2025 DRAFT RECAP

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Church. | Conlan

2025 Rookie Recap & Outlook

Conlan enters 2025 with a roster that blends upside youth and proven producers but lacks the high-end depth seen in top contenders. Anchored by Jalen Hurts and Amon-Ra St. Brown, the starting lineup features Brian Thomas Jr. as a legitimate WR1 candidate, giving this team one of the league’s most dynamic receiver duos. However, the RB situation remains shaky beyond Chuba Hubbard and aging James Conner, and Rashee Rice’s status clouds the WR3 role. The bench features high-upside rookies like Judkins and Henderson, both of whom offer paths to long-term value but may struggle for immediate production. With a competitive but thin roster, Church hovers on the playoff bubble and will need a few things to break right.

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In the draft, Conlan leaned into backfield reinforcements with the selections of Judkins and Henderson in Round 1. These two backs carry strong profiles and clear paths to touches in the near future, which could stabilize his weakest position group. Later, he added Brashard Smith and Marcus Yarns—two explosive but unproven depth pieces—both long shots to hit but worth the stash. While the rookie class may not offer much immediate production beyond the top picks, it did help address critical need areas with players who fit a longer-term window. Church stayed on script, building a tough, developmental roster that needs the right timing to coalesce.

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Upside Case: If Judkins or Henderson grabs a lead role out of the gate and Brian Thomas delivers on WR1 expectations, Church could emerge as a legit playoff threat. Amon-Ra and Hurts offer a stable core, and any return to form from Rashee Rice would give the team a potent offensive ceiling. With just one breakout from the RB group, Church becomes dangerous quickly.

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Downside Case: If neither rookie RB earns volume and Conner regresses, Church could be left scrambling for stability at RB2. A suspension for Rice and any injury to Amon-Ra or Hurts would quickly expose this team’s depth concerns. In that case, Church likely misses the playoffs and enters 2026 looking to consolidate its young core.

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Moneyball | Chris

2025 Rookie Recap & Outlook

After missing the playoffs in 2024, Chris returned to the draft with purpose—landing seven total picks including three in the top 11. He made a confident statement at 1.01 by selecting Ashton Jeanty, the sixth overall pick in the NFL Draft and a likely focal point in the Raiders’ backfield from the jump. Matthew Golden at 1.10 adds vertical speed and target competition upside in Green Bay, while Cam Skattebo, Jack Bech, and Ollie Gordon provide strong taxi depth across the skill positions. Chris already had reliable starters in place, including Josh Allen and Trey McBride, and this draft allowed him to reshape a thin RB room with upside bets. The overall roster is deeper and more flexible heading into 2025, though it still has work to do to close the gap with top-tier contenders.

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The draft strategy was clearly built around ceiling and positional need—Chris avoided quarterback and tight end entirely, instead taking multiple shots at skill positions where his roster lacked long-term stability. Jeanty’s elite college production and Round 1 draft capital make him one of the safest RB picks in the class, and pairing him with Harvey gives this team potential at a tough-to-fill spot. Golden and Bech may take time to develop but offer explosive traits, and Jordan James was a smart Round 4 stash who could contribute if injuries hit in San Francisco. While not all picks are likely to hit, the volume and fit were on point. This was a strong developmental draft that adds flexibility without overhauling the team’s identity.

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Upside Case: If Jeanty hits the ground running and Golden sees early usage, Moneyball could move into the playoff mix. The floor provided by Allen and McBride gives this roster week-to-week stability, especially in tight matchups. If one of the taxi stashes pops midseason, Chris has enough ammo to stay competitive.

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Downside Case: If Jeanty gets stuck in a committee or Golden takes time to earn targets, the draft class may not provide enough short-term help. Injuries or regression at WR could expose a lack of elite firepower. In that case, Moneyball could find itself in the same tier as last year—on the fringe, but not quite in.

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⛽️ | Walt

2025 Rookie Recap & Outlook

Walt came into the 2025 draft with a loaded hand—four picks in the first round and eight total—and walked away with one of the strongest rookie hauls in the league. He invested heavily at wide receiver, grabbing Travis Hunter, Tetairoa McMillan, and Emeka Egbuka, all of whom could push for immediate starting roles in year one. Omarion Hampton, taken at 1.04, gave him a foundational running back with a clear opportunity in Los Angeles, rounding out a class that checks nearly every box. He doubled down in the later rounds with Jaxson Dart and DJ Giddens, both long-term upside plays at positions where Walt has aging veterans. After missing the playoffs in 2024, this draft gives ⛽️ a youth injection that reshapes the trajectory of the entire roster.

