We are less than one month away from the start of the fantasy football season — and with it the return of fantasy football. There’s no better time to reveal my updated Top 100 rankings.
These are my personal rankings for single-QB PPR leagues, with significant influence from our incredible Fantasy Points projections and data.
A lot has changed since my initial Top 50 rankings drop in May — both on and off the field. My process for updating these rankings includes info from beat reporters, injury updates, discussions with my fellow Fantasy Points content creator, and more. But one of the main drivers for me is the drafts I have participated in. I have been drafting a lot. My conviction when on the clock is as much of a driver for me as anything.
Some of the drafts I have participated in include three FFPC Main Events, FFPC Best Ball tournaments, FFPC Big Gorilla contests (including the FFPC Hard Way League), an NFFC Online Championship draft, and countless Underdog drafts. If I am fading someone at ADP and unwilling to put my own money behind them and on my teams, then that will be reflected here.
The 2025 season is shaping up to be an exciting one, and there’s no better place to get ready for it than right here at Fantasy Points. Let’s go win some championships.
1. Ja’Marr Chase, WR, Cincinnati Bengals, 25 Years Old
Chase hit the wide receiver trifecta in 2024, with his first WR1 overall finish. He had one of the most dominant fantasy seasons ever at the position, leading the league in catches (127), touchdown receptions (17), and receiving yardage (1,708). Chase is in his prime and tied to one of the league’s best quarterbacks in Joe Burrow. This offseason, the Bengals made Chase the highest-paid non-quarterback in NFL history with a four-year deal worth $161 million.
After a running back-dominant 2024 fantasy season, 2025 is officially the Revenge of the Wide Receiver, with Chase leading the charge.
2. Bijan Robinson, RB, Atlanta Falcons, 23 Years Old
Robinson took massive strides in his second season in the league in Zac Robinson’s first season as the Atlanta OC. He averaged 20.1 PPG and finished with 1,887 combined yards. He finished third among all running backs in receptions and in rushing yardage.
Atlanta could be even more running-back-centric and less turnover-prone with Michael Penix Jr. taking over as the starting quarterback in the ATL. Robinson looks like a league winner and is my bet to finish as the RB1 overall this season.
3. Jahmyr Gibbs, RB, Detroit Lions, 23 Years Old
Touchdowns scored over their first two seasons in the league: Barry Sanders, 30; Jahmyr Gibbs, 31. Gibbs (21.3 PPG) finished as the RB1 overall and trailed only Barkley and Chase among all players in PPG. He accomplished this despite his teammate David Montgomery scoring 12 rushing touchdowns.
Gibbs is a dynamic and explosive talent who has thrived in his first two seasons in the league. His four-TD performance in Week 18, propelling Detroit to the NFC North title, will be remembered for years to come. He is the type of player who can break fantasy. Montgomery’s involvement in the offense under a new offensive coordinator could diminish in favor of even more Gibbs usage.
4. CeeDee Lamb, WR, Dallas Cowboys, 26 Years Old
Lamb has three straight seasons with at least 150 targets and 100 catches. Last season, Lamb overcame a slow start and the season-ending loss to starting quarterback Dak Prescott and still managed to average 17.6 PPG. An AC joint injury ended Lamb’s season during one of his best fantasy stretches of the year. From Weeks 14-16, he averaged 21.8 PPG. Prescott’s return and the acquisition of George Pickens indicate Dallas could be extremely pass-happy. We have already seen Lamb flirt with a 200-target season during his 2023 WR1 overall run, and this year, he could finally reach it.
UPDATE: The vibes with Lamb are reminding me more and more of 2023. I also have more faith in Dallas being one of the league’s most pass-happy offenses this season. These factors have led me to make Lamb my WR2 overall — over Jefferson and Nacua.
5. Saquon Barkley, RB, Philadelphia Eagles, 28 Years Old
Drafters were able to steal Barkley at the 1-2 turn last season, but the price of a brick just went up. Barkley thrived in his first season in Philadelphia, surpassing even the wildest dreams of his biggest enthusiasts. He averaged a career-high 5.8 yards per carry on his way to a 22.2 PPG average.
Barkley became the ninth running back in NFL history to rush for over 2,000 yards and added 15 touchdowns. Ageists look away — you’re drafting a soon-to-be 28-year-old as one of the first players off the board.
UPDATE: There is no better truth serum in fantasy football than being on the clock. I have been drafting all summer long, and when push came to shove, I could not click the button on Barkley as a top 3 pick. I would rather bet on the upside of Robinson and Gibbs than a repeat RB1 overall from Barkley.
There are also reasonable concerns with his 2024 volume numbers. The last two backs to have similar volume numbers (Barkley had 482 touches including the playoffs) were DeMarco Murray in 2014 and Arian Foster in 2012. Both had massive setbacks the following season. I am not out on Barkley, but I prefer my exposure to be in the middle to late portions of the first round.
6. Justin Jefferson, WR, Minnesota Vikings, 26 Years Old
Jefferson has been so dominant throughout his first five seasons in the league that fantasy managers were somewhat disappointed that he “only” averaged 18.7 PPG last season. There are some question marks among drafters with new starting quarterback JJ McCarthy (we at Fantasy Points are certainly bullish on him) taking over as the starter this season. But there will be zero questions when it comes to Jefferson. Just draft him.
7. Malik Nabers, WR, New York Giants, 21 Years Old
Nabers could easily be higher on this list, but there are question marks surrounding the quarterback position in New York. Usage-wise, Nabers had no peers last season. He led all players in target share (32.4%), ranked top three in air yards share (45.9%), and led the NFL in first-read rate at 42.8%—all at the age of 21.
Despite missing two games, Nabers broke Nacua’s all-time record for receptions by a rookie wide receiver with 109. He also broke the Giants' record for catches in a season, held previously by Steve Smith. Nabers is a threat to lead the NFL in targets, receptions, and yards — if he can get decent QB play.
UPDATE: (8/4) I moved Nabers ahead of Achane and Jeanty because that is how I have been drafting my teams. We have QB concerns in New York, but Nabers is QB-proof and one of fantasy football’s better bets to lead the NFL in targets - one of the key indicators of a potential WR1 overall season.
8. De’Von Achane, RB, Miami Dolphins, 23 Years Old
Last season, Achane led all running backs in receptions (78), receiving yardage (592), and touchdown catches (6). His yards per carry number dipped considerably from his insane rookie season (4.1 down from 7.8) as his role and the offense changed. One of the most lethal weapons in fantasy, Achane has scored 23 touchdowns in 28 regular-season games. He has RB1 overall potential in 2025.
UPDATE: Jonnu Smith was traded to Pittsburgh and takes his 111 targets with him. Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle will both benefit, but Achane is the clear winner. Miami’s touches become more consolidated, and if they continue the low ADOT approach of getting the ball out of Tua’s hands quickly from last season, Achane could catch 100 passes — or more. He has overall RB1 upside, and you can draft him inside of Round Two.
9. Ashton Jeanty, RB, Las Vegas Raiders, 21 Years Old
I will by no means apologize to anyone for ranking Jeanty this highly. In fact, I could easily rank him even higher. Jeanty is the chosen one at the running back position. He joins Barkley, Robinson, and Zeke Elliott as one of the most highly anticipated rookie running backs to enter the league in recent memory. Las Vegas will lean on Jeanty as much as possible, and he is a threat to lead all running backs in touches right out of the gate. His backup is the oft-injured 32-year-old Raheem Mostert — hardly a threat to take away touches from an elite talent like Jeanty.
10. Brian Thomas Jr., WR, Jacksonville Jaguars, 22 Years Old
BTJ’s rookie year was phenomenal. The Jaguars were a bottom-eight offense, averaging only 18.8 points per game as a team. Trevor Lawrence missed multiple games. Many things went wrong for Jacksonville, but BTJ was not one of them.
Thomas Jr. had one of the best seasons ever for a rookie WR — finishing tied for fifth with 10 touchdown catches, fifth in receiving yardage with 1,282 yards, and setting a Jacksonville rookie record with 87 receptions. Jacksonville hired Liam Coen, and there is a great deal of enthusiasm about the Jaguars becoming one of the league’s most improved offenses.
11. Puka Nacua, WR, LA Rams, 24 Years Old
The fantasy WR1 overall has led the league in targets and catches every year for the past four seasons. Few players in football possess Nacua's target ceiling potential. He could be in store to put up a season comparable to Cooper Kupp’s league-winning run in 2021. Nacua could become the NFL’s next 200-target player at some point in his career. You will want to have exposure to Nacua in 2025.
UPDATE: Matthew Stafford is dealing with an aggravated disc and has received an epidural. The Rams believe he will be ready for Week 1, but with so many strong options available right behind him, I moved Puka down to to a low first round grade. I am still optimistic for a strong season, but would be less excited about a Jimmy Garroppolo-led Rams offense if Stafford misses time.
12. Nico Collins, WR, Houston Texans, 26 Years Old
Collins has emerged over the last two seasons as a model of consistency and the focal point of the Houston offense. He averaged 17.4 PPG in 2023 and 17.3 this past season. It feels like we still have not seen what a true ceiling outcome is for Collins. 2025 could be the year for him to reach it and have a peak Julio Jones-like performance. Houston added multiple pass catchers this past offseason, but Collins will remain the focal point of the passing game and CJ Stroud’s preferred target.
13. Christian McCaffrey, RB, San Francisco 49ers, 29 Years Old
CMC is surging up draft boards and is currently being selected in the first round in NFFC, FFPC, and Underdog drafts. 2024 proved to be a disappointing season for a player we had grown accustomed to seeing dominate. McCaffrey played in only four games and averaged a career low in fantasy PPG.
San Francisco will be looking for a big turnaround as a team, and if healthy, expect CMC to bounce back in a significant way. Even if McCaffrey concedes some carries, he is one of the best bets among all running backs to finish in the 70+ catch range.
UPDATE: I have had to hear Scott Barrett and Graham Barfield wax poetic about a potential CMC smash season so often that I moved him up two spots. I am slightly lower in ADP on him than many of my colleagues here at Fantasy Points, but I still drafted him at 2.01 in an FFPC Main Event.
14. Brock Bowers, TE, Las Vegas Raiders, 22 Years Old
Bowers will be the consensus TE1 overall heading into 2025, and seemingly for the rest of his career. The torch has officially been passed from Travis Kelce to Bowers.
Bowers obliterated the rookie record for catches at the tight end position with 112, obliterating the previous record held by Sam LaPorta (86). He also broke Mike Ditka’s record for receiving yardage with 1,144. The sky is the limit in 2025. With Geno Smith taking over, Bowers should benefit greatly from improved quarterback play.
It is officially wheels up for a Bowers smash season.
15. Amon-Ra St. Brown, WR, Detroit Lions, 25 Years Old
The Sun God has three straight seasons with at least 106 receptions and 1,161 receiving yards. There were many mouths to feed in Detroit’s offense, and teammate Jameson Williams emerged this season, but it didn’t matter — St. Brown is a target vacuum. He also has 22 touchdown catches over the past two seasons, trailing only Mike Evans and Chase.
UPDATE: The Lions don’t seem to be worried at all about it, but an offseason “clean-up” knee surgery is not ideal. I also am high on Jameson Williams (see below). This offense could be slightly less Sun God-centric (heliocentric?). He is still a great player, but I don’t see him as a WR1 overall threat like a few players ahead of him in my rankings. I also love some of the other values at WR in this draft range.
16. Drake London, WR, Atlanta Falcons, 23 Years Old
London broke out last season in Zac Robinson’s first year as Offensive Coordinator in Atlanta with a WR5 overall finish. He set a career-high with 16.5 PPG and finished with 100 catches, 1271 yards, and 9 TD grabs. The sample size is small, but there is considerable promise with Michael Penix Jr. at quarterback. In Penix Jr.’s three starts, London was targeted 39% of the time and had a 1st read rate of 45.1%. London will enter 2025 as a dark horse candidate to finish as the WR1 overall.
17. Ladd McConkey, WR, LA Chargers, 23 Years Old
Expect to see McConkey on multiple “league winner” lists this offseason. McConkey broke Puka Nacua’s NFL rookie record for receiving yards in a playoff game with an absurd 197 on nine catches, including an electric 86-yard catch and run touchdown. He had already broken Keenan Allen’s rookie records with 82 catches for 1,155 (10th) yards in the regular season.
McConkey is a Fantasy Points Data standout with 2.57 yards per route run (7th among all players with at least 75 targets), 10.5 yards per target (5th). In year two, McConkey could challenge the notion of what a wide receiver can accomplish in a Greg Roman-run offense. He has top-five WR scoring production potential.
18. Derrick Henry, RB, Baltimore Ravens, 31 Years Old
OK, fine. Call me an ageist. If Henry were 25 years old, I would have him ranked right up there with Gibbs. But he is 31. Only eight running backs have averaged 15 points or more at age 31, and this year the Big Dog will make it nine. Henry has shown zero signs of slowing down, and in fact, was rejuvenated in his first season in Baltimore. Henry rushed for 16 TDs and averaged 19.8 PPG — fourth overall at the running back position.
This past offseason, Baltimore rewarded Henry with a contract extension that locks him in as a Raven through 2026. He has to slow down at some point, right? Right?
19. AJ Brown, WR, Philadelphia Eagles, 28 Years Old
Brown (16.7 PPG this season) is still a weapon of mass destruction in fantasy, capable of delivering immense spike weeks that can win just about any matchup. Brown scored touchdowns in both the NFC title game against Washington and in Philadelphia’s Super Bowl blowout win over Kansas City.
He lacks the target ceiling to challenge for the WR1 overall, but is a great consolation prize inside of the second round.
20. Chase Brown, RB, Cincinnati Bengals, 25 Years Old
Our usage king returns. Brown’s second-half run was fantastic, especially for fantasy managers rostering him. From Weeks 9–17, Brown averaged 20.6 PPG, the fifth most among all running backs.
Brown had a true breakout season, going from 58 touches as a rookie to 283 in year two. The Bengals lost longtime standout running back Joe Mixon, and improved as an offense, a true testament to Brown’s impact. This offseason, Brown avoided any significant threat to his starting job. Expect even more in year three.
21. Trey McBride, TE, Arizona Cardinals, 25 Years Old
McBride finished neck and neck with Bowers in PPG, outsourcing him (15.6 to 15.5) and finishing in a dead heat in receptions, with Bowers slightly edging him (112-111). He led all tight ends with a 26.5% target share and finished with the fourth-most receptions by a tight end in a single season, ever.
The only reason more people aren’t salivating over McBride’s potential heading into 2025 is his lack of receiving touchdowns — he finished with only two.
If you hate the term “positive touchdown regression,” you’ve come to the wrong place, because McBride will be the poster child for it all offseason.
22. Bucky Irving, RB, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, 22 Years Old
Irving was one of the true breakout stars of the 2024 rookie class and the top running back. He overtook the top spot in the Tampa Bay backfield from Rachaad White, 2023’s RB4 overall. Irving combines electric rushing ability (1122 rushing yards on 5.4 yards per carry) and immense potential as a receiver (47 catches for 392 yards). Liam Coen left for Jacksonville, but the Buccaneers kept it in-house, promoting Josh Grizzard to offensive coordinator.
Not to get too technical, but Bucky Irving is like that. A coordinator change will do nothing to quell my early enthusiasm for him.
23. Jaxon Smith-Njigba, WR, Seattle Seahawks, 23 Years Old
After a disappointing rookie season fantasy-wise, JSN exploded in production in 2024. He tied a franchise record for most receptions in a season with 100 (10th in the NFL) and posted 1,130 receiving yards (12th). He also overtook both Tyler Lockett and DK Metcalf as the team's focal point in the passing game after playing third fiddle in 2023.
Lockett and Metcalf are now on new teams. This was JSN’s first fully healthy offseason as a pro, and he improved by leaps and bounds. He just turned 23 this month, and there is plenty of room for growth in both his role and scoring numbers this season.
New offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak could also increase his downfield targets and overall aDOT (9.2 this season). The acquisition of Cooper Kupp should force JSN to play more outside this year — providing more opportunities for him to make big plays downfield.
24. Tee Higgins, WR, Cincinnati Bengals, 26 Years Old
Higgins is coming off the best season of his career fantasy-wise. Despite playing only 12 games, he caught 10 touchdown passes — tied for the sixth most in the NFL. Higgins also averaged 18.5 PPG (5th among all WRs) with a 23.1% target share. Fantasy managers who started Higgins in their playoffs will never forget the 40.1-point PPR explosion he dropped in money-making Week 17.
The Bengals rewarded Higgins this offseason with a four-year, $115 million extension — the most money ever paid to a team’s WR2.
25. Jonathan Taylor, RB, Indianapolis Colts, 26 Years Old
Taylor was sensational last season during the fantasy playoffs. He made up for a disappointing season—he was drafted side by side with Barkley and ahead of Achane and Henry — with two massive performances in Weeks 16 and 17.
He finished as the RB1 overall in both weeks, rushing for 354 yards and 5 TDs combined. If that was not enough, Taylor had a Week 18 encore, rushing for 177 yards and another TD with most fantasy managers done for the season. The Colts have question marks at quarterback, and will continue to lean on Taylor with as much volume as he can handle on a weekly basis.
26. Josh Jacobs, RB, Green Bay Packers, 27 Years Old
Jacobs’ first year in Green Bay was a dominant one, especially over the second half of the season. Jacobs finished fourth in the NFL with 15 rushing TDs — a career-high. Twelve of them occurred during his last eight games. The Green Bay offense could be even better in 2025, and Jacobs will continue to be the focal point of it.
27. Tyreek Hill, WR, Miami Dolphins, 31 Years Old
Hill has been one of the better fantasy assets to roster during his time in Kansas City and over his first two seasons in Miami, but 2024 was a significant setback. De’Von Achane became the focal point of the Dolphins' offensive attack, and Hill’s target share dipped to 20.1% after a 31.1% mark in 2023. His PPG numbers also had a steep dropoff.
There are plenty of legitimate excuses: Tua Tagovailoa missed a good portion of the season, and Hill was dealing with a wrist injury.
Hill has moved up considerably for me since my late May rankings. The vibes are great. He has lost ten pounds this offseason and is displaying game-breaking speed both on and off the field. The Dolphins beat reporters, coaching staff, and Hill are all saying the right things. Hill doesn’t need to deliver 2023 numbers to become a significant ADP win at his third-round price tag.
UPDATE: I have been drafting Hill more and more often, and made a significant adjustment with him in my ranks. There is risk with Hill, but also a potential 18 PPG — or higher — type season. I am monitoring a recent oblique injury but for now, I will continue to draft him.
28. Garrett Wilson, WR, New York Jets, 24 Years Old
Wilson did what he always does last season: draw targets. He finished tied for fourth in the NFL with 153 and averaged 14.8 PPG. Despite career highs in catches (101), receiving yardage (1,104), and touchdown catches (7), drafters who invested in Wilson around the 1–2 turn were left wanting more.
The days of treating Wilson as a legitimate WR1 overall threat with inflated ADP should be over — for now. That said, he could turn out to be a value and a post-hype sleeper this season.
Wilson will benefit from new offensive coordinator Tanner Engstrand and will also be reunited with his former college quarterback, Justin Fields. With a complete lack of target competition in New York, Wilson, who already ranks seventh all-time in receptions through a player’s first three NFL seasons (279), should see many more receptions this year. Despite a run-heavy approach from the Jets, Wilson is poised to post the highest target share of his career.
UPDATE: The vibes with Wilson have been incredibly strong this offseason. Aaron Glenn said that the Jets want to “get Wilson the ball as much as possible.” The organization backed this statement up by extending Wilson on a brand-new four-year, $135 million deal.
29. Davante Adams, WR, LA Rams, 32 Years Old
Adams showed zero signs of slowing down last season, averaging 17.2 PPG while splitting time between Las Vegas and the New York Jets — two of the league’s lowest-scoring teams (both ranked in the bottom eight in points per game). He now lands in Los Angeles, in a Sean McVay offense that could be one of the league’s most potent.
Adams steps into the Cooper Kupp role opposite Puka Nacua, giving LA one of the league’s best pairs of pass catchers. Nacua’s presence should create advantageous coverages for Adams on a weekly basis, and McVay will dial up plenty of plays to get both players the ball. Last season, between Weeks 8 and 17, Nacua and Kupp combined for a 58% target share. Expect a similar level of consolidation, which should be music to the ears of fantasy managers.
UPDATE: I moved Adams up because I just cannot stop drafting him. He could be in store for a monster season. The presence of Nacua makes me even more bullish, as Adams could thrive on spike weeks and advantageous coverages.
30. Lamar Jackson, QB, Baltimore Ravens, 28 Years Old
Jackson had a vintage season even by his high fantasy standards. He led all quarterbacks with 25.1 PPG — a huge statistical advantage at the position and a full 6.2 points clear of the QB7. This was Jackson’s best fantasy season since 2019. He thrived under second-year offensive coordinator Todd Monken and playing next to Henry, the most talented back Jackson has ever shared the backfield with.
Jackson once again led the QB position in rushing yards (915), while also setting a career high with 41 touchdown passes, while also passing for an absurdly low four interceptions. He led the league in passes over 40 yards (14) and led all starting quarterbacks in passer rating. I could write a novel about why you should draft Lamar Jackson.
