unquestioned starter in Cincinnati on a team with a putrid defense that will need to score a lot of points. Joe Burrough and the passing game will keep the box clean for Brown, allowing him to have high RB1 value, leading teams to fantasy championships!”
– Adam Dove (The Fantasy Couriers)
Zach Charbonnet (SEA)
“Zach Charbonnet is a league winner to me. Ken Walker III’s durability concerns are nothing new, but Zach Charbonnet showed last year that he had weekly value even with Walker on the field. He can easily become a low-end RB2 even as the backup that you can wait on in drafts while you stock up on other positions. Assuming Walker gets run down by the end of the season again, Charbonnet will have plenty of clear-cut opportunities and will win a lot of people a championship.”
– Trevor Land (FlurrySports)
Josh Jacobs (GB)
“Josh Jacobs enters 2025 as a high-floor RB1 after a resurgent season with the Packers. He piled up 1,671 total yards and 16 touchdowns in 2024, proving he can still carry a heavy workload and deliver elite fantasy value. Green Bay leaned into a run-heavy approach, which gave Jacobs consistent red-zone opportunities. While he’s not a flashy pass-catcher, his volume and touchdown upside make him one of the safest picks in the early rounds. At age 27, Jacobs remains a reliable anchor for fantasy rosters with top 10 positional value.”
– Lawrence Iacona (Gridiron Experts)
Jacory Croskey-Merritt (WAS)
“Jacory Croskey-Merritt – This seventh-round rookie has been fun to watch in camp and preseason. The Commanders even shipped off former third-round pick Brian Robinson Jr. for a bag of peanuts, thanks to how well JCM has played. With Austin Ekeler entering the twilight of his career, JCM-also known as Bill Croskey-Merritt-has league-winner upside written all over him at RB35.”
– Kyle Zeigler (Fantasy In Frames)
Kenneth Walker III (SEA)
“Kenneth Walker has the ability to be a league-winning RB in 2025. Enter new offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak, who helped fuel Alvin Kamara‘s star-studded season last year (RB5 in PPG). Kubiak’s scheme leans heavily on outside zone runs, which is a perfect fit for Walker’s skill set. In 2024, with New Orleans, Kubiak’s offense ranked 2nd in outside zone run rate at 34%. Walker thrives in this scheme, averaging 4.5 yards per carry on outside zone runs. He is going as RB17 in drafts, and I believe he can be an RB1 this year and a top 10-12 RB in the league. If you are worried about his health, handcuff Charbonnet.”
– Brady Auer (BA Sports Podcast)
Ashton Jeanty (LV)
“”League winner” has never been my favorite term. It typically takes outsized contributions from multiple players to break down the door and grab the trophy. But … Ashton Jeanty is a pretty good candidate for an outsized contribution in his rookie year. He’s a phenomenal prospect who checks nearly every box on the list of qualifications for star RBs. When a running back has gone top 12 in recent NFL drafts, the results have been pretty good. The six RBs drafted top 12 in the last 10 years: Ezekiel Elliott, Christian McCaffrey, Leonard Fournette, Saquon Barkley, Bijan Robinson and Jahmyr Gibbs. That’s pretty good company. And you can get Jeanty near the turn in drafts, so you’re pairing him with another top player.”
– Pat Fitzmaurice (FantasyPros)
Tyjae Spears (TEN)
“I was already pot committed to Tyjae Spears before the season started, his signature garbage time PPR, “Hit Me Baby One More Time” upside was off the charts. A high ankle sprain in his first preseason game was a tough break, but potentially a blessing for fantasy owners who have yet to draft. Spears will miss the first four weeks, but now he is a dirt-cheap stash with explosive upside once he returns. The Titans will need his big-play ability to keep Tony Pollard fresh as the season wears on, and so do Pollard’s knees. Spears could become a league-winning flex right when it matters most.”
– Muntradamus (Beast Dome)
Bhayshul Tuten (JAC)
“Bhayshul Tuten – Recently, a report came out that the Jaguars are looking to trade either Travis Etienne Jr. or Tank Bigsby. When we received similar reports about Brian Robinson Jr. in Washington, Bill Croskey-Merritt quickly shot up draft boards, but we have seen little, if any, reaction for Tuten. The current regime in Jacksonville did not draft Etienne or Bigsby, but they did draft Tuten – it’s possible the trade rumors stem from their desire to put Tuten on the field. Things like pass protection and ball security may hold Tuten back, but if he is given the chance, we could see him take the starting job. Tuten possesses extreme explosiveness and enough pass-catching ability to give us what we want in fantasy.”
– Charlie Sisian (The Fantasy DC)
“Bhayshul Tuten. The former Virginia Tech RB was selected at the top of the 4th round by Jacksonville, and is shaping up to be Liam Coen’s new Bucky Irving in Duval County. Tuten was a dominant producer at the college level with a career 30% dominator rating, highlighted by a 37% dominator rating last season (despite battling through an ankle injury). He finished the 2024 season top 10 in the FBS in yards after contact per attempt (4.4) among RBs with at least 100 carries. Also ranked 6th in the 2025 RB draft class in yards after contact per attempt and breakaway run percentage (54%). According to Sports Info Solutions, Tuten finished 1st in the class in broken tackle (33% missed tackle rate ranked in the 95th percentile). In 2023, Irving ranked third in that same statistic. I think Tuten has the skill set and talent to rise the Jaguars’ depth chart and become a league winner in the second half of 2025. He’s rocked up at 206 pounds with 4.32 wheels.”
– Andrew Erickson (FantasyPros)
Fantasy League Winners: Wide Receivers
What one wide receiver do you believe will be this year’s league winner?
