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One of the most challenging aspects of evaluating prospects is figuring out how to align players at different positions. However, that is one of the most important parts of the rookie process. We will spend hours and hours ranking prospects by position, but we don’t draft that way. We draft from a pool of prospects. Our 2025 Rookie Big Board Series aims to help you navigate the gap in positional rankings and prepare for your upcoming dynasty rookie drafts following the 2025 NFL Draft.
These articles will provide you with a variety of opinions and will be updated throughout the pre-draft process, leading up to rookie draft season. Each 2025 Rookie Big Board will be tailored for SuperFlex (SF) leagues unless otherwise noted.
Round 1 | 2025 Rookie Big Board 2.0 | Matthew Mitchell
No. 1 | Ashton Jeanty | RB | Boise State | 5’9’’ | 215 lbs
Previously Ranked 2
Nine times out of ten, I will take a QB at the top of a rookie SuperFlex draft. However, this is that one year where the skill player is simply too talented to pass up. Boise State’s Ashton Jeanty is a rare talent. He will immediately jump into the top-5 of many dynasty RB rankings. This past season he topped off his college career with one of the best seasons ever by a RB. He can do it all and will be an absolute weapon, on par with Bijan Robinson.
My evaluation of Jeanty hasn’t changed much from my initial Big Board. He is clearly the best RB in the class and will be the centerpiece of an NFL offense. This year’s QB class isn’t as strong as last year, and Jeanty is one of the few players that clearly displays an ability to be the top player at his position in the NFL. That is why I have bumped him to my top spot in my rankings.
No. 2 | Cam Ward | QB | Miami | 6’2’’ | 223 lbs
Previously Ranked 3
Cam Ward has grown on me throughout the season. Beginning his career at Incarnate Word and continuing through his stop at Washington State before eventually making it to Miami, Cam Ward has been a prolific passer. He has excellent arm strength and good overall size for the position. He does need to clean up some of his aggressive tendencies, but you don’t want to change his belief in himself that led him to win the Davey O’Brien Award this past season.
I do not expect Cam Ward to put up eye-popping rushing numbers in the NFL. However, that doesn’t mean that he doesn’t have the ability to make plays with his legs. He has excellent mobility within the pocket, routinely displaying the ability to evade the rush while keeping his vision downfield to get the ball to open players. I believe Ward will be the top QB taken in the NFL draft and as a result, he is extremely worthy of this selection. Were it not for the extremely high upside of Ashton Jeanty, Ward would be my top ranked player.
No. 3 | Shedeur Sanders | QB | Colorado | 6’2’’ | 215 lbs
Previously Ranked 1
Shedeur Sanders was previously my top ranked player. The son of HOF corner Deion Sanders, Shedeur brings a lot of nice skills to the table. He brings a really live arm, decent size, and mobility to the position. Sanders and his father are currently playing a difficult game of attempting to dictate which team will select him in the upcoming draft. Whomever lands Sanders, that team will gain a talented playmaker. Whether at Colorado or Jackson State, this quarterback has managed to put his team in position to win.
It is impossible to tell where Sanders will end up in the upcoming NFL Draft. The machinations of he and his father could make for an unexpected landing spot for this talented QB. However, I cannot see him slipping out of the top 10 picks. That type of draft capital coupled with his talent make him a top 5 SuperFlex pick all day every day. While I have moved Ward above him, I would still be very happy to walk away from my upcoming rookie draft with shares of Shedeur Sanders.
No. 4 | Tetairoa McMillan | WR | Arizona | 6’5’’ | 215 lbs
Previously Ranked 4
Just like the running back position, I believe this year has a clear-cut top WR, Arizona’s Tetairoa McMillan. The 6’5’’ monster out of the desert, McMillan routinely roasted college corners who were physically incapable of covering him. Over the course of three seasons in Tucson, McMillan put up a program record 3,423 yards receiving. He is a big, physical ”X” receiver, who is destined to be an early 1st Round pick.
McMillan will almost certainly go within the first dozen or so picks of the upcoming NFL Draft. He profiles as a highly skilled “alpha” pass catcher. I know that Mike Evans is the traditional comp for McMillan due to his size, but when I watch him play, I see early career AJ Green – a player who uses his size and length to his advantage but isn’t quite as physical as an Evans. If you need a WR in this class, this is your man, plain and simple.
No. 5 | Quinshon Judkins | RB | Ohio State | 6’0’’ | 219 lbs
Previously Ranked 7
Here is where your SuperFlex drafts will start to look vastly different depending on the analyst and their preference. For my money, Quinshon Judkins is the No. 2 RB in the class. The Ohio State star was part of the most dynamic backfield duo in college football in 2024. Judkins brought the hammer with him on every carry, running with extreme physicality. Judkins has shown the ability to work in tandem with another player as he did with TreVeyon Henderson in 2024. However, he has also shown the capability to be a workhorse like he was at Ole Miss, where he was the SEC Freshman of the Year.
This draft class makes it really hard to slot the RB talent behind Jeanty. There are a number of solid options that will have their eventual value sorted out based on landing spots in the upcoming draft. Sight unseen, I have Judkins as my RB2 based on his performance throughout his collegiate career. Whether carrying the load in the SEC or bringing the hammer for the national championship run of Ohio State, this RB has shown the ability to answer the call every time. He will hear his name called before the end of Day 2 of the upcoming draft and solidify himself as a 1st round dynasty pick.
No. 6 | TreVeyon Henderson | RB | Ohio State | 5’10’’ | 208 lbs
Previously Ranked 10
Judkins’ running mate at Ohio State is next on my Rookie Big Board 2.0. This years class, from a dynasty perspective, revolves around the RB position. TreVeyon Henderson is one of the most explosive RBs in the class. He has been a big play waiting to happen since his arrival at OSU. Many thought that he would be the top RB selected in last year’s draft class. However, he chose to return to college and helped lead his team to a national title. He ended up with his second 1,000 yard rushing season of his career along with a career best 7.1 ypc.
I personally see Henderson as a playmaker at the next level. He fits into the mold of an Alvin Kamara or a Jahmyr Gibbs. He can be deployed as a weapon in the passing game as well as the running game. Henderson can take over and be your workhorse, but he is best suited working in tandem with another runner, allowing both to be fresh and effective. Henderson will be taken in the first 3 rounds of the NFL Draft and solidify his position as a 1st round dynasty rookie pick.
No. 7 | Tyler Warren | TE | Penn State | 6’6’’ | 257 lbs
Previously Ranked 12
I have been one of the biggest backers of Tyler Warren for some time. This record-breaking TE shattered single season marks for PSU and the Big 10 in 2024. His 104 catches for 1,233 yards and 8 TDs highlight his playmaking abilities. On top of being the top target in the passing game, he also took 26 carries for 218 yards and 4 rushing scores. He even had a passing TD as well. Simply put, he is the most dynamic TE in the class.
I have had Tyler Warren as a 1st round prospect throughout the process. There has been increased chatter about him climbing into the top 10 picks of the NFL Draft. Warren is one of the best TE prospects I have ever scouted and he will become a valuable part of his NFL team’s passing game. I have steadily brought him further and further up my rankings to eventually land here at No. 7. For teams in need of a top flight TE on their roster, you can’t get a better prospect than Tyler Warren.
No. 8 | Emeka Egbuka | WR | Ohio State | 6’1’’ | 205 lbs
Previously Ranked 18
Emeka Egbuka was one of my biggest risers from my previous article. The OSU speedster managed to put up his second 1,000 yard season of his career, despite playing second fiddle to a record setting freshman talent. Egbuka reminds me of Terry McLaurin. You rarely ever hear either of these players as they prefer to allow their play on the field to do the talking for them. Egbuka has the potential to be an even better pro than a collegiate player, despite leaving OSU as the all-time leader in receptions.