But what about the other quarterbacks?
31. Josh Allen, QB, Buffalo Bills, 29 Years Old
2024 was supposed to be a down year for Allen. He lost his longtime WR1, Stefon Diggs, as well as his big-play threat, Gabe Davis. The offense was in a transition year, with Khalil Shakir leading the wide receiver room. Despite all the challenges and personnel changes, Allen was his usual self. He finished as the QB2 overall, marking the fifth straight season he has finished as a top-three scorer at the position in PPG.
Allen redefines what a spike week means. He had the two highest-scoring weeks at the quarterback position, including a 51.4-point explosion — the highest-scoring fantasy output ever. He is a weapon of mass destruction and will continue to be a league-wrecker in 2025.
32. Jayden Daniels, QB, Washington Commanders, 24 Years Old
Ladies and gentlemen, this is what we refer to as a “tier.” Jackson, Allen, and Daniels represent the big three at the position and are the best bets to finish as the QB1 overall in 2025.
Daniels’ rookie season in Washington was magical. He led the Commanders to their first playoff wins since 1991 and a spot in the NFC championship. Daniels scored the second-most fantasy points by a rookie QB ever, trailing only Cam Newton. A Fantasy Points favorite this past offseason, he showed his “Konami Code” ability in abundance with 891 rushing yards (second among all quarterbacks) to go along with 25 touchdown passes.
Washington made serious improvements on the offensive line, and upgraded their WR2 spot with a trade for Deebo Samuel. Daniels will challenge for his first QB1 overall finish and will be in the mix for the NFL’s MVP trophy.
UPDATE: I have predicted that Daniels will win the 2025 NFL MVP and could put up a QB1 overall season in fantasy. Ranking him as the third QB here is reflective of ADP. He often falls half a round or more behind Jackson/Allen, but possesses similar upside.
33. George Kittle, TE, San Francisco 49ers, 31 Years Old
Death, taxes, and George Kittle scoring fantasy points. There are few certainties in life, but Kittle remaining a mainstay in fantasy is one of them. He led all players at the position with 15.8 PPG—higher than both Bowers and McBride. Despite playing only 15 games, he finished with 1,106 receiving yards—the second-highest single-season total of his career. Kittle will continue to be a key part of the offense and one of Brock Purdy’s primary targets.
34. Kyren Williams, RB, LA Rams, 24 Years Old
There were bumps along the way and a rough patch of games late in the year, but Williams still managed to finish as an RB1 for the second consecutive season. He averaged 17.1 PPG and finished third among all running backs with 316 carries - a massive number for a back weighing in at fewer than 200 pounds.
The Blake Corum threat last season was largely nonexistent. There are more challenges this season, with Corum being joined by fourth-rounder Jarquez Hunter. GM Les Snead has indicated that LA could utilize a committee approach this season, which would undoubtedly be a first for a McVay-led offense. Even with the threats to his role, Williams is in the driver's seat to deliver his third consecutive RB1 finish.
UPDATE: Williams signed a three-year extension. He is locked into a prominent role in a fantasy-friendly offense. I moved him up a few spots. Dynasty managers should rest a lot easier knowing that Williams’ outlook is
35. Omarion Hampton, RB, LA Chargers, 21 Years Old
While Jeanty is garnering early attention from drafters, Hampton has settled in as high-end RB2 in early ADP — and rightfully so. He checks multiple boxes we look for in fantasy: size (221 pounds), athleticism (4.41 40-yard dash), and two-way ability.
Hampton posted back-to-back seasons with 1,500+ rushing yards, at least 15 rushing touchdowns, and 67 combined receptions over his last two seasons at UNC. The Chargers selected him with the 22nd overall pick. There could be annoying moments usage-wise, especially early in the season, as LA also utilizes free agent signing Najee Harris. Still, by the time the fantasy playoffs come around, Hampton should be in a bell cow role on a team that wants to run the football.
UPDATE: An off-the-field Harris eye injury still lacks a good deal of clarity. The Chargers have said that they believe Harris will be ready for training camp. My ranking for Hampton was already sky high and ahead of ADP. If Harris were to miss time, he would move inside my top-30.
36. Breece Hall, RB, New York Jets, 24 Years Old
To some, this ranking will feel punitive. Coaching changes, coordinator changes, a big midseason trade for Davante Adams, and a whole lot of losses — this Jets season was a circus, and Hall was caught in the wreckage.
Criticizing Hall is sacrilege to many in the fantasy community, but the facts are the facts. He averaged only 15.1 PPG, and his receiving numbers regressed from 76 receptions in 2023 to just 57 this season. Despite his immense talent, Hall has never rushed for 1,000 yards or scored more than five rushing touchdowns in any season of his career.
This offseason, new head coach Aaron Glenn praised not only Hall, but second-year backs Braelon Allen and Isaiah Davis, saying that “we have three backs that we want to utilize as much as possible.” Even with the dreaded committee fears, it is hard to envision Hall not dominating touches in the Jets' backfield, especially on a team with a lack of skill position talent outside of Wilson. Hall has never averaged fewer than 15.1 PPG in any season of his career.
37. Kenneth Walker, RB, Seattle Seahawks, 24 Years Old
Head Coach Mike Macdonald signaled out Walker early and often last offseason as a focal point of the Seattle offense. Walker started the season out on an absolute tear, with at least 18.9 points in four of his first five games played. He averaged a career high of 16.5 PPG. Despite playing in only 11 games, Walker set a career high in receptions with 42 and scored 8 touchdowns.
New offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak is an excellent fit for Walker. Seattle is expected to increase its use of the fullback position this season, freeing up even more touches for Walker with the added benefit of an extra blocker. If Walker can stay healthy, he could be in store for a huge year.
38. Xavier Worthy, WR, Kansas City Chiefs, 22 Years Old
The fastest player in NFL Combine history, Worthy became the first Chiefs rookie wide receiver selected in the first round of the NFL Draft since 2011. He lived up to the billing, providing the Chiefs with big-play ability. Worthy finished second among all rookies with nine touchdowns, trailing only Brian Thomas Jr. in the process.
Worthy scored 19 or more points in three consecutive games toward the end of the regular season and elevated his performance even further in the NFL playoffs. In the AFC title game, he recorded six catches for 85 yards and a touchdown. The Super Bowl was even more impressive — Worthy was the Chiefs' lone bright spot, delivering a peak Tyreek Hill-like performance with eight catches for 157 yards and two touchdowns, albeit with some serious garbage time production.
Even though he should cede targets to Rice, Worthy’s upside in Year 2 is sky-high.
UPDATE: Worthy is the biggest beneficiary of the expected Rice suspension. He will be the featured playmaker in the Kansas City offense. This is a massive opportunity for the second-year player.
39. Marvin Harrison Jr., WR, Arizona Cardinals, 22 Years Old
Harrison Jr. was the highest drafted rookie wide receiver ever in redraft ADP last season. The fourth overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft had the fantasy community abuzz with enthusiasm and high expectations. One year removed from Puka Nacua’s unbelievable 2023 rookie year, drafters were not going to let this level of rookie wide receiver upside and can’t-miss profile slide at all. What transpired was a rollercoaster ride of a season, with some fun highs (eight games with 15 points or more) and devastating lows (six games with 6 points or fewer). The WR39 finish was not what anyone signed up for.
