The NFL offseason is upon us. While others (myself included) debate on 2025 fantasy football rankings, 2025 NFL free agency and NFL team needs through the draft and veteran markets, let’s take a look ahead to the 2025 NFL draft and what it has to offer in terms of dynasty fantasy football talent.
Throughout the draft season, I’ll be delivering prospect overviews at every fantasy position to keep tabs on the top dynasty prospects. For those looking to dig deeper, check out the highly-coveted FantasyPros Dynasty Draft Kit and the official 2025 NFL Draft Guide.
Be sure to check out all the individual 2025 NFL Draft prospect profiles for all positions written by FantasyPros’ draft analyst Matthew Jones.
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Top Dynasty 2025 Rookie Quarterbacks
Let’s dig into the top four incoming rookie signal callers for dynasty fantasy football leagues in 2025 to get familiar with the top names we will be overly obsessing about over the next three months.
Shedeur Sanders (QB – Colorado)
Age at Draft: 23 | Height/Weight: 6’2”, 215 pounds
Career Completion Percentage: 69.6% | Career Passing Yards: 14,337
NFL Comparison: Baker Mayfield
Freshman Year (2021) – True Freshman Starter at Jackson State
- Four-star recruit who committed to play for his father, Deion Sanders, at Jackson State.
- Started immediately as a true freshman at 19 years old, showcasing poise beyond his years.
- Passed for 3,232 yards, 30 touchdowns, and eight interceptions, completing 65.2% of his throws.
- Flashed mobility, rushing for 282 yards and 3 TDs, but also struggled with 12 fumbles.
- Won the Jerry Rice Award, given to the most outstanding freshman player in the FCS.
Sophomore Year (2022) – FCS Superstar & Efficiency Leader
- Built on his strong freshman season, leading Jackson State to a dominant campaign.
- Threw for 3,743 yards, 40 touchdowns, and just six interceptions, ranking top-10 in completion percentage (70.6%).
- Fifth in the nation in passing TDs (40) despite dealing with 28 drops from his receivers (tied for 10th-most in the nation).
- Showed improvement as a runner, posting 373 rushing yards and six rushing TDs.
- Established himself as one of the best QBs in the FCS, leading to his transfer to Colorado.
Junior Year (2023) – Transition to Colorado
- Followed his father to Colorado, adjusting to an increased level of competition.
- Despite the step up in competition, maintained elite accuracy, throwing for 3,229 yards, 27 TDs, and just 3 INTs with a 68.5% completion rate.
- One of the most efficient QBs in the country, showing excellent pocket presence and decision-making.
- Mobility remained a factor, rushing for 379 yards and 4 TDs, though fumbles (5) were an issue.
Senior Year (2024) – Elite Accuracy & Pocket Poise
- Final season cemented him as one of the most accurate QBs in college football.
- 2nd in the nation in completion percentage (73.4%), throwing for 4,133 yards, 37 TDs, and 10 INTs.
- Ranked 5th in the country in lowest turnover-worthy play rate, showing his NFL-caliber poise.
- Continued to add value as a rusher, recording 305 rushing yards and 4 TDs, but still had seven fumbles.
- Displayed high-level processing, anticipation, and pocket awareness, looking like a pro-ready QB.
- That was despite him facing more dropbacks under pressure (204) than any other QB in college.
- But his OL isn’t all too blame, as Sanders was responsible for 26% of his pressures faced (one of the highest rates in the class).
Career Summary
- 14,337 career passing yards, 134 TDs, and just 27 INTs over four seasons and 50 games played
- 69.6% career completion percentage, showing elite accuracy and efficiency.
- His 74% completion rate in 2024 at Colorado ranked 6th all-time.
- His 72% career completion rate in the FBS ranks No. 1 all-time (since 1956).
- 1,339 career rushing yards & 17 rushing TDs, proving he’s a capable but selective runner.
- Averaged 26.8 rushing yards per game and 5.2 attempts (mostly scrambles).
- Some turnover concerns (31 career fumbles), but elite decision-making as a passer.
- Throws well on the run and excels at “backyard football.”
NFL Projection & Player Comparison
- NFL Comp: Baker Mayfield – A highly accurate, poised passer with great pocket presence and sneaky mobility.
- Draft Projection: Top-10 pick – A starting-caliber NFL QB with strong mechanics, elite accuracy, and natural leadership.
Cam Ward (QB – Miami)
Age at Draft: 23 | Height/Weight: 6’2″, 223 lbs
Career Passing Yards: 18,135 | Career Passing TDs: 158 (NCAA Division I Record)
NFL Comparison: Jameis Winston
Freshman Year (2020) – Early Stardom at Incarnate Word
- Started as a true freshman at just 18 years old, making an immediate impact.