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Walt didn’t just draft for need—he drafted with the long game in mind. McMillan and Hunter could be WR2/WR3 contributors as early as this season, and Egbuka remains one of the most complete prospects in the class despite a dip in draft capital. Hampton fills a glaring RB need, and if he seizes the Chargers’ backfield, Walt will have a league-average RB room to pair with a now-loaded WR core. Xavier Restrepo and Dart are more developmental than plug-and-play, but both carry situational upside in deeper formats. Walt’s team isn’t all the way there yet, but this draft was a massive step in the right direction—and the ceiling is far higher now than it was a year ago.

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Upside Case: If two of his three Round 1 WRs hit early and Hampton claims the RB1 job in LA, Walt could go from missing the playoffs to making a real run. With reliable QB production and a rejuvenated receiving corps, he’s suddenly deep enough to compete with the middle of the pack. If Giddens or Dart becomes relevant by midseason, it’s icing.

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Downside Case: If the WRs take time to develop or rotate in crowded depth charts, Walt may not see immediate return on his top investments. Hampton failing to stick as a workhorse would leave him short on RB production, making it hard to chase wins. In that case, it’s another fringe season with promise—but not payoff.

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CeeDeez Nuts | Vinny

2025 Rookie Recap & Outlook

Vinny came into the 2025 draft with a stacked roster but no first-round picks, choosing instead to build around mid-round value. He doubled down on WRs in the second round, selecting Luther Burden and Tre Harris, two prospects with different timelines but strong physical traits and room to grow. Jaydon Blue, taken shortly after, gives Vinny another athletic RB to stash behind an already-deep backfield. In the third round, he added Mason Taylor, a developmental tight end with a pass-catching profile suited for long-term upside. With four picks and zero wasted capital, the draft felt like a luxury exercise: sharpening an already-loaded team for the long haul.

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This roster is one of the best in the league on paper—Mahomes, CeeDee Lamb, Tyreek Hill, Kyren Williams, and Sam LaPorta form a win-now core few can match. The depth is elite at both RB and WR, and the only real question mark is how quickly the rookie class can become relevant in a lineup that’s already tough to crack. Vinny’s draft strategy was all about maximizing ceiling without forcing short-term needs; if Burden or Blue breaks out, they become lethal bench weapons or trade pieces. This team missed the playoffs in 2024 due to variance, not roster flaws, and the additions this year only widen the gap between Vinny and most of the league. The pressure is on—not to build, but to win.

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Upside Case: If Burden becomes a top-3 target in Chicago and Blue earns touches in Dallas, Vinny’s bench becomes a cheat code. With Mahomes, LaPorta, and a three-headed WR monster already in place, even moderate rookie production makes him the most dangerous team in the league. Anything above that? He’s the favorite.

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Downside Case: If the rookies don’t see the field and injury luck turns again, Vinny could be staring at another frustrating season where a championship roster underperforms. With limited rookie picks, the window doesn’t get wider from here—it stays the same or narrows. A second straight miss would force tough decisions heading into 2026.

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Team Trustmeplease | Nick

2025 Rookie Recap & Outlook

Nick entered the 2025 draft with four picks and made calculated, upside-focused swings at positions with future volatility. Cameron Ward at 2.09 gives him a developmental QB behind C.J. Stroud and Justin Fields, while Jalen Royals and Tai Felton are explosive WR prospects with sleeper value on wide-open depth charts. Trevor Etienne, taken in the fourth round, was a strong value add late—an athletic, versatile back with a clear opportunity to climb the ranks in Carolina. None of the picks scream immediate impact, but each offers a realistic path to fantasy relevance in the next 18 months. For a team with aging RBs and a crowded WR room, this draft added flexible depth without forcing fit.

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The core of this roster is still dangerous: Stroud, Etienne (Travis), Taylor, Metcalf, Jefferson, and Pittman offer a weekly floor and explosive ceiling that makes Nick a tough out. However, with Derrick Henry and Joe Mixon aging, and some volatility at WR behind the starters, the rookie class will need to evolve into more than just stashes. If one or two of the rookies hit, Nick has the ammo to return to the playoffs and compete, especially if Stroud makes the leap into elite territory. But if the youth movement stalls, the roster could get top-heavy fast. This was a smart draft—low-risk, moderate-upside picks that fit the team’s timeline.

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Upside Case: If Ward develops into a starting QB and either Royals or Felton breaks out, Nick’s depth becomes far more competitive heading into 2026. Trevor Etienne emerging early in Carolina would give him the RB flexibility he’s currently missing. Combined with his elite top-end starters, this becomes a playoff roster again.