Marvin Harrison Jr. (ARI)
“Marvin Harrison Jr. is my pick. It’s easy to say Ja’Marr Chase, CeeDee Lamb, or Justin Jefferson, but what we are looking for here is a WR that you can pair with one of those that also has the potential to compete for WR 1 overall and give you a huge edge. Marvin Harrison Jr. has the best chance of being that guy. With Harrison, you are getting a second-year WR, a time when many WRs bloom into their potential, who can easily see eight-plus targets a game. If you land Chase, Lamb, or Jefferson in the first round, you can secure quality RBs in the second and third rounds and even an elite TE before getting Harrison. A build like that is going to be hard to beat every week right into the playoffs.”
– Dan McLellan (WBLZ Media)
Emeka Egbuka (TB)
“It is a bit of a long shot here, but Emeka Egbuka is the best option for me. Everyone is more concerned about the health of Chris Godwin at the beginning of the season. For a “league winner,” though, we are more concerned about the end of the season. Godwin is 29 and coming off his second catastrophic leg injury in three years. Mike Evans is 32 years old and usually misses at least a few games. Should one or both go down by the Fantasy Playoffs, Egbuka will be a Top-5 receiver against Atlanta, Carolina, and Miami.”
– Michael Tomlin (Fantasy Six Pack)
DK Metcalf (PIT)
“DK Metcalf of the Pittsburgh Steelers, now catching passes from Aaron Rodgers, will be this year’s fantasy football league winner. In 2025, Metcalf’s elite athleticism and red-zone dominance pair perfectly with Rodgers’ precision and experience in a revamped Steelers offense. With George Pickens traded to Dallas, Metcalf is the clear WR1, likely seeing 100+ targets and a high touchdown share. His ADP in the late second to early third round remains a steal for his potential to post top-five WR numbers. The chemistry built during their offseason workouts, including a private session at UCLA, sets the stage for explosive production. Metcalf’s work ethic and big-play ability make him a championship-caliber asset in 2025.”
– Aaron St Denis (Fantasy Sports Advice Network)
“DK Metcalf – Metcalf is currently being drafted as the WR20 in Half-PPR drafts, a mark he has outperformed in 4 of the past 5 years. The one knock on Metcalf throughout his career has been weekly volatility from his relatively low number of receptions, leaving him reliant on yards and TDs. This could easily change in 2025 – over his past six healthy seasons, Aaron Rodgers has targeted his No. 1 WR 151.7 times over a 17-game pace. This includes a year where his number one was Allen Lazard; if you remove that, the average is 162 targets. Metcalf’s career-high in targets is 141 – should that rise, as his large contract and poor WR competition suggest is very possible, he offers upside far beyond cost. ”
– Charlie Sisian (The Fantasy DC)
Jameson Williams (DET)
“Jameson Williams. The hype is real. The breakout has already happened. And still he’s going in the 5th round when the new Lions OC has already promised to reorganize the offense to feature his skill set. Will Amon-Ra St. Brown still be fed? Probably. Will he see 13 TDs like he did last year? I’d say that’s unlikely. Jamo won’t be stopped this season. He’s being drafted at his floor. Believe in the WR1 ceiling.”
– Jeremy Shulman (Fantasy Football Universe)
Ja’Marr Chase (CIN)
“WR1 finishes are notoriously unpredictable. Ultimately, Ja’Marr Chase stands out as the most likely to finish the season as the top fantasy wide receiver. His projection leads by a substantial margin, and he’s entrenched in top-tier rankings. During the 2024 season, Chase achieved the receiver triple crown, leading the NFL in receptions (127), receiving yards (1,708), and receiving touchdowns (17), a feat only a few elite receivers accomplish. Ja’Marr Chase is clearly set up for another elite fantasy season. With a dominant target share, stellar QB play from Joe Burrow, and his All-Pro form intact, he offers both exceptional floor and massive upside. If you’re prioritizing the safest bet at wide receiver in your 2025 fantasy draft, Chase is your guy, especially in PPR formats.”
– Jeff Boggis (Fantasy Football Empire)
“Ja’Marr Chase, Cincy Bungals. Once again, Chalk it is. I love what Malik Nabers is going to do with a huge target load, and I can’t help but dream about what he would do with a legitimate quarterback forcing him the ball. I also see Marvin Harrison making a huge leap in yards, receptions, targets, and TDs. With an ADP of 40.5, he’s my steal of the draft at WR so far. That being said, this is about picking a league-deciding producer at WR, and Chase is without peer. He’s healthy, he’s one of the most targeted players at his position, and he’s a monster talent. He outscored the second-best player at his position by as much as 75 points in some leagues in 2024. That’s by definition, “league-winning.” Chalk or not. He’s the title holder until dethroned otherwise.”
– Chris Mitchell (FantasyData)
Jerry Jeudy (CLE)
“Especially given his draft cost, I love me some Jerry Jeudy this season. He’s going after pick 60 and later than WR30. His QB situation isn’t ideal, but Flacco should pepper him. After all, last year he had 90 receptions, over 1200 yards, and only had 4 TDs. Even with low TD numbers, he was WR15 (depending on scoring) with Deshaun Watson, Jameis Winston, DTR, and Bailey Zappe throwing to him.”
– Brandon ‘B_Don’ Myers (Razzball)
Travis Hunter (JAC)
“Travis Hunter was just the 2nd overall pick in the draft, and we have confirmation that he’s going to play a ton of offense in year 1. Hunter is a special athlete and talent at WR, as he can separate, win in contested catch situations, and create YAC. Attached to an elite touch-schemer in Liam Coen, Hunter’s price does not appropriately reflect his uncapped upside in 2025.”
