The 2025 NFL Combine has concluded and provides further information on the draft class. Typically, athletic testing is the main takeaway during this point of the offseason. The Combine should not be weighed heaviliy into your evaluation process. It should be used as a tool providing context to the dynasty outlook.
2025 Rookie Mock Draft - Superflex, PPR
Round 1
The first round will typically have a set top selections, more so at the top of the draft. There will be slight variance as the fifth-ranked asset may be the eighth-ranked asset to someone else. It is important to understand there are consensus top players.
1.01 - Ashton Jeanty, RB, Boise State
Corey Spala - Ashton Jeanty is the 1.01 in all formats. He consistently finds himself at the top of various models and arguably finds himself as one of the top running back prospects. He will be turning 22 years old in December. Jeanty has a bright dynasty outlook, and we should expect at least six seasons of top production. Do not over think this selection, it is a no brainer.
If the gap between Cam Ward and Shedeur Sanders is widening, the 1.01 is worth that much more.
— Jeff Bell (@4WhomJBellTolls) March 2, 2025
1.02 - Omarion Hampton, RB, North Carolina
Jeff Blaylock - Omarion Hampton's performance at the Combine has narrowed the perceived gap between him and Ashton Jeanty, who did not participate in on-field activities, for being the first running back drafted. The 221-pound Hampton ran the 40-yard dash in 4.46 seconds. No running back who ran it faster was taller or heavier. He displayed the explosiveness, power, and athleticism desired in a three-down workhorse, who is a threat as a short-yardage, goal-to-go option.
1.03 - Cam Ward, QB, Miami
Josh Fahlsing - Like Bo Nix and Jayden Daniels, Ward enters the NFL as a seasoned prospect ready to start on Day One. I'd like to see better collegiate rushing numbers and his hands measured on the small side, but the buzz after the NFL Combine is that Ward has separated himself from Shedeur Sanders and is solidly in play to be the first overall pick. The downside? He probably goes to a bad team. Still, as a fantasy prospect, I think his arc bends more toward Bo Nix than Kenny Pickett. I'll take that at the 1.03 in a Superflex.
1.04 - Tetairoa McMillan, WR, Arizona
Corey Spala - Tetairoa McMillan blends his 6-foot-5 frame with technical ability and fluidity with his route running and movement. He is a reliable catcher, utilizing his length for his contested catch ability and radius. McMillan is a safe selection, and I would be ecstatic to have him available at fourth overall.
1.05 TreVeyon Henderson, RB, Ohio State
Jeff Blaylock - TreVeyon Henderson demonstrated power and elite athleticism at the Combine. He ran the 40-yard dash in 4.43 seconds, tying for seventh-best among running backs. His 38.5-inch vertical jump and 10-foot, 8-inch broad jump ranked fourth and fifth among running backs, respectively. His college career demonstrates he is unsuited for a bell-cow role, but his versatility and explosