The 2025 NFL season is still a few months away. While much will change between now and opening night, let’s look at the biggest fantasy football question for all 32 NFL teams.

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Biggest Fantasy Football Question for All 32 NFL Teams

AFC East

BUF – Which wide receiver should fantasy players draft first?

Khalil Shakir was the team’s top-scoring wide receiver last season, averaging 9.6 half-point PPR fantasy points per game, seeing 100 targets, 25 more than the next closest player, Dalton Kincaid. While he will and should be the first Buffalo wide receiver selected in 2025 fantasy drafts, Keon Coleman shouldn’t come off the board too far behind him.

Last year, he averaged 11.3 fantasy points per game in the four contests with more than five targets. Meanwhile, the Bills have 91 targets from last season’s team to distribute, with Amari Cooper and Mack Hollins no longer on the roster. After totaling four receiving touchdowns on 29 receptions as a rookie, Coleman could have a sophomore-year breakout.

MIA – Will Tyreek Hill return to his top-five wide receiver form?

Unfortunately, Hill was a fantasy bust in 2024. He finished as the WR21, averaging 10.5 half-point PPR fantasy points per game, a lower average than Adam Thielen (11.6). His six receiving touchdowns matched his career low from his rookie season. Furthermore, Hill’s fantasy success was drastically tied to Tua Tagovailoa’s health.

The star wide receiver averaged six targets and 6.6 fantasy points per game in the seven contests when the star quarterback didn’t play or left early. By comparison, Hill averaged 8.1 targets and 13.1 fantasy points per game in the 10 contests Tagovailoa finished. Yet, his 13.1 fantasy points per contest average would have only made him the WR15 on a points-per-game basis last year.

NE – How will the backfield shake out for fantasy?

New England spent a second-round pick in the NFL Draft on TreVeyon Henderson despite giving Rhamondre Stevenson and Antonio Gibson long-term deals last offseason. Yet, they were both signed by the previous coaching staff, meaning no one should be surprised if the rookie is the top running back on the depth chart come training camp.

However, does that mean Henderson will have a featured role? That seems unlikely, given Stevenson’s contract and how the rookie played at his best when Ohio State split the workload between him and Quinshon Judkins last year. Gibson has no guaranteed money left in his contract after the upcoming season. The Patriots could cut him before the start of the year, allowing Henderson and Stevenson to form a near 50-50 split in the backfield.

NYJ – Should Mason Taylor be the highest-ranked rookie tight end?

Dynasty fantasy players shouldn’t draft Taylor ahead of Tyler Warren and Colston Loveland in their rookie drafts. However, the two first-round tight end picks have a less-than-ideal situation for their rookie season. Meanwhile, Taylor was the third tight end drafted in April and could have a fantasy-impacting rookie year.

The Jets lack proven weapons in the passing game. Garrett Wilson could lead the NFL in targets after finishing top five last season despite playing alongside Davante Adams. However, Taylor is the early favorite to finish second on the team in targets. More importantly, Justin Fields made Cole Kmet a top-seven tight end in 2023, his last year as a full-time starter.

AFC North

BAL – Can Lamar Jackson repeat as the overall QB1?

Jackson has become an elite fantasy quarterback over the past few years under offensive coordinator Todd Monken. Furthermore, he has stayed healthy, having not missed a game because of injury since the 2022 season. Last year, the superstar was far and away the top fantasy quarterback, averaging 25.3 fantasy points per game, a career-high.

Furthermore, Jackson has become one of the NFL’s best passers. He set career highs in competitions (316), passing yards (4,172), and touchdowns (41) while totaling only four interceptions. The superstar scored 51.4 more fantasy points than any other quarterback. Yet, Jackson could be even better this upcoming season after the Ravens added DeAndre Hopkins in free agency.

CIN – Should Chase Brown be ranked as a top-12 running back?

Cincinnati did their homework on the rookie running back draft class, leading many to believe they would select one with a Day 2 pick. However, the Bengals waited until the sixth round to draft Tahj Brooks, meaning Brown should continue to have a featured role after his outstanding play last season.