– Jake Maraia (FF Dataroma)
Courtland Sutton (DEN)
“Courtland Sutton is the obvious league winner WR to me. His name isn’t overly sexy, and he’s being overlooked for just how productive he was last season. From Week 8-18 last season, he was WR7 in PPR leagues and became Bo Nix‘s clear go-to WR as he settled into his rookie season. Now in Year 2, the Broncos added only Evan Engram to bolster the weapons for the Nix. Sutton is going to get a ton of targets, a ton of redzone looks, and I believe a ton of fantasy points to overperform his current ADP of WR22 well. ”
– Shawn Gill (Super Fantasy Bros)
Drake London (ATL)
“My favorite dark-horse candidate to finish as the WR1 in FPPG is Drake London, who currently has an ADP of WR9. With Darnell Mooney missing most of training camp due to a shoulder injury, Michael Penix Jr. and London have had extra time to build on their connection. While it’s a small sample size, London averaged 23.1 FPPG with Penix starting last season – a mark that would have ranked second on the year, just 0.5 behind Ja’Marr Chase.”
– Nick Penticoff (Fantasy Football Astronauts)
“In Round 2, you can land a true WR1 in Drake London, who finished as a top-5 wide receiver last season. Pairing him with an elite RB or WR you select in Round 1 gives you a strong foundation. After Michael Penix Jr. took over at QB for Atlanta, London averaged 23 PPR points per game. He offers both a high floor and a high ceiling, making him a legitimate dark horse candidate to finish as the overall WR1 in fantasy football if everything breaks right.”
– Brady Auer (BA Sports Podcast)
“Drake London. He’s coming off a breakout season (100-1271-9) and could be even better this year in a season-long pairing with young QB Michael Penix, who hyper-targeted London when Penix made his first three NFL starts at the end of the 2024 season. London had 22-352-2 on 39 targets in those three games. Penix aggressively pushed the ball downfield, and the Falcons have few credible pass catchers other than London.”
– Pat Fitzmaurice (FantasyPros)
“Drake London is currently the WR9 and will be moving up in value each week and leading teams to championships by the end of the 2025 season! He is the WR1 for the Atlanta Falcons and Michael Penix’s 1st, 2nd, and 3rd read. Bijan Robinson will keep defenses honest, preventing the secondary from putting their primary focus on London. He ended 2024 with games of 13 and 18 targets! This trend will continue as he explodes and becomes a household name in 2025!”
– Adam Dove (The Fantasy Couriers)
Marvin Mims Jr. (DEN)
“Marvin Mims Jr. is my favorite league winner candidate at the wide receiver position. He was the WR18 over the final six weeks of last season, averaging 15.2 half-point PPR fantasy points per game, a higher average than A.J. Brown (13.4), Tyreek Hill (12.2), and his teammate Courtland Sutton (12.7). More importantly, Mims is primed for a third-year breakout with an increase in volume, especially after the Broncos didn’t add a big-name pass catcher this offseason and traded away Devaughn Vele. According to Fantasy Points Data, he averaged a higher fantasy points per route run average (0.98) than Puka Nacua (0.75), Brian Thomas Jr. (0.54), Justin Jefferson (0.48), and Nico Collins (0.45) over the final six regular-season contests. Yet, Mims only had a 41.1% route participation rate, 33.5% lower than any of those four superstar wide receivers during those six weeks.”
– Mike Fanelli (FantasyPros)
Tetairoa McMillan (CAR)
“Tet McMillan, Panthers. I hate to target players on bad teams, but I’m just going to go ahead and consider McMillan this year’s Malik Nabers. He can match his production. You have to wonder why he isn’t getting the same love as some of the rookie receivers last year – Marvin Harrison, Nabers, Brian Thomas. These guys went much higher than McMillan is going right now. McMillan is going to be a target monster in Carolina.”
– Jeff Paur (RTSports)
“Tetairoa McMillan is my guy for 2025, and I’m higher on him than any other industry analyst this season. The Panthers targeted their WRs at the 7th-highest rate in the NFL (66.3%) last year, and McMillan steps in as the clear WR1 for Bryce Young after being drafted 8th overall. He’s an elite prospect, coming off back-to-back 1,300+ yard seasons at Arizona while forcing missed tackles on 34.5% of his receptions, showcasing rare after-the-catch ability. With Adam Thielen aging and possibly on the move, limited competition around him, and a proven, pass-friendly Dave Canales system, McMillan could easily walk into 150+ targets as a rookie. At his current WR25 ADP (62 overall), I have him ranked well ahead of consensus at WR13, making him one of the best draft-day values with legit league-winning top-15 upside in 2025.”
– James Emrick-Wilson (The Armchair Sports Corner)
Keenan Allen (LAC)
“I don’t understand why no one is talking about Keenan Allen anymore. Yes, he had a down year last year, and the Los Angeles Chargers are a run-heavy offense under Greg Roman, but he racked up over 1,200 yards in just 13 games just two years ago. Even in his “down” year last year, he finished as WR33, yet he’s being drafted at WR52 right now. The Chargers will get into plenty of shootouts this year, and Allen will benefit greatly from that.”
– Trevor Land (FlurrySports)
Garrett Wilson (NYJ)
“Garrett Wilson is one of the most exciting wide receivers heading into 2025, and his reunion with Justin Fields adds serious intrigue. The two built chemistry back at Ohio State, and now they’re teammates again with the New York Jets. Early camp reports show that the connection is already resurfacing with highlight-reel throws, timing routes, and red-zone flashes. Fields may be fighting to revive his career, but Wilson has been a model of consistency, posting over 1,000 yards in each of his first three NFL seasons. If Fields can stabilize the offense, Wilson has the talent and trust to deliver top 10 fantasy production with explosive upside.”