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Downside Case: If none of the rookies find roles by midseason and Taylor or Mixon decline, Nick could find himself with major RB issues and little leverage. The WR room is strong but not injury-proof, and a lack of breakout depth could hold him back again. In that case, it’s another year outside the bracket, waiting on the next wave to hit.

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Doug Gimmedome | Mike

2025 Rookie Recap & Outlook

Fresh off a championship, Mike approached the 2025 rookie draft like a contender should—low volume, low risk. He spent his second-rounder on Jayden Higgins, a big-bodied WR in Houston with a chance to earn early reps in a wide-open target tree. In the fourth, he added Kyle Williams, a polished slot option in New England who profiles more as a long-term taxi stash than an immediate contributor. Neither pick is likely to start for this roster anytime soon, but that’s by design. With no major holes to fill, the draft served as a way to reinforce the edges without shaking the foundation.

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Mike’s title-winning roster remains one of the league’s most balanced. Joe Burrow, Bijan Robinson, Jahmyr Gibbs, A.J. Brown, Jaylen Waddle, Tee Higgins, and JSN form a lethal weekly lineup that can win without perfect matchups. The RB bench is solid if unspectacular—Alvin Kamara provides short-term value, while Kendre Miller, Roschon Johnson, and Tyler Allgeier are more contingent pieces than dependable depth. Mark Andrews remains a solid TE1 when healthy, but no longer offers a major positional edge. Still, few rosters are built with this kind of core stability, and Mike doesn’t need rookie production to make another run. He’s already positioned to defend his title.

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Upside Case: With Bijan and Gibbs already entrenched as top-5 backs and elite weekly producers, Mike just needs Burrow to stay healthy to remain a top seed. His WR trio is explosive and young, and Kamara adds veteran insurance. If the depth holds, this is the best bet to repeat.

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Downside Case: If Burrow struggles or injuries hit the RB group, the bench may not offer enough juice to hold off hungry contenders. Andrews’ days of weekly dominance may be behind him, and the rookie class won’t be ready to help in 2025. Even then, the floor is high—Mike’s still a playoff team, just one with a tighter margin for error.

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Glitch in the Simulation | Tom

2025 Rookie Recap & Outlook

Fresh off a legendary Cinderella run to the 2024 championship game, Tom entered the 2025 rookie draft with five picks and opted for calculated depth instead of headline-grabbing swings. He added Jaylin Noel late in the second, a crisp route-runner with an outside chance to earn early playing time in Houston. In the third, he took a trio of upside dart throws: Bhayshul Tuten, Dylan Sampson, and Elijah Arroyo—all athletic, explosive players stuck behind veterans but with traits that pop on tape. His final pick, Tory Horton, was a sharp value snag in the fourth—an NFL-ready wideout with a real shot at rotational work in Seattle. The draft didn’t redefine his roster, but it gave him five stash-worthy prospects, all with long-term intrigue.

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Tom’s roster is high-variance and deep at quarterback, with Jayden Daniels, Justin Herbert, Brock Purdy, and Bryce Young all rostered. The RB room lacks a proven anchor but offers paths to relevance with Chase Brown, Austin Ekeler, Jerome Ford, and Jaylen Warren, plus the newly added Sampson and Tuten. At WR, he leans on youth and upside—Zay Flowers, Jordan Addison, Jameson Williams, Jerry Jeudy, and Romeo Doubs offer weekly volatility but long-term potential. Tight end is shallow, though Jake Ferguson provides some stability. The pieces are there for another hot streak, but consistency remains the biggest question.

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Upside Case: If Daniels delivers as a fantasy QB1 and one of the young WRs makes the leap, Tom can once again be a playoff disruptor. Horton or Noel flashing early would give his WR room even more firepower, and Chase Brown taking over in Cincinnati could be a season-swinger. He’s not the safest team—but few are scarier on the right week.

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Downside Case: If Daniels stumbles, the RB room fails to sort itself out, and WR volatility costs games, Glitch could find itself chasing all year. Depth exists, but few reliable starters remain if the young core doesn’t develop quickly. In that case, Tom’s 2024 magic run gives way to a frustrating rebuild pivot in 2026.

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🌭 | Tim

2025 Rookie Recap & Outlook

Tim made just one selection in the 2025 rookie draft, grabbing Jalen Milroe in the fourth round as a developmental dual-threat QB. With Drake Maye locked in as the starter and Jordan Love and Anthony Richardson also on the roster, Milroe was a long-term swing on upside in an already young QB room. Rather than force picks, Tim chose to hold his significant 2026 draft capital and let his current core mature.

