SuperFlex Startup Mock Draft | How to Build a Dynasty Roster in 2025

2025 Mock Drafts | Dynasty Fantasy Football | NFL Draft

• Three Round 1QB Rookie Mock | The Best Players to Know in the 2025 NFL Draft
• The 2025 NFL Draft | 3 Round SuperFlex Rookie Mock | SF Players You Need to Know
• Two Round 1QB Rookie Mock | The Best Players in the Outstanding 2025 NFL Draft
• First Round ROOKIE MOCK for the Outstanding 2025 NFL DRAFT
• SuperFlex MOCK DRAFT for the Outstanding 2025 NFL Rookie Class
• The 2025 IDP Mock Draft | The Best Defensive Rookies You Need to Draft
• 2025 NFL Mock Draft | Best Outstanding Rookie Prospects Rounds 1-2
• The Future is Now! | 2025 NFL Mock Draft | Bobby Bishop
• SuperFlex Startup Mock Draft | How to Build a Dynasty Roster in 2025

The Nerds are back! Here’s the latest SuperFlex Startup Mock Draft. We’ve assembled our sharpest draft Nerds, most-seasoned dynasty Nerds, and our high-profile Nerds to ensure a cutthroat draft board that can help you in the early dynasty startup draft season. Key takeaway: throw ADP out the window and take the guys you believe in as the draft unfolds.

Rich Dotson, Garret Price, Tristan Cook, Keith Ensminger, “Doc” Matthew Mitchell, Mychal Warno, Bobby Bishop, Mike Johrendt, Peter Monahan, Brad Custer, Dwight Peebles, and Editor Taylor Christianson bring you their very best takes on the players they deem as dynasty must-drafts in our 20-round SuperFlex Startup Mock Draft with analysis on the Top 10 picks for every roster and a final roster review. Enjoy!

Overview | SuperFlex Startup Mock Draft

This is a 12-team, start 10 (QB, RBx2, WRx3, TE, RB/WR/TE x2, SF) SuperFlex Startup Mock Draft. Please let us know if there are other formats you would like to see!

The scoring and format for this SuperFlex Startup Mock Draft are as follows:

SuperFlex Startup Mock Draft Presented by Dynasty Nerds

• 4 points per passing touchdown (PPTD)
• 1 point per reception (PPR)
• 0.5 additional points for tight end receptions (TEprem)

Round 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | Board | Review

ROUND ONE | SuperFlex Startup Mock Draft

1.01 | Josh Allen | QB | Buffalo Bills | Age 28

Matthew “Doc” Mitchell: I dislike getting the 1.01 in a startup draft. It is always difficult to single out one player who is guaranteed to be that much better than everybody else. For this SuperFlex startup mock draft, I decided to go with Josh Allen. He is Mr. Consistency finishing no worse than QB4 overall in any season since 2020. This season was probably his most impressive as he managed to finish no. 4 overall despite losing Stefon Diggs to the Texans. Allen is a safe “stud” who can be a building block of any SuperFlex roster.

1.02 | Jayden Daniels | QB | Washington Commanders | Age 24

Keith Ensminger: Why Jayden Daniels with more proven QBs still on the board? Lamar Jackson and Joe Burrow are 28, while Jayden Daniels is only 24. Daniels finished as QB4 in points per game (PPG) in his rookie season and only got stronger as the season concluded. If Washington is able to surround Daniels with offensive talent similar to what Lamar Jackson and Joe Burrow have in Baltimore and Cincinnati, the sky’s the limit for Daniels’ future fantasy prospects. He will anchor my SuperFlex startup mock draft roster for years to come.

1.03 | Lamar Jackson | QB | Baltimore Ravens | Age 28

Peter Monahan: There is a clear top three tier for me in SuperFlex startup drafts, so I happily took the 3rd player of that group—Lamar Jackson. Jackson is searching for back-to-back MVP awards and his 3rd MVP overall. The stat that best showcases Jackson’s elite dual-threat ability was from this past season: he became the first player in NFL history with 4,000 passing yards and 800 rushing yards in the same season. Enough said—Lamar was the easiest pick of the draft for me.

1.04 | Joe Burrow | QB | Cincinnati Bengals | Age 28

Bobby Bishop: I selected Joe Burrow with my 1st round selection. He was the 3rd ranked QB on the season with 22.99 PPG. In startup SuperFlex (SF) drafts, I always try to prioritize taking a QB in the first round. Joe Burrow is someone I trust without a doubt. He’s a pro’s pro, whose game will age well as he does. While pocket passers don’t always average as many points per game as dual threat QBs, their careers tend to last longer. With Joe Burrow, I have solidified my QB1 spot for the next decade.

1.05 | Brock Bowers | TE | Las Vegas Raiders | Age 22

Taylor Christianson: I wasn’t sure if Brock Bowers would make it to no. 5 overall in a tight end premium draft, but the SuperFlex element pushed him down. We’ve never seen a TE do what Brock Bowers did this past season, compiling 112 receptions—the most by any rookie pass catcher, tight end or otherwise. He’s the clear focal point of the offense and has the NFL Draft capital to back him up. In a world without Travis Kelce (coming too soon), securing Brock Bowers is the best positional advantage in this format. He’s on par with Justin Jefferson and Ja’Marr Chase from a production standpoint, so the boost in scoring was too much to pass up.

1.06 | Ja’Marr Chase | WR | Cincinnati Bengals | Age 24

Mike Johrendt: While there were plenty of quarterback options on the board, selecting the first wide receiver in Ja’Marr Chase made the most sense at 1.06. After winning the Triple Crown this season, the 24-year-old is unquestionably the best receiver in the league. Setting career marks in targets (175), receptions (127), receiving yards (1,708) and touchdowns (17), everyone else was ‘chasing’ Ja’Marr in the stat department. With all signs pointing to Chase remaining with Joe Burrow in Cincinnati, you can continue to fire him up as your WR1 in all startup draft formats.

1.07 | Jalen Hurts | QB | Philadelphia Eagles | Age 26

Mychal Warno: In a startup Superflex draft, I don’t like to be pigeonholed into a certain position and reach for a pick. Sitting at 1.07, I did not expect Jalen Hurts to still be there for me. I love having a dual-threat quarterback on my roster and with Josh Allen, Jayden Daniels, and Lamar Jackson all off the board, Hurts was the obvious pick for me. Even with Saquon Barkley in Philadelphia, Hurts still rushed for 14 touchdowns. My other consideration was Brock Bowers due to positional scarcity, but Taylor Christianson took him two picks before me, making the Hurts selection much easier.

1.08 | Justin Jefferson | WR | Minnesota Vikings | Age 25

Brad Custer: With all the top-tier (i.e. rushing) quarterbacks off the board I have no qualms about turning to arguably the WR1 of the league, Justin Jefferson. While Ja’Marr Chase did finish the year slightly ahead of him, we have to recognize the floor of the Vikings receiver. Despite a rotating cast of quarterbacks Jefferson averaged over 20 points a game over the last three years, and narrowly missed that mark in the prior season. His future is indeed murky with J.J. McCarthy likely behind the helm, but even if McCarthy only reaches Sam Darnold levels of talent, Jefferson will remain an elite fantasy contributor.

1.09 | Bijan Robinson | RB | Atlanta Falcons | Age 22

Garret Price: The 9th spot in the draft is normally a place I don’t desire, but I have recently started drafting young elite running backs more aggressively than I have in the past, and this was the perfect spot to nab Bijan Robinson. The 22-year old just finished his 2nd season and put the fantasy world on notice with his RB3 overall finish. At over 20 points per game, Bijan gives me elite upside with 5+ years of top-tier production remaining. Robinson gives me an early edge at a position that runs out of young talent quickly.

1.10 | Patrick Mahomes | QB | Kansas City Chiefs | Age 29

Tristan Cook: This certainly isn’t the most exciting or glamorous pick, but in a Superflex startup mock draft, I’d rather play it safe at the beginning of the draft. You can’t win your league early on, but you can make it much harder if you get too risky and make a bad pick. Patrick Mahomes may be past his elite-level production days, but he’s going to be a low-end QB1 or better for the next decade. His QB11 finish in 2024 was the worst of his career. Travis Kelce has at least a year or two left of solid production. Xavier Worthy showed flashes of being the next dynamic weapon in this offense. The uncertainty with Rashee Rice‘s future causes a bit of pause, but not enough to shy away from the most sure-fire player in the 1st round.

1.11 | Jordan Love | QB | Green Bay Packers | Age 26

Rich Dotson: Picking at the back end of a startup draft has its advantages, allowing you to secure two high-end players. I’m adamant about not leaving the first round without a franchise quarterback, and I found that in Jordan Love. He’s still refining his skills, but he consistently showcases his potential with an impressive arm. Considering his age, the system he’s in, and the array of weapons at his disposal, I’m confident in building around him for the long haul. He just needs one of those weapons to emerge as a true star, or I trust the team will find that piece from outside to elevate him to championship-contending status in fantasy football.

1.12 | Amon-Ra St. Brown | WR | Detroit Lions | Age 25

Dwight Peebles: Picking at the turn, I knew I had to get an elite WR or RB, and one of the top QBs. Amon-Ra St. Brown is one of the most consistent players in fantasy and is tethered to one of the top offenses in the NFL. He’s finished in the top 5 of fantasy points per game the past 2 seasons, with 18.6 PPG this year and 20.7 in 2023. St. Brown feels like one of the safest picks in dynasty football, and a lock for 125+ targets for many years.