– Lawrence Iacona (Gridiron Experts)
Xavier Worthy (KC)
“Xavier Worthy saw a massive target increase when Rashee Rice missed time last year. We saw his role evolve, and he showed some flexibility. He is an explosive receiver who doesn’t necessarily need volume to have a good fantasy week. But the volume did raise his floor, and he looks to have solidified himself as a cornerstone of this offense. Worthy gives you league-winning upside, and the price is right.”
– David Heilman (Sports Gambling Podcast Network)
Nico Collins (HOU)
“Nico Collins – Even missing five games last season, Collins still posted a 1,000-yard campaign. Last year, Stroud targeted him 8.3 times per game, and he led the team with 13 red-zone looks. If healthy for a full season, Collins could deliver weekly fireworks. He has top-5 fantasy WR upside, especially if Stroud can bounce back to what we saw from him in his rookie campaign.”
– Kyle Zeigler (Fantasy In Frames)
Stefon Diggs (NE)
“Stefon Diggs enters New England with more than just a new jersey; he is bringing an entire fan base with him. Between Patriots Nation and the Cardi B army, Diggs is stepping into a spotlight reminiscent of the Travis Kelce/Taylor Swift phenomenon. But the real story is Drake Maye. The rookie QB likely grew up idolizing Diggs and now gets to lean on him as a true No. 1 target from Week 1. With no elite competition for targets and a chip on his shoulder, Diggs could easily return to WR1 form at a WR3 price.”
– Muntradamus (Beast Dome)
Jaylen Waddle (MIA)
“Jaylen Waddle. I think we are nearing the end of the Tyreek Hill era in Miami. And if the 31-year-old falls out of favor in the offense/team, I think Waddle (who is already going to benefit from the Jonnu Smith trade) is primed to crush. We’ve seen Waddle perform at an extremely high level with Tua Tagovailoa as his QB before. 3 1,000-yard seasons to start his career. He is far from washed, and will bounce back in a major way in 2025. I think Waddle has an extremely high ceiling based on what we have seen this offense produce with a healthy Tua under center.”
– Andrew Erickson (FantasyPros)
Fantasy League Winners: Quarterbacks
What one quarterback do you believe will be this year’s league winner?
Dak Prescott (DAL)
“Dak Prescott, if he stays healthy, has a chance to return to 2020 form, where he averaged 27.1 a game. The Cowboys are going to be a throw-first offense, and with a subpar defense, they will likely be frequently playing from behind indoors. Teams that waited on QB and landed Prescott in the 9-12 round while loading up everywhere else should be primed to compete week in week out in their league.”
– Dan McLellan (WBLZ Media)
“Dak Prescott, Cowboys. I do like going early on a quarterback at times, but Prescott is a target of mine come draft day. He is going to throw the ball a ton in this pass-first offense, and you can get him in Round 10 or later. I can see him passing for 5,000 passing yards and pushing 40 touchdowns. He can be a top-five fantasy quarterback for the price of a QB2.”
– Jeff Paur (RTSports)
“Dak Prescott – He is one of my favorite quarterbacks to draft in 2025 at his current ADP. Adding a true field stretcher in George Pickens is a game-changer for this offense. With a lackluster RB room, Prescott could easily throw nearly 600 passes again, as he did in 2023, finishing QB3. ”
– Kyle Zeigler (Fantasy In Frames)
“Dak Prescott’s ADP has crept up over the last month, but he’s still going as the QB11. The Cowboys finally added a big-time weapon alongside CeeDee Lamb in George Pickens, and while the running backs don’t inspire much excitement, this offense is built to lean on Dak. Back in 2020, we saw Brian Schottenheimer “let Russ cook,” and I think we could see a similar approach here. With the Cowboys’ secondary so banged up, they’ll likely find themselves in plenty of shootouts, which only boosts Dak’s ceiling. I expect him to finish as a top-7 QB this season, something he’s already done in each of the last three odd-numbered years (2019, 2021, 2023) where he has been fully healthy.”
– Brady Auer (BA Sports Podcast)
Justin Fields (NYJ)
“Obviously, the elite tier is still the best option for this category, but I am going with Justin Fields. After the top three at the position, I think he has the highest upside for massive pop weeks. Would it surprise you at all if you look down in a Fantasy Playoff game against the Jaguars and Fields ran for 150 yards with two touchdowns? With absolutely no competition in the quarterback room and a soft late schedule, Fields is a good bet.”
– Michael Tomlin (Fantasy Six Pack)
“Justin Fields is the last elite QB standing in drafts that has true high-end QB1 upside. Many have argued that Drake Maye will take the leap, but we know Fields can run for twice as many yards as Maye, and may, in fact, have to put the offense on his back at times. The Jets are building a new culture and implementing a new scheme, and they jumped on Fields this offseason. Meanwhile, backup plan Tyrod Taylor is likely still rehabbing a recent injury in September. It’s Fields’ job to lose, but he’s got the ability to win and win big for you in fantasy if he can find sustained health and consistency on the field.”
– Jeremy Shulman (Fantasy Football Universe)
“Justin Fields will win a lot of people their league just on his running ability alone. Due to how his time with the Chicago Bears came to an end, people are forgetting that he was one of the most consistent quarterbacks in 2022 and 2023, even with little offensive help. With Garrett Wilson and Breece Hall giving him more weapons than he’s ever had, Fields will run you straight to your championship, pun intended.”