The former Illinois star was the RB12 last year, averaging 14.2 half-point PPR fantasy points per game. Furthermore, Brown was a must-start running back after taking the lead role from Zack Moss. He was the RB6 from Week 4 through Week 17, averaging 16.4 fantasy points per game. Brown will be an RB1 in my rankings.

CLE – Will Quinshon Judkins be a stud or a fantasy bust?

Judkins will be one of the more difficult running backs to rank this season. Cleveland used an early second-round pick on the former Ohio State star. However, they also spent a fourth-round pick on Dylan Sampson and kept Jerome Ford on the roster. Yet, fantasy players should have high hopes for Judkins as a rookie.

Head coach Kevin Stefanski wants a run-heavy offense, especially given the team’s lack of appealing quarterback options. Many believe Judkins will be Stefanski’s new Nick Chubb and the focal point of the offense. While the veteran struggled with injuries the past few seasons, he was outstanding when healthy. Chubb averaged 17.8 rushing attempts and 15.8 half-point PPR fantasy points per game in 2022, his last year healthy.

PIT – Could DK Metcalf finish the year as a top-12 wide receiver?

Last year, Metcalf was the WR32, averaging 10.5 half-point PPR fantasy points per game after missing two contests with an injury. Furthermore, he has finished as a top-12 wide receiver twice, coming in 2020 (WR7) and 2021 (WR12). Yet the veteran wide receiver could have his third WR1 finish in 2025 if Aaron Rodgers is under center.

The future Hall of Famer loves to target his No. 1 wide receiver. Last season, Garrett Wilson averaged 11 targets per game before the New York Jets traded for Davante Adams. Furthermore, Adams averaged 10.4 targets per game with the Jets. Metcalf is the Steelers’ clear-cut top option in the passing game and could set a career-high in targets if Rodgers signs before training camp.

AFC South

HOU – Who is the No. 2 wide receiver in Houston?

Unlike last year, no one doubts that Nico Collins is the clear-cut No. 1 weapon in Houston and a top-10 wide receiver in fantasy rankings. However, who should be the second Texans wide receiver selected in fantasy football drafts this season? While the team used a pair of Day 2 draft picks on wide receivers, Christian Kirk should finish second in targets this year.

Fantasy players should draft Jayden Higgins with a late-round pick, hoping the rookie can earn more of a role later in the season. However, Houston traded for Kirk, knowing they would lose Stefon Diggs in free agency and be without Tank Dell in 2025. Last year, Kirk averaged 11 half-point PPR fantasy points per game when seeing more than five targets.

IND – Should fantasy players draft any Colts pass catcher?

Last year, the Colts had three wide receivers finish inside the top 45 wide receivers. Unfortunately, no one finished inside the top 35, as Josh Downs was the WR36, Alec Pierce the WR39, and Michael Pittman Jr. the WR43 in half-point PPR scoring, each averaging fewer than 10.6 fantasy points per game.

Indianapolis has two of the least accurate quarterbacks in the NFL vying for the starting role. Furthermore, the team used their first-round pick on Tyler Warren, giving them a star at tight end for the first time in years. Whether Daniel Jones or Anthony Richardson wins the starting quarterback job, fantasy players should temper their expectations for any Colts pass catcher.

JAC – How much upside does Trevor Lawrence have in 2025?

Unfortunately, Lawrence has regressed since his second year in the NFL. Last season, he finished as the QB27, averaging 14.5 fantasy points per game, his lowest mark since his rookie year. Furthermore, the former No. 1 overall pick missed seven games because of injury after missing one over his first three seasons in the league.

Yet, Lawrence is one of my favorite quarterback draft targets in 2025. The Jaguars hired Liam Coen as their head coach after he led one of the top offenses in the NFL last year. Furthermore, the team improved Lawrence’s offensive line and receiving core, trading up in the draft for Travis Hunter. Don’t be surprised if Lawrence has a Baker Mayfield-like season.