Round 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | Board | Review

ROUND TWO | SuperFlex Startup Mock Draft

2.01 | Justin Herbert | QB | Los Angeles Chargers | Age 26

Dwight: The QBs flew off the board, with seven going in the first round and I was faced with a tough choice. Justin Herbert impressed me this season. With a depleted receiving corps, 2024 was going to be a tough test. While his numbers declined overall, Herbert finished strong and the rapport with rookie Ladd McConkey looks promising going forward. The Chargers organization appears headed in the right direction, and despite an atrocious playoff performance, Herbert should remain a top QB for many years.

2.02 | Malik Nabers | WR | New York Giants | Age 21

Rich: Drafting Malik Nabers in a SuperFlex startup mock draft at the 2.02 spot feels like a dream come true, especially after his record-breaking rookie season for receptions on a team lacking significant talent. I was seriously considering him at 1.11 because–just like securing a franchise quarterback–nabbing a young star wide receiver in the first couple of rounds is crucial to building a dynasty. Nabers is electrifying, justifying his 1st Round NFL selection with his potential to become a WR1 in fantasy football. Pair him with a franchise quarterback, and there’s no ceiling on how high his star can rise.

2.03 | C.J. Stroud | QB | Houston Texans | Age 23

Tristan: This was a tough decision for me. Picking at the beginning of Round 2 and not again until the end of Round 3, I knew this would be my last opportunity to select a top-tier player. Because this is a Superflex league, I ultimately landed on quarterback. I considered Drake Maye, but once again wanted to stay on the safe side and take a player that has been in the league a bit longer and feels a bit safer. C.J. Stroud ran into a bit of a sophomore slump, but a QB18 finish without the services of Stefon Diggs (ACL), Nico Collins (hamstring), and Tank Dell (knee), for various portions of the season is actually quite impressive. Stroud lost some of his luster this year but I’m happy with a promising young QB to pair with Patrick Mahomes.

2.04 | Drake Maye | QB | New England Patriots | Age 22

Garret: With my 2nd round selection, I wanted to let the draft come to me and continue to take the best available player. Drake Maye is that guy for me. In games he started and finished, Maye averaged 17.5 ppg this season with arguably the worst supporting cast of skill position players in the league. It’s easy to imagine that with another year under his belt, and an improved receiving corp, Maye should improve upon his impressive rookie campaign. 

2.05 | CeeDee Lamb | WR | Dallas Cowboys | Age 25

Brad: This is a PPR league with three starting wide receivers. While quarterbacks are at a premium, so are wide receivers. I’m happy starting this draft with a WR-WR combo of Justin Jefferson and CeeDee Lamb. I’m surprised he’s still on the board, and I’ll chalk it up to the injury and an undefined future with Dak Prescott. That said, he’s proven himself capable of fantasy production even with Dak out. This could cause me to pass over value at WR later in the draft, but given the choice, I’d rather take value early and reach later on.

2.06 | Jahmyr Gibbs | RB | Detroit Lions | Age 22

Mychal: In Round 2, I had a couple options staring me in the face between Caleb Williams, Jahmyr Gibbs, and Puka Nacua. I began looking at quarterbacks and saw other options I valued close to Williams were still available. I ultimately decided on Jahmyr Gibbs as he was the last running back in a tier for me. Gibbs rushed for nearly 1500 yards while splitting the workload with David Montgomery. My choice looked good to me after a 4 touchdown performance in Week 18.

2.07 | Puka Nacua | WR | Los Angeles Rams | Age 23

Mike: Going back to WR, I selected Puka Nacua with the 7th pick of the 2nd round. The QB position had reached a clear tier break and reaching for one wasn’t the right choice, so adding Nacua was the right path to take. The decision was between Nacua and Nico Collins, with Nacua earning the nod based on being two years younger. Having finished his 2024 regular season with 8-straight games of 8+ targets, Nacua is clearly a great fit in Sean McVay’s scheme with the Los Angeles Rams.

2.08 | Nico Collins | WR | Houston Texans | Age 25

Taylor: I like to get a strong WR1 in the first few rounds of a startup, and Nico Collins stood out as the clear pass catcher left on the board. Despite missing 5 weeks, Collins had 7 WR2 finishes or better. That’s 7 out of 11, meaning he was open all day on designed plays. Once Houston shores up their O-line and the pass catchers on the outside can get healthy, Collins has the upside of WR1 overall. He’s finally coming into his own and C.J. Stroud will continue to look his way early and often. I’m just as happy to start Collins every week as the Jefferson’s and Chase’s of the world.

2.09 | Trey McBride | TE | Arizona Cardinals | Age 25

Bobby: I selected Trey McBride in the second round of the SF TE Premium startup mock, because of the fall off after him in the positional rankings. I believe Brock Bowers and McBride are the only members of the top tier of dynasty tight ends. In a tight end premium league, I wanted to make it a priority to get one of those two guys. Trey McBride is due for positive regression next year because of his lack of touchdowns. With his talent level, he could easily add on 5-10 touchdowns in 2025 on top of his already impressive season. I can still get a QB2 or a WR1 next round, but McBride was my last opportunity for a tier 1 tight end.

2.10 | Marvin Harrison Jr. | WR | Arizona Cardinals | Age 22

Peter: Marvin Harrison Jr. did not have the rookie record-shattering season that most NFL fans expected after being selected #4 overall in the NFL Draft last April. He finished the season with respectable stats for a rookie wide receiver with 885 yards receiving and 8 touchdowns. The Cardinals’ offense struggled at times last season and sometimes it was tight end Trey McBride that was the go-to target for quarterback Kyler Murray (more on him shortly). If anyone is down on Marvin Harrison this offseason, I will certainly be buying the dip as he is still a young elite WR.

2.11 | Brian Thomas Jr | WR | Jacksonville Jaguars | Age 22

Keith: With several quarterbacks I like still available with my early third round pick, I decided to wait on that position and draft my top receiver remaining on the board, Jacksonville’s Brian Thomas Jr. Thomas finished as WR13 by average in his rookie season, but also showed durability by playing in all seventeen games and finishing as WR4 overall. The only two receivers to finish above Thomas since his week 12 bye? Ja’Marr Chase and Justin Jefferson.

2.12 | Caleb Williams | QB | Chicago Bears | Age 23

Doc: With the 3rd round reversal at hand I wanted to make absolutely sure that I nail a long-term asset for my squad. I decided to go with Caleb Williams. Despite the crazy amount of hate he has received he still managed to finish his rookie season as QB16 overall. He managed to do this while still eating 68 sacks! He possesses immense talent with the legs to provide a safe rushing floor. Hopefully he continues to develop under his new coaching staff. I wanted to set a foundation for this squad with a pair of strong QBs and I am more than satisfied with this pair.

Round 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | Board | Review

ROUND THREE | SuperFlex Startup Mock Draft

3.01 | Garrett Wilson | WR | New York Jets | Age 24

Doc: After addressing the QB position I knew that I was going to have a long wait until I came back in the 4th round after the reversal. With that in mind I selected Jets WR Garrett Wilson. This youngster has shown the ability to succeed no matter who is throwing him the ball. I am still waiting for that big-time breakout season but it is hard to argue with a player that has put up over 1,000 yards in every season he has been in the league. Young WRs are cornerstone building blocks in my estimation and I wanted to make sure I got a top10 WR and Wilson is that guy.

3.02 | Brock Purdy | QB | San Francisco 49ers | Age 25

Keith: When I am in a Superflex startup draft, I prefer to leave the first four rounds with two quarterbacks, a top young receiver, and a high scoring tight end. I can find the other positions more easily later in the draft and in subsequent rookie drafts. To that end, as we entered round three of this mock, I was happy to see that I can add Brock Purdy to Jayden Daniels and start two QB1s every week against my opponents. Quarterback is the most important position in Superflex. Do not wait. Do not ignore it. You will never have enough, and when you don’t have them, they won’t be easy (or cheap) to acquire.

3.03 | Kyler Murray | QB | Arizona Cardinals | Age 27

Peter: I don’t normally strategize to draft a stack (quarterback and receiving weapon) but having to wait 18 picks before my next selection I wanted to lock in my Superflex spot and have two quarterbacks on my roster in the first four rounds. Kyler Murray just made sense as QB13 off the board in this startup. Murray played in his first full season in a few years and finished as a QB1, but his stats weren’t overwhelming. I think Murray’s value is relatively safe and he always has a low-end QB1, high-end QB2 outlook each year and I expect an even better 2025 season than this past year.

3.04 | Jaxon Smith-Njigba | WR | Seattle Seahawks | Age 22

Bobby: To solidify my WR1 spot longterm, I selected Jaxon Smith-Njigba. During the second half of 2024, Smith-Njigba finally had the breakout for which we’ve been waiting. He will be just 23 years old when next season begins, so he’s the type of receiver who you want to build your team around. His route running savviness creates loads of separation against man and zone coverage. Coming off a WR1 season in his second season, Jaxon Smith-Njigba is a player whose career I’m excited to witness.

3.05 | De’Von Achane | RB | Miami Dolphins | Age 23

Taylor: Did someone say RB1 overall potential? I certainly did in the Dynasty Nerds Discord when I selected De’Von Achane at 3.05 in this SuperFlex startup mock draft. After a year of full health, Achane doubters were silenced on durability concerns. When Tua Tagovailoa was under center, we saw Achane as a 1st-read option with bell cow responsibilities—including carries inside the 5-yard line. If Tyreek Hill leaves town and the Dolphins can get their head out of the sand, De’Von Achane stands to be the league-winning RB in 2025. Rich Dotson may have stolen Saquon Barkley in the 4th, but I added 4 years to my contending window with this selection.