– Trevor Land (FlurrySports)
Trevor Lawrence (JAC)
“Trevor Lawrence of the Jacksonville Jaguars will be this year’s fantasy football league winner. Entering 2025, Lawrence is poised for a breakout season with a bolstered receiving corps, featuring sophomore standout Brian Thomas Jr. and rookie phenom Travis Hunter, which creates a dynamic passing attack. His dual-threat ability, combining improved pocket presence with rushing upside, makes him a perfect fit for Liam Cohen’s aggressive offensive scheme. With a favorable schedule and a top-tier offensive line, Lawrence should deliver consistent QB1 production with weekly top-five potential. His ADP in the late rounds (QB10-QB12 range) offers tremendous value for a player with elite upside. Adjustments this season, paired with a high-octane offense, could see him carry fantasy teams to championships in 2025.”
– Aaron St Denis (Fantasy Sports Advice Network)
Lamar Jackson (BAL)
“Lamar Jackson is the most likely quarterback to finish as the season’s fantasy football league winner. His exceptional rushing output, passing efficiency, and consistent ceiling place him at the very top of fantasy QB hierarchies. While Josh Allen remains a close contender and other dual-threats like Jayden Daniels and Jalen Hurts offer high upside, Jackson’s proven dominance and projection models give him a palpable edge.”
– Jeff Boggis (Fantasy Football Empire)
C.J. Stroud (HOU)
“The QB I have here is my #7 QB, and his ADP is after QB15. CJ Stroud is being ignored in draft rooms, and I can’t figure it out. Yes, his sophomore season was a letdown, but not a single player on the offense stayed healthy all season. This year, they got rid of old man Diggs and his complaining. Nico Collins is a legitimate #1, Christian Kirk is a great No. 2, and they have Jayden Higgins and Jaylin Noel waiting in the wings from this draft class. Stroud has weapons now, and the o-line can’t be any worse.”
– Brandon ‘B_Don’ Myers (Razzball)
J.J. McCarthy (MIN)
“JJ McCarthy feels like a near lock to outperform ADP, with upside for much more. A QB in KOC’s offense with the Vikings has never finished outside the top 12, with Kirk Cousins topping out at QB6 in 2022. McCarthy has real potential as the 2023 10th overall pick and has significantly more rushing upside than these past Vikings QBs. With an elite supporting cast and system, it seems there’s no way McCarthy finishes lower than his ADP.”
– Jake Maraia (FF Dataroma)
“J.J. McCarthy is being drafted as QB19 and pick 134. The weapons around him, the improvements on the offensive line, and the offensive coordinator set him up for success. McCarthy offers more rushing upside than both Darnold or Cousins did. You should be able to stack your lineup before selecting JJ. Getting a top-10 QB at QB19 prices with pick 134 is why he could be a league winner.”
– David Heilman (Sports Gambling Podcast Network)
Kyler Murray (ARI)
“Kyler Murray is my QB I am looking to target in most drafts this season. His price is extremely affordable at QB9, considering that when he plays at least 16 games, he guarantees at least 540 rushing yards, four rushing TDs, and 3,744 passing yards. He is coming in fully healthy, with Trey McBride due for some positive TD regression, the 2nd year of MHJ, and a defense that is going to make Kyler have to throw a ton. When he plays at least 14 games, he has never been worse than QB10, and I think that is his floor.”
– Shawn Gill (Super Fantasy Bros)
Tua Tagovailoa (MIA)
“Tua Tagovailoa finished as the QB14 in FPPG last season, the QB15 in 2023, and the QB9 in 2022. He has top-10 FPPG upside when on the field, yet he is currently being drafted as the QB21. You have to risk it to get the biscuit, and Tagovailoa has league-winning potential at his current ADP.”
– Nick Penticoff (Fantasy Football Astronauts)
Drake Maye (NE)
“Drake Maye is primed for a sophomore-year breakout and could be a massive league winner this season. Last year, the former North Carolina star had an impressive rookie season despite playing behind an awful offensive line and with a lack of weapons in the passing game. Yet, he averaged 14.9 fantasy points per game in the 11 contests where he played over 32% of snaps. Maye would have finished as the QB17 over a 17-game pace with the 14.9 fantasy points per game average. Thankfully, the second-year quarterback has a significantly better fantasy situation than last season. The Patriots signed Stefon Diggs and Morgan Moses in free agency and drafted Will Campbell, TreVeyon Henderson, and Kyle Williams. If New England lands Jakobi Meyers before Week 1, Maye could finish the year as a top-five fantasy quarterback.”
– Mike Fanelli (FantasyPros)
“Drake Maye, New England Patriots – Can’t go chalk here. The value is too high. In 2024, Bo Nix shocked Fantasy owners and may shock you right now. He was better than Patrick Mahomes. That’s right, Bo Nix was a better Fantasy quarterback than Patrick Mahomes in 2024. This year, he isn’t going to play NFL football better than 10 or even 15 starting quarterbacks, but Drake Maye is going to provide Fantasy owners with 750 rushing yards, 3,700 passing yards, and 35-40 total touchdowns. With an ADP of #122.6, Fantasy owners will be able to draft their entire starting roster and even a backup or two before landing a Top 10 Fantasy scoring Quarterback. That kind of value is going to win owners leagues.”
– Chris Mitchell (FantasyData)
“Drake Maye averaged 17.3 fantasy points per (Full) game played last year, running an offense that looked like it was the official sponsor of Duct Tape. He did it behind a line that allowed a league-high 40.7% pressure rate, with one of the weakest receiving corps in football (No offense to Pop Douglas) and a run game that ranked 25th in yards before contact. Fast-forward just one offseason, and now he gets Stefon Diggs, the explosive rookie RB TreVeyon Henderson, and a rebuilt O-line headlined by Rookie Will Campbell and veteran addition Morgan Moses. Maye’s touchdown rate sat at just 3.1% last season ( well below league average). With improved weapons and protection, a natural bump to the league average 4.5-5.0% range, and that would put him in the neighborhood of 25-28 passing TDs. Combine that with over 600 rushing yards ( 421 rushing yards and 21 first downs in just 10 full starts) and red zone scrambling ability, you have the ingredients to unlock this year’s Konami Code, and no one’s paying attention, given his QB16 (128 overall) price tag.”