TEN – Can Cam Ward turn Calvin Ridley into a top-20 wide receiver?

Ridley had a rocky first season in Tennessee, ending the year as the WR27, averaging 9.8 half-point PPR fantasy points per game. Furthermore, he finished 48th among wide receivers with four receiving touchdowns, scoring fewer than Jalen Nailor (six). Unfortunately, Ridley struggled to produce fantasy points because of awful quarterback play.

Thankfully, the Titans selected Cam Ward with the top pick in the NFL Draft, giving the veteran wide receiver a massive upgrade at quarterback. Last season, Ridley had eight games with seven or more targets. Unfortunately, he only caught 46.7% of the targets in those eight games. The veteran should have a bounce-back year, potentially finishing as a mid-range WR2.

AFC West

DEN – Is Marvin Mims Jr. primed for a third-year breakout?

Many thought the Broncos would make a big-name addition to their receiving core this offseason. Instead, they signed Evan Engram in free agency and spent a third-round pick on Pat Bryant. Therefore, Mims is one of my favorite sleeper candidates heading into 2025 fantasy drafts, especially after how he ended last year.

The former Oklahoma star finished the 2024 regular season on fire. Mims was the WR18 from Week 13 through Week 18, averaging 15.2 half-point PPR fantasy points per game, totaling five receiving touchdowns. Furthermore, he put up significant fantasy production despite having five or fewer targets in all but one of those five contests.

KC – Who should be the first Chiefs wide receiver drafted?

Kansas City has two of the better young wide receivers in the NFL. Rashee Rice started last year on fire before suffering a season-ending knee injury in Week 4. He was the WR4 over the first three weeks, averaging 9.7 targets and 17.6 half-point PPR fantasy points per game, scoring two receiving touchdowns.

Meanwhile, Xavier Worthy was outstanding at the end of last season. He was the WR10 during the fantasy playoffs, averaging 10.3 targets and 17.5 fantasy points per game. Furthermore, the former Texas star was unstoppable during the Superbowl, totaling two receiving touchdowns and 31.7 fantasy points. While I will have Worthy higher than Rice in my redraft rankings, both will be inside the top 24 wide receivers.

LV – Can Ashton Jeanty be the overall RB1 as a rookie?

Rookie running backs will be a popular fantasy football topic heading this summer. While nine or more should get picked in standard-sized redraft leagues, Jeanty is the only one with a first-round ADP. The former Boise State star should be a top-four running back selected in all redraft leagues.

Yet, you can argue that Jeanty should be the first running back drafted. The last three running backs selected in the top six of an NFL Draft were Saquon Barkley in 2018, Leonard Fournette in 2017, and Ezekiel Elliott in 2016. They averaged 19.4 half-point PPR fantasy points per game during their rookie seasons, with Barkley and Elliott finishing as the RB2.

LAC – How should fantasy players handle the Chargers’ backfield?

Fantasy players had high hopes for Najee Harris after he signed with the Chargers in free agency. The veteran was the RB20 in 2024, averaging 11 half-point PPR fantasy points per game despite splitting work with Jaylen Warren on a limited offense. Harris has averaged at least 10.6 fantasy points per game every year of his career.

However, Los Angeles used their first-round pick on Omarion Hampton. Furthermore, the team could re-sign J.K. Dobbins. Therefore, the dream of Harris having a featured role in Jim Harbaugh’s offense is dead. More importantly, Hampton is the most talented running back in the backfield. Fantasy players should draft the rookie over the veteran, but expect a messy running back by committee situation this season.

NFC East

DAL – Which running back should fantasy players draft first?

According to the FantasyPros’ ECR, Javonte Williams is the highest-ranked Cowboys running back at RB37. Meanwhile, Jaydon Blue is the RB54, while Miles Sanders is the RB77 in the ECR. Yet, Blue will be the highest Dallas running back in my rankings and the only one I will draft this year. The rookie could potentially be the next Chase Brown or De’Von Achane.