2025 is all about consistency. Harrison Jr. was targeted 50 times over his last six games. Much like his former Ohio State teammate Jaxson Smith-Njigba, the market may have been a year too early, and a year two breakout could be in store.
40. James Cook, RB, Buffalo Bills, 25 Years Old
Cook has finished as an RB1 for two consecutive seasons, beating his ADP both times in the process. The analytics crowd will quickly point out that he played only 48% of the snaps, and his 7.7% touchdown rate (#1 among all backs with at least 100 carries) is unsustainable.
But it is hard to fathom how efficient and productive Cook was with his touches. He scored 18 touchdowns — the second most in a single season in Bills history, trailing only O.J. Simpson. Cook also put up 28.1 PPR points in Buffalo’s season-ending AFC Championship loss to Kansas City. Fears of a potential holdout and touchdown regression have made his current ADP palatable.
41. Tetairoa McMillan, WR, Carolina Panthers, 22 Years Old
Rookie wide receivers have finished as top-six PPR scorers in four of the last five seasons, including two last year with Malik Nabers and Brian Thomas Jr. This year’s best bet to continue the trend is Tetairoa McMillan.
There’s a lot to like about his profile: he’s 6'5", 210-plus pounds, with elite hands, polished route-running, and a knack for the spectacular, highlight-reel catch. Carolina selected him eighth overall in the NFL Draft — the highest pick for a wide receiver in franchise history.
The Panthers are desperate for an alpha WR to command targets and accelerate the development of third-year quarterback Bryce Young. They’ve found one in T-Mac. McMillan projects for usage similar to a player like Drake London, with a high target ceiling and the ability to make an instant impact.
42. Terry McLaurin, WR, Washington Commanders, 29 Years Old
Fantasy managers had been waiting for a Terry McLaurin breakout season seemingly his entire career. Despite a revolving door of middling to bad quarterback play, McLaurin posted four straight seasons of at least 77 receptions and 1,100 receiving yards but never surpassed 14.9 PPG, including a career-low 12.3 in 2023.
All McLaurin needed was improved quarterback play, and he got it in the form of 2024's No. 2 overall pick, Jayden Daniels. McLaurin set a franchise record with 13 touchdown catches, trailing only Ja'Marr Chase for the NFL lead. He dominated Washington in all receiving metrics, including target share (21.7%) and air yards share (39.8%).
Washington will likely add additional weapons in the passing game, but McLaurin should remain Daniels’ preferred target for at least another season.
UPDATE: McLaurin still remains in an ugly contract dispute. The two sides seem to be at a stalemate. The vibes are not great, but if they do come to an agreement, the ramp up period for McLaurin should be a quick one and he should step right back into being Daniels’ #1 option in the passing game.
43. DJ Moore, WR, Chicago Bears, 28 Years Old
DJ Moore had his best season as a pro in 2023, finishing as the WR6 overall. This long-awaited smash season was vindication for fantasy managers who had long believed that all Moore needed was a better situation than the "pits of hell" quarterback era he endured for multiple seasons in Carolina.
Last year was a slight disappointment, with Moore struggling early before rebounding after offensive coordinator Shane Waldron was fired midseason. He eventually finished as the WR14 but was a purgatory player at ADP after many had expected a repeat of 2023.
Moore’s third season in Chicago could look much more like his first. New head coach Ben Johnson set the fantasy world on fire in Detroit, and second-year quarterback Caleb Williams now has a year of development in the pros. Even with the emergence of rookie Luther Burden and second-year pro Rome Odunze, Moore should still remain the focal point of the Bears’ offense.
44. Rashee Rice, WR, Kansas City Chiefs, 25 Years Old
What could have been for Rice drafters in 2024? Through the first three weeks of the season, Rice looked like the league winner. He was averaging 21.6 points per game with a 31.5% target share and a 40.1% first-read rate. Disaster struck in game four, and Rice was lost for the season.
This year, Rice should step right back into a prominent role as the focal point of the Chiefs' passing game. Travis Kelce’s further decline will only bolster Rice’s chain-moving ability. Xavier Worthy and Rice should thrive next to one another and give Kansas City one of the league’s best WR duos.
UPDATE: Any lingering concerns about Rice’s health and availability were erased with Andy Reid confirming he will be a full go for training camp. Rice moves up a few spots in my rankings, and has upside to return value even with a 2nd round ADP price tag.
Welp…
UPDATE: Life comes at you fast. Rice was sentenced to five years' probation and 30 days in jail for a 2024 car crash incident. He is expected to be suspended by the NFL. No one knows just how long this suspension will be for. Some have speculated it could be as many as six games. For this ranking update, I will treat it as a four-game suspension. Xavier Worthy, Travis Kelce, and other Chiefs pass catchers will see a boost in usage and production with Rice sidelined.
45. Jameson Williams, WR, Detroit Lions, 24 Years Old
Williams took a gigantic leap forward, finally rewarding fantasy managers who never lost hope in the 2022 NFL Draft’s 12th overall pick. He averaged 14.2 PPG and finished as the WR23 overall in PPG. This season, he could reach new heights. New OC John Morton has predicted a “breakout season.” Williams had four games with 22 or more points scored. He has immense spike week potential every time he takes the field.
46. Mike Evans, WR, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, 31 Years Old
Mike Evans’ streak of consecutive 1,000-yard seasons looked very much at risk last year, but he got there with a late-season surge. With 11 in a row, he trails only Jerry Rice. Sometime in the future, he will join Rice in Canton, but in the meantime, he will continue helping fantasy managers win weeks. Despite playing only 14 games, Evans finished the season with 11 touchdown catches, giving him 24 over the last two seasons, tying him with Chase for the most at the wide receiver position in this span.
This season, there are more mouths to feed in Tampa with the Bucs selecting Ohio State power slot Emeka Egbuka with the 19th overall pick on top of re-signing Chris Godwin. Still, the Mayfield-Evans connection should continue to produce spike weeks. Over the last two seasons, including the playoffs, Evans has 14 games with 20 points or more.
47. TreVeyon Henderson, RB, New England Patriots, 22 Years Old
The New England Patriots selected Henderson with the 38th overall pick. He is in the mold of a Jahmyr Gibbs-style player and can quickly become the focal point of the New England offense. He has home run hitting ability as a runner and as a receiver (11 plays from scrimmage over 50 yards as a Buckeye). Rhamondre Stevenson will be an annoying presence, but Henderson’s role should be fantasy-friendly. There have been multiple reports that Henderson is one of the stars of New England’s early days of training camp.
48. Alvin Kamara, RB, New Orleans Saints, 30 Years Old
This ranking for Alvin Kamara will seem low to many, especially after his high-level production last season. Kamara averaged 19 PPG, the fifth-highest among all running backs. He set a career high in rushing yardage with 950 and finished second only to Achane in receptions and receiving yards at the position.