– James Emrick-Wilson (The Armchair Sports Corner)
“Drake Maye. He’s usually drafted outside the top 10 at the position, yet he has the potential to run for 800-900 yards and a half-dozen TDs, and he’s going to be a high-quality NFL passer. I hope people understand the rushing potential here. Designed runs weren’t part of the New England offense last year. Maye got nearly all of his rushing yardage on scrambles. This year, there are going to be some designed runs for Maye, who was an ultra-aggressive runner during his two years as a college starter at North Carolina. The rushing goodness is going to hit hard in 2025.”
– Pat Fitzmaurice (FantasyPros)
“Drake Maye. The ultimate dual-threat quarterback who is poised to take a massive leap in Year 2. Among the seven passers in 2024 that recorded 30+ rushing yards per game (including Maye), five finished inside the top six scoring signal-callers on a per-dropback basis. What Maye was able to achieve as a rookie in a terrible situation cannot be understated. He threw at least one touchdown pass in the 10 games he played fully as a rookie (finished on a streak of eight games overall as a rookie – the longest streak by a rookie since Justin Herbert in 2020. That resulted in 18.1 fantasy points per game, which would have ranked QB15 on the year.”
– Andrew Erickson (FantasyPros)
Jayden Daniels (WAS)
“Jayden Daniels is my pick to be a league winner this year. He broke out as a rookie with over 3,500 passing yards, 25 touchdowns, and nearly 900 rushing yards, finishing as a top-five fantasy QB. Now heading into year two, he has even more weapons around him, including Deebo Samuel and a healthy Terry McLaurin. Daniels is dangerous both through the air and on the ground, giving him a weekly floor that few quarterbacks can match. If he continues to develop, he has a real shot to finish as the QB1 and carry fantasy teams to a championship.”
– Lawrence Iacona (Gridiron Experts)
Bo Nix (DEN)
“League-winning quarterbacks are usually limited to the top running quarterbacks (Josh Allen, Lamar Jackson, Jayden Daniels, and Jalen Hurts), but a quarterback taken later can help teams win their league because they are able to invest in skill positions early in the draft and get a solid option at quarterback that will put up consistent numbers. That is why Bo Nix will lead teams to the promised land. As a rookie, he exploded onto the scene as Sean Payton’s new prized possession to the tune of 3,775 yards and 29 touchdowns! This will only grow in year two with better pass-catching running backs, a new weapon in Evan Engram, and another year of rapport with Courtland Sutton. So, draft RB & WR early. Then grab Bo Nix in the 5th or 6th round and be prepared to carry home the championship.”
– Adam Dove (The Fantasy Couriers)
Matthew Stafford (LAR)
“Puka Nacua and Davante Adams form one of the most dominant WR duos in the NFL, yet somehow Matthew Stafford, their quarterback, goes undrafted in most leagues. While others are scared off by his age or back issues, smart drafters will see the value. Stafford has the weapons, the arm, and the offensive system to put up QB1 numbers at a QB3 price. If he stays healthy, he is the late-round cheat code that wins leagues.”
– Muntradamus (Beast Dome)
Jalen Hurts (PHI)
“Jalen Hurts – Only Lamar and Daniels had more rushing yards than Hurts in 2024 (630), and no QBs had more rushing scores (14) despite Hurts effectively missing three games due to a concussion. We shouldn’t expect this to change, as Hurts’ rushing yardage and TDs have been relatively steady throughout his time as a starter. What we can expect to change is his passing production – Hurts was on pace for 107 fewer pass attempts per 17 games than in his previous seven games as a result of the Eagles’ success on the ground and large leads later in games. Philadelphia has the 4th hardest projected strength of schedule (per Sharp Football), so we should see them needing to throw the ball more often than in 2024. He is usually the 4th QB drafted, and sometimes falls below Joe Burrow – I believe he has the best combination of floor and ceiling at cost of any QB in fantasy.”
– Charlie Sisian (The Fantasy DC)
Fantasy League Winners: Tight Ends
What one tight end do you believe will be this year’s league winner?
George Kittle (SF)
“George Kittle will be on a lot of league-winning teams because those managers will have a stud at a different position instead of drafting Brock Bowers or Trey McBride, and while getting a ton of production out of Kittle two to three rounds later.”
– Dan McLellan (WBLZ Media)
“George Kittle is the best value going in drafts today. He’s available in the late 3rd/early 4th round, and he’s one of the only healthy pass catchers left standing in San Francisco. Last year’s TE1 has the chance to repeat in 2025, but he’s locked in to a top 4 finish at worst if he stays healthy. Even at his advanced age, I’ll take Kittle over every other question mark because, for some reason, he’s being overlooked and undervalued in every draft so far.”
– Jeremy Shulman (Fantasy Football Universe)
Kyle Pitts (ATL)
“I think *gulp* Kyle Pitts is the best candidate here. Hear me out: Pitts’ quarterbacks the past three seasons have been Marcus Mariota, Desmond Ridder, Taylor Heinicke, and Kirk Cousins without his throwing arm. Heck, Pitts averaged over 16 PPR points per game the last month before Cousins’ injury. So, what if Michael Penix Jr. is good? The only season Pitts had even average quarterback play in Matt Ryan’s retirement season, he had 1,000+ yards. Pitts has the capability of putting up splash games that can lead to a championship; all he needs is Penix to cooperate.”