Last season, Williams and Sanders ranked in the bottom 16 among 70 running backs with at least 55 rushing attempts in yards per attempt. Furthermore, both veterans averaged 2.51 or fewer rushing yards per attempt in 2024. Don’t be surprised if Blue impresses during training camp and earns the starting role early in the season, becoming a massive draft value for fantasy players.

NYG – How early should Malik Nabers get drafted?

Many were afraid to invest a high draft pick in Nabers last year because of New York’s awful quarterback situation. However, the former LSU star finished his rookie season as the WR7, averaging 14.6 half-point PPR fantasy points per game despite missing two contests with a concussion. Thankfully, the Giants significantly improved their quarterback unit this offseason.

New York signed Russell Wilson and Jameis Winston in free agency while adding Jaxson Dart in the NFL Draft. While the trio is far from elite, they are a better group than last year’s unit. The FantasyPros’ ECR has Nabers as the WR6 and ninth overall pick. Yet, I have him as my WR4 and eighth-overall player. You can argue for drafting Nabers as high as the third wide receiver off the board.

PHI – Should Saquon Barkley be the 1.01 pick?

Barkley’s fantasy value would have gotten a small bump if the “tush push” play had gotten banned. However, the rule didn’t pass, which means Jalen Hurts will continue as the Eagles’ goal-line rusher in 2025. Yet, the star quarterback led Philadelphia with 14 rushing touchdowns last season, and Barkley still finished as the overall RB1.

The superstar averaged 21.2 half-point PPR fantasy points per game, 2.6 more than the next closest running back over the first 17 weeks. Barkley had over 2,000 rushing yards during the regular season and 482 touches for the year, including the playoffs. Historically, running backs who hit those marks tend to significantly regress the following season, often missing time with injuries.

WAS – Could Jayden Daniels finish as the overall QB1?

Some might be nervous about drafting Daniels following his excellent rookie year after seeing C.J. Stroud regress in his second season. However, the reigning NFL Offensive Player of the Year award winner is less likely to be a fantasy bust because of his rushing abilities. Last season, he led the Commanders in rushing yards (891) while ranking second in the league among quarterbacks.

Furthermore, Daniels was the QB5 as a rookie, averaging 20.9 fantasy points per game despite leaving two contests early. However, he was the QB2 on a points-per-game basis without those two outings, averaging 23.1 fantasy points per contest. Meanwhile, the Commanders improved their offensive line. They also traded for Deebo Samuel, giving Daniels the tools to be even better in 2025.

NFC North

CHI – How high is Caleb Williams’ upside?

Many had high hopes for Williams as a rookie, with some ranking him as a mid-range QB1 after Chicago added Keenan Allen and Rome Odunze in the offseason. Unfortunately, the Bears’ offense was a dysfunctional mess, using three offensive coordinators during the year. Furthermore, Williams held onto the ball and took too many sacks, leading the NFL (68).

More importantly, the former No. 1 NFL Draft pick averaged 15 fantasy points per game, a lower average than Derek Carr (15.1). Yet, the fantasy community should be in all in Williams in 2025. Chicago hired Ben Johnson as their head coach, added three new starters to their offensive line, and used their top two picks in the draft on pass catchers. Williams could end the season as a high-end QB1.

DET – Will the Lions’ offense look different without Ben Johnson?

Speaking of Johnson, the new head coach left the Lions after spending the past three years as the team’s offensive coordinator, leading one of the best units in the league. Detroit hired former Denver Broncos passing game coordinator John Morton to replace Johnson as the team’s offensive coordinator. However, Morton spent the 2022 season with Detroit as a senior offensive assistant.

Therefore, he has a history of coaching with the team while Johnson was the offensive coordinator. Yet, fantasy players should expect some changes in the Lions offense even though they will run the same system. While fantasy players shouldn’t be worried about drafting Jahmyr Gibbs and Amon-Ra St. Brown, Jameson Williams and Sam LaPorta could see their roles change under the new playcaller.