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His roster is quietly one of the deeper builds in the league, with strength at WR and tight end in particular. Garrett Wilson, Rome Odunze, and Drake London offer serious breakout potential, and Brock Bowers is already an elite talent—arguably the TE1 overall in dynasty formats. The RB room is versatile—while it may lack a locked-in RB1, players like Kenneth Walker III, Jonathon Brooks, Aaron Jones, and Tyjae Spears give Tim options to rotate based on matchups. The QB situation is built around Maye’s long-term ascension, with enough depth behind him to stay competitive now. With depth across the board and future picks in hand, Tim is positioned to stay in the mix now and make major moves later.

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Upside Case: If Maye plays well from the jump, Walker and Jones stay healthy, and Brooks or Spears breaks out, this team becomes a tough out with matchup-proof flex options. Bowers gives Tim a weekly edge at tight end that few teams can match—he’s already that good. He may not be a title favorite yet, but he’s closer than most and still trending up.

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Downside Case: If Maye struggles as a rookie or the RB group remains inconsistent, the team may fall short of its ceiling. The QB depth has variance, and neither Richardson nor Love is guaranteed weekly value. In that case, Tim hovers around .500 and sets up a big 2026 reload with his stockpile of picks.

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Caleb & Kaleb Inc. | Killian

2025 Rookie Recap & Outlook

Killian entered the 2025 draft with five picks and came away with a well-balanced class that added upside without sacrificing roster stability. Kaleb Johnson at 1.09 was a strong value pick with three-down potential, while Colston Loveland gives the team a promising long-term option at tight end. Mid-round selections Devin Neal and Elic Ayomanor offer athletic traits and opportunity-based upside, and Terrance Ferguson rounds out the group as a low-risk stash. It was a draft designed to build on strength, not cover for weakness.

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The roster features the most dangerous wide receiver room in the league, with Marvin Harrison Jr., Malik Nabers, Puka Nacua, and Nico Collins headlining a group that can take over any week. Caleb Williams steps into Ben Johnson’s offense with high expectations, and his development will play a key role in how far this team goes. At running back, Saquon Barkley anchors the position with David Montgomery and Kaleb Johnson behind him. This team is built to compete right now, with enough depth and youth to stay in the mix for the long term.

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Upside Case: If Caleb thrives in Ben Johnson’s system and even one of the rookie RBs emerges, this team becomes a nightmare to face. The WR core gives Killian a weekly edge at multiple spots, and if Loveland hits early, he’ll have top-tier production across nearly every position. In that scenario, this is the favorite to win the league—both now and in the seasons ahead.

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Downside Case: If Williams struggles out of the gate and the rookie RBs don’t hit, the roster could lean heavily on Saquon and the WR corps to carry production. Tight end could take time to solidify if Loveland doesn’t produce in year one. Even then, it’s a team built to stay competitive with a solid base of proven contributors.

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Back9Zach9 | Zach

2025 Rookie Recap & Outlook

Zach sat out the 2025 rookie draft, choosing to rely on his current roster rather than chase upside in a deep but uncertain class. With no new additions, the team’s success in 2025 will depend entirely on the health and performance of its veteran core.

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Upside Case: Zach still has Ja’Marr Chase, arguably the most valuable asset in dynasty, and Breece Hall and Christian McCaffrey form a strong 1–2 punch at running back. If Xavier Worthy builds on chemistry with Patrick Mahomes and Lamar Jackson stays healthy, Zach has enough talent to make a playoff push. A bounce-back year from Amari Cooper or one last run from Travis Kelce would strengthen his weekly floor. In that scenario, he could sneak in as a dark horse with some momentum.

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Downside Case: If Cooper and Kelce show their age or McCaffrey finally slows down, the roster could thin out fast. Worthy may need time, and there’s no rookie depth to develop in the background. Even with Chase, a few injuries or declines could leave Zach stuck in the middle—competitive, but not dangerous.

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2025 ROOKIE DRAFT GRADES

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1.01 – Ashton Jeanty | Moneyball (Chris)

Jeanty was selected 6th overall in the actual NFL Draft, making him one of the highest-drafted RBs in recent memory and instantly locking him into a massive workload. His profile—elite contact balance, three-down versatility, and proven receiving chops—makes him a foundational fantasy asset from day one. For a team that needed an RB1, this was the correct and undisputed pick at 1.01. Jeanty enters dynasty rankings as a top-3 RB before ever taking a snap, with upside to lead all rookies in fantasy scoring.