– Michael Tomlin (Fantasy Six Pack)
Tyler Warren (IND)
“Tyler Warren of the Indianapolis Colts will be this year’s fantasy football league winner. As the 14th overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, Warren enters a Colts offense desperate for a reliable tight end, with minimal competition for targets. His exceptional college stats at Penn State with 104 receptions, 1,233 yards, and eight touchdowns highlight his ability to dominate as a receiver with 6.9 yards after catch. Paired with Daniel Jones‘ accuracy, Warren is set to be a focal point in Shane Steichen’s scheme. His ADP around TE11 in the 10th-11th rounds makes him a steal with top-five TE potential. Warren’s combination of opportunity, athleticism, and pass-catching prowess positions him to deliver championship-winning production in 2025.”
– Aaron St Denis (Fantasy Sports Advice Network)
“In back-to-back seasons, we’ve seen rookie tight ends excel at the pro level. What do they have in common? They’re crazy athletic, and there is a clear opening for touches in the offense. Who else fits that description? Tyler Warren. He could be the league winner at TE this year. Warren might already be the best receiving option on the team as Josh Downs deals with a hamstring, Michael Pittman needs a new QB, Alec Pierce cannot duplicate his crazy YPC, and Adonai Mitchell has yet to capitalize on his potential. Daniel Jones loves throwing over the middle of the field, and I expect Warren to be the guy catching it more often than not.”
– Brandon ‘B_Don’ Myers (Razzball)
“Tyler Warren is quietly positioned to be one of the most impactful tight ends in fantasy football this season. The Colts spent a first-round pick on him for a reason: he is a versatile, athletic playmaker who dominated at Penn State with over 1,200 receiving yards and 104 catches in 2024. He has already cracked the top 10 in preseason fantasy rankings, and early reports say he is seeing starter-level snaps and building chemistry with Daniel Jones. With no clear alpha in Indianapolis’s receiving corps, Warren has a real shot to be the top target in a system that favors tight ends over the middle. If he earns consistent volume, he could finish as a top-eight fantasy tight end and be one of the best values in the draft.”
– Lawrence Iacona (Gridiron Experts)
“Can Tyler Warren be the third straight rookie to finish as the TE1 in fantasy? This offseason, Shane Steichen compared him to Hall of Famer Antonio Gates, and I believe the Colts will utilize him as much as possible. Warren isn’t just an elite receiving threat-he also brings an underrated rushing ability. At Penn State in 2024, he ran for 218 yards on 26 carries with four touchdowns, on top of more than 1,200 receiving yards. Currently going as TE10 in ADP, Warren has the upside to be an absolute steal at his current ADP and finish as a top 5 TE.”
– Brady Auer (BA Sports Podcast)
“I want to say Brock Bowers because he’s such a freak, but it’s more likely to be a middle-round pick, so let’s go with Tyler Warren. By all accounts, Warren had a terrific training camp, and in the preseason, he played nearly every snap with the starters. He’s not going to come off the field very often, and we’re talking about a player who had 1,451 yards from scrimmage and 13 touchdowns last season at Penn State (including four TD runs and a TD pass). Warren could be a fantasy monster from the get-go.”
– Pat Fitzmaurice (FantasyPros)
Brock Bowers (LV)
“When it comes to identifying one tight end (TE) most likely to emerge as the fantasy football league winner in 2025, the top pick is Brock Bowers of the Las Vegas Raiders. He just had one of the best rookie TE seasons ever, breaking records for receptions (112) and yards (1,194). That’s wide receiver-level output at a position that usually takes years to develop. Brock Bowers commanded about 25% of the Raiders’ passing offense, which is extremely rare for a tight end, let alone a rookie. The tight end position is often volatile in fantasy. Having a player who can consistently produce like a WR1 in your TE slot gives you a weekly advantage that can swing leagues.”
– Jeff Boggis (Fantasy Football Empire)
Tucker Kraft (GB)
“Tucker Kraft is an absolute YAC demon, leading the NFL in YAC/Rec in 2024. In the strong Packers offense, Kraft has the opportunity to emerge as a top 2 target, considering the lack of receiver competition. The ascending talent has a strong chance to full-on break out this year.”
– Jake Maraia (FF Dataroma)
“Tucker Kraft is one of my two favorite tight end draft targets this year if I miss out on the three big-name superstars. Last season, he was the TE9, averaging 8.1 half-point PPR fantasy points per game, leading the Packers in receiving touchdowns. Furthermore, the former South Dakota State star finished fourth in receiving touchdowns by tight ends but 18th in receptions (50). However, Kraft should be even better in 2025 with Jordan Love healthy and a legitimate No. 1 wide receiver on the roster. Last year, he finished first in yards after the catch per reception (9.38) and third in missed tackles forced (14) among qualifying tight ends. Don’t be surprised if Kraft leads all tight ends in receiving touchdowns and has a top-four finish in 2025.”
– Mike Fanelli (FantasyPros)
“Tucker Kraft has everything you want in a potential league-winning TE in 2025. He led all tight ends in yards after the catch per reception (8.8) last season, forced 15 missed tackles, and proved he can create explosive plays at an elite level. Every TE since 2000 who’s reached 700 yards and 7 TDs in their sophomore season has gone on to finish no worse than TE6 the following year, and after posting 707 yards and seven touchdowns in 2024, Kraft fits the profile. With a healthy Jordan Love, the Packers are expected to lean more on the pass after finishing 32nd in neutral pass rate, and with that, Kraft’s role should expand even further. Combine that with a Swiss cheese Green Bay secondary (Pardon the pun) that may force the team into more pass volume, and with it, the path is wide open for Kraft to emerge as one of 2025’s true breakout difference-makers at tight end.”