Emeka Egbuka has the body type and potential to play virtually any position on an NFL offense. His size and speed allow him to easily play the boundary as either an “X” or “Z” receiver. His shiftiness and quick twitch ability combined with a solid pair of hands also make him an ideal fit in the slot. I believe that he will be drafted sometime between the end of the 1st and 2nd rounds. If he gets that type of draft capital, I believe that he will be the consensus WR2 in this draft class, and I am happy to grab him here in the back half of the 1st round of a dynasty rookie draft.
No. 9 | Kaleb Johnson | RB | Iowa | 6’0’’ | 225 lbs
Previously Not Ranked
Kaleb Johnson is a player that exploded in the scene in 2024. The junior out of Iowa more than doubled his career rushing yards and TDs this past year. He managed to turn 240 carries into 1,537 yards and 21 TDs. He proved to be a true workhorse on his way to winning Big 10 RB of the year, 1st team all-Big 10, and consensus All-American honors. Johnson is also a capable pass catcher to boot. He brings an upright running style similar to Darren McFadden and DeMarco Murray.
This year, RB will be king, and depending on the way the draft plays out, Johnson could rise all the way to the RB2 in the class. In most seasons, you would need a pick in the top 5 to land a RB of this caliber. I am really happy to slot him in here in the 1st round. Keep an eye on this one in the pre-draft process
No. 10 | Omarion Hampton | RB | North Carolina | 6’0’’ | 220 lbs
Previously Ranked 14
Omarion Hampton is another player rising up my draft board. Hampton came into the college ranks as one of the top high school RBs in his class. He chose North Carolina over a list of some of the best college programs in the nation. Over the last two seasons he has put up back-to-back 1,500+ yard seasons with 15 TDs in each. He managed to do all this while averaging a nice 5.9 ypc. He also did a really nice job in the passing game, playing an active role in the Tar Heels aerial plans.
Hampton is a player who will be in contention for a major rise up draft boards following the NFL Draft. There are a number of really talented RBs in this class that will see their values solidify once their eventual destination and draft stock is known. I think he has some Kareem Hunt or David Montgomery to his game – a player that can do everything really well, he just doesn’t have that overdrive gear. Nonetheless, he will be a really nice dynasty asset who is almost guaranteed to see his name called by the end of Day 2 of the NFL Draft.
No. 11 | Luther Burden III | WR | Missouri | 5’11’’ | 208 lbs
Previously Ranked 5
Luther Burden III is a player that has fallen down my rankings. The Missouri Tigers slot WR backed up his impressive 2023 campaign by laying an absolute dud in 2024. I’m not sure if he checked out ahead of his eventual entry into the NFL Draft or what happened. Perhaps teams did a better job of scheming him out of the offensive game plan. Whatever the reason, his drop from 1,212 yards and 9 TDs to a meager 676 yards and 6 scores certainly catches your eye.
Despite his down 2024 season, it is hard to keep Burden out of my 1st round rankings. You just need to look at his 2023 numbers and film to see a player that is tailor-made to be a zone beater in the NFL. He will be a natural slot fit for a team. Many scouts still have him as a 1st Round NFL prospect despite his struggles this past year. In a class that his thin on high-end WR talent, I still have this dynamic playmaker at the back of my 1st round.
No. 12 | Jaxson Dart | QB | Ole Miss | 6’2’’ | 225 lbs
Previously Not Ranked
Rounding out my 1st round I am heading back to the QB position. Jaxson Dart has been a name that has been floating around numerous draft circles. Many analysts and scouts alike believe that the QB from Ole Miss could hear his name called in the 1st Round of the upcoming NFL Draft. And, why not? Last year, Dart lit up the SEC for 4,279 passing yards with a 29:6 TD to INT ratio. He also chipped in 495 rushing yards to boot, showing his dual threat potential.