Grade: A+

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1.02 – Travis Hunter | ⛽️ (Walt)

Walt secures the most electric player in the class with Travis Hunter, who combines elite ball skills, target magnetism, and scheme-proof athleticism. In a league that rewards WR longevity, this was the ideal pick for a rebuilding team. Hunter walks into a likely starting role on Walt’s squad and gives the team a true identity-building piece. There’s risk in his two-way background and unorthodox profile, but the ceiling is WR1 overall.

Grade: A+

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1.03 – Tetairoa McMillan | ⛽️ (Walt)

McMillan at 1.03 is a safe, high-floor selection with enough polish to be an instant contributor. He’s a dominant red-zone target with a frame and route tree that translate cleanly to the next level. Walt securing both Hunter and McMillan gives him a WR core that could define his team for years. There were higher-upside swings on the board, but T-Mac is a rock-solid bet.

Grade: A-

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1.04 – Omarion Hampton | ⛽️ (Walt)

Hampton was one of the big winners of the NFL Draft and finds himself in a soft depth chart with immediate opportunity. He’s a downhill bruiser with enough lateral agility and power to command early-down work and short-yardage touches. For a team already investing heavily in WR, this pick brings much-needed balance and gives Walt an early-starting RB with fantasy upside. There’s a little risk with his receiving profile, but the opportunity outweighs it here.

Grade: A

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1.05 – TreVeyon Henderson | Church (Conlan)

Henderson is one of the most explosive runners in the class, and his second-round NFL draft capital secures his path to relevance. Conlan lands a home-run swing at RB with real three-down potential, assuming Henderson stays healthy and improves his consistency. This pick fits the team’s timeline and adds burst to a roster that needed it badly. He’s not as safe as Jeanty or Hampton, but his upside is undeniable.

Grade: A-

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1.06 – Quinshon Judkins | Church (Conlan)

Judkins fell into one of the more ambiguous landing spots in the NFL Draft but retained strong value thanks to his violent running style and early-declare production profile. He doesn’t project as a true three-down back right away, but the burst and vision are there to carve out a meaningful role quickly. Conlan pairing Judkins with Henderson gives his roster two high-upside backs who could define his future RB room. There’s a bit more risk here, but it’s a swing worth taking.

Grade: B+

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1.07 – RJ Harvey | Moneyball (Chris)

Harvey was a late riser in the pre-draft process and landed in a situation that could yield early touches depending on camp battles. He brings tenacity, contact balance, and a nose for the end zone—all traits Chris needs on a roster lacking identity. It’s a bit early for Harvey in most dynasty formats, but this was clearly a player the team targeted. In the context of Jeanty at 1.01, Harvey complements the build. Still, the reach dings the grade slightly.

Grade: B

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1.08 – Tyler Warren | ⛽️ (Walt)

Walt landing Warren at 1.08 was a calculated and well-aligned move. He brings size, athleticism, and strong hands—traits that translate quickly to NFL usage, especially in the red zone. While not a premium positional value in 1QB leagues, locking in a top-tier TE prospect makes sense for a team building around long-term starters. Warren has a clear path to being a weekly contributor within a year. A smart, stable pick with high floor and sneaky upside.

Grade: B+

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1.09 – Kaleb Johnson | Caleb & Kaleb Inc. (Killian)

Kaleb Johnson is a downhill, contact-driven runner with enough size and burst to develop into a future lead back—and he lands in a favorable spot with room to grow. While not a consensus first-rounder in all formats, his traits, draft capital, and opportunity align for a smart long-term play. For Killian, who already had firepower elsewhere, this was a well-measured investment in RB depth with upside. If he carves out a role early, this could be a steal.

Grade: B+

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1.10 – Matthew Golden | Moneyball (Chris)

Golden has been one of the more polarizing prospects in this class, but his athletic profile and production upside are undeniable. Chris scoops him up at the turn to pair with his RB-heavy top picks, taking a shot on a potential WR2+ down the line. There are concerns about landing spot and target competition, but the tools are there. In a draft where high-ceiling receivers were already scooped up, Golden represents a swing with some juice.

‍Grade: B

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2.01 – Emeka Egbuka | ⛽️ (Walt)

Egbuka landing in the early second of this rookie draft is more a reflection of positional depth than any real concern about his long-term outlook. Despite a quieter 2024 season while playing through lingering effects of a 2023 injury, he’s still a former projected first-round NFL talent with WR2+ upside. Walt adds him to an already loaded WR room, giving him flexibility to wait on development or trade from strength. If Egbuka earns early snaps and target share, this could quickly look like a steal. Strong value at a position that wins in dynasty.

