Best ball fantasy football is arguably the best form because of its uniqueness. Instead of managing a lineup each week during the season, fantasy players draft and forget about it until after the year is over. However, finding sleepers is still critical to winning your best ball leagues. Therefore, let’s look at fantasy football sleepers for every NFL team.
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Top Best Ball Fantasy Football Sleepers
AFC East
Keon Coleman (BUF) — ADP: 102.1 | WR53
Unfortunately, Coleman had a disappointing rookie season, ending the year as the WR71, averaging 8.6 PPR fantasy points per game. However, he had four receiving touchdowns, the second-most on the team despite ranking seventh with 29 receptions. Amari Cooper and Mack Hollins are gone, while Joshua Palmer is the only meaningful wide receiver addition. Coleman could turn into Josh Allen’s best wide receiver.
Jaylen Wright (MIA) — ADP: 166.9 | RB52
Some called for Wright to replace De’Von Achane last season. Unfortunately, the former Tennessee star had only 68 rushing attempts and 26.7 PPR fantasy points for the year in 15 games. However, Raheem Mostert is gone, making Wright the clear-cut No. 2 running back behind Achane. Last year, the superstar played in every contest but missed six games as a rookie with injuries. Wright is an injury to Achane away from being an RB2.
Kyle Williams (NE) — ADP: 123.1 | WR58
While Stefon Diggs should be the clear-cut No. 1 guy in 2025, the other starting spots are up for grabs. Williams could quickly earn the other starting outside role after being the Patriots’ top addition at wide receiver this offseason, not named Diggs. The former Washington State star had the highest yards after catch per reception average (8.4) in the draft class among wide receivers with at least 75 targets (per PFF).
Mason Taylor (NYJ) — ADP: 186.7 | TE25
Last year, Garrett Wilson (154) and Davante Adams (141) finished in the top 10 in targets. Meanwhile, Tyler Conklin finished fourth on the team in targets (72). The Jets let Adams and Conklin leave this offseason, opening up 213 targets from last season’s squad. Yet, their only meaningful addition was Taylor. Justin Fields likes throwing to his tight ends. Therefore, don’t be surprised if Taylor finishes in the top five in targets among tight ends this year.
AFC North
Keaton Mitchell (BAL) — ADP: 209.5 | RB65
Mitchell tore his ACL late in his rookie year. Unfortunately, the injury limited the former undrafted free-agent running back to five games last season. However, he is more than a year post-injury and was outstanding before getting hurt. According to Fantasy Points Data, Mitchell had the highest explosive run rate (14.9%) among running backs with at least 45 rushing attempts in 2023.
Andrei Iosivas (CIN) — ADP: 201.6 | WR82
Hopefully, Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins can stay healthy in 2025. However, the latter missed five games last year for the second consecutive season. While the Bengals signed both superstars to long-term contracts this offseason, they didn’t improve the depth behind them. Iosivas has been a scoring machine despite limited targets, averaging an 11.6% touchdown rate in his career, finding the end zone once per 8.6 receptions.
Diontae Johnson (CLE) — ADP: 214.5 | WR94
Last year, Johnson played for three teams. Yet, the veteran wide receiver had a strong start to the season with Andy Dalton under center. He was the WR11 from Week 3 through Week 7 with the veteran quarterback, averaging 15.2 PPR fantasy points per game. While the Browns have a less-than-ideal quarterback situation, Johnson could have a bounce-back fantasy year with Cleveland’s lack of proven wide receivers.
Roman Wilson (PIT) — ADP: 213.3 | WR89
Unfortunately, Wilson’s rookie season was ruined by injuries. The former Michigan star played in only one game, totaling only five offensive snaps in Week 6. Yet, he could have a sophomore-year breakout despite the addition of Jonnu Smith. Wilson has a history of being a scoring machine on a limited passing offense, totaling 12 receiving touchdowns in his final season at Michigan.
AFC South
Nick Chubb (HOU) — ADP: 178.6 | RB55
Injuries have significantly impacted Chubb’s career over the past few years. He suffered a massive knee injury in 2023, which limited his upside last season. However, the veteran averaged 16.6 PPR fantasy points per game and five yards per rushing attempt in his last healthy year in 2022. While the injuries will keep him from putting up that production again, Chubb has meaningful upside if Joe Mixon misses time with an injury.
Alec Pierce (IND) — ADP: 179.1 | WR74
While Josh Downs, Michael Pittman Jr., and Tyler Warren should be the top three target leaders for Indianapolis, Pierce is my favorite Colts’ pass catcher in best ball drafts. Last year, he was the WR43, averaging a career-high 10.1 PPR fantasy points per game. Furthermore, the veteran is a big-play receiver, scoring 21.5 or more fantasy points in two games last season on fewer than four targets.