3.06 | Sam LaPorta | TE | Detroit Lions | Age 23

Mike: Drafting a roster in a tight-end premium (TEP) format puts an added emphasis on TE, pushing a player like Sam LaPorta higher up your draft board. With Bowers and McBride already off the board, grabbing LaPorta in the third round was a solid value. While his ‘24 season paled in comparison to his TE1 finish the year prior, LaPorta still crossed the 700-yard mark this past season, finding the end zone seven times. Even if the Detroit Lions offense takes a step back with the (likely) departure of offensive coordinator Ben Johnson, LaPorta is a building block for the offense with a safe floor.

3.7 | Baker Mayfield | QB | Tampa Bay Buccaneers | Age 29

Mychal: Going into the third round, I saw a run of quarterbacks being taken off the board. Some will say this is a homer pick (Taylor) but the opportunity to grab my second quarterback was too good to pass up. I have Baker as my QB10 in my dynasty ranks. Baker is fresh off posting career highs in passing yards and touchdowns. Those numbers should continue as Mayfield has had a career resurgence in Tampa Bay. My other consideration at this pick was Ladd McConkey but I was hoping he would make it to me in Round 4.

3.08 | Bo Nix | QB | Denver Broncos | Age 24

Brad: I’m surprised that Bo Nix has dropped this far. Nix finished as QB7 in 2024 but has seemingly gone unnoticed. He rushed 92 times. Only Jalen Hurts, Jayden Daniels, Lamar Jackson, and Josh Allen had more rush attempts than him. That is good company to be in, especially considering he had a (slightly) above-average passer rating. These are remarkable feats for a rookie, and I feel glad to have him in the third.

3.09 | Drake London | WR | Atlanta Falcons | Age 23

Garret: I loved many of the receiving options available with this pick and most of the QB, RB and TE options in this range felt like a bit of a reach. I went back and forth between 4 different pass catchers with my 3rd round selection; namely Drake London, A.J. Brown, Rashee Rice and Ladd McConkey. I ended up going with Drake London. With London’s breakout in 2024, his age, and my belief in his new QB, Michael Penix, it made him stand above the other wide receivers in consideration.

3.10 | Breece Hall | RB | New York Jets | Age 23

Tristan: This pick felt like great value. There’s no escaping the fact that Breece Hall had a down year in 2024. But, his talent is undeniable. My rationale for going with Hall here is that running back production is much harder to find later in a startup draft. Breece Hall finished as high-end RB2 this year despite the struggles of the New York Jets. You’ll see a common thread in my picks. I try to target players that have a depressed value who I think can bounce back. Last year we saw what kind of season Hall can have. I believe there’s more of that in store.

3.11 | Ladd McConkey | WR | LA Chargers | Age 23

Rich: Drafting Ladd McConkey feels like catching a high–his availability is a dopamine rush. Typically, I’d opt for a quarterback in this spot to lock down my SuperFlex position, but I believe in letting the draft dictate my strategy. McConkey’s rookie season was nothing short of spectacular, cementing his role as the Chargers’ WR1 and finishing as a top fantasy wide receiver. A truly outstanding feat for a rookie. His route running and football IQ set him apart, ensuring he’ll consistently deliver points for any dynasty team. Pairing him with Malik Nabers gives me immense confidence in my wide receiver lineup for the long haul. My only regret? Not stacking him with Justin Herbert at 1.11 instead of Jordan Love.

3.12 | Jonathan Taylor | RB | Indianapolis Colts | 26

Dwight: Maybe recency bias influenced this pick a little, as Jonathan Taylor’s late season surge propelled him to finish with 1,431 rushing yards and 11 scores. He scored 39.8 fantasy points in Week 16 and 27.6 in Week 17, helping many squads to a fantasy title. Taylor turned 26 this past weekend, and could only have a few more seasons in his prime. When he’s clicking, JT23 is still one of the top RBs in fantasy football. And I wanted to get one before they were all gone!

Round 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | Board | Review

ROUND FOUR | SuperFlex Startup Mock Draft

4.01 | Rome Odunze | WR | Chicago Bears | 22

Dwight: I’ll take a step back and admit, this turn in the draft had me feeling like I was reaching. Rome Odunze is a young player I love, and will have a young QB in Caleb Williams, throwing the ball to him for a potentially long time. Odunze was targeted 101 times in his rookie season, catching 54 of them for 734 yards and 3 TDs. I’m projecting those numbers to increase in 2025 as Odunze establishes himself as the WR1 in Chicago.

4.02 | Saquon Barkley | RB | Philadelphia Eagles | Age 27

Rich: Someone pinch me, tell me this isn’t just a mock draft for a Dynasty Nerds article but instead is a real high-stakes startup, because I just got the reigning RB1 overall of the 2024 season in the 4th round. A true generational talent that slipped to me due to age, but I couldn’t care less if Saquon Barkley qualified for senior discounts at the movie theater with how good he looked this past season and into the playoffs. A fresh start in a perfect system for him, surrounded by talent, finally shows us what could have been with Barkley in New York. I’ll take three years or more of unprecedented talent here over anyone else as this pick makes me an immediate contender. Saquon Barkley is a true championship-caliber player.

4.03 | A.J. Brown | WR | Philadelphia Eagles | Age 27

Tristan: As I’ve said, in a startup draft I like to take players who have seen their value take a hit but have a chance to rebound. A.J. Brown perfectly fits that mold. His WR20 finish in 2024 was a notable step back from the two top-6 WR seasons in 2022 and 2023. However, this can largely be attributed to injury. Brown’s 16.68 FPPG in 2024 is only 0.35 points lower than his 2023 average. At this point, selecting A.J. Brown pointed me in the direction of trying to contend for a championship in year 1. While I still want to construct my team with an eye on the future, the selections of Mahomes and Brown put me in a position to try to win in the short-term as well.

4.04 | Rashee Rice | WR | Kansas City Chiefs | Age 24

Garret: I lost 2 of the other 3 WRs when it got back to me, but with Rashee Rice still remaining, it made my selection pretty easy. The connection that he showed with Mahomes in his rookie season and his first 3 games of 2024 showed that Rice has truly elite upside. Had he not gotten injured, I’d expect him to be drafted in the Puka Nacua– Nico Collins-type range, so this feels like a sneaky value assuming he returns to form.

4.05 | Kyren Williams | RB | Los Angeles Rams | Age 24

Brad: While hampered by injury in his rookie year, Kyren Williams finished as the RB7 in both 2023 and 2024. No other running back on the board has shown this kind of ceiling that is still under contract for 2025. While not given an overabundance of targets, when Cooper Kupp or Puka Nacua miss time he’s given an impressive role in the passing game giving him an even better ceiling. While this is his last year on his rookie contract I’m happy to take that guaranteed year knowing he has lower than typical wear-and-tear for a running back his age and hope he has a productive second contract.

4.06 | Christian McCaffrey | RB | San Francisco 49ers | Age 28

Mychal: Well, Ladd McConkey did not fall to me which I expected knowing that Rich had two picks before this selection. While awaiting this pick, I had three names in mind: Saquon Barkley, Christian McCaffrey, and Kyren Williams. This is a wild card pick because if McCaffrey returns to his form in 2025, he could be a league winner. However, that is a big IF.

4.07 | Trevor Lawrence | QB | Jacksonville Jaguars | Age 25

Mike: Finally breaking into the QB position, I drafted Trevor Lawrence here in the fourth round. While it was a forgetful ‘24 season due to injuries, Lawrence is only 25 years old and was the best QB left on the board. Anchoring my QB position, Lawrence has long-term security and a stud WR1 in Brian Thomas Jr. to work with, two great signs for his dynasty stock. While a few tiers down from the elite QBs, Lawrence offers a solid floor value-wise at this point in our dynasty startup mock draft.

4.08 | Tee Higgins | WR | Cincinnati Bengals | Age 26

Taylor: Through the 2024 fantasy season, Tee Higgins finished tied with Justin Jefferson in points per game as WR2 overall (19.3 PPG). Once fantasy circles start talking up Higgins in the offseason, coupled with his impending big contract (from CIN or the other 31 teams), Higgins is about to take off in dynasty value. I’m an avid trader and know I will be able to flip Higgins for a veteran WR + a future 1st round pick when the iron is hottest. I planned to take Michael Penix Jr. as my QB1, but couldn’t pass on the ascension of Higgins.

4.09 | Michael Penix Jr. | QB | Atlanta Falcons | Age 24

Bobby: With my fourth round pick, I selected Michael Penix Jr. I really wanted to solidify my quarterback position, and it basically came down to three options in my head: Jared Goff, Bryce Young, and Penix. Goff is older than the other two, and with Ben Johnson likely leaving, I’m worried the Lions offense will take a step back. I chose Penix because I really love his arm talent. His has a cannon and a gunslinger mentality, desiring to get the ball down the field. Michael Penix Jr. has a bright future in the NFL.

4.10 | Bucky Irving | RB | Tampa Bay Buccaneers | Age 22

Peter: What an unexpected rookie season for Bucky Irving. He was a 4th round NFL Draft selection and was slotted in to begin the season behind incumbent starter Rachaad White. Irving saw anywhere from 31-43% of snaps for the first 5 weeks of the season. White was injured and missed Week 6 where Irving saw his season high in snaps and put up over 100 scrimmage yards. From this Week 6 on, he finished the season with 10 out of 12 games scoring in double digits in PPR leagues. Irving has vaulted up running back rankings and is a top 10 ranked RB for most, so I felt comfortable locking him in as the RB1 for my roster as RB9 off the board.