Grade: A-

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2.02 – Cam Skattebo | Moneyball (Chris)

Skattebo is an all-or-nothing prospect—tough, creative, and surprisingly effective in college, but without a clear path to touches at the next level. His ceiling is intriguing if he carves out a hybrid role, but the odds of that happening are slim. At 2.02, this was a major gamble in a tier still loaded with more stable assets. Chris is swinging for a home run here, but the bat speed might not be enough. It’s a bold call with low odds of a payout.

Grade: C-

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2.03 – Colston Loveland | Caleb & Kaleb Inc. (Killian)

Loveland has the frame, athleticism, and draft pedigree to become a top-5 dynasty TE in short order—and Killian getting him in the early second was surgical. He’s a clean fit for a roster that didn’t need to force any picks, and Loveland could easily be a difference-maker by late 2025. He checks nearly every box you want in a breakout tight end profile. Given the positional scarcity and long-term ceiling, this is a potential cornerstone.

Grade: A

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2.04 – Luther Burden | CeeDeez Nuts (Vinny)

Burden was once viewed as a top-tier WR prospect, but an underwhelming final college season caused his stock to dip—and he slid in both the NFL Draft and this rookie draft. He still brings electric after-the-catch ability and flashed enough to justify the pick, but concerns about his route precision and overall polish remain. For Vinny, this was a fine gamble in the mid-second, especially with no urgent need for WR production in 2025. The talent is still there, but it’s no longer a lock to translate. It’s a good value pick, but not a steal.

Grade: B+

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2.05 – Jayden Higgins | Doug Gimmedome (Mike)

Higgins brings size, vertical speed, and some ball-tracking juice—but the landing spot and draft capital don’t guarantee early snaps. For Mike, who doesn’t need rookie production, it’s a patient investment that won’t hurt but may not help either. This is more of a wide-frame dart throw than a priority target. If Higgins earns a red-zone role, it could matter in a year or two. Until then, it’s speculative depth.

Grade: B-

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2.06 – Tre Harris | CeeDeez Nuts (Vinny)

Tre Harris is a solid outside receiver with good size and decent hands, but he lacks elite athleticism or separation skills that translate to fantasy upside. He projects more as a real-life WR2/3 than a true dynasty asset. For a contending team like Vinny’s, this was a low-risk stash, but the odds of a long-term impact feel slim. There were higher-upside options on the board. This pick feels more like depth than difference-making.

Grade: C+

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2.07 – Jaydon Blue | CeeDeez Nuts (Vinny)

Blue is one of the more enigmatic RBs in the class—he showed flashes of explosiveness at Texas but never fully put it together. The landing spot gives him a narrow path to relevance, but he’ll need a lot of things to break right. For a team like Vinny’s that didn’t need immediate help, it’s a perfectly fine dart throw. Still, it’s hard to get too excited about the upside. A stash with slim odds.

Grade: B-

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2.08 – Jack Bech | Moneyball (Chris)

Bech is a versatile pass-catcher with experience at both WR and TE, and while he never fully broke out in college, the athletic tools are intriguing. He’s a tweener by NFL standards, but in deeper dynasty leagues, that hybrid skill set can sneak into relevance with the right usage. Chris has shown a willingness to take creative swings in the second round, and Bech fits that mold. It’s a reach by consensus rankings, but not without logic. If the role materializes, the payoff could surprise.

Grade: B

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2.09 – Cameron Ward | Team Trustmeplease (Nick)

Ward has real upside as a dual-threat QB with a strong arm and the ability to create out of structure, but his mechanics and decision-making remain inconsistent. As a mid-second pick, this is a solid upside swing in 1QB formats where elite QB play still matters. For Nick, who has a steady starter in place, Ward offers a developmental flier with long-term juice. It’s not a steal, but it makes perfect sense. Low risk, high ceiling.

Grade: B

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2.10 – Jaylin Noel | Glitch in the Simulation (Tom)

Noel is a crisp route-runner with strong hands and an underrated motor—he quietly became a favorite sleeper in many draft circles. At 2.10, this is a sharp value pick for Tom, who added a player with WR3/4 upside that could develop into more. There’s nothing flashy here, but he does all the little things well and could outplay his draft slot. Exactly the kind of pick you want late in the second.