There are a couple QBs in this category. He wasn’t in my earlier rankings, but with all the chatter about his draft stock I am willing to stick my neck out a little bit here. His dynasty stock will take a big shift one way or another after free agency and the NFL Draft. Keep an eye on how he does at the NFL Combine, as he may be one of the biggest name QBs to actually throw at the event. Dart will sort himself out by the end of the draft process and we will be able to adjust our draft board accordingly.
Round 2 | 2025 Big Board 2.0
No. 13 | Colston Loveland | TE | Michigan | 6’5’’ | 245 lbs
Previously Ranked 17
Leading off my second round, I am going back to the TE position. Colston Loveland entered the 2024 season as nearly the consensus top TE. He honestly didn’t disappoint, as he led the Wolverines in receiving yards. The problem is his 582 receiving yards led one of the most conservative passing attacks in the nation. While I don’t believe that he offers the same type of upside as Warren, Colston Loveland also appears likely to be taken in the 1st Round of the upcoming NFL Draft. With his pedigree and his likely draft capital, I will take him in this range all day every day as he moves up my draft board.
No. 14 | Devin Neal | RB | Kansas | 5’11’’ | 215 lbs
Previously Ranked 16
Devin Neal is one of my guilty pleasures in the 2025 draft class. He brings excellent size and athleticism to the position. At Kansas, he was the primary weapon in the Jayhawks offense, posting three consecutive 1,000 yard seasons. He is also a competent pass catcher, bringing in over 20 catches each of the last 3 years. I’ve got a feeling Neal is going to impress in the pre-draft process and find his way to an NFL team no later than the 4th Round, giving him an excellent shot to compete for touches right away. I see a bigger Bucky Irving – a player who is lightning quick in small spaces who will chew up chunk plays left and right.
No. 15 | Tre Harris | WR | Ole Miss | 6’2’’ | 210 lbs
Previously Ranked 11
Tre Harris has fallen a little bit since my last ranking article. However, I still really like his game. He has been the top pass catcher for Ole Miss each of the last two seasons. Last year, he put up career highs of 1,030 yards in only 8 games. A player with excellent size, Harris made some ridiculous catches during his time in the SEC. The real question for him will be his long speed. If he can come in at 4.50 seconds or faster at the NFL Combine, I believe that he will be drafted in the first 2 rounds of the upcoming NFL draft.
No. 16 | Jalen Milroe | QB | Alabama | 6’2’’ | 220 lbs
Previously Not Ranked
I have not been very high on Jalen Milroe from the jump. I see some really worrying signs about his accuracy and decision making. However, his talent as an athlete with the ball in his hands is undeniable. He is the kind of player who could turn into a league winner if he lands in the right spot, where they make a concerted effort to slowly develop him instead of throwing him immediately into the fire like Anthony Richardson. In a SuperFlex format, I am gambling on this type of upside every time at the QB position.
No. 17 | Travis Hunter | WR | Colorado | 6’1’’ | 185 lbs
Previously Ranked 6
This is probably the toughest evaluation in the entire 2025 class. Travis Hunter is unquestionably one of the most talented athletes set to enter the NFL. The problem for us is that we don’t know how much time he will get at WR. You see, Hunter not only won the Biletnikoff Award as the nation’s top WR. He also won the Chuck Bednarik Award (top defensive player) as well as the Heisman Trophy. Most analysts believe he will predominantly play defensive back in the NFL with a sprinkle of snaps at WR. However, if he chose to focus on the offensive side of the ball, his 1,152 yards and 14 TDs highlight the type of receiver he could be.
No. 18 | Dylan Sampson | RB | Tennessee | 5’11’’ | 205 lbs
Previously Ranked 13
Dylan Sampson is another player I usually find myself higher on than the consensus. At just over 200 pounds, he is a little on the smaller side for an NFL RB but just watch what he can do when he gets a crease. Unlike some of the other RBs that I actually like better, Sampson has an extra gear. He can turn any play into a home run. He even broke a school record for rushing yards in a season that had stood since 1929! Sampson may have fallen a little bit in my 2025 Rookie Big Board but I still consider him an excellent 2nd round prospect.