4.11 | Mark Andrews | TE | Baltimore Ravens | Age 29

Keith: I do not mind drafting an older asset when it’s a position of scarcity like tight end. Mark Andrews finished as TE7 in 2024, but it was a tale of two seasons for the veteran pass catcher. Coming off of injuries sustained by a car accident during training camp, Andrews started slowly but came on strong by mid-October. It should also be noted that I did not like the value of many of the players in this area of the draft, and if this was an actual startup draft where trading was allowed, I would have likely traded up or down from this pick.

4.12 | | Chuba Hubbard | RB | Carolina Panthers | Age 25

Doc: At this point of the draft I am watching as the RB market dries up. I wanted to make sure I put together a competitive squad for year one. Chuba Hubbard had a breakout 2024 and capped off his big year with a new 4-year contract. Combine this with Brooks’ late-season knee injury and Chuba looks primed for a nice run as the starter in Carolina. Given the market at this point I was quite happy to select the former Oklahoma State star.

Round 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | Board | Review

ROUND FIVE | SuperFlex Startup Mock Draft

5.01 | | Josh Jacobs | RB | Green Bay Packers | Age 26

Doc: After nailing down my RB1 I wanted to go ahead and grab a strong running mate knowing I had such a long wait until my next pick. Josh Jacobs felt like the perfect RB to solidify my starting pair. If he had a better contract I would have taken Jacobs first but from this point forward he has virtually zero guaranteed money left in his deal. He will have a series of one-year pacts. If he continues to ball out this will not be an issue. Then again Aaron Jones had a decent final year in Green Bay as well. All the same this felt like a slam dunk pick for the build I am constructing.

5.02 | Jared Goff | QB | Detroit Lions | Age 30

Keith: Remember what I said when I drafted Brock Purdy? “Quarterback is the most important position in Superflex. Do not wait. Do not ignore it. You will never have enough, and when you don’t have them, they won’t be easy (or cheap) to acquire.” I like to win the “first to three quarterbacks” race in my Superflex startup drafts. By drafting Goff, I now roster three of the top twelve quarterbacks from 2024. That will be a huge advantage for me going forward both in my lineup and rookie drafts while my opponents are scrambling to draft quarterbacks like Russell Wilson and Geno Smith who come with more warts and question marks.

5.03 | DeVonta Smith | WR | Philadelphia Eagles | Age 26

Peter: In a Superflex startup draft, in my opinion, it is especially important to build your team through quarterbacks and wide receivers. DeVonta Smith was one of 4 straight WRs I selected all age 26 or younger to really lock in the core of my team. While Smith is not the WR1 on his own team, he forms one of the better WR teammate duos in the league on a very efficient offense. Smith missed a few games last season but still finished as WR17 in PPG and is firmly in the WR2 conversation year after year. I felt getting a player of his caliber as my WR2 in the 5th round was a great selection.

5.04 | Jordan Addison | WR | Minnesota Vikings | Age 22

Bobby: In the fifth round of the SF TE Premium startup mock, I selected Jordan Addison. He’ll be 23 next year, and he is the perfect longterm investment to be my second best wide receiver. The main thing I would like to see from Addison is more consistency. He had a handful of single digit fantasy games this season. I believe Addison can eliminate those while dominating single coverage (benefits of sharing a field with Justin Jefferson) regardless of the Vikings’ quarterback in 2025. Jordan Addison will slot into my WR2 spot for the foreseeable future.

5.05 | Jaylen Waddle | WR | Miami Dolphins | Age 26

Taylor: I would have taken a QB with this selection if Jared Goff or Michael Penix Jr. had fallen. I wasn’t willing to take on the risk of Anthony Richardson when there was potentially another WR1 on the board. Jaylen Waddle has been a high-end producer with the ball in his hands. If Tyreek Hill really leaves town, Waddle will be able to assume the WR1 role in the Dolphins’ offense and could secure my WR2 spot once I trade away Tee Higgins—potentially for a grizzled QB + draft capital. Keith Ensminger is loading up at QB it seems, so there will be trade partners after the mock is over.

5.06 | Zay Flowers | WR | Baltimore Ravens | Age 24

Mike: While Jaylen Waddle was my target here at pick 5.06, Zay Flowers is a solid consolation prize. Having crossed the 1,000-yard mark for the first time in his career, Flowers was the top target for Lamar Jackson this past season. Flowers only found the end zone four times in 2024, which isn’t great, but nine games of seven-plus targets, including four games of double-digit targets, paints an optimistic picture for the 24-year-old wideout.

5.07 | James Cook | RB | Buffalo Bills | Age 25

Mychal: While waiting for Mike Johrendt to make his selection, Zay Flowers was in my queue, awaiting to be drafted. Unfortunately, I was sniped, but when life gives you lemons, you make lemonade. Now, I would try to trade out of this pick for future assets, but that was not available for this mock. I did not like the wide receivers available in this range, so I pivoted to James Cook. I don’t think a high-end RB8 was a bad consolation prize.

5.08 | D.J. Moore | WR | Chicago Bears | Age 27

Brad: The Bears 2024 season was a master class in disaster. The offensive coordinator was fired mid-season followed by the head coach. He had a rookie quarterback and tough competition for targets from Keenan Allen and Rome Odunze. Despite that, he finished as a top 12 wide receiver 4 times. Yes, that isn’t an ideal outcome for a guy you’ll be starting every week but his situation is likely leagues better in 2025 and beyond. I’ll trust a known talent in a situation that’s expected to improve.

5.09 | Dak Prescott | QB | Dallas Cowboys | Age 31

Garret: In round 5, the QBs were all but gone by the time I made my selection. That said, with Dak Prescott and Tua Tagovailoa still there, I felt more than comfortable with one of those players as my QB2. In the end, Dak feels a tad safer, so I went that route. With the new contract and his upside–top-5 QB in ppg 3 separate times–I know that I have a QB2 that could produce like a QB1.

5.10 | Kenneth Walker | RB | Seattle Seahawks | Age 24

Tristan: As previously mentioned, after taking A.J. Brown with my last selection, I decided to try to build an immediate contender. So, my selection here of Kenneth Walker aimed to build a nice stable of young, productive running backs that can help me now and for years to come. I also maintained my strategy of taking players poised to bounce back. Kenneth Walker struggled with injuries throughout the year, only playing in 11 games. His finish of RB27 was the worst of his career so far. However, Walker posted a career-best 16.47 FPPG. Despite the Seahawks shifting away from the Pete Carroll heavy-run scheme, Walker performed well.

5.11 | T.J. Hockenson | TE | Minnesota Vikings | Age 27

Rich: I really need to secure my second quarterback, but here’s a spot where I know I can grab a quarterback of the same tier with my next pick, so I lept at the chance to draft T.J. Hockenson, who was my dynasty TE1 just 18 months ago. Coming back from an injury is never easy, but Hockenson still looked solid upon his mid-season return. With over a year to heal and entering the prime of his career in Kevin O’Connell’s offense, I feel like the Rich just got richer with this pick. I truly couldn’t ask for a better start in this draft, and getting a tight end who I believe can be a top-4 guy at the position for the next 3 to 5 years has me feeling like a kid waking up on Christmas morning!

5.12 | Anthony Richardson | QB | Indianapolis Colts | 22

Dwight: I started to panic on QBs and took Anthony Richardson to end the fifth round. The talent is immense but the maddening inconsistency makes him difficult to invest in for fantasy. Richardson is a dynamic player and could excel in the right offense. There were flashes of growth in 2024 and he has weapons surrounding him. Richardson has the highest upside of any QB left on the board. And the highest potential to be a bust.

Round 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | Board | Review

ROUND SIX | SuperFlex Startup Mock Draft

6.01 Chris Olave | WR | New Orleans Saints | 24

Dwight: Drafting for value in this spot, I grabbed Chris Olave as my WR3 after his down 2024 season. After an impressive first and second season, Olave was primed for a big 2024. Instead, he tallied 33 receptions for 400 yards as he only played 8 games and thev Saints were plagued by QB futility. Olave will be playing for a contract extension, and hopefully the Saints find more consistency at QB.

6.02 | Tua Tagovailoa | QB | Miami Dolphins | Age 26

Rich: I needed to grab my second quarterback, and I went with a guy I’m comfortable with in Tua Tagovailoa, who has a QB1 finish and multiple high-end QB2 finishes. Picking up a 26-year-old quarterback in such a great system this late in the draft is due to the obvious concerns. He’s one bad hit away from a potential career-ending concussion. However, all players come with risks, and while Tagovailoa is more of a risk, the NFL does its utmost to protect quarterbacks–and I hope Tagovailoa does the same for himself. I’m very happy with the value here; it was definitely worth the wait for my QB2.

6.03 | Dalton Kincaid | TE | Buffalo Bills | Age 25

Tristan: After seeing how the draft played out, this pick is probably the one selection I’d like to have back. It’s not to say that I’m not happy with having Dalton Kincaid as my top TE. However, I think taking a second WR would have been a wiser option. My rationale for Kincaid was simple. He came into the year with sky-high expectations, but fell short. His age and the offense he’s in are conducive to future fantasy success. The reason that I’d consider redoing this pick if given the opportunity is because finding solid TE production late in a Superflex startup is easier than finding WR2 production. I still believe that Kincaid at this spot is good value, but if I could do it over, I’d have gone Jayden Reed or George Pickens here.

