As this monthly article enters its second decade, I like to switch things up from time to time to keep things fresh. The usual format is a position-by-position breakdown of player values. But for years, I've been curious to see how this piece would look if I approached it from a team-by-team perspective instead. With the NFL Draft just a few weeks away—and most of the recent value movement driven by free agency—April felt like the perfect time to experiment.

This will likely be a once-a-year format (with plans to bring it back next April), so if it's not your thing, rest assured we'll return to the usual layout in May.

So why go team by team?

There are a few reasons why I wanted to try this approach for the April update:

• It's a fresh way to view player values, helping us focus on each player's short- and long-term role within the context of his own offense.

• It adds valuable context to each team's free agency strategy, making it easier to evaluate the bigger picture beyond just individual moves.

• This format lets me dig deeper into contract structure. For example, some signings reported as three-year deals are actually one-year commitments with pricey team options in later years (Stefon Diggs, Cooper Kupp). Others, like Evan Engram, are structured more like true multi-year deals.

• It provides a natural framework for discussing NFL Draft needs—and which current players stand to gain or lose value based on who's added later this month.

• And finally, it's a useful lens for spotting undervalued or overvalued offenses as a whole, not just individual players.

The team-by-team breakdowns below is sorted by total team value in the dynasty trade value chart (Superflex scoring). 

Draft Season Resources

Early April is like Christmas for draft nerds like me. The amount of high-quality draft content available this time of year is incredible, and I wanted to highlight a few of my personal favorites:

• The Footballguys Rookie Guide – Dave Kluge, Alfredo Brown, Jeff Bell, Mike Kashuba, and others at Footballguys have put together a fantastic rookie guide. It's linked directly on the site and is a great place to start your prep.

• Matt Waldman's Rookie Scouting Portfolio – Released April 1st, this is the gold standard when it comes to in-depth, film-based scouting. Matt's RSP is a must-read every single year.

• Go Long's Rookie Series – These are a personal favorite of mine. They feature extensive quotes from scouts and front-office personnel, offering a unique insight into the top prospects at each position. The skill-position writeups are already live.

• Dane Brugler's "The Beast" – Set to release next week, this is a comprehensive guide to each prospect's background, story, and evaluation. An essential resource.

If you're prepping for your rookie drafts, be sure to check out the Dynasty Trade Value Chart tool for the latest values. I'll be updating it regularly throughout the month as I digest all of the content above, track rumors about draft capital, and monitor prospect movement.

Dynasty Tools Update

Dynasty Trade Value Chart Tool

As always, rookie values—and all player values—are being updated regularly in the Dynasty Trade Value Chart tool (linked above).

New this month: I'll be rolling out a Change Log tab. This will let you see exactly when each player's value was updated, how much it changed, and a brief explanation from me about why the change was made. 

Sleeper League Evaluator

The Sleeper League Evaluator tool is getting a major 2025 refresh immediately following the NFL Draft. It will be fully updated with league-specific trade values, rookie rankings, and a new-and-improved trade calculator to give you the best possible edge heading into your rookie drafts. I'm really excited for you to see what's coming later this month and will link the latest update in May's article.

Team-By-Team Dynasty Trade Values (Superflex)

The team-by-team breakdowns below are sorted by total team value in the dynasty trade value chart. The total dynasty value of all players currently on each roster is listed in parentheses next to the team name. Please note that the values in the tables below are Superflex and tailored to a 12-team league with full PPR scoring. If you want non-Superlex values or values tailored to your specific league size, scoring settings, and starting lineup requirements, please check out the Dynasty Trade Value Chart tool linked above. Let's dive in.

1. Cincinnati Bengals (158.0)

The Bengals doubled down on their offensive core this offseason, locking in Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins with extensions that should keep them in Cincinnati through at least 2028. With Joe Burrow already secured long-term, the franchise is clearly committed to maintaining one of the league's most explosive offenses. Whether this offense-heavy team-building approach can deliver a Super Bowl remains to be seen, but from a fantasy perspective, it's excellent news. Like in 2024, expect the Bengals to be a team regularly involved in shootouts over the coming seasons. Chase and Higgins finished first and second, respectively, in fantasy PPG at the wide receiver position last season.

NFL Draft: With just six picks and a roster that still has major holes, particularly on defense, don't expect Cincinnati to spend early draft capital on skill positions. A starting-caliber guard in the first two rounds feels like a must, and defensive help will likely dominate the team's overall draft strategy. That's good news for dynasty managers: the main skill position contributors for 2025 are already on the roster. The Bengals could add a Day 3 running back and perhaps a wide receiver or tight end in the sixth round, but unless they surprise and take a running back earlier than expected, Chase Brown could emerge as a post-draft dynasty riser.

2. Detroit Lions (154.4)

The Lions are sticking with what worked. They retained depth pieces like Craig Reynolds and Tim Patrick and will essentially run it back with the same core of skill position players that helped lead the NFL in scoring last season (33.1 PPG). It's a vote of confidence in one of the league's most balanced and explosive offenses.