No. 19 | Isaiah Bond | WR | Texas | 5’11’’ | 180 lbs
Previously Ranked 15
Isaiah Bond is an enigma. He is just one of those players when you look at his college production, it’s unimpressive, never having put up more than 688 yards in a season. So, what is with all the fuss? Then, you put on the tape and you quickly see why he will challenge to be drafted in the 1st Round of the NFL Draft. Once he enters the league, he will immediately be one of the fastest players in the NFL. He has a personal best of 10.48 in the 100-meter dash. He will blister the NFL Combine and if he gets taken in the top couple rounds by the right team, watch for his stock to fly.
No. 20 | Cam Skattebo | RB | Arizona State | 5’11’’ | 215 lbs
Previously Not Ranked
Cam Skattebo is a player you just love to root for. It’s not very often that you find players that play every single down with the intensity and effort this RB brings to the table. Think Marion Barber or Mike Alstott – looking to make the game physical and uncomfortable for the defense. His 1,711 rushing yards were second in the nation behind only Ashton Jeanty. He was also a dynamic pass catcher, hauling in 45 passes for 605 receiving yards, breaking multiple school records along the way. If only he were just a little bit faster. I expect him to likely go early on Day 3 of the upcoming draft.
No. 21 | Xavier Restrepo | WR | Miami | 5’10’’ | 198 lbs
Previously Not Ranked
Xavier Restrepo is a tailor-made NFL slot WR. In the upcoming NFL Combine and pre-draft period, you will hear him frequently compared to Wes Welker, Danny Amendola, and Julian Edelman. Throughout his time at Miami, he proved himself capable of shouldering the load as the top pass catching option in an offense. His 1,127 receiving yards in 2024 were a career high. This past season also saw him set a career high with an impressive 16.3 ypc. He would be a great fit in New England with newly renewed OC, Josh McDaniels.
No. 22 | Harold Fannin Jr. | TE | Bowling Green | 6’4’’ | 230 lbs
Previously Not Ranked
Harold Fannin Jr. is one of the more divisive prospects in this class. Most scouts and analysts either love him or they think he has no chance of succeeding at the next level. The undersized TE out of Bowling Green was an absolute weapon for his team in 2024. His 1,555 receiving yards were by far the most in the nation for a TE. If you’re thinking that he just bloated his numbers with big games against small schools, think again. He put up back-to-back massive games against No. 9 ranked PSU (11/137/1) and No. 25 ranked Texas A&M (8/145/0). Here in the 2nd round I am willing to gamble on a player with these types of numbers.
No. 23 | Kyle McCord | QB | Syracuse | 6’3’’ | 220 lbs
Previously Not Ranked
Most people left Kyle McCord for dead when he transferred out of Ohio State after the 2023 season. The Buckeyes refused to guarantee him the starting job so he entered the transfer portal, eventually landing with the Orangemen. Well, McCord wasn’t finished after all. He went out and led the entire nation in passing yards with a robust 4,779 yards. McCord is a traditional pocket passer with a really nice arm. He was also one of the standout stars of the 2025 East-West Shrine Bowl. I wouldn’t be that shocked if a team grabbed him sometime on Day 2 with an eye towards developing him behind an established starter.
No. 24 | Bhayshul Tuten | RB | Virginia Tech | 5’11’’ | 209 lbs
Previously Not Ranked
Virginia Tech’s Bhayshul Tuten has been a productive running back throughout his college career. Starting first at HBCU North Carolina A&T and continuing on to Blacksburg, VA, Tuten has been the engine that drove his team’s offense. If you want to see the apex of what he can do, just check out his film against Boston College. Against his conference rival, Tuten put up 266 yards and 3 scores on just 18 carries. If he lands in the right spot in the middle rounds of the upcoming draft, he could shoot up draft boards.
