2025 Fantasy Football Draft Rankings: QB, RB, WR, TE, K, D/ST

Prepare for your 2025 fantasy football draft with our expert rankings for quarterbacks, running backs, wide receivers, tight ends, kickers, and defenses. Tailored for 12-team PPR leagues, these rankings reflect 2024 performances, 2025 NFL Draft impacts, and projected team dynamics. Dominate your draft with our unique insights!

Quarterbacks (QB)

Elite dual-threat QBs lead the 2025 rankings, offering high floors and explosive ceilings.

1. Josh Allen (Buffalo Bills)
   Why Draft Him? Allen’s 4,306 passing yards and 15 rushing TDs in 2024 make him QB1. New receivers boost his outlook.
   Risk: Turnovers and tough AFC East schedule.
2. Jalen Hurts (Philadelphia Eagles) Why Draft Him? Hurts’ dual-threat (3,803 passing, 609 rushing yards) thrives in Philly’s system.
   Risk: Injury concerns after a physical 2024.
3. Lamar Jackson (Baltimore Ravens)
   Why Draft Him? Jackson’s 4,178 passing and 821 rushing yards offer MVP upside.
   Risk: Limited elite receiving options.
4. Patrick Mahomes (Kansas City Chiefs)
   Why Draft Him? Mahomes’ 4,803 yards and 35 TDs keep him elite with rookie WR Xavier Worthy.
   Risk: Rashee Rice’s potential suspension.
5. C.J. Stroud (Houston Texans)
   Why Draft Him? Stroud’s 4,657 yards and new WRs make him a mid-tier QB1.
   Risk: Offensive line injuries.
6. Anthony Richardson (Indianapolis Colts)
   Why Draft Him? Richardson’s athleticism offers QB1 upside with rookie TE Tyler Warren.
   Risk: Inexperience and injuries.
7. Joe Burrow (Cincinnati Bengals)
   Why Draft Him? Burrow’s 4,641 yards and Ja’Marr Chase chemistry ensure safety.
   Risk: Wrist concerns and weak O-line.
8. Jayden Daniels (Washington Commanders)
   Why Draft Him? Daniels’ 654 rushing yards add dual-threat appeal.
   Risk: Limited receiving talent.
9. Kyler Murray (Arizona Cardinals)
   Why Draft Him? Murray’s mobility and Marvin Harrison Jr. create upside.
   Risk: Inconsistent play-calling.
10. Cam Ward (Rookie, TBD)
    Why Draft Him? Ward’s rushing and arm talent make him a late-round flier.
    Risk: Rookie inconsistency.

Running Backs (RB)

Workhorse backs and PPR specialists dominate early rounds, with rookies like Ashton Jeanty shining.

1. Bijan Robinson (Atlanta Falcons)
   Why Draft Him? Robinson’s 1,378 total yards and 58 receptions make him RB1.
   Risk: Timeshare with Tyler Allgeier.
2. Saquon Barkley (Philadelphia Eagles)
   Why Draft Him? Barkley’s 1,971 yards and 62 catches thrive in Philly.
   Risk: Age (28) and durability concerns.
3. Jahmyr Gibbs (Detroit Lions)
   Why Draft Him? Gibbs’ 1,496 yards and 71 receptions ensure PPR stardom.
   Risk: David Montgomery’s goal-line role.
4. Ashton Jeanty (Las Vegas Raiders, Rookie)
   Why Draft Him? Jeanty’s 2,497 college yards make him an RB1 in Vegas.
   Risk: Rookie adjustment and weak O-line.
5. Derrick Henry (Baltimore Ravens)
   Why Draft Him? Henry’s 1,845 rushing yards dominate in Baltimore.
   Risk: Age (31) and wear-and-tear.
6. Jonathan Taylor (Indianapolis Colts)
   Why Draft Him? Taylor’s 1,621 yards and 41 catches offer RB1 upside.
   Risk: Injury history.
7. Omarion Hampton (Los Angeles Chargers, Rookie)
   Why Draft Him? Hampton’s Round 1 pick fits Greg Roman’s scheme.
   Risk: Najee Harris timeshare.
8. Christian McCaffrey (San Francisco 49ers)
   Why Draft Him? McCaffrey’s 1,400 yards in 11 games show elite potential.
   Risk: Injury concerns and age (29).
9. Breece Hall (New York Jets)
   Why Draft Him? Hall’s 1,672 yards and 76 receptions shine in PPR.
   Risk: Inconsistent play-calling.
10. Kaleb Johnson (Pittsburgh Steelers, Rookie)
    Why Draft Him? Johnson’s 1,900 college yards fit Pittsburgh’s offense.
    Risk: Early timeshare.

Wide Receivers (WR)

Target-hog WRs and explosive rookies like Travis Hunter dominate PPR drafts.

