Every dynasty manager is looking for the next hidden gem in rookie drafts-players who fly under the radar but have the potential to deliver major fantasy football value. While top prospects steal the headlines, savvy managers know that mid-to-late-round picks can be league-winners. To help you find the best early dynasty rookie draft sleepers for 2025, we asked our Featured Pros experts to share their top under-the-radar prospects. Here’s a look at the rookies they believe could make a big impact at a bargain draft price.
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Dynasty Rookie Draft Sleepers to Target
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Bhayshul Tuten (RB)
“Bhayshul Tuten, Virginia Tech – The 5-foot-8 and 211-pound RB capped off his college career on an extremely high note as a senior, even while dealing with a midseason ankle injury. He rushed for 1,150 yards and 15 TDs en route to a 37% dominator rating. Finished top-10 in the FBS in yards after contact per attempt (4.4) among RBs with at least 100 carries. Ranked 6th in the 2025 RB draft class in yards after contact per attempt and breakaway run percentage (54%). With great speed, tackle-breaking ability, and an underrated receiving profile, don’t be surprised when Tugboat Tuten gets drafted earlier than expected.”
– Andrew Erickson (FantasyPros)
R.J. Harvey (RB)
“Small, overaged RB prospects typically don’t get a lot of love, but I think it’s worth making an exception for R.J. Harvey. Absurdly productive at UCF the last two seasons (42 touchdowns, just under 3,000 rushing yards, more than 500 receiving yards), Harvey is 24 years old and stands 5-9, 208 pounds. Harvey has exceptional quickness and lateral agility. His jump cuts can break ankles, he has outstanding vision, and he’s a good pass catcher. Harvey is also known for being a hard worker and a high academic achiever. R.J. Harvey is a great third-round target in rookie drafts.”
– Pat Fitzmaurice (FantasyPros)
Jalin Noel (WR)
“I will continue to pound the table for Jaylin Noel. I know I might sound like a broken record since the Senior Bowl, but I don’t care. People need to hear the good word about Noel. Noel was a slot receiver in college (72.7% of his snaps), but that doesn’t mean that he can’t win from the outside. With a varied release package, underrated deep speed, and a solid set of hands (52% contested catch rate in 2024, per PFF), Noel is a fantastic pick in dynasty rookie drafts that will easily outplay his ADP. ”
– Derek Brown (FantasyPros)
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