6.04 | Jayden Reed | WR | Green Bay Packers | Age 24

Garret: We are now out of the range of the elite-type players and into a range where I am more concerned with upside. Jayden Reed feels like a player with immense upside in this range. He showed that he could have crazy ceiling games, but his inconsistency led to some frustrating weeks. With Christian Watson likely to miss all of 2025, that could help stabilize some of those 2- and 3-touch games.

6.05 | Bryce Young | QB | Carolina Panthers | Age 23

Brad: Bryce Young started 2024 playing so poorly he was benched, eventually got the starting position back and looked solid, but after their bye week he took off. In the last 7 games of the year, he finished as a top 12 QB 3 times, and never outside the top 20. It seems as though Dave Canales, QB Whisperer has done it once more and I will gladly reap the rewards. I can only hope that Carolina reinforced their wide receiving corps this offseason.

6.06 | George Kittle | TE | San Francisco 49ers | Age 31

Mychal: Going into this pick, I knew I had to address the tight end position. I would have preferred to have T.J. Hockenson, but George Kittle was in the same tier for me. While I am concerned about Kittle’s age, it did not appear to be a factor this year, as he finished with his second-best fantasy season. If it were not for Brock Bowers historical season, Kittle would have finished as the overall TE1. With the uncertainty of Deebo Samuel and his future with the San Francisco 49ers, I expect Kittle to be a big part of the San Francisco offense moving forward.

6.07 | Sam Darnold | QB | Minnesota Vikings | Age 27

Mike: My QB2 target was Bryce Young here in the sixth round, but he went two picks prior, hence the pivot to Sam Darnold. While some may consider Darnold’s season to be a flash in the pan, he is a worthwhile bet at the QB position at this point in the draft. There is a clear drop-off after Darnold, with the likes of J.J. McCarthy and Russell Wilson the next two QB’s off the board. If anything, Darnold fills the QB2 spot on this roster, while keeping an eye towards the incoming class of rookie QBs.

6.08 | George Pickens | WR | Pittsburgh Steelers | Age 23

Taylor: Sniped by Mike Johrendt! I missed out on Sam Darnold by one spot. He would have been a solid QB1 for me—assuming he has a starting role in 2025. Instead of forcing J.J. McCarthy or an aging veteran QB at this pick, I chose to continue banking my dynasty value into rising WR talent. Regardless of my depth at the position, I feel confident that George Pickens will hold his dynasty value through the off season and can get me the starting RB or QB that I need once the season starts. If not, he’s an above-average flex with WR1 spike week potential.

6.09 | Xavier Worthy | WR | Kansas City Chiefs | Age 21

Bobby: Surprise, surprise… I drafted another young wide receiver. Xavier Worthy played his entire rookie season as a 21 year old. He was boom or bust, with 7 games under 10 PPR points and 6 games above 16 PPR points. As Worthy develops his chemistry with Patrick Mahomes, the sky is the limit. Mahomes has been less risky and thrown less deep balls in 2024, as teams have played more and more two high safeties against him. As the Chiefs run the ball and dink and dunk, opposing defenses will readjust, and Xavier Worthy will get more deep ball opportunities in the coming years.

6.10 | Jameson Williams | WR | Detroit Lions | Age 23

Peter: Jameson Williams‘ first two seasons were marred by injuries and suspension, but he finally broke out and showed the talent that made him a top 12 pick in the 2022 NFL Draft. Williams is a downfield threat and had 1,001 yards receiving on only 58 receptions for a ridiculous 17.26 yards per catch. Williams is part of a juggernaut Detroit offense that put up 33.2 PPG leading the NFL this past season. As my WR3 he is always one long touchdown away from winning your weekly matchup with a 20+ point outing.

6.11 | J.J. McCarthy | QB | Minnesota Vikings | Age 21

Keith: In many ways, this was both my favorite but also the riskiest pick of my draft. While he has had a great season, do I believe the Vikings will win the Super Bowl with Sam Darnold at quarterback? No, and if that’s the case, there will be a rising chorus following that inevitable loss calling for the team to play their highly-touted former first round quarterback J.J. McCarthy. If McCarthy is the Vikings starter in 2025, drafting him at the end of round six will be the steal of this entire draft. As for my team construction by drafting a fourth quarterback? We are theoretically drafting this team in January. We do not have to field a lineup for another nine months. I will always draft for value and trade for need later in the offseason, and in my opinion, there was no better value in this draft than J.J. McCarthy.

6.12 | | D.K. Metcalf | WR | Seattle Seahawks | Age 27

Doc: At the end of the 6th round I wanted to return to my WR position. Garrett Wilson gave me a fine WR1 to build around. D.K. Metcalf gives me that high-ceiling compliment to Wilson. Metcalf is an established physical freak who should be a nice long-term (3-plus-year) asset and an immediate impact starter for my squad. The Seahawks have a nice core group of offensive players making Metcalf a safe and explosive asset to add to my WR room.

Round 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | Board | Review

ROUND SEVEN | SuperFlex Startup Mock Draft

7.01 | | Jerry Jeudy | WR | Cleveland Browns | Age 25

Doc: After grabbing Metcalf at the end of the 5th I wanted to finish off my starting WR group by taking another long-term asset. With that in mind I selected 2024 breakout Jerry Jeudy. The former Alabama playmaker had a rough go of things at times in Denver. Following a mid-season trade, Jeudy blossomed into the WR1 for the Cleveland Browns. At just 25 years old he has many prime seasons left in the tank and I was tickled to grab him here at the beginning of the 7th.

7.02 | David Montgomery | RB | Detroit Lions | Age 27

Keith: If my previous pick of J.J. McCarthy was my riskiest pick, then David Montgomery was my most boring. I took Montgomery to stabilize the running back position on my roster which will allow me to take some chances on running back later. He may never win me any weeks, but if I get lucky and pair him with the 2025 equivalents of Bucky Irving or Tyrone Tracy, I will be okay. Going “zero running back” is a risky strategy, but that is the chance I have to take when four of my first six picks were quarterbacks.

7.03 | Brandon Aiyuk | WR | San Franciso 49ers | Age 26

Peter: Brandon Aiyuk had a forgettable 2024 season full of drama and then had his season cut short by injury. Aiyuk was a player I was targeting heading into the 2023 season, and he fulfilled all my hopes putting up over 1,300 yards and having his best season to date as a pro. The off-season contract negotiations/holdout had to play a part in his slow start to the season which just never got on right track. Aiyuk only had one game over 48 yards receiving in the 7 games he played in 2024. I think people forget the talent that Aiyuk possesses and after signing a massive 4-year $120 million contract (and Deebo Samuel likely out of town) I think you can get a discount on Aiyuk heading into this season.

7.04 | Chase Brown | RB | Cincinnati Bengals | Age 24

Bobby: I was waiting for a value before I drafted a running back, and I felt like I got one here in Chase Brown. Despite not beginning the season as the starter, Brown still finished as an RB1 in all formats. I really like what Brown’s skillset brings to the Bengals. He’s an elusive back who makes people miss consistently. He finished the season with 46 missed tackles forced, which was tied for 12th in the league. I feel good about Chase Brown being the lead back in Cincinnati for at least the next 2-3 years.

7.05 | Tyreek Hill | WR | Miami Dolphins | Age 30

Taylor: I love to draft players with elite potential when they’re at their lowest. Tyreek Hill underperformed—understandably—in 2024 after Tua Tagovailoa missed time and the offense sputtered as a whole. If he leaves Miami, it’ll be for someplace that ingratiates him and promises lots of receiving targets. I intend to start Hill as my true WR2 alongside Nico Collins for the 2025 season. With this pairing, I can move any of my other WRs for quality starters at RB2 or QB. I set my sights on drafting Geno Smith and Russell Wilson at QB after making this selection.

7.06 | Derrick Henry | RB | Baltimore Ravens | Age 31

Mike: After hitting on young wideouts early, my plan was to attack the running back position by grabbing older options, and Derrick Henry fell right into my lap. Receivers are more of roster building blocks than running backs are to me, so capitalizing on this value makes sense for my roster build. Henry has a lot of miles on his tires but is locked into his deal with the Baltimore Ravens for another year. A 1,900-yard season for Henry was the second-highest of his career, as King Henry is comfortably in my RB1 spot.

7.07 | Terry McLaurin | WR | Washington Commanders | Age 29

Mychal: Finally, I addressed the wide receiver position with my selection of Terry McLaurin. McLaurin and Jayden Daniels have formed a great connection, which has led to McLaurin having the best fantasy season of his career. I fully anticipate Washington adding some offensive weapons in the off-season, but I still expect McLaurin to produce. My other option was Tyreek Hill, but he was selected two picks early by Taylor, who appears to be taking his talents to South Beach with his third Miami Dolphin selection.

7.08 | Alvin Kamara | RB | New Orleans Saints | Age 29

Brad: I’ve been hearing folks say “Alvin Kamara is going to drop off” since Drew Brees retired. Four seasons later, he finishes as RB9 after playing just 14 games. He’s 29 but his style of production lends itself well to longevity. He gets a solid amount of carries but his bread and butter is his receiving work. His spike weeks make up for his missed time each season, and the games he’s out are an easy sit, it’s not as if he’s dropping dud weeks when he does play.

7.09 | Michael Pittman Jr. | WR | Indianapolis Colts | Age 27

Garret: Michael Pittman’s stock has taken a huge hit; however, we are only 1 season removed from him bordering on WR1 range. The risk is worth the potential reward at this time. The hope is that Indy moves on from Anthony Richardson and could find themselves with an accurate bridge QB till they find their guy of the future. If that happens, this goes from a potential reach to a value overnight.