– James Emrick-Wilson (The Armchair Sports Corner)
“Tucker Kraft. Next season, Kraft will be in the discussion among the elite fantasy TEs. In 2024, Kraft led all tight ends in yards after the catch per reception (8.8) with an eye-popping 15 missed tackles. Second only to George Kittle in 20+ yard catch rate (22%). In 2023…Kittle and Jonnu Smith ranked 1st and 2nd in YAC/reception before finishing the 2024 season as top-4 fantasy TEs.”
– Andrew Erickson (FantasyPros)
David Njoku (CLE)
“My tight end this year has to be David Njoku. It is a small sample size, but when he played with Joe Flacco last season, he was a monster. The Browns did not improve the WR room much, so Njoku will look to be a target machine again. At least to start the season with Flacco, you can get a TE with a monstrous target share at TE9, 82nd overall. Njoku is well worth the price there, and could be the difference to take you to fantasy glory.”
– Shawn Gill (Super Fantasy Bros)
“The name of the game with tight ends is consistency if you miss out on the ‘elite’ options. Consistency just so happens to be David Njoku’s bread and butter. Joe Flacco is back in Cleveland, and during his five-week stretch as the starter for the Browns in 2023, Njoku finished second or third amongst tight ends in four of those weeks. Without many other weapons, I expect Njoku to be the same safety valve for Flacco that he was just over a year ago.”
– Trevor Land (FlurrySports)
“David Njoku – When Joe Flacco was Njoku’s QB in 2023, he was on pace for 102 receptions, 1326 yards, and 13.6 touchdowns. For as long as Flacco stays the Browns starter, Njoku has a good chance to beat his TE9 draft cost. The downside to Njoku is that he may have a rookie QB during the back-half of the season, including the fantasy playoffs. However, Njoku was to be the TE5 in PPG last season (TE10 in games without Jameis), indicating that he has a good chance to meet ADP expectations even with bad QB play. If, for some reason, we cannot foresee right now that Flacco is starting later in the season, Njoku may be the biggest steal in all of fantasy.”
– Charlie Sisian (The Fantasy DC)
Zach Ertz (WAS)
“While his ceiling may ultimately be capped with the addition of Deebo Samuel Sr., I believe Zach Ertz, currently being drafted as the TE18, has league-winning potential. Terry McLaurin scored 13 touchdowns last season, a number that feels unlikely to repeat. Ertz led the team in red-zone targets, and there’s a strong chance he converts more of those opportunities into touchdowns this year. He has legitimate top-eight upside in FPPG.”
– Nick Penticoff (Fantasy Football Astronauts)
Evan Engram (DEN)
“Evan Engram, Broncos. Engram heads to the Broncos and an offense that likes the tight end, especially in the red zone. And after Courtland Sutton, the options in the passing game aren’t the best. You could see Engram becoming a favorite target of Bo Nix in a hurry. Engram has huge potential for a big first season in Denver. Remember, this is a guy who caught 114 passes two years ago.”
– Jeff Paur (RTSports)
“Everything is lining up for Evan Engram to be the big slot in the Sean Payton offense. He could end up leading this team in terms of targets and volume, which is king at the tight end position. He is being drafted as TE8 and pick 81, leaving plenty of room for ROI. If you miss out on Bowers, McBride, and Kittle, just wait and get Engram in the 7th or 8th round.”
– David Heilman (Sports Gambling Podcast Network)
Jonnu Smith (PIT)
“Jonnu Smith, Pittsburgh Steelers. This is all about the negatives. My first gut instinct answer was NONE. But… that’s harsh. So, I had to go value and Smith is it. Harsh again. Aaron Rodgers now stinks, and I wanted to put it more harshly, but settled on…stinks. That’s just a fact, and that fact is good for Smith. Smith is uber-talented, and he will play 2025 for a team without a running game while receiving the ball from a guy who looks to get the ball out fast and checks down as his first and second options. Sorry, D.K. Metcalf, but 2025 in Pittsburgh is Smith’s season. And, with an ADP of #146.6, you don’t have to spend a nickel to get a sweet and shiny 50-cent piece of production at the tight-end position.”
– Chris Mitchell (FantasyData)
Dalton Kincaid (BUF)
“Dalton Kincaid – Not the most popular take, but hear me out. Looking at the roster, why can’t Dalton Kincaid lead this group of pass catchers in targets? Last season, he posted a solid 8.3 aDOT on at least 50 targets, ranking him seventh among qualifying TEs. In a high-powered Bills offense, he has the upside to rack up yards and touchdowns and emerge as a league-winning TE if he stays healthy.”
– Kyle Zeigler (Fantasy In Frames)
Mark Andrews (BAL)
“Mark Andrews is the best receiver in Baltimore. He is Lamar Jackson‘s favorite target and is amazingly cheap this year! Currently, he is TE9 (87 overall), and that is a steal for a tight end who ended last year with 11 touchdowns on 69 targets. Owners are low on Andrews because of the slow start last year and that terrible drop in the playoffs, but, after taking a closer look, owners will see that Andrews had 11 TE1 weeks last year and finished TE6 (on a BAD YEAR!). Andrews has four seasons of 88+ targets, and this year will be another on a Super Bowl-contending Baltimore team!”
– Adam Dove (The Fantasy Couriers)
Darren Waller (MIA)
“Everyone’s sleeping on Darren Waller, leaving him undrafted in most leagues, but the former All-Pro did not unretire to ride the bench. He signed with Miami to reunite with Frank Smith, his old TE coach from his peak Raiders days, and steps into an offense that just traded away Jonnu Smith. Tua loves getting the ball out quickly, and Waller is the perfect outlet. While other experts rank him outside the Top 35, he has clear Top 10 TE upside if he stays healthy.”
– Muntradamus (Beast Dome)
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