- Led the FCS in passing touchdowns (24) despite playing just six games, showcasing his gunslinger mentality after being a Wing T QB as a high school senior.
- Finished with 2,221 passing yards, 24 TDs, and just 4 INTs.
- Won the Jerry Rice Award, given to the most outstanding freshman player in the FCS.
Sophomore Year (2021) – FCS Superstar
- Nearly doubled his TD total, throwing for 4,650 yards and 47 touchdowns with 10 interceptions.
- Decided to transfer to Washington State, making the jump to Power Five football.
Junior & Senior Years (2022-2023) – Adjusting Washington State
- Had modest success in his first two seasons at Wazzu, showing flashes but lacking consistency.
- 2022: Passed for 3,228 yards, 23 TDs, and 9 INTs in his first Power Five season.
- 2023: Improved slightly, throwing for 3,723 yards, 25 TDs, and 7 INTs.
- Turnover issues began to creep in.
- Initially declared for the 2024 NFL Draft but later transferred to Miami for his final year.
Final Season (2024) – Breakout Star & Record-Breaker at Miami
- Exploded in his lone season at Miami, throwing for 4,313 yards, 39 touchdowns, and 7 INTs.
- Broke the NCAA Division I record for career passing TDs (158) in Miami’s bowl game but sat out the second half, drawing criticism despite his reasoning to stay healthy for the draft.
- Ranked 2nd in the 2024 QB draft class in big-time throws per PFF.
- But he also ranked 6th in turnover-worthy plays, reinforcing his gunslinger mentality.
- To quote my colleague, Derek Brown, “Ward never saw a tight window he thought he couldn’t make.”
Career Summary
- 57 career games played
- 18,135 career passing yards, 158 TDs, and 37 INTs, making him one of the most productive passers in NCAA history.
- 1,512 career rushing yards, 20 TDs, averaging 26.5 rushing yards per game.
- True gunslinger with a big-time arm, fearless between the numbers, and tough in the pocket.
NFL Projection & Player Comparison
- NFL Comp: Jameis Winston – A big-armed, aggressive passer who has turnover concerns.
- Draft Projection: Top-10 pick – A high-upside-low floor QB prospect.
Jalen Milroe (QB- Alabama)
Age at Draft: 22 | Height/Weight: 6’2″, 225 lbs
Career Passing Yards: 6,011 | Career Rushing Yards: 2,038
NFL Comparison: Justin Fields / Jalen Hurts
Freshman Year (2021) – Redshirt Season Behind Bryce Young
- Redshirted as a true freshman while backing up future No. 1 overall pick Bryce Young.
- Saw very limited action, attempting seven passes for 41 yards and rushing 13 times for 66 yards.
Sophomore Year (2022) – Backup With Flashes of Playmaking Ability
- Remained the backup to Bryce Young, but saw more action in relief appearances.
- Threw 3 TDs against Texas A&M, flashing his dual-threat ability.
- Completed 58.5% of his passes for 297 yards and 5 TDs, while adding 287 rushing yards (9.9 YPA) and one rushing TD.
- Displayed elite athleticism but struggled with ball security, logging five fumbles in limited action.
Junior Year (2023) – Won the Starting Job & Became a Playmaker
- Competed for the starting QB job and initially won it but was benched for Tyler Buchner in Week 3 against Ole Miss.
- Regained the starting job for the rest of the season after Buchner struggled.
- Finished fourth in the nation in yards per attempt (10.0) and posted the 7th-highest passer rating (116.4).
- Threw for 2,839 yards, 23 TDs, and 6 INTs while rushing for 806 yards and 12 rushing TDs.
- Struggled with ball security, fumbling 13 times.
Senior Year (2024) – Regression Under a New Offensive System
- Entered the season as Alabama’s unquestioned starter, but the offense changed under new OC Nick Sheridan.
- Passing numbers dipped slightly, throwing for 2,834 yards, 16 TDs, and 11 INTs with a lower 8.7 YPA.
- Still dominant as a rusher, logging 879 yards and 20 rushing TDs, proving his elite red-zone rushing ability.
- Fumbled 11 more times, continuing a concerning trend of turnover issues.
Career Summary
- 6,011 passing yards, 45 TDs, and 20 INTs with a career 63.7% completion percentage.
- 2,038 rushing yards and 33 rushing TDs, averaging 75.5 rushing yards per game on nearly 12 carries per game.