7.10 | Chris Godwin | WR | Tampa Bay Buccaneers | Age 28

Tristan: I really wanted this pick to be Michael Pittman Jr. but unfortunately Garret took him one spot ahead of me. If draft pick trading were allowed, I likely would have tried to maneuver my way up a few spots to take Pittman. Instead, I ended up taking Chris Godwin here. I am still quite happy with this spot. Considering Godwin’s staggering 19.69 FPPG average before his injury, this felt like incredible value. The main question I have with Godwin is where he’ll be playing football in 2025. I’m sure that question and his injury played a role in him falling to the end of the 7th Round, but I am happy to add him to my team. If he ends up back in Tampa Bay, this will be a massive steal, if he goes elsewhere, it’ll likely be to an opportunity for similar production.

7.11 | Ricky Pearsall | WR | San Francisco 49ers | Age 24

Rich: Betting on Ricky Pearsall as my WR3 feels like a solid move; he’s got first-round pedigree in an innovative offense known for producing fantasy points. The big questions are whether Deebo Samuel returns, if Brandon Aiyuk stays healthy in 2025, and how involved Jauan Jennings will be after his breakout year. All these factors heavily influence Pearsall’s value to my team, but he showed promise in the snaps he did get. Despite the crowded San Francisco offense, the 49ers’ decision to draft him in the 1st Round speaks volumes. His great college tape and solid rookie performances have me all in, even if I might need to be patient for the return on investment. I’ll take the upside in round 7 over an aging vet or just another guy (JAG) any day of the week.

7.12 | Isiah Pacheco | RB | Kansas City Chiefs | 25

Dwight: When drafting dynasty teams, I typically don’t emphasize RBs early, instead opting for taking shots later. Isiah Pacheco is the lead back on a strong offense, but his 2024 was lackluster. After a strong 2023 in which he averaged 15.3 fantasy points a game, Pacheco has been plagued by injury. He hasn’t eclipsed 10 fantasy points since Week 2. This pick was a shot at hoping he returns to 2023 form, as his spot on the offense feels secure.

Round 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | Board | Review

ROUND EIGHT | SuperFlex Startup Mock Draft

8.01 | Kyle Pitts | TE | Atlanta Falcons | 24

Dwight: It’s hard to believe that after four full seasons, Kyle Pitts will turn 25 in the 2025 season. And still hasn’t fully realized the lofty hopes we had for him coming into the league. Pitts had 10+ points in six games last season, and finished TE21 in points per game. Why did I take him as the TE8 in this draft? There’s still that tantalizing upside and I can’t quit. Here’s hoping for a much better target share with Michael Penix Jr. at the helm.

8.02 | David Njokju | TE | Cleveland Browns | Age 28

Rich: Drafting David Njoku in the 8th round of a tight end premium league is a no-brainer. Here’s an extremely athletic tight end who was TE1 overall just a year ago before the season’s second half, on a team with limited offensive weapons, and he’s entering his prime. As someone who likes to hoard tight ends, I always aim to secure another high-upside player behind my TE1. Whether it’s for my flex spot, insurance against injury, or as a key trade piece, there’s just too much value in this format to not have a strong second tight end. If Njoku in 2025 can replicate his performance from the second half of 2023, then I’ve got myself a fantastic bargain–one that will significantly enhance my team–either in my lineup or on the trade market.

8.03 | Josh Downs | WR | Indianapolis Colts | Age 23

Tristan: This pick was an attempt to add some youth to my WR position whilst maintaining production in the short-term with the potential for growth. Much like the Indianapolis Colts, Josh Downs was all over the place this season. He missed time with injury and endured the QB rollercoaster that was Anthony Richardson and Joe Flacco. Downs ended the year just inside the top-36 WRs (WR35) while missing 3 games. He averaged 13.11 FPPG in what was an anemic offense for most of the year. The future of the Indianapolis offense is a major question but a player like Downs can fit a role for anyone, so this felt like a safe pick.

8.04 | Russell Wilson | QB | Pittsburgh Steelers | Age 36

Garret: With the selection of Drake Maye in the 2nd round, I have set myself up for a certain level of risk. Russell Wilson is the insurance policy. Wilson might not be the flashy guy that he once was, but he is a very solid QB2 that comes at QB3 prices. In PPG last season, Russell Wilson finished as QB17 (min. 8 games played).

8.05 | Joe Mixon | RB | Houston Texans | Age 28

Brad: The advantage of being a veteran dynasty player is knowing your own strengths, and mid to late-round rookie running backs are mine. That’s why I don’t mind taking short-term production RBs in startups like Joe Mixon. Despite missing 3 weeks in 2024 he finished top-6 at the position 7 times. Mixon is expected back with the Texans in 2025 and I expect his production to remain solid through that time, which should give me two drafts worth of rookies to find a replacement.

8.06 | Mike Evans | WR | Tampa Bay Buccaneers | Age 31

Mychal: In the 8th round, I went wide receiver again and drafted Mike Evans. Even at 31 years old, Mike Evans continues to produce 1,000-yard receiving seasons. I am also able to pair him with Baker Mayfield. At this point, I am very pleased with my roster, as I have built a nice combination of youth and proven assets. My other consideration at this point was Khalil Shakir.

8.07 | Rhamondre Stevenson | RB | New England Patriots | Age 26

Mike: It was an up-and-down year for Rhamondre Stevenson, who rushed for 801 yards but fumbled a career-high seven times. Having signed a long-term extension in the offseason, Stevenson looks to be in the plans for the New England Patriots until 2028, providing my RB roster with some longevity. Tied to Drake Maye for the long term, Stevenson is entrenched as the team’s RB1, even as NE undergoes yet another coaching change. Needing to cut down on the fumbles, Stevenson is a RB2/3 option for any roster.

8.08 | Tyrone Tracy Jr. | RB | New York Giants | Age 25

Taylor: Sniped again! This time by Garret Price with his selection of Russell Wilson. Instead of panicking to select Geno Smith, I took the risk that the managers after me wouldn’t be interested in another QB, and I’d be able to scoop Smith on the way back. I decided to use this selection to solidify my starting lineup with an RB2 on the rise. Tyrone Tracy Jr. looked every bit of the NFL sleeper RB that I expected. If he can clean up the fumbles, Tracy should produce as a steady fantasy starter for multiple seasons.

8.09 | Keon Coleman | WR | Buffalo Bills | Age 21

Bobby: I was one pick away from filling my RB2 slot, but Taylor sniped me. I decided to take a shot on an upside player who could have longterm dynasty value. The Buffalo Bills selected Keon Coleman right outside the first round in the 2024 NFL Draft. While his rookie wasn’t perfect, I saw flashes. As a big bodied receiver, Coleman will always be an end zone threat. He snagged four touchdown this season, and he may have gotten more if not for a wrist injury. Keon Coleman needs to continue to fine tune his route running and chemistry with Josh Allen, but I’m excited to add him to my uber-young core of wide receivers.

8.10 | Khalil Shakir | WR | Buffalo Bills | Age 24

Peter: All the talk heading into the season was that Josh Allen didn’t have a great group of weapons after losing Stefon Diggs. Many expected star tight end Dalton Kincaid to take his game to the next level but by far the most consistent Bills receiving option for Mr. Allen was Khalil Shakir. Shakir led the team in targets, receptions, yards, first downs receiving and tied for 2nd in touchdowns. I think he is Josh Allen’s go-to target, and I even put my money where my mouth is selecting Shakir in my current startup draft at the 9.02 spot.

8.11 | Trey Benson | RB | Arizona Cardinals | Age 22

Keith: Speaking of taking chances at running back, yes, I know James Conner is still in Arizona. Yes, I know they signed him to an extension. However, I really liked what I saw of Trey Benson coming out of college, and the Cardinals agreed when they drafted him in the third round of the 2024 NFL Draft. Still only 21 years old heading into this offseason, I think Benson will get an increasing share of the Arizona backfield in 2025 and would be an immediate starter for me should James Conner get injured.

8.12 | Tucker Kraft | TE | Green Bay Packers | Age 24

Doc: Looking at my squad here at the back of the 8th I had one last starting spot to fill. Normally I wouldn’t recommend drafting for need over talent but there was one young TE on the board who fit the bill for me. Tucker Kraft had a really nice sophomore breakout in 2024. He managed to put up 707 yards and 7 TDs on 50 catches. With the likely loss of Christian Watson in 2025 I look for Kraft to continue his upward trajectory and firmly establish himself as a TE1.

Round 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | Board | Review

ROUND NINE | SuperFlex Startup Mock Draft

9.01 | James Conner | RB | Arizona Cardinals | Age 29

Doc: Here in the 9th I decided to commit to a win-now strategy. I have built a pretty strong starting lineup in my opinion. James Conner makes for an excellent flex play. He is older but comming off his best season as a pro. The Cardinals just gave him an extension so he has a relatively safe role moving forward. Trey Benson will likely eat into his playing time at some point moving forward but Conner is an excellent 3-down RB who is a perfect asset for a win now squad.

9.02 | Jalen McMillan | WR | Tampa Bay Buccaneers | Age 23

Keith: If I did not take Jalen McMillan here, I knew one of my Dynasty Nerds colleagues would snatch him up in short order before he fell to me later. Following the Buccaneers’ bye in week 11, McMillan was the WR23 by average, but it was in the fantasy playoffs where he really burst onto the scene, finishing as WR13 from weeks 14 through 17. His breakout likely allows Tampa Bay to move on from Chris Godwin this offseason, and with Mike Evans another year older, it is entirely possible that I drafted the future WR1 in Tampa Bay here in the ninth round. Do not forget about McMillan in your upcoming startup drafts!

