Several factors go into building a championship-caliber fantasy football team. While finding average draft position (ADP) values and avoiding busts are critical, fantasy players must hit on league winners to bring home the title. Therefore, let’s dive into my favorite potential fantasy football league winners that are Quarterbacks.
Fantasy Football League Winners: Quarterbacks
J.J. McCarthy (QB – MIN) | ADP: 125.5 (QB17)
Unfortunately, J.J. McCarthy’s rookie season was over before fantasy players could see much from the former Michigan star. He only played in one preseason game, suffering a season-ending torn meniscus. However, McCarthy flashed significant upside, completing 64.7% of his passes for 188 yards, two touchdowns and 15.3 fantasy points on only 18 attempts. Furthermore, he showed off his mobility, totaling two rushing attempts for 18 yards.
While McCarthy played well in his long preseason contest, that’s not why fantasy players should have high hopes for him in 2025. The Vikings have an excellent set of weapons, as Justin Jefferson, Jordan Addison and T.J. Hockenson form one of the top trios in the NFL. Furthermore, Minnesota improved the offensive line by adding Donovan Jackson, Will Fries and Ryan Kelly this offseason. Don’t be surprised if McCarthy has a Patrick Mahomes-lite sophomore-year breakout.
Trevor Lawrence (QB – JAX) | ADP: 134.5 (QB19)
Trevor Lawrence hasn’t lived up to the draft hype that came along with being the first overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft. He has averaged 14.5 or fewer fantasy points per game in half his years in the league. Last season, the former Clemson star missed seven games with multiple injuries. Furthermore, Lawrence averaged a career-low 204.5 passing yards per game, totaling only 11 passing touchdowns.
However, fantasy players should have high hopes for him in 2025. The Jaguars hired Liam Coen as their head coach after he played a massive role in Baker Mayfield having a career year. The veteran finished as the QB4, averaging 2.4 passing touchdowns and 21.5 fantasy points per game. Lawrence could have similar success this season, especially with Brian Thomas Jr. and Travis Hunter at his disposal.
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