Kamara turns 30 this offseason and will face yet another change in offensive coordinators, along with a new head coach in Kellen Moore. Expect another season of strong production, although it may be capped by the quality (read: lack thereof) of the Saints’ offense. With rookie QB Tyler Shough most likely taking over as the team’s starter, the Saints could be one of the league’s weakest offenses.
49. DK Metcalf, WR, Pittsburgh Steelers, 28 Years Old
There has been a recent trend of wide receivers (WRs) who were traded to new teams and went on to crush their average draft position (ADP) and finish as WR1s. Last season, it was Jerry Jeudy. In 2023, it was DJ Moore. Pittsburgh traded a second-round pick for Metcalf this offseason and doubled down on their bet by rewarding him with a five-year, $150 million contract extension. They traded George Pickens, last year’s leading target earner, to Dallas.
I expect Aaron Rodgers will be targeting Metcalf at a high rate. He is in store for his highest usage season in years with minimal WR target competition surrounding him.
50. Jalen Hurts, QB, Philadelphia Eagles, 26 Years Old
The tush push remains unstoppable, and Hurts continued to thrive on the ground last season with 14 rushing scores — giving him a whopping 52 in his four seasons as the Eagles' starting quarterback. Passing-wise, there is optimism for improved numbers with Hurts’ primary pass catchers all missing time last season. Hurts has finished top six in PPG at the QB position every season as a starter, and should continue that streak in 2025.
51. Joe Burrow, QB, Cincinnati Bengals, 28 Years Old
After an injury-plagued 2023, Burrow came back in a significant way with his best season as a pro. He finished as the QB3 overall, leading the NFL in passing yardage and touchdowns (43) while completing 70.6% of his passes. Burrow broke multiple Bengals franchise records in the process and shows no signs of slowing down whatsoever.
A legitimate argument can be made to select Burrow much earlier than this ranking reflects. Burrow could become the fourth NFL quarterback to pass for 50 touchdowns in a season.
UPDATE: Another conviction on the clock rankings adjustment — I have been selecting Hurts more and more often when on the clock in a head-to-head decision with Burrow. Burrow is still a player I am ahead of ADP on. Very bullish on this tier of QB delivering this season.
52. George Pickens, WR, Dallas Cowboys, 24 Years Old
Pickens leaves the low-volume passing game in Pittsburgh to Dallas in what should be a stylistic upgrade. He will take a back seat to Lamb, but should thrive in a number two role. His ability to win on contested catches and on downfield targets will be a nice fit with Dak Prescott. Pickens is also motivated by the prospect of a new contract.
53. Chuba Hubbard, RB, Carolina Panthers, 26 Years Old
The story heading into last season was the fantasy football potential of Carolina Panthers rookie Jonathon Brooks. But it quickly turned into Chuba Hubbard becoming one of the best values at ADP in all of fantasy football.
Hubbard took advantage of his opportunity and ran with it, setting career highs across the board — including rushing yards (1,175), rushing touchdowns (10), and receptions (43). He finished as the RB12 overall in PPG (16.1).
The threat of Brooks never materialized, ultimately ending with a season-ending torn ACL that is expected to sideline him for the entire year.
Hubbard was rewarded with a contract extension that will keep him in Carolina through 2028. There’s no reason to fade him this season. The Dave Canales offense has been running back–friendly for consecutive years (see: Rachaad White in 2023). Expect Hubbard to remain the high-volume focal point of the Panthers’ offense.
54. James Conner, RB, Arizona Cardinals, 30 Years Old
Conner has been the model of weekly fantasy scoring consistency the last few seasons, with at least 15.4 PPG in four straight seasons. He is a very good pick this year at his current ADP despite the potential for increased touches for year two back Trey Benson. If you are stuck on the clock in a Hero or Zero RB build and need early-season production, feel free to take him 10 spots earlier than I have him ranked.
55. DeVonta Smith, WR, Philadelphia Eagles, 26 Years Old
Smith has averaged at least 14.2 PPG for three straight seasons and has never finished lower than WR20 in weekly PPG. He has become affordable this season in ADP across several platforms and could be a significant ADP winner if Philadelphia passes more this season.
56. Jaylen Waddle, WR, Miami Dolphins, 26 Years Old
There are positive vibes with Waddle this offseason, and he looks set for a bounce-back year. Waddle had three straight 1,000+ yard, 70+ catch seasons to start his career. If he stays healthy, he should return to posting similar numbers. The Dolphins have become significantly more consolidated after the Jonnu Smith trade, and Waddle will benefit. If this Tyreek Hill oblique injury lingers or becomes more significant, then Waddle has league winning upside at his current ADP cost.
57. Travis Hunter, WR, Jacksonville Jaguars, 22 Years Old
The electric rookie should become an exciting complement to BTJ. Hunter could thrive on spike weeks. The threat of him playing a large role on defense is always going to be on drafters' minds, but Hunter provides a great combination of draft capital/talent. He is the least expensive top-five draft pick WR in a long time. Liam Coen has been saying everything fantasy managers want to hear regarding Hunter’s role as a wideout (80% snap share?!).
There are a number of wide receivers I have ranked behind him with fewer variables and weekly volatility than Hunter, but very few lack his upside and spike week potential.
58. Courtland Sutton, WR, Denver Broncos, 30 Years Old
Sutton’s production could regress this season with increased talent at the skill positions in the Denver offense, but not by much. He enjoyed a resurgence in 2024, thriving as Bo Nix’s preferred target in the passing game and finishing as the WR15 overall. Denver rewarded their WR1 with a WR1-like deal extension this offseason (four years, $92 million).
59. RJ Harvey, RB, Denver Broncos, 24 Years Old
If JK Dobbins didn’t sign with Denver this June, Harvey would have been inside the Top-50. The threat of Dobbins looms in the back of Harvey managers' minds, but the rookie should thrive in this offense. Denver has been top-five in running back targets for two consecutive seasons. If Harvey inherits the Javonte Williams vacated targets, he could finish as a Top-15 scorer at the position.
Keep an eye on Harvey’s ADP: the more Sean Payton uses the word “Joker” when describing his role, the chances become greater that Harvey will steam into the 4th round in formats like the FFPC and NFFC by the end of the month.
60. Calvin Ridley, WR, Tennessee Titans, 30 Years Old
Ridley is a top candidate to be this season’s version of McLaurin or Sutton — a veteran WR with great usage in an offense that lacks target competition who benefits from a massive talent upgrade at the QB position. If Cam Ward is better than expected, Ridley can finish as a top-15 scorer at the WR position.
61. Zay Flowers, WR, Baltimore Ravens, 24 Years Old
There is a lot to like about Flowers. He has 151 catches in his first two seasons as a pro, and has had a target share of 24% in each of them. The problem is, Flowers is in one of the league’s most run-heavy offenses, capping his fantasy scoring ceiling. He will most likely settle in as a can beat his ADP type value, but not one who can obliterate it.
62. Ricky Pearsall, WR, San Francisco 49ers, 24 Years Old
Pearsall could be this season’s year two breakout at the WR position. With Jauan Jennings sidelined, Pearsall has been running as the team’s #1 wideout. He has multiple outs to provide value. Pearsall is often available later than this, but this range seems to be where he is heading by the end of the month.