NFL Draft: Don't expect Detroit to add any major competition at the skill positions. The top fantasy contributors in this offense are locked in and should remain together for years to come. What fantasy managers should hope for, however, is continued investment in the offensive line. With Kevin Zeitler departing and several key linemen aging, maintaining dominance in the trenches will be crucial to keeping this offense at an elite level.

3. Philadelphia Eagles (128.8)

The Eagles made a major commitment to Saquon Barkley, signing him to a lucrative deal that could keep him in Philadelphia for up to four seasons, with guaranteed money through 2026. Fantasy managers should feel great about Barkley's outlook for 2025 and 2026—his age 28 and 29 seasons—especially considering the elite offense surrounding him. Like Derrick Henry, Barkley has the profile to defy typical aging curves and remain productive into his 30s. Meanwhile, Dallas Goedert is entering the final year of his contract, and the Eagles appear more inclined to trade him now than to offer an extension or risk losing him for nothing in free agency. His departure would slightly boost the outlooks for DeVonta Smith and A.J. Brown. Philadelphia added depth at tight end with the signings of Harrison Bryant and Kylen Granson, joining Grant Calcaterra.

NFL Draft: If Goedert is traded, tight end would quickly become a major need despite the depth pieces in place. While top prospects like Colston Loveland or Tyler Warren might require a trade up, the 32nd overall pick falls right in the projected range for tight ends like Mason Taylor and Elijah Arroyo.

4. Atlanta Falcons (125.1)

The Falcons have surprisingly held onto Kirk Cousins longer than expected, but it would still be a surprise if he's on the roster in 2025. A post-draft trade to a quarterback-needy team like the Browns could make sense for both sides. Beyond the uncertainty at quarterback, it's been a quiet offseason for Atlanta's offense. The key pieces are already in place, and the focus moving forward will be on internal development and hoping for a leap from the team's young core in 2025.

NFL Draft: At the NFL Combine, only defensive assistants joined general manager Terry Fontenot and head coach Raheem Morris in Indianapolis. The Falcons reportedly conducted 45 official interviews—every one of them with defensive prospects. All signs point to a defense-heavy draft, which is great news for fantasy managers invested in the Atlanta offense. The skill position depth chart looks settled heading into 2025.

5. Baltimore Ravens (117.5)

It's been a quiet offseason for Baltimore's skill positions, with most of the key pieces already in place. The lone notable addition is DeAndre Hopkins, who joins on a modest one-year deal to upgrade the WR3 spot. One situation worth monitoring is the future of the tight end room. Mark Andrews and Isaiah Likely are both talented, but neither is a strong blocker, making it difficult to consistently deploy them together in 12-personnel. With both players set to hit free agency after the 2025 season, it's unlikely the Ravens can afford to keep both. Likely, who turns 25 later this month, is entering his prime and will likely command a sizable contract in 2026. From a dynasty perspective, a split would benefit both players' long-term value. He is a strong buy-low candidate for the longer term if the Ravens bring back both tight ends in 2025.

NFL Draft: Expect the Ravens to address the running back position by the middle rounds at the latest. In fact, they're a sneaky candidate to take a running back in the first two rounds. Derrick Henry has looked ageless, but the Ravens are aware that Father Time is undefeated—and Henry is already seeking more guaranteed money. While the team values Justice Hill, adding a young, high-upside back who could eventually take over as the lead option makes plenty of sense.

6. Buffalo Bills (117.2)

The Bills gave a quiet vote of confidence to Khalil Shakir, signing him to a long-term extension that offers a slight boost to his dynasty value. However, volume remains a concern. Despite Josh Allen's elite talent, Buffalo ranked just 28th in passing attempts last season. The addition of Joshua Palmer on a surprisingly pricey deal ($12 million per year) further complicates things. While the move is a boost to Palmer's value, it muddies the outlook for the rest of the Bills' pass catchers. There are plenty of mouths to feed, but not enough targets to go around.

NFL Draft: The Bills are expected to focus primarily on the defensive side of the ball in this year's draft, which means the current offensive depth chart should largely hold heading into 2025.

7. Minnesota Vikings (106.7)

After exploring the veteran quarterback market in free agency, the Vikings ultimately went all-in on J.J. McCarthy. He'll step into one of the league's best offensive environments, playing behind a strong offensive line—especially after upgrades to the interior—and surrounded by a trio of elite pass catchers. In the backfield, Aaron Jones returns and will be joined by Jordan Mason, forming a potential 1-2 punch. While Mason could slightly eat into Jones' workload, the reduced touches might actually boost Jones' efficiency. The bigger concern for fantasy managers is Mason's potential to take over as the preferred goal-line option.

NFL Draft: With only four total picks—and just one in the top 90—Minnesota is expected to focus on defense and the offensive line. The current skill position depth chart should remain largely unchanged, which is good news for fantasy continuity.