Round 3 | 2025 Big Board 2.0
No. 25 | Jalen Royals | WR | Utah State | 6’0’’ | 205 lbs
Previously Not Ranked
Jalen Royals has the size and speed to play on the outside at the next level, while also possessing the quickness and route running to kick into the slot if necessary. He roasted the completion in the Mountain West over the last couple years and was the star of the Senior Bowl.
No. 26 | Jordan James | RB | Oregon | 5’10’’ | 209 lbs
Previously Not Ranked
Jordan James posted career highs across the board in 2024 with 1,267 yards rushing and 15 TDs. He also showed himself to be a capable pass catcher, hauling in 26 passes on the year. He is one of those players that could see a quick rise up draft boards based on landing spot.
No. 27 | DJ Giddens | RB | Kansas State | 6’1’’ | 212 lbs
Previously Not Ranked
Kansas State’s DJ Giddens brings nice size and speed to the position. He is also a fluid runner, able to effortlessly make nice cuts that leave defenders in the lurch. I will be keeping an eye on his landing spot in the draft.
No. 28 | Oronde Gadsden II | TE | Syracuse | 6’5’’ | 236 lbs
Previously Not Ranked
Oronde Gadsden II is an intriguing TE prospect out of Syracuse. He profiles as a nice weapon at the NFL level. He may take some time to adjust to the professional game, but I see some shades of Darren Waller in his game.
No. 29 | Tahj Brooks | RB | Texas Tech | 5’10’’ | 230 lbs
Previously Not Ranked
At just 5’10’’ and 230 pounds, Tahj Brooks is built like a ton of bricks. He might not have that overdrive gear, but he is a load to tackle. Brooks also has some really nimble feet for a big man. He could be a nice power complement in a tandem backfield.
No. 30 | Tez Johnson | WR | Oregon | 5’9’’ | 156 lbs
Previously Not Ranked
Tez Johnson is one of the most explosive playmakers in the nation. If only he was a little bigger, as 156 pounds is dangerously light for an NFL athlete. But, when you can run like the wind, anything is possible. Hopefully he is closer to Tank Dell than Tutu Atwell.
No. 31 | Kyle Monangai | RB | Rutgers | 5’9’’ | 210 lbs
Previously Not Ranked
Kyle Monangai plays with a ton of effort. He runs with maximum effort on every play. While he hasn’t shown much as a pass catcher, he has put up back-to-back 1,200 yard rushing seasons at Rutgers. He could certainly form the thunder portion of a RB tandem in the NFL.
No. 32 | Ollie Gordon II | RB | Oklahoma State | 6’2’’ | 225 lbs
Previously No. 20
Ollie Gordon is one of the most physical runners you will ever watch. He routinely bullies defenders and imposes his will on the field. If he had come out last year, he would have been one of the top running backs in the class. But he took a big dive in efficiency, dropping 1.5 yards per carry. At this point of the draft I am willing to gamble that the right coach could bring that 2023 beast back to the forefront.
No. 33 | Trevor Etienne | RB | Georgia | 5’9’’ | 205 lbs
Previously Not Ranked
At just 5’9’’ and a shade over 200 pounds, Trevor Etienne is on the small side for an NFL RB. I believe that he could be drafted and used as a passing down RB, with 2-minute usage to boot. I envision a Justice Hill type of role in the NFL. That could make him a flex worthy RB in the right system.
No. 34 | Elic Ayomanor | WR | Stanford | 6’2’’ | 210 lbs
Previously No. 24
Elic Ayomanor burst onto the scene in 2023 when he played the game of his life against Travis Hunter and the Colorado Buffaloes. However, his numbers took a dip in 2024. He will need to show more going forward, but I could see an upgraded Michael Wilson when watching him play.
No. 35 | Quinn Ewers | QB | Texas | 6’2’’ | 209 lbs
Previously No. 21
Texas QB Quinn Ewers was once seen as a top signal callers in the class. He does have a slightly side armed delivery and isn’t the most mobile QB in the class, but if he landed in the right spot where he could develop for a year or two, it wouldn’t shock me to hear his name as a starter in the future.
No. 36 | Jaydon Blue | RB | Texas | 6’0’’ | 200 lbs
Previously Not Ranked
Jaydon Blue is one of my favorite receiving RBs in the class. In 2024, he managed to haul in 42 passes for 368 yards and 6 scores. That was in addition to 730 rushing yards and 8 TDs. I could see a coach like Sean Payton making excellent use of a player with this type of skillset.
Round 4 | 2025 Big Board 2.0
No. 37 | Tai Felton | WR | Maryland | 6’2’’ | 186 lbs | Previously Not Ranked
No. 38 | Elijah Sarratt | WR | Indiana | 6’2’’ | 209 lbs | Previously Ranked 23
No. 39 | Woody Marks | RB | USC | 5’10’’ | 208 lbs | Previously Not Ranked
No. 40 | Savion Williams | WR | TCU | 6’5’’ | 225 lbs | Previously Not Ranked
No. 41 | Pat Bryant | WR | Illinois | 6’2’’ | 200 lbs | Previously Not Ranked
No. 42 | Jayden Higgins | WR | Iowa State | 6’4’’ | 210 lbs | Previously Not Ranked
No. 43 | RJ Harvey | RB | UCF | 5’10’’ | 207 lbs | Previously Not Ranked
No. 44 Gunnar Helm | TE | Texas | 6’5’’ | 239 lbs | Previously Not Ranked
No. 45 | Damien Martinez | RB | Miami | 6’0’’ | 237 lbs | Previously Not Ranked
No. 46 | Tory Horton | WR | Colorado State | 6’3’’ | 185 lbs | Previously Not Ranked
No. 47 | Dillon Gabriel | QB | Oregon | 5’10’’ | 200 lbs | Previously Not Ranked
No. 48 | Raheim Sanders | RB | South Carolina | 6’0’’ | 229 lbs | Previously Not Ranked
SLEEPERS | 2025 Rookie Big Board 2.0
No. 49 | Marcus Yarns | RB | Delaware | 5’11’’ | 190 lbs
Previously Not Ranked
Even though I went to Delaware State, it would feel wrong to not mention Marcus Yarns from our in-state rival Blue Hens. Yarns looks like he could be a complimentary RB in the NFL. He has limited size but has been extremely efficient, putting up over 1,000 total yards each of he last two seasons. He did all this while averaging fewer than 200 touches a year. Keep an eye on how this RB makes his way through the draft process.
No. 50 | Targhee Lambson | RB | Southern Utah | 5’9’’ | 200 lbs
Previously Not Ranked
My final sleeper is Southern Utah’s Targhee Lambson. If I’m including an FCS player, I want to see a player who tore up the competition. Lambson did just that in 2024, turning 320 carries into an insane 1,922 yards and 23 scores. He was shredding the competition. I don’t exactly know how he will test in the pre-draft process, but anyone with that type of production has my attention.
Recap | 2025 Rookie Big Board 2.0
Whenever you have a list of prospects, the focus will inevitably shift toward the players not included. Several players decided to return to college for the 2025 season like California’s RB Jaydn Ott, Penn State’s RBs Kaytron Allen and Nicholas Singleton as well as QB Drew Allar, Oregon’s WR Evan Stewart, LSU’s QB Garrett Nussmeier, while others like Georgia’s QB Carson Beck decided to transfer. One 2025 player that is notably off this list is LSU’s Kyren Lacy who is dealing with an ongoing legal issue.
The beauty of the 2025 Rookie Big Board Series is that it is a living thing. Prospects will move up and down the rankings throughout the remainder of the pre-draft process, based on performance, new information, and potential draft stock. Players will be added, and players will fall out. That is the nature of the beast. Please check back regularly to see our most recent 2025 Rookie Big Board update.
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