‍Grade: B+

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3.01 – Mason Taylor | CeeDeez Nuts (Vinny)

Taylor has NFL bloodlines, strong hands, and solid blocking skills, but he wasn’t a featured weapon in college and doesn’t project as an early contributor. Still, for a team like Vinny’s that can afford to wait, this is a reasonable upside swing at TE in a position-scarce format. If Taylor develops into a starting-caliber option by year two or three, this pick pays off handsomely. It’s a classic long-tail value play. Modest expectations, solid return potential.

Grade: B

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3.02 – Bhayshul Tuten | Glitch in the Simulation (Tom)

Tuten is a smooth runner with good burst and natural receiving skills, but his draft capital and landing spot suggest he’s more of a depth piece than a future starter. For Tom, it’s a depth swing that could offer spot starts if injuries hit ahead of him. In the third round, this is a fair price to pay for a potential contributor. It lacks sizzle, but it’s a practical stash. Not flashy, but defendable.

Grade: B-

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3.03 – Dylan Sampson | Glitch in the Simulation (Tom)

Sampson is undersized but electric, with true home-run speed and proven receiving chops—traits that give him satellite back potential in the NFL. Tom clearly prioritized explosive traits in the third round, and Sampson brings that in spades. The issue will be usage: can he earn more than a niche role? If so, this is a steal; if not, he may live on the fantasy fringe. A solid value for the type of profile.

Grade: B

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3.04 – Jalen Royals | Team Trustmeplease (Nick)

Royals was quietly one of the most efficient receivers in college football and brings reliable hands and contested catch ability to the next level. The depth chart he’s joining may delay early returns, but there’s long-term FLEX appeal here. For Nick, who needed pass-catcher depth, this was a smart value play. Royals doesn’t wow on tape, but he just keeps producing. Ideal third-round dart throw.

Grade: B+

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3.05 – Brashard Smith | Church (Conlan)

Smith is raw but electric—an open-field threat who could turn into a gadget weapon or kick return dynamo. He’s a long way from fantasy relevance, but the traits justify a stash late in the third. Conlan is playing the long game here, and while this isn’t a pick that helps now, it doesn’t hurt either. Boom-or-bust, leaning bust, but fine in context.

Grade: B-

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3.06 – Elijah Arroyo | Glitch in the Simulation (Tom)

Arroyo has the size and athletic tools to develop into a useful NFL tight end, but his limited college résumé and injury history make him a longer shot in standard formats. Still, there’s enough raw talent here to justify a stash at this stage of the draft. Tom doesn’t need Arroyo to hit right away, and if he flashes in camp or earns a red-zone role, this pick could look better with time. It’s a low-probability bet, but not without merit. For a late-third-round flier, the swing is reasonable.

Grade: B-

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3.07 – Devin Neal | Caleb & Kaleb Inc. (Killian)

Neal is a shifty, productive back with proven pass-catching skills and a well-rounded profile that makes him one of the better values in this range. His landing spot isn’t ideal for early work, but the traits are good enough to outplay his third-round dynasty price tag. For Killian, this was a pick that adds depth and upside to a strong roster. Neal may not need to hit early, but if he does, he’s a real FLEX option. Smart and steady value. Grade: B+

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3.08 – Ollie Gordon | Moneyball (Chris)

On talent alone, Gordon shouldn’t be on the board this late—but questions about his draft capital and pass-catching role push him into this range. Chris grabs a high-upside stash at RB, hoping the skills that popped in college translate to a productive early-down role. It’s a worthwhile risk for a team still looking to find cornerstone contributors. If Gordon gets the right opportunity, this will look like a massive steal. Great gamble.

Grade: A-

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3.09 – Jaxson Dart | ⛽️ (Walt)

Dart is a strong-armed, mobile QB who plays with confidence but struggles with consistency and turnovers. In a 1QB league, his value is capped unless he wins a starting job and becomes a top-15 fantasy scorer—an outcome that’s unlikely but not impossible. For Walt, this is pure stash-and-hope territory. It’s not a great format fit, but it’s fine in the third. Feels more like a waiver pickup than a locked-in dynasty asset.

Grade: C+

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3.10 – Elic Ayomanor | Caleb & Kaleb Inc. (Killian)

Ayomanor brings size, speed, and RAC ability, and while he’s raw, the physical profile is what you want to target late in rookie drafts. Killian takes a shot on an upside WR who could crack a rotation if he sharpens his route tree and earns trust early. There’s a long road to relevance, but the traits give him more ceiling than most WRs left on the board. A worthy swing with real upside.