GB – Is Jayden Reed or Matthew Golden the team’s No. 1 wide receiver?

Green Bay shocked the entire NFL world, selecting Golden with their first-round pick. They made the former Texas star the first wide receiver they drafted in the first round since 2002. Yet, the rookie isn’t locked into the team’s No. 1 wide receiver role. Thankfully, it doesn’t matter whether Golden or Reed is the Packers’ top wide receiver.

The rookie will fill the void as the outside No. 1 wide receiver, with Christian Watson likely missing most of the 2025 season recovering from a torn ACL, while Reed will remain in the slot. Meanwhile, Romeo Doubs could be on his way to Pittsburgh, creating an even clearer picture at wide receiver for Green Bay. While Reed should get drafted first, Golden could have significant fantasy value as a rookie.

MIN – Could J.J. McCarthy have a Patrick Mahomes-like sophomore season?

Unfortunately, McCarthy missed his rookie year after tearing his meniscus during the preseason. However, he played well in his lone preseason game, completing 64.7% of his passes for 188 yards, two touchdowns, and 15.3 fantasy points on 17 attempts. Despite McCarthy missing his rookie year, the Vikings didn’t think twice of letting Sam Darnold leave in free agency and pass on signing Aaron Rodgers.

More importantly, the former Michigan star has one of the best supporting casts in the NFL. Minnesota has an elite set of weapons. Furthermore, the Vikings improved their offensive line this offseason, signing Ryan Kelly and Will Fries in free agency while using their first-round pick in the NFL Draft on Donovan Jackson. While it’s a long shot, don’t be surprised if McCarthy has a Mahomes-lite first year as a starter.

NFC South

ATL – Should Drake London be a first-round draft pick?

Many had London as a third-year breakout candidate heading into last season. The former USC met expectations, ending the year as the WR5, averaging 13.6 half-point PPR fantasy points per game. Furthermore, he finished third in the NFL with 158 targets, seeing double-digit looks in nearly half of the contests. More importantly, London instantly clicked when the Falcons made a quarterback switch.

Atlanta benched Kirk Cousins for Michael Penix Jr. after their Week 15 matchup. London averaged 8.5 targets and 12.3 fantasy points per game with the veteran quarterback. By comparison, he was the WR1 during Penix’s three starts, averaging 13 targets and 19.4 fantasy points per game. The former USC star is worthy of a late first-round pick and has overall WR1 upside.

CAR – Will Tetairoa McMillan finish as a top-15 wide receiver as a rookie?

The 2025 wide receiver rookie class lacks the flash and upside of last year’s bunch. Three rookies from the 2024 class finished as top-12 wide receivers in half-point PPR scoring. However, McMillan is the only one from the 2025 class with a chance to finish inside the top 15 as a rookie. The former Arizona star has significant fantasy upside after getting drafted by the Panthers.

Last year, Carolina lacked a go-to No. 1 wide receiver. The Diontae Johnson experiment didn’t work out, while Xavier Legette had an up-and-down rookie season. Meanwhile, Adam Thielen led the team in targets per game (6.4), while Jalen Coker flashed as an undrafted free agent. Bryce Young played well coming off his benching. McMillan should see the target volume needed to be potentially a weekly must-start WR2 for fantasy players.

NO – Can fantasy players trust anyone in the Saints’ passing attack?

Unfortunately, New Orleans might have the least appealing fantasy offense in the NFL in 2025. Derek Carr was far from an elite passer. However, his retirement leaves the Saints with an inexperienced and uninspiring quarterback unit. Last year, Spencer Rattler and Jake Haener totaled six passing touchdowns and six interceptions, averaging 0.24 fantasy points per attempt.

While New Orleans spent a second-round pick in the NFL Draft on Tyler Shough, many have little faith in the rookie quarterback. Furthermore, he is an older prospect who missed significant time in college because of injury. Therefore, fantasy players should have low expectations if they draft any Saints player besides Alvin Kamara this year.