63. Chris Olave, WR, New Orleans Saints, 25 Years Old
Olave benefits from the Kellen Moore hire and should lead New Orleans in target share and first read rate. He is an alluring pick at his discounted current ADP after multiple seasons of having to use a top-three round pick on him. The issue with Olave — and all Saints this season — is potentially terrible QB play on a weekly basis.
64. Rome Odunze, WR, Chicago Bears, 23 Years Old
Odunze is a mystery box player this season, despite strong vibes coming out of Bears camp. He can hit very big - and crush this ranking — but will have to not only compete for targets with DJ Moore this season, but also a pair of talented rookies in Luther Burden and Colston Loveland.
65. Jerry Jeudy, WR, Cleveland Browns, 26 Years Old
Jeudy had a resurgence in his first season as a Cleveland Brown. He finished as the WR12 overall and set career highs in nearly every statistical category, including receptions (90), targets (140), and receiving yards (1229). This season, he has even less target competition. No matter who the quarterback in Cleveland is, expect them to target Jeudy early and often.
66. Emeka Egbuka, WR, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, 22 Years Old
Flag Plant Time. You do not have to take him at this range of the draft in nearly any format. But consider this my way of saying “draft Egbuka a round earlier in ADP in every single draft.” He has the talent and pedigree to become Baker Mayfield’s top target in the passing game by midseason.
67. D’Andre Swift, RB, Chicago Bears, 26 Years Old
Swift was an afterthought headed into the NFL draft, with many - including myself - expecting Chicago to draft his replacement. Instead, he became one of the draft’s biggest veteran winners. The Ben Johnson offense has been a fantasy points ATM. Swift could be in store for his best fantasy season since his days in Detroit.
68. Tony Pollard, RB, Tennessee Titans, 28 Years Old
Tyjae Spears will miss the beginning of the season with a high ankle sprain, and a potential committee backfield just became a Bell Cow one. Pollard is a great bet to have predictable weekly volume and production. With Spears on the shelf, Pollard will also be a highly targeted player in the Titans passing game. After volume concerns early in his career, Pollard has had back-to-back seasons with 250 carries or more.
69. Isiah Pacheco, RB, Kansas City Chiefs, 26 Years Old
Pacheco was a shell of himself to end last season, but is now fully healthy and should lead the Kansas City backfield. The threats of Kareem Hunt in short yardage and goal line situations, and rookie Brashard Smith taking on a role as a pass catching specialist are there, but as long as Pacheco remains healthy, he can produce RB2 numbers.
70. Sam LaPorta, TE, Detroit Lions, 24 Years Old
One year removed from an ADP that placed him at the 2-3 turn in PPR formats, LaPorta has fallen to a much more palatable range of drafts. There are plenty of mouths to feed in Detroit, but LaPorta could prove to be a post-hype sleeper. He was excellent in last season’s fantasy football playoffs, with three straight weekly finishes of TE6 or better.
71. Deebo Samuel, WR, Washington Commanders, 29 Years Old
Deebo Samuel appears to be rejuvenated after a disappointing 2024 season. He gets the Jayden Daniels boost (see Terry McLaurin and Zach Ertz last season) and fills a massive void on a team that lacks players with YAC ability. Samuel is getting glowing reports from Commanders' beat reporters.
72. Kaleb Johnson, RB, Pittsburgh Steelers, 21 Years Old
Jaylen Warren will limit Johnson’s early-season production, but it seems inevitable that the talented rookie will take over a large workload at some point this season — potentially a bell-cow workload.
73. Jakobi Meyers, WR, Las Vegas Raiders, 28 Years Old
Meyers should continue to put up strong WR2 numbers playing second fiddle to Brock Bowers in the Raiders' target pecking order. He set career highs last season in catches (87), receiving yardage (1027) and targets (129).
74. TJ Hockenson, TE, Minnesota Vikings, 28 Years Old
Hockenson is fully healthy after playing in only 10 games last season. He benefits from the Jordan Addison suspension (three games) and should slot in as Minnesota’s number two target in the passing game. Hockenson finished as a top-three scorer at the TE position in PPG in both 2022 and 2023.
75. JK Dobbins, RB, Denver Broncos, 26 Years Old
I am bullish on Harvey and Dobbins this season. The Broncos have one of the league's elite offensive lines and the mobile Bo Nix behind center. Dobbins and Harvey can co-exist, but if either misses time, the other should thrive. Dobbins had a fantasy resurgence last season as an LA Charger after missing time in multiple seasons in Baltimore. The vibes are strong in training camp.
76. David Montgomery, RB, Detroit Lions, 28 Years Old
David Montgomery has scored 25 TDs in his 28 regular-season games as a Lion and has finished as a top-16 weekly scorer in back-to-back seasons. Even with Gibbs taking over a larger role, Montgomery is still a threat to return value even if his snap share drops down to about 40%. This offense will still be one of the best in the league, and Detroit’s offensive line remains elite.
77. Jordan Mason, RB, Minnesota Vikings, 25 Years Old
Flag Plant Time. I am enthusiastically drafting Mason and have him one spot ahead of Aaron Jones. He can be a double-digit touchdown scorer this season and thrive in this offense. The situation reminds me of Montgomery's signing with Detroit in 2023.
78. Aaron Jones, RB, Minnesota Vikings, 30 Years Old
Or you can ignore my suggestion and select Jones. He had a career high in rushing yardage in his first season as a Viking, finishing with 1138 yards to go along with 51 catches. Like Hockenson, Jones could see a boost in the passing game early on in the season with Addison missing time. Both Minnesota backs make sense structurally.
79. Josh Downs, WR, Indianapolis Colts, 23 Years Old
Downs has a wide range of outcomes this season. If Daniel Jones is behind center, Downs could deliver a top-15 wide receiver finish. If Anthony Richardson is behind center, Downs is still the Colts' wideout most capable of thriving, but the overall passing game would take a hit. There is also the threat of rookie tight end Tyler Warren (see below). Despite all the question marks, Downs remains a great bet-on-talent player in this range of ADP. He had four WR1 weekly finishes last season.
80. Matthew Golden, WR, Green Bay Packers, 22 Years Old
I am betting on the speedy rookie to exceed expectations this season. He has speed to burn, route-running chops, and big-play ability. Golden will be a full-time player, capable of being on the field in two and three-wide receiver sets. If Green Bay is slightly more pass-happy than in 2024, Golden could be a big hit.
81. Jayden Reed, WR, Green Bay Packers, 25 Years Old
Jayden Reed is a talented player capable of big spike weeks, but has inconsistent week-to-week usage and production in Green Bay’s scheme. The Packers' unwillingness to use him in two wide receiver sets, and two straight seasons of a sub-65% snap share have lowered his ADP to a palatable range. I prefer Golden head-to-head, but it’s close.
82. Stefon Diggs, WR, New England Patriots, 31 Years Old
Stefon Diggs arrives in New England with a big opportunity to lead a young wide receiver room in fantasy scoring. His usage will differ from his low-ADOT role in Houston, but Diggs could post similar scoring numbers. The primary concern is his age and ability to maintain good health. Drake Maye needs an alpha to step up, and the Patriots would like nothing more than for it to be Diggs.