Grade: B+

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4.01 – DJ Giddens | ⛽️ (Walt)

Giddens is a no-nonsense power back with a thick frame and physical running style, and while his receiving upside is limited, his goal-line skill set could get him on the field. For a fourth-round pick, he’s exactly the kind of player you hope stumbles into early-down work due to injury or rotation. Walt gets a high-floor depth RB with an outside shot at spot-start value. He’s unlikely to ever be a league-winner, but he’s worth a stash. Smart, boring, and solid.

Grade: B

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4.02 – Jordan James | Moneyball (Chris)

James flashed enough at the college level to warrant intrigue, but his workload and tape don’t scream NFL starter. Chris is banking on traits and the hope that James emerges in a soft depth chart, but this feels like a long shot. It’s not a bad dart throw, but there were RBs and WRs with more production and comparable tools still on the board. Feels like a camp cut or long-term taxi stash. Low cost, low confidence.

Grade: C+

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4.03 – Trevor Etienne | Team Trustmeplease (Nick)

Etienne isn’t his brother, but he’s got real juice—quick feet, a strong lower half, and enough pass-catching to be more than a breather back. In the fourth round, this is a great value pick for a team still building RB depth. If he hits, he could flirt with FLEX relevance as early as year two. He’s one of the better pure stashes in this range. Nice scoop.

Grade: B+

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4.04 – Jalen Milroe | 🌭 (Tim)

Milroe is a dual-threat QB with a huge arm and elite rushing upside, but his pocket feel and accuracy remain serious concerns. In a 1QB league, most rookie QBs in this range are pure stashes—and Milroe is no exception. For Tim, who already has a young QB room, this is a solid swing on a profile that could become dangerous if everything clicks. You’re not banking on it, but the upside is real. For a single fourth-round pick, it’s a fine move.

Grade: B+

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4.05 – Xavier Restrepo | ⛽️ (Walt)

Restrepo is a technician in the slot with excellent hands and toughness, but lacks the top-end speed or frame to separate at the next level. That said, he’s the type of guy who sticks on an NFL roster and randomly posts 6 for 60 in bye weeks. Walt adds him as a long-shot PPR flex type, which isn’t terrible value at 4.05. The ceiling is low, but there’s a chance he returns something. Reasonable dart throw.

Grade: B-

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4.06 – Terrance Ferguson | Caleb & Kaleb Inc. (Killian)

Ferguson is a reliable red-zone target with good size and hands, but he lacks the explosiveness to demand consistent volume in the pros. For Killian, this is a TE stash behind Loveland, which makes it more of a contingency bet than a high-upside swing. He’s the kind of guy who can carve out a role and score a few TDs, but likely won’t ever crack starting lineups in non–TE-premium leagues. Still, in the fourth, you’re hoping for situational production—and Ferguson offers that. Functional, if unspectacular.

Grade: B

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4.07 – Kyle Williams | Doug Gimmedome (Mike)

Williams is one of the sneakiest values in the entire fourth round—he’s a refined route-runner with deep speed and toughness, and he produced consistently in college despite limited quarterback play. His skill set gives him a real shot to stick as a WR3/4 on an NFL roster, and in deeper dynasty formats, that’s gold this late. Mike didn’t need immediate help, so targeting a polished WR with an outside shot to contribute was a savvy play. If Williams flashes in preseason, he could leapfrog more hyped prospects. A sharp pick by a team that knows how to win.

Grade: A-

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4.08 – Tory Horton | Glitch in the Simulation (Tom)

Horton has one of the cleanest route trees in the class and showed strong production at the college level, but his lack of top-end speed dropped him down NFL boards. For Tom, this is a sharp late-round bet on polish and production over raw traits. Horton could be one of the few WRs in this range with a chance to earn real targets in year one. Great pick for a team that thrives on finding value. Quietly excellent.

Grade: A

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4.09 – Marcus Yarns | Church (Conlan)

Yarns is an unknown to many, but his speed and home-run ability make him a sneaky name to monitor in deep leagues. Conlan takes a flier on an explosive skill set here, hoping he can flash enough to stick on a roster. There’s a good chance he never sees meaningful touches—but if he does, it’ll be as a big-play threat. Worth the risk in this range. Niche profile, but dangerous.

Grade: B

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4.10 – Tai Felton | Team Trustmeplease (Nick)

Felton is a fast, wiry receiver who showed flashes as a field-stretcher in college, though consistency and physicality were concerns. Nick ends the draft with a classic upside WR dart, betting on speed and situational opportunity. If Felton finds a role, it’ll likely be as a deep threat—not a volume guy. Still, for a final pick, he checks the right boxes. Nice upside swing to close things out.

Grade: B

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