Dyami Brown (JAX) — ADP: 188.2 | WR77
The Jaguars have two talented young wide receivers, Brian Thomas Jr. and Travis Hunter. Yet, the coaching staff keeps talking up Brown. The former UNC star has never had consistent fantasy value. However, he played well during the Washington Commanders’ playoff run, averaging 13.6 PPR fantasy points per game and 2.3 fantasy points per target. Brown could have some spike weeks in an improved Jacksonville passing attack.
Elic Ayomanor (TEN) — ADP: 213.1 | WR88
Calvin Ridley is the only proven and reliable pass catcher on the Titans’ roster. Yet, the team waited until Day 3 of the NFL Draft to select a wide receiver. Ayomanor had a solid college career despite Stanford’s quarterback issues. Furthermore, he had 13 receptions for 294 receiving yards and three touchdowns in the 2023 matchup against Travis Hunter and Colorado.
AFC West
Marvin Mims Jr. (DEN) — ADP: 126.8 | WR60
Don’t be surprised if Mims finishes second on the team in targets this season behind Courtland Sutton. Last year, he was the WR22 over the final six weeks, averaging 17.5 PPR fantasy points per game. Furthermore, Mims ended last season on fire, averaging 6.5 receptions for 77 receiving yards, two touchdowns, and 26.2 fantasy points per game over the final two weeks, making several big-time plays on offense.
Brashard Smith (KC) — ADP: 206.3 | RB63
Last year, Isiah Pacheco missed 10 games with a significant injury, leading to the Chiefs bringing back Kareem Hunt. Kansas City re-signed the veteran this offseason, adding Elijah Mitchell in free agency. However, Smith is my favorite Chiefs running back in best ball drafts despite being a seventh-round pick. Last year, he had 1,332 rushing yards and 14 touchdowns. Don’t be surprised if Smith ends this season as the team’s top-scoring fantasy running back.
Dont’e Thornton Jr. (LV) — ADP: 193.3 | WR79
While the Raiders used a second-round NFL Draft pick on Jack Bech, Thornton was the talk of minicamp last month. The fourth-round rookie has big-play abilities, leading college football in yards per reception last season at Tennessee (25.4). Don’t be surprised if Thornton has some spike weeks, playing a similar role for Pete Carroll that DK Metcalf did early in his career.
Mike Williams (LAC) — ADP: 215.5 | WR104
Williams had an awful 2024 season, ending the year outside the top 100 wide receivers. He split time between the New York Jets and Pittsburgh Steelers, averaging 3.2 PPR fantasy points per game. However, the veteran was coming off a significant knee injury. More importantly, Williams is back in Los Angeles with Justin Herbert. The last time he caught passes from Herbert, the veteran averaged 16.7 fantasy points per game.
NFC East
Jaydon Blue (DAL) — ADP: 145.3 | RB46
While Blue was a Day 3 NFL Draft pick, the rookie landed in an excellent fantasy situation. Last year, Javonte Williams and Miles Sanders ranked in the bottom 16 among 70 running backs with at least 55 rushing attempts in yards per attempt. While it might be too early to call him the next De’Von Achane, Blue could have a similar rookie year with two ineffective veteran running backs ahead of him on the depth chart.
Jameis Winston (NYG) — ADP: 216.1 | QB39
Fantasy players should only consider picking Winston in superflex or deeper best ball drafts. Russell Wilson will be the Week 1 starter for New York. However, he could get hurt or benched, opening the door for Winston. Last year, the veteran quarterback averaged 20.4 fantasy points per game over his first six starts, totaling 23.6 or more in half the contests.
Will Shipley (PHI) — ADP: 183.2 | RB56
Everyone knows Saquon Barkley’s chances of getting hurt this season are up because of his massive workload last year. Yet, the Eagles let Kenneth Gainwell walk in free agency, only adding A.J. Dillon to the backfield. Therefore, Shipley is in line to be the superstar’s handcuff. Last season, he flashed during Philadelphia’s blowout playoff win over the Washington Commanders, totaling 13.7 PPR fantasy points on limited touches.
Jacory Croskey-Merritt (WAS) — ADP: 215.1 | RB71
Many expected the Commanders to use an early pick in the NFL Draft on a running back. Instead, they waited until the last round to select Croskey-Merritt. He only played in one game last year because of eligibility issues. However, the rookie was outstanding in 2023, totaling 1,190 rushing yards and 17 touchdowns. Don’t be surprised if Croskey-Merritt is the team’s top running back by Halloween.
NFC North
Kyle Monangai (CHI) — ADP: 214.6 | RB70
D’Andre Swift should be the Bears’ lead running back. However, Monangai could push Roschon Johnson out of the No. 2 role in the backfield. He had over 1,200 rushing yards and at least eight touchdowns in back-to-back years to end his college career. Monangai is a physical runner who could steal the David Montgomery role from Johnson, potentially scoring double-digit touchdowns as a rookie.