TB – How big is the gap between Mike Evans and every other Buccaneers wide receiver?

While the Buccaneers will have their third offensive coordinator in the past three seasons in 2025, fantasy players should have high expectations for Baker Mayfield and the passing attack. However, which wide receiver should fantasy players draft besides Evans? The future Hall of Famer will remain the team’s No. 1 wide receiver despite Tampa Bay using their first-round pick in the NFL Draft on Emeka Egbuka.

Furthermore, Evans is at his best on the outside. By comparison, Chris Godwin, Jalen McMillan, and Egbuka are ideally suited for the slot, meaning all three will have to fight for snaps in that role. More importantly, Godwin is coming off a significant injury and might not be ready for Week 1. Fantasy players should draft Evans with an early-round pick while tempering expectations for every other Buccaneers wide receiver.

NFC West

ARI – Does Trey McBride belong in the same tier as Brock Bowers?

Almost every fantasy expert will have Bowers as the TE1 in their rankings after his outstanding rookie season. However, he shouldn’t be the only tight end in the top tier. McBride had a massive year after breaking out to end the 2023 season. The former Colorado State star was the TE3 last year, averaging 12.1 half-point PPR fantasy points per game.

McBride didn’t get the same national attention as Bowers despite having similar production last season. He finished with one less reception (111 vs. 112) in one fewer game than Bowers. Furthermore, McBride averaged only 0.1 fewer fantasy points per game than the superstar rookie despite having three fewer receiving touchdowns (five vs. two). Yet, the Las Vegas Raiders added multiple weapons on offense. Meanwhile, the Cardinals have nearly the same unit as last year.

LAR – Can Puka Nacua and Davante Adams both finish as WR1s?

While nearly every fantasy expert will have Nacua as a high-end WR1 in their rankings, many have Adams as a mid to low-end WR2. Yet, that is a mistake. The Rams offense has produced multiple must-start wide receivers during Sean McVay’s tenure, including with Jared Goff under center and Todd Gurley in the backfield.

More importantly, Nacua was the WR7 as a rookie and the WR6 last year on a points-per-game basis, averaging at least 14.5 half-point PPR fantasy points per game in both seasons despite playing with Cooper Kupp. Furthermore, Adams and Garrett Wilson were must-start wide receivers during their 12 weeks together with the New York Jets. Los Angeles has a tight-knit offense, meaning both superstar wide receivers can see at least 145 targets in 2025.

SF – Which 49ers wide receiver should fantasy players draft?

Fantasy players will have a blast determining how to rank San Francisco’s wide receivers for 2025. Deebo Samuel got traded this offseason, leaving Brandon Aiyuk, Ricky Pearsall, and Jauan Jennings as the team’s starting wide receivers. However, which one should fantasy players target in their redraft league drafts?

Unfortunately, Aiyuk is coming off a significant knee injury, putting his Week 1 status in doubt. Meanwhile, Jennings was the top scorer last year, ranking as the WR25, averaging 11.5 half-point PPR fantasy points per game. However, Pearsall is my favorite 49ers receiver to draft, especially with his late-round ADP. He averaged 18.6 fantasy points per game in the three contests with six or more targets last season.

SEA – Will Sam Darnold turn back into a pumpkin?

Darnold was the biggest fantasy surprise from last year. The veteran had a career season, finishing the year as the QB9, averaging 18.1 fantasy points per game. He set career highs in passing yards (4,319) and touchdowns (35), ranking fifth in the NFL in both categories. However, the Minnesota Vikings allowed Darnold to walk in free agency without blinking.

The veteran quarterback landed with the Seahawks, replacing Geno Smith. Furthermore, many are afraid to draft Darnold after changing teams. He went from playing indoors with an elite set of weapons to playing outdoors with a significant downgrade in offensive line play and receiving threats. Unfortunately, Darnold was awful in his final two games as a Viking, totaling 411 passing yards, one touchdown, and 19.3 fantasy points.

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