1. Ja’Marr Chase (Cincinnati Bengals)
   Why Draft Him? Chase’s 104 receptions and 1,510 yards make him WR1.
   Risk: Burrow’s health.
2. CeeDee Lamb (Dallas Cowboys)
   Why Draft Him? Lamb’s 101 receptions and 1,384 yards thrive in Dallas.
   Risk: Dak Prescott’s contract uncertainty.
3. Justin Jefferson (Minnesota Vikings)
   Why Draft Him? Jefferson’s 1,456 yards survive QB changes.
   Risk: Sam Darnold’s limitations.
4. A.J. Brown (Philadelphia Eagles)
   Why Draft Him? Brown’s 1,345 yards and Hurts’ play style create WR1 upside.
   Risk: Run-first offense.
5. Travis Hunter (Jacksonville Jaguars, Rookie)
   Why Draft Him? Hunter’s 1,200 college yards make him a WR2 with WR1 upside.
   Risk: Potential CB snaps.
6. Puka Nacua (Los Angeles Rams)
   Why Draft Him? Nacua’s 105 receptions and 1,486 yards are PPR gold.
   Risk: Injury history.
7. Tetairoa McMillan (Carolina Panthers, Rookie)
   Why Draft Him? McMillan’s 6’4” frame ensures WR2 production.
   Risk: Carolina’s developing offense.
8. Tyreek Hill (Miami Dolphins)
   Why Draft Him? Hill’s 1,301 yards and speed remain elite.
   Risk: Age (31).
9. Drake London (Atlanta Falcons)
   Why Draft Him? London’s 1,234 yards grow with stable QB play.
   Risk: Run-heavy approach.
10. Matthew Golden (Green Bay Packers, Rookie)
    Why Draft Him? Golden’s 4.29 speed fits Jordan Love’s style.
    Risk: Target competition.

Tight Ends (TE)

Elite TEs like Brock Bowers and rookie Colston Loveland offer PPR reliability.

1. Brock Bowers (Las Vegas Raiders)
   Why Draft Him? Bowers’ 80 receptions and 920 yards make him TE1.
   Risk: QB uncertainty.
2. Sam LaPorta (Detroit Lions)
   Why Draft Him? LaPorta’s 75 receptions thrive in Detroit’s offense.
   Risk: Target competition.
3. Travis Kelce (Kansas City Chiefs)
   Why Draft Him? Kelce’s 80 receptions defy age with Mahomes.
   Risk: Age (36).
4. Colston Loveland (Chicago Bears, Rookie)
   Why Draft Him? Loveland’s 6’6” frame fits Chicago’s scheme.
   Risk: Rookie learning curve.
5. T.J. Hockenson (Minnesota Vikings)
   Why Draft Him? Hockenson’s 60 receptions show TE1 potential.
   Risk: QB inconsistency.
6. Kyle Pitts (Atlanta Falcons)
   Why Draft Him? Pitts’ 65 receptions and athleticism create mismatches.
   Risk: Run-first offense.
7. Tyler Warren (Indianapolis Colts, Rookie)
   Why Draft Him? Warren’s 104 college catches aid Richardson.
   Risk: Timeshare.
8. George Kittle (San Francisco 49ers)
   Why Draft Him? Kittle’s 805 yards shine in Shanahan’s scheme.
   Risk: Inconsistent targets.
9. Dalton Kincaid (Buffalo Bills)
   Why Draft Him? Kincaid’s 680 yards offer TE1 upside.
   Risk: New WR competition.
10. Mason Taylor (New York Jets, Rookie)
    Why Draft Him? Taylor’s 1,100 college yards make him a dynasty stash.
    Risk: Limited rookie role.

Kickers (K)

Target kickers from high-scoring offenses for consistent points.

1. Justin Tucker (Baltimore Ravens)
   Why Draft Him? Tucker’s 37/40 FGs and Baltimore’s efficiency lead.
   Risk: Weather impacts.
2. Harrison Butker (Kansas City Chiefs)
   Why Draft Him? Butker’s 35/38 FGs thrive with Mahomes.
   Risk: Missed PATs.
3. Brandon Aubrey (Dallas Cowboys)
   Why Draft Him? Aubrey’s 36/39 FGs shine in Dallas.
   Risk: Red-zone struggles.
4. Jake Elliott (Philadelphia Eagles)
   Why Draft Him? Elliott’s 34/37 FGs pair with Philly’s offense.
   Risk: Run-heavy approach.
5. Evan McPherson (Cincinnati Bengals)
   Why Draft Him? McPherson’s 33/36 FGs aid Burrow’s attack.
   Risk: Deep attempt inconsistency.

Defenses/Special Teams (D/ST)

Elite defenses with strong pass rushes and turnovers lead the way.

1. Denver Broncos
   Why Draft Them? Denver’s 46 sacks and 17 INTs feature Surtain II.
   Risk: Run defense issues.
2. Baltimore Ravens
   Why Draft Them? Ravens’ 50 sacks and 19 INTs dominate.
   Risk: Tough AFC North.
3. Philadelphia Eagles
   Why Draft Them? Philly’s 55 sacks and rookie additions shine.
   Risk: Secondary depth.
4. New York Jets
   Why Draft Them? Jets’ 48 sacks and Sauce Gardner excel.
   Risk: Offensive struggles.
5. San Francisco 49ers
   Why Draft Them? 49ers’ 45 sacks and Bosa lead the way.
   Risk: Injury-prone secondary.

Why These Rankings?

Our rankings blend 2024 data, 2025 NFL Draft impacts, and projections from ESPN Fantasy, Yahoo Sports, FantasyPros and The Athletic. They account for rookie landing spots, team schemes, and PPR value.

Draft with confidence and dominate your 2025 fantasy football league!