Tim Patrick (DET) — ADP: 215.9 | WR128
The Lions have a tight-nit offense, with most of the volume going to five players. However, Patrick had a solid 2024 season after missing the previous two years with significant injuries. The veteran wide receiver averaged 1.5 receiving touchdowns and 17.7 PPR fantasy points per game in the two contests with more than four targets last season. Patrick is an injury to Jameson Williams away from significant upside.
MarShawn Lloyd (GB) — ADP: 199.6 | RB61
Last year was one to forget for Lloyd. The former third-round rookie only played in one game because of multiple injuries. He had six rushing attempts for 15 yards and 2.8 PPR fantasy points in Week 2. However, the Packers didn’t add anyone to the backfield this offseason, meaning Lloyd is the favorite to be the team’s No. 2 running back. He could have league-winning value if Josh Jacobs misses significant time with an injury.
J.J. McCarthy (MIN) — ADP: 128.3 | QB18
Unfortunately, McCarthy missed his rookie year with a significant knee injury he suffered during the preseason. However, he played well in that lone game, totaling 188 passing yards, two touchdowns, and 15.3 fantasy points on only 17 attempts. More importantly, McCarthy has an elite set of weapons and an improved offensive line. Don’t be surprised if he has a Patrick Mahomes-lite sophomore year.
NFC South
Ray-Ray McCloud III (ATL) — ADP: 213.5 | WR90
After spending most of his career as a special-teams contributor, McCloud found fantasy success in 2024. He finished as the WR50, averaging 8.3 PPR fantasy points per game. His 87 targets were a career-high, only 19 fewer than his past three years’ total combined. More importantly, McCloud had a couple of spike weeks, including 16.1 PPR fantasy points on 11 targets late in the season.
Adam Thielen (CAR) — ADP: 166.7 | WR70
Last year, Thielen finished as the WR52, averaging 13.9 PPR fantasy points per game, his highest average since 2021. However, the veteran was the WR27 on a points-per-game basis among wide receivers with at least nine contests, posting a higher average than Tyreek Hill (12.8) and Zay Flowers (12.3). While Tetairoa McMillan should be the Panthers’ top wide receiver, Thielen could have significant value if the rookie struggles.
Devin Neal (NO) — ADP: 215.1 | RB72
Unfortunately, the Saints won’t have much of an impactful passing attack this season with their awful quarterback situation. Therefore, expect new head coach Kellen Moore to lean on the rushing attack. Alvin Kamara is still one of the top running backs in the NFL. However, he has missed at least three games in three of the past four years with injuries. Neal should be the No. 2 guy in the backfield.
Jalen McMillan (TB) — ADP: 162.2 | WR68
McMillan was the WR8 over the final five weeks last season, averaging 19.8 PPR fantasy points per game. Yet, many are out on him because the Buccaneers used their top draft pick on Emeka Egbuka. However, he can still be a value at his current ADP. Chris Godwin is coming off a significant leg injury and likely won’t be 100% healthy this year, creating a pathway for McMillan to have fantasy upside.
NFC West
Michael Wilson (ARI) — ADP: 180.5 | WR75
While many thought the Cardinals would add a big-name wide receiver in free agency or the NFL Draft, the team didn’t add any meaningful pass catchers, showing their faith in Wilson. Last season, he was the WR61, averaging 7.8 PPR fantasy points per game. Yet, don’t be surprised if the former Stanford star has a third-year breakout in Drew Petzing’s offense, especially if Marvin Harrison Jr. fails to build off a disappointing rookie season.
Jordan Whittington (LAR) — ADP: 215.4 | WR103
Fantasy players thought they found the next Puka Nacua last year. Whittington had 11 receptions on 17 targets for 126 receiving yards and 23.6 PPR Fantasy points in two preseason games. Unfortunately, he didn’t make an impact during the regular season. Yet, don’t be surprised if Whittington earns a role behind Nacua and Davante Adams in 2025, putting him an injury away from a starting spot in Sean McVay’s offense.
Demarcus Robinson (SF) — ADP: 215.8 | WR116
Robinson was the WR62 last season, averaging a career-high 7.3 PPR fantasy points per game. However, the veteran is capable of spike weeks. Last year, he had two games with 17.5 or more fantasy points despite totaling only 12 targets in those contests. Furthermore, Robinson’s seven receiving touchdowns led the Los Angeles Rams. The veteran joined the 49ers this offseason, whose wide receiver room is currently dealing with multiple injuries.
Tory Horton (SEA) — ADP: 215.6 | WR107
The Seahawks underwent massive changes at the wide receiver position this offseason, replacing DK Metcalf and Tyler Lockett with Cooper Kupp and Marquez Valdes-Scantling. Unfortunately, Kupp has struggled with injuries, while Valdes-Scantling has never been a consistent contributor. Yet, Seattle waited until the fifth round of the NFL Draft to add a wide receiver, selecting Horton. Don’t be surprised if he takes Valdes-Scantling’s starting role by midseason, if not sooner.
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