9.03 | Brian Robinson | RB | Washington Commanders | Age 25

Peter: My choice of Brian Robinson finally broke the streak of 4 straight wide receiver selections. Robinson is never going to fool you as a dual threat receiving option out of the backfield but being the lead back in a good offense always lends itself for touchdown opportunities of which Robinson had a solid 8 on the year. We all know about Jayden Daniels rushing ability which should actually help Robinson out in read option schemes. He was selected as the RB24 in this draft, and I think that’s right about where Robinson should be ranked as a low end RB2 prior to the deep running back class that is coming in the NFL Draft.

9.04 | Zach Charbonnet | RB | Seattle Seahawks | Age 24

Bobby: I honestly don’t mind Zach Charbonnet in my RB2 slot, despite waiting late on running back. Obviously his situation in Seattle is not ideal, but always chase talent over situation in dynasty. Charbonnet still finished as the 25th fantasy running back, despite only logging over 60% snapcount in 5 games. In those starts, Charbonnet averaged 21.22 PPR points per game. He’s one of the most valuable handcuffs in fantasy, and he is a must start player whenever he is the starter. I think Zach Charbonnet still has a top-12 fantasy RB season in his future.

9.05 | Geno Smith | QB | Seattle Seahawks | Age 34

Taylor: Success! It’s not sexy, but grabbing Geno Smith as my QB1 with the rest of this roster feels criminal. I believe Smith will be the unquestioned starter for the Seahawks in 2025 and will anchor my QB position until I can trade away a young WR for a true QB1. Although Smith’s fantasy numbers weren’t great, he found a connection with Jaxon Smith-Njigba that will only grow in fantasy goodness. Look for Seattle to add another pass catcher in the offseason, potentially a rookie TE with soft hands.

9.06 | Tony Pollard | RB | Tennessee Titans | Age 27

Mike: My third-consecutive pick at running back goes to Tony Pollard, who is another veteran back locked into a long-term deal. Signed for another two years with the Tennessee Titans, Pollard was the clear leader in the backfield, even with Tyjae Spears available. The former Cowboys back set career marks in carries (260) and rushing yards (1,079), finishing as the RB21 on the year. With a rookie QB likely incoming for the Titans, Pollard could see an increased workload next season.

9.07 | Evan Engram | TE | Jacksonville Jaguars | Age 30

Mychal: With this being tight-end premium scoring, I saw the opportunity to select Evan Engram. I have some concerns about Engram’s role in the Jaguars’ future as they transition into a new coaching regime. However, I now feel I have a solid roster that would make the playoffs. Given my roster construction, I can now transition to some higher-upside picks in the later rounds.

9.08 | Travis Kelce | TE | Kansas City Chiefs | Age 35

Brad: The Chiefs have had a down year despite what their win record says, and Travis Kelce’s numbers reflect that. Despite that fact, he’s still sitting at TE5 on the season. At 35 who knows how many seasons he has left in him but with Rashee Rice’s trial set for June of this year, we could see one more year of premium targets for Kelce which makes him worthwhile in the 9th round.

9.09 | Najee Harris | RB | Pittsburgh Steelers | Age 26

Garret: I finally nabbed my RB2. I wasn’t going to rush the value, and it felt like we finally got to a point where RB wasn’t way overvalued. Najee Harris isn’t the most exciting option, but with the opportunity he has in free agency, there’s a decent chance he finds himself in an equal or better situation.

9.10 | Travis Etienne | RB | Jacksonville Jaguars | Age 25

Tristan: There may not be another pick that screams “buy low” more than Travis Etienne. After a monster year in 2023 where he finished as RB3 overall, Etienne barely squeaked out an RB3 finish, ending at RB35 overall. The emergence of Tank Bigsby and the offensive struggles of Jacksonville really hurt Etienne’s value. I believe that we’ll see a solid bounce back in 2025 to somewhere in the RB2 range.

9.11 | Jaylen Wright | RB | Miami Dolphins | Age 21

Rich: Jaylen Wright is a running back from Tennessee who I really liked on tape. With Raheem Mostert closer to retirement than returning to Miami, I see the gamble on Wright (a running back for whom the Dolphins traded a 2025 third-round pick) as a smart move to share the backfield with the electric De’Von Achane. Wright has the potential to deliver RB2 numbers for my team with the touches he’s likely to get in 2025. His rookie year tape wasn’t great, but he was banged up for most of the season. In the 9th round, he’s exactly the kind of boom-or-bust running back I like to take a chance on.

9.12 | Tyjae Spears | RB | Tennessee Titans | 23

Dwight: Taking another shot at RB, Tyjae Spears finished 2024 strong and could be poised for a bigger role going forward. He’s a young, explosive back and is much more dangerous as a pass catcher than runner. The Titans are in rebuild mode and should involve Spears more. He’s sharing the backfield with Tony Pollard, but I’m not sold on Pollard being “the man” fully. Again, this is risky, as the new management could go a totally opposite direction.

Round 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | Board | Review

ROUND TEN | SuperFlex Startup Mock Draft

10.01 | Courtland Sutton | WR | Denver Broncos | 29

Dwight: In his seventh season, Courtland Sutton had his best season with Bo Nix throwing him the ball. He had over 1,000 yards, scored 8 TDs, and finished as the WR27 in points per game. Sutton may never replicate that success in his up-and-down career, but he’s a great option for your WR3/4 on your fantasy rosters.

10.02 | Xavier Legette | WR | Carolina Panthers | Age 23

Rich: I love snagging 1 Round picks like Xavier Leggette late in startups, especially when they didn’t produce much in their rookie year. Too many people are fixated on instant success, but more often than not, a little patience can lead to significant rewards. My podcast co- host and wide receiver savant, Matt O’Hara, has always loved Leggette’s college tape, comparing him to A.J. Brown. The knowledge of him playing through a wrist injury all season, which might require surgery, combined with Bryce Young‘s breakout in the second half of the year, makes me really appreciate the value here. Give me two 1st Round sophomore receivers to gamble on for my young roster; if one lives up to their draft pedigree, then my WR3 slot will be set for the long term.

10.03 | Jake Ferguson | TE | Dallas Cowboys | Age 25

Tristan: As I said with my 20/20 hindsight analysis of the Dalton Kincaid pick, I could have waited on TE until this pick and been quite happy to end up with Jake Ferguson (and Isaiah Likely in Round 11) as my TEs. We’re not quite sure what the Dallas offense is going to look like in 2025 but I think it’s safe to say that Jake Ferguson is part of those plans. If Kincaid doesn’t pan out, I’d be happy to have Ferguson as reliable starter for my team in this Superflex startup mock draft.

10.04 | D’Andre Swift | RB | Chicago Bears | Age 26

Garret: Let’s be honest, the Chicago Bears offense was a roller coaster last season. Not like the “woah that was so fun, let’s ride it again” type either. That being said, with a more steady offensive scheme, D’Andre Swift showed that he still has plenty left in the tank. He was just missing reliability. If he gains that, he could be an RB2. Even if not, he is more than good enough to be an RB3.

10.05 | Matthew Stafford | QB | Los Angeles Rams | Age 36

Brad: I won’t lie, I have a soft spot for Matthew Stafford, and seeing as how he’s the last starting QB on the board I will gladly snatch him up as my QB3. While he isn’t leading as many fourth-quarter comeback drives as he did back in his Detroit days, he’s still managing to stay fantasy-relevant in LA. He finished top-12 at the position 5 times in 2024 and while I likely won’t be starting him over my top 2 guys, he’ll still give better upside as a bye-week replacement than anyone else still available.

10.06 | Cooper Kupp | WR | Los Angeles Rams | Age 31

Mychal: I finished solidifying my starting lineup with the selection of Cooper Kupp. I went into this pick expecting to draft Xavier Legette but he was taken by Rich a few spots earlier. I believe Kupp is a great backup plan. I finished out my starting wide receiver core with Mike Evans, Terry McLaurin, and Cooper Kupp. While they may not be the youngest group, they will definitely perform right away for me.

10.07 | Calvin Ridley | WR | Tennessee Titans | Age 30

Mike: My 10th-round selection was Calvin Ridley, who faces an unknown at QB but is the clear-cut WR1 in Tennessee. In his first year with the Titans, Ridley went for 1,017 yards and four touchdowns, with eight games of at least seven targets. The WR depth chart behind Ridley is pretty light, so unless the Titans emphasize this position in the offseason, Ridley is in line for another solid workload.

10.08 | Cedric Tillman | WR | Cleveland Browns | Age 24

Taylor: This could have been Justin Fields or Jonathan Brooks, but I couldn’t pass on the budding talent of Cedric Tillman. I don’t need Tillman to do well this season for me to contend. However, if he pairs up with a new QB in Cleveland, Tillman has the potential to be a true fantasy starter. If not—no harm, no foul here in the 10th. I’d rather swing on a player that could be worth a future 1st than look for a player to fill in my starting lineup. If you’re looking for the next Nico Collins—who I already drafted—look no further than Cedric Tillman.