83. Jordan Addison, WR, Minnesota Vikings, 23 Years Old
Addison will serve a three-game suspension to start the season, but we don’t take zeros those weeks and should still target a talented player with a suddenly discounted ADP. He has scored 19 touchdowns over his first two seasons as a Viking — tied for the 12th most by any player in their first two NFL seasons. His ability to deliver spike weeks makes him one of the highest-ceiling selections in this range.
84. David Njoku, TE, Cleveland Browns, 29 Years Old
Njoku can lead Cleveland in targets this year and joins Bowers and McBride as one of the few tight ends with the ability and potential usage to do so. He has also been a spike week monster, with nine top-five weekly finishes in his last 16 regular-season games. The Browns' offense may sputter, but Njoku will thrive.
85. Patrick Mahomes, QB, Kansas City Chiefs, 29 Years Old
This ranking is a litmus test. Some will point to his QB10 and QB11 finishes the past two seasons and fail to see why they should push Mahomes into his own tier. Others will look at this and think I have him about 20 spots too low. After a Super Bowl blowout, Mahomes has the motivation - and talent around him - to return to 40+ passing touchdowns like he had in 2022.
86. Travis Kelce, TE, Kansas City Chiefs, 35 Years Old
The ageist in me wanted to full fade Kelce this season, but with the Rice suspension looming, I have been mixing him in at his suddenly affordable ADP range. A model of consistency, Kelce has had at least 93 catches in every season since 2018.
87. Jauan Jennings, WR, San Francisco 49ers, 28 Years Old
The vibes are not great with Jennings right now — a calf injury (or is it a hold-in?) and no timetable for his return. On paper, his role could be massive. For now, I will draft him as he falls, but I could make an adjustment one way or another in the coming weeks. Jennings enjoyed a strong breakout in 2024, leading San Francisco in multiple receiving categories.
88. Chris Godwin, WR, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, 28 Years Old
I am currently full on fading Godwin, but I will leave him a glimmer of hope with this ranking. He was fantastic last season when healthy, averaging 19.7 PPG. But this year with more mouths to feed (Egbuka, Jalen McMillan), a healthy Evans and a new offensive coordinator in Josh Grizzard, Godwin feels like a regression candidate. When you add in Godwin failing to recover from his Week 7 injury and his current PUP list status, he is a player I will let someone in my league bet on.
89. Mark Andrews, TE, Baltimore Ravens, 29 Years Old
Andrews got off to a rocky start in 2024, but finished with 11 TD grabs - leading the TE position. Now fully healthy after a 2023 tight rope surgery, he should get off to a fast start with Isaiah Likely set to miss the beginning of the year.
90. Braelon Allen, RB, New York Jets, 21 Years Old
Flag Plant Time. You do not need to take him this highly in nearly any format — for now — but Allen is becoming a major part of my draft plan, and he should also be a part of yours. The vibes are incredible right now coming out of Jets camp. With Justin Fields behind center, Allen should thrive in the David Montgomery role in the Tanner Engstrand offense.
He is a 240-pound battering ram of a player who rushed for nearly 3500 yards during his three seasons at Wisconsin. His physicality is an X-factor for an offense lacking playmakers, and he can easily coexist with Breece Hall.
91. Brian Robinson, RB, Washington Commanders, 26 Years Old
Robinson is entering a contract season in Washington. He has 17 touchdowns in his last 29 regular season games, but has never rushed for more 800 yards in a season. Robinson also has to deal with Austin Ekeler and the added threat of training camp standout rookie Jacory Croskey-Merritt.
92. Bo Nix, QB, Denver Broncos, 24 Years Old
There is a lot of debate on “who is this season’s QB7.” I will be pushing a chip in on Nix. The Broncos added multiple weapons this offseason, including a major overhaul at RB (Harvey/Dobbins), a new tight end in Evan Engram, and third-round WR Pat Bryant. Nix had 29 touchdown passes and rushed for 430 yards last season as a rookie. He can improve on those numbers this season.
93. Jaylen Warren, RB, Pittsburgh Steelers, 26 Years Old
I prefer Johnson, but Warren will not fade away without a fight. He has been a Mike Tomlin favorite for multiple seasons, and is well ahead of the rookie as a pass blocker. Warren had 61 receptions in 2023, and could be in store for a similar passing game usage this season.
94. Tyler Warren, TE, Indianapolis Colts, 23 Years Old
Warren is an absolute monster. He had three receptions in Indianapolis’ first preseason games, and there have been constant positive drumbeats from both Colts beat reporters and coachspeak. No matter who is behind center, expect Warren to be a massive part of the Colts' offense. There is a nonzero chance that he is the most valuable Colt to draft at ADP this year.
95. Colston Loveland, TE, Chicago Bears, 21 Years Old
I would reach and take Warren or Loveland a round ahead of ADP in multiple formats. Loveland has more target competition, but a scheme and quarterback situation that is much more conducive for fantasy production. Ben Johnson oversaw the Sam LaPorta rookie year explosion in 2023 and now has a talent with an even higher ceiling. Rookie TEs hitting right out the gate in back-to-back seasons is a trend we should not ignore — especially with two players as talented as this that are also supported by top-15 draft capital.
96. Tyrone Tracy, RB, New York Giants, 25 Years Old
Cam Skattebo will be a major threat throughout the season, but Tracy is well ahead for now, given Skattebo’s injury. Tracy has plus athleticism, had over 1000 combined yards, and finished with seven finishes of RB25 or better last season. If there were no Skattebo, I would rank him 25-30 spots higher. Ball security was a significant issue for Tracy last year (five fumbles).
97. Evan Engram, TE, Denver Broncos, 28 Years Old
Engram arrives in Denver and is the Broncos' best bet to become the number two target in the passing game behind Sutton. Engram has averaged 5.4 catches per game over the last three seasons. A mismatch in the slot, he can be a difference maker at the position if the Broncos' offense takes a step forward.
98. Joe Mixon, RB, Houston Texans, 29 Years Old
I am fully fading Mixon at his current cost. The vibes are not good, with Nick Chubb and Woody Marks mixing in… but mostly with Mixon nursing a foot injury that has put him on the PUP list. He has fallen to the late 7th round in multiple formats, but I would be more comfortable with taking him in round 9 or 10.
99. Khalil Shakir, WR, Buffalo Bills, 25 Years Old
Shakir had a breakout season in 2024, finishing with a team-leading 76 receptions, 100 targets, and 821 receiving yards. He had the second-most YAC production at the wide receiver position last season. Currently nursing a high-ankle sprain.
100. (TIE) Tucker Kraft, TE, Green Bay Packers, 24 Years Old
There is value for drafters in investing in the Green Bay pass catchers due to the depressed ADPs of all three players. With Kraft, he has a lower bar to cross target-wise to make a fantasy impact than Golden or Reed due to the nature of the tight end position. Kraft is a YAC monster and should see more downfield looks this season.
100. (TIE) Baker Mayfield, QB, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, 30 Years Old
The Bucs will miss Tristan Wirfs early on in the season, and Mayfield is a TD regression candidate, but it is hard to fade him after last season. Mayfield has found the perfect spot and continues to rewrite his career. He finished second in the NFL last season with 41. The addition of Egbuka is a big one, and if Godwin can play most of the year, this will be the best and deepest group of receivers Mayfield has ever played with.