8. Arizona Cardinals (105.8)

The Cardinals made a major commitment to Trey McBride, signing him to a four-year extension that made him the highest-paid tight end in NFL history. Outside of that move, it's been a quiet offseason for Arizona's skill position group, with the core remaining largely unchanged.

NFL Draft: While the Cardinals could be in the market for an upgrade at WR2, they have more pressing needs on defense and along the offensive line. A skill position player in Round 1 seems unlikely, but don't rule out a wide receiver on Day 2 to complement Marvin Harrison Jr.. and bolster the passing attack.

9. Kansas City Chiefs (104.5)

The Chiefs retooled their backfield with low-risk additions, bringing back Kareem Hunt and signing Elijah Mitchell to one-year deals worth less than $2 million each. Both veterans will compete with Isiah Pacheco—and likely a rookie—for snaps in 2025. Kansas City let DeAndre Hopkins walk but retained Marquise Brown on a one-year deal worth up to $11 million with incentives. A healthy trio of Brown, Xavier Worthy, and Rashee Rice would give the Chiefs a ton of speed and present serious matchup problems for opposing defenses.

NFL Draft: Could Kansas City take a running back early? While the franchise may still be cautious after the Clyde Edwards-Helaire miss, the idea of adding a dynamic, dual-threat weapon to the backfield is intriguing. It might be exactly what this offense needs to reestablish itself as one of the league's most feared units.

10. Washington Commanders (97.4)

The Commanders are making a concerted effort to build around Jayden Daniels and avoid the kind of second-year regression that C.J. Stroud experienced. On paper, trading for Laremy Tunsil and Deebo Samuel Sr. looks like a big step forward. However, it's worth noting that Tunsil was already protecting Stroud last year, and Houston's addition of a low-cost veteran wide receiver last year (Stefon Diggs) didn't do much to move the needle. These moves help, but they aren't guaranteed to spark immediate offensive growth.

NFL Draft: The backfield tandem of Brian Robinson Jr. and Austin Ekeler offers reliability but lacks explosive upside. In a class expected to see around 20 running backs drafted by the end of Round 5, Washington is likely to be among the teams adding serious competition. A mid-round addition with big-play potential could shake up this backfield in a meaningful way.

11. San Francisco 49ers (93.7)

After years of aggressive spending, the 49ers have finally been forced to tighten the purse strings. In addition to key losses on defense, the team traded away Deebo Samuel Sr. to create cap space. The financial pressure is only going to increase with Brock Purdy expected to sign a long-term extension this offseason, likely averaging around $50 million per year. With Samuel now in Washington and Brandon Aiyuk potentially opening the season on the PUP list, the fantasy stock of Jauan Jennings and rookie Ricky Pearsall is rising. Both are being drafted in the sixth round of early best ball formats. In the backfield, the outlook for Christian McCaffrey remains strong following positive offseason health updates. With Jordan Mason traded and Elijah Mitchell gone in free agency, rookie Isaac Guerendo is currently penciled in as the top backup.

NFL Draft: Given the depth of this year's running back class and the departure of Mason, the 49ers are a strong candidate to add a mid-round back to bolster the depth chart behind McCaffrey.

12. Los Angeles Rams (93.0)

The Rams and Matthew Stafford have agreed to terms on a revised contract—though it has yet to be officially signed—that will keep him in Los Angeles. The team made a major splash by cutting Cooper Kupp and upgrading the WR2 spot with the addition of Davante Adams, who signed what amounts to a one-year, $26 million deal with an $18 million team option for 2026. Early best ball drafters are treating Puka Nacua as the clear WR1 in this offense, with a first-round ADP, while Adams is typically going in the late third to early fourth round. The Rams also extended Tutu Atwell on a $10 million deal, signaling that they see him as the WR3 ahead of Jordan Whittington and others.

NFL Draft: The Rams appear set at both running back and wide receiver, but tight end could be a spot to watch. While Tyler Higbee is serviceable, adding a dynamic, high-upside weapon at the position in the first couple of rounds would be a logical move for Sean McVay's offense.

13. Miami Dolphins (93.0)

The Dolphins made a few low-cost additions to round out their offensive depth chart. Nick Westbrook-Ikhine signed a two-year, $6 million deal and will compete with Malik Washington for the WR3 role. In the backfield, Alexander Mattison was added on a veteran minimum deal to battle rookie Jaylen Wright for backup duties behind De'Von Achane. The most significant upgrade came on the offensive line, with the signing of James Daniels, though additional reinforcements are still needed. Dynasty managers with shares of Achane should be rooting for a first-round offensive lineman to further solidify the trenches. Meanwhile, Zach Wilson was signed as a backup to Tua Tagovailoa.

NFL Draft: A versatile offensive lineman would be the dream first-round selection for fantasy managers invested in Miami's offense. However, the move that could shake things up most would be a mid-round running back addition to compete with Achane and Wright. The depth of this year's class makes that scenario more likely than it would be in a typical draft. Given Tagovailoa's injury history, a Day 2 or early Day 3 quarterback could also be in play—especially if Mike McDaniel isn't fully committed to the Zach Wilson reclamation project.