- Elite dual-threat weapon but slow field processing and inconsistent pocket presence.
- Monster fantasy football ceiling due to his rushing ability, similar to Jalen Hurts and Justin Fields.
- Ball security concerns, logging 29 fumbles in his career.
- Struggled against better defenses. According to NFL.com, he threw five touchdowns and 10 interceptions in 2024 SEC play.
NFL Projection & Player Comparison
- NFL Comp: Justin Fields / Jalen Hurts – Elite rushing ability with big-play potential, but needs to develop as a pocket passer.
- Draft Projection: Round 2-4 – High-upside explosive QB with elite athleticism.
Jaxson Dart (QB- Ole Miss)
Age at Draft: 22 (Turns 22 in May) | Height/Weight: 6’2″, 226 lbs
Career Passing Yards: 11,964 | Career Rushing Yards: 1,981
NFL Comparison: Jimmy Garoppolo
Freshman Year (2021) – USC Debut & Early Flashes
- Started three games and appeared in six total as a true freshman at USC.
- Showed pocket escapability, posting an 8.2% pressure-to-sack rate (3rd-lowest in the nation).
- Threw for 1,351 yards, 9 TDs, and 5 INTs while rushing for 66 yards and 2 TDs.
- Transferred to Ole Miss in 2022 after USC brought in Caleb Williams to take over as QB1.
Sophomore Year (2022) – First Year as Ole Miss QB1
- Took over as Lane Kiffin’s starting QB.
- Threw for 2,974 yards, 20 TDs, and 11 INTs while rushing for 699 yards and 1 rushing TD.
- Sub-10% pressure-to-sack rate, proving his ability to extend plays and avoid negative plays.
- Flashed his tactical scrambling ability, making plays outside the pocket while staying pass-first.
Junior Year (2023) – Significant Improvement & Efficiency Boost
- Took a big step forward, ranking as PFF’s 7th-highest graded QB in the FBS.
- 9th in the nation in yards per attempt (9.3), showing his ability to stretch the field.
- Passed for 3,363 yards, 23 TDs, and just 5 INTs while rushing for 568 yards and 8 TDs.
- Proved to be an effective downfield thrower and one of the most improved QBs in the country.
Senior Year (2024) – Best Year & National Leader in Deep Passing
- PFF’s highest-graded passer in 2024, improving in almost every category.
- Led the nation in total yards (4,774) and yards per attempt (10.7), dominating SEC competition.
- 1st in the SEC in completion percentage (69.2%) and passing yards (4,276).
- Deep ball dominance: Led all QBs in pass attempts of 20+ yards (88), averaging 6.7 deep passes per game.
- 22% of his throws were deep shots, comparable to Josh Allen (NFL leader in deep attempts in 2024 – 87) and Anthony Richardson (highest deep ball rate in 2024 at 18.9%).
Career Summary
- 41 career games played, showing durability and steady improvement.
- 11,964 career passing yards, 81 TDs, 27 INTs, with a 64.9% career completion rate.
- 1,981 career rushing yards, 14 rushing TDs, averaging 48.3 rushing yards per game on 8.2 attempts per game. Two fewer designed runs than Jalen Milroe (albeit in more games played).
- More of a tactical scrambler. Dart won’t be a dual threat at the next level but do enough as a rusher. College rushing numbers were similar to Daniel Jones.
- Strong leadership qualities and competitive toughness, widely respected in the locker room.
- Gimmicky college scheme and deep ball reliance under Lane Kiffin means his NFL transition could take time.
- 53% of his dropbacks were play action in 2024. No NFL team had higher than 36% play action rate in 2024.
- New age NFL game doesn’t necessarily lend itself to be a deep passing bonanza like in college.
- Deep balls often lack juice and float to receivers.
- Up-and-down performance and mixed reviews from the Senior Bowl.
- Per NFL Insider Jordan Schultz: “Here’s some fun feedback on Ole Miss QB Jaxson Dart, from a longtime NFL scout: “He’s gonna be a major steal in the draft. Throws the ball down the field as well as anyone, which I realize is kinda this lost skill in today’s game, but that’s what makes him so interesting. Get Dart a couple of speed guys, and he can really hurt you.”
NFL Projection & Player Comparison
- NFL Comps: Jimmy Garoppolo (mid-range), Justin Herbert (high-end), Brock Purdy (bigger).
- Draft Projection: Round 1 – A strong-armed passer with NFL traits, but will need time to develop in a more complex offensive system. Would love to see him the Kyle Shanahan, Sean McVay style offense, etc.
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