10.09 | Justin Fields | QB | Pittsburgh Steelers | Age 25

Bobby: Justin Fields offers extreme upside heading into next season. Fields is a free agent, and so many teams have need a starting quarterback. Due to the lack of supply and vast demand, I think Fields gets another opportunity as a starter in 2025. Anytime Justin Fields has started, his rushing has led him to be an elite fantasy quarterback. Over the past few years, several quarterbacks have revitalized their careers (Baker Mayfield, Sam Darnold). I genuinely believe Justin Fields is the next one to showcase his skills and earn a second contract for whichever team gives him a chance.

10.10 | Pat Freiermuth | TE | Pittsburgh Steelers | Age 26

Peter: I waited until the 10th round to round out my starting lineup and filled that hole at tight end with The Muth! Pat Freiermuth is a solid if not underwhelming TE option who is coming off his best season of his young four-year career. The TE position is such a coin flip every year and unless you have one of the top elite options it is usually best to wait and fill in with someone like Freiermuth.

10.11 | JK Dobbins | RB | Los Angeles Chargers | Age 26

Keith: As we get into the latter part of the startup, while I am still seeking upside and value, I also begin to plug roster holes. With needs at both running back and wide receiver, I could have gone with either position at this pick, but I decided to draft J.K. Dobbins. Dobbins finished the season as RB17 by points per game in 2024, although he’s a free agent, I think Dobbins has the talent to succeed in any offense even if he does not re-sign in Los Angeles.

10.12 | Deebo Samuel | WR | San Francisco 49ers | Age 29

Doc: Bearing in mind the fact that I have chosen a win-now strategy at this point, I selected Deebo Samuel here in the 10th. Deebo is one of the most unique players in the NFL. He unquestionably had a down 2024 along with the rest of the San Francisco offense. However, I am betting on a renewed sense of purpose in light of his current uncertainty on the 49ers offense. A change of scenery may do him some good. Deebo should have a couple years left in him and could be a really nice flex play in this lineup.

Round 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | Board | Review

Full Draft Board | SuperFlex Startup Mock Draft

Roster Review | SuperFlex Startup Mock Draft

Matthew “Doc” Mitchell | 1.01 | Roster Review

I usually really hate drafting from the 1.01 position. However, this time I am actually happy. Josh Allen and Caleb Williams make a formidable 1-2 punch. With Chuba Hubbard, Josh Jacobs, and James Conner I have some really good RB plays. Topping this off with Garrett Wilson, D.K. Metcalf, Jerry Jeudy, Deebo Samuel, and Tucker Kraft at TE I can compete with anyone. I managed to score some nice depth and handcuff pieces in the back half of this draft. In particular Jakobi Myers, Jaylen Warren, Jonathan Brooks, and Aaron Rodgers could be really valuable parts of a Championship squad. With this build I would be hoping to focus on the QB and RB position allowing for a traditional best player available strategy. Overall I am quite pleased with the results of this draft from the 1.01.

Keith Ensminger | 1.02 | Roster Review

Much like in life, there is danger in too much of any one thing. By selecting four quarterbacks in the first six rounds, my roster is going to be weaker at other positions. While weakest at running back, I believe I have the beginning of a strong core of wide receivers led by Brian Thomas, Jr., and veterans like Davante Adams and Amari Cooper can balance my lineup needs while I wait on future rookie drafts. At tight end, Mark Andrews will be a weekly starter for several more years. If I can stay healthy and hit on one or two running backs, I should be a contender, especially with my weekly quarterback and Superflex advantage over my league mates.

Peter Monahan | 1.03 | Roster Review

In the later rounds of a startup draft I really want to draft as many backup quarterbacks and running backs as I can and 7 of my last 10 picks were these two positions. In our 20 round draft my roster construction was 6 QBs, 5 RBs, 7 WRs and 2 TEs. I feel like I have a really balanced team which is also incredibly young with everyone in my starting lineup being age 28 or younger. The core of my team really is my QB tandem of rushing quarterbacks Lamar Jackson and Kyler Murray to go along with a WR room of Marvin Harrison Jr., DeVonta Smith, Jameson Williams, Brandon Aiyuk and Khalil Shakir. If I can get some production from my super young backup running backs that are behind elite backs (Braelon Allen and Will Shipley) along with my anchor RB Bucky Irving, I think this team can be a contender year one as well as compete for years to come.

Bobby Bishop | 1.04 | Roster Review

I feel good about the foundation of this dynasty team. I love my quarterback room, tight end room, and wide receiver room for the foreseeable future. My running backs need work, but I can live with Chase Brown and Aaron Jones as my best two. If I start the season well, I can buy a veteran running back. All in all, my team is loaded with longterm assets. I’m not tanking, but this team is built with the future in mind. I believe I built a young, competitive team that has a chance to push for the playoffs. If you make the playoffs, anything can happen.

Taylor Christianson | 1.05 | Roster Review

This was a tough exercise for me, but it worked out really well. I trade up and down the draft board during startups, so it was unusual for me to take a player every time I was on the clock. I’m pleased with the results! Despite a QB room of Geno Smith, Derek Carr, and anyone who can throw 60+ yards, I feel like I can contend immediately with Achane, Tracy, Collins, Higgins, Hill, Waddle, Pickens, and Bowers. With enough WR capital to trade for a QB1 and RB2 when needed, I feel more than ready to take on the next 3 years with this roster. It’s all about getting an early championship when a new league begins and once I trade my roster into shape, this will be a true seasonal contender (with extra draft capital).

Mike Johrendt | 1.06 | Roster Review

My draft approach was to target value and not to force any position, especially at QB. It didn’t make sense to pass on any of my top three selections just to grab a QB, hence why I started out heavy at WR. Value-wise it made the most sense to fill in gaps at RB with later-round veterans, giving me the flexibility to go best player available in most situations. My roster needs to get a bit younger at RB, but there are enough pieces in place to compete right away.

Mychal Warno | 1.07 | Roster Review

I am extremely confident that I have built a win now team. Given that this is a Superflex, I am thrilled to roster two quarterbacks that I view as QB1 in my ranks. My running back room contains a young stud (Gibbs), a consistent option (Cook), and a possible home run option (CMC). I will concede that I have an older wide receiver room, but it is loaded with pass catchers that produce fantasy points. In the offseason, I would focus on using my draft picks to obtain some youth in my wide receiver corp.

Brad Custer | 1.08 | Roster Review

At a glance, this roster might look a little mixed up. Two stud wide receivers, two young unproven quarterbacks, with aging talent at running back and tight end. Don’t be fooled though, this is very much a win-now group. Bryce Young and Bo Nix are looking up right now, but until they prove themselves further I can only expect them to remain starters for 2-3 years. If they turn into long-term talent all the better, but if they succeed and I hit on some running backs in rookie drafts this team could turn into a repeat contender.

Garret Price | 1.09 | Roster Review

My overall draft strategy tends to be pretty generic, but seems to be the most effective overall. I go best available, almost to a fault. If I’m loaded at one position and thin elsewhere, so be it. I don’t want to be settling for lower-tier players just so my starting lineup looks good in January. That said, I was able to address the TE position late and still get this past season’s TE4 overall in Jonnu Smith and a good upside asset in Ben Sinnott. I’m also excited by some young upside receivers like DeMario Douglas and Malik Washington. I also added backup running backs that could have super high ceilings if the guy in front can’t go (Tyler Allgeier and Antonio Gibson). All in all, the team finished out fairly well rounded for a best available approach and I would be thrilled to take this team as my own.

Tristan Cook | 1.10 | Roster Review

I’m really happy with my first 10 picks. As noted, I tried to go after players with a depressed value from the start of the 2024 season who I think have a good chance at rebounding in 2025. In a Superlex startup draft I’d be thrilled to walk away with Patrick Mahomes and C.J. Stroud as my top two QBs. The big risk that I took was not taking a third quarterback. My view on that would be to trade for a veteran QB from one of the non-contending teams for bye weeks and depth. I feel like my team is very balanced. I don’t have any major holes but I also don’t have any positions of major strength. The one pick I’d do differently is taking a different player than Dalton Kincaid where I took him. Having said that, if Kincaid bounces-back the way I hope, he’ll either be a major asset or a great trade piece to fill depth elsewhere.

Rich Dotson | 1.11 | Roster Review

Outside of wanting to swap Justin Herbert for Jordan Love, I’m really pleased with how my team came together from the 1.11 slot. I focused the rest of my draft on young backup running backs and starting tight ends, giving my team a youthful core that’s already shown promise with limited NFL experience. I’m confident that by mid-2025, my team will be in contention for a title, and if that’s the case, I’ll use my draft capital to strengthen any weak spots for a championship push. There’s no better feeling than thinking your team can compete now while also being built for the future, which is always my goal in startups–though it doesn’t always materialize. This draft, however, felt like it played right into my strategy: letting the flow dictate my picks, while hunting for value, knowing I’d figure out my starting lineup later. In this case, I couldn’t be happier with the outcome—championship, here I come!

Dwight Peebles | 1.12 | Roster Review

My first 10 picks established a strong core of receivers to start with, which I believe is critical for fantasy success. Two strong young quarterback options is nice, but with Anthony Richardson’s volatility, prioritizing a better option at QB3 should have been a route I took. The running back position is not as critical for me, and I continued to take calculated risks as the draft moved forward. Taking one or two in a strong upcoming rookie class would have been my next move. Overall, I am happy with my young team and believe having St. Brown, Odunze, and Olave as my starting three at WR will anchor my team for many seasons.

Round 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | Board | Review

New 2025 Rookie Content!

The next round of Rookie Big Boards are out now. College Director Tristan Cook brings you his Top 50 NFL prospects and draft sleepers in his Big Board 2.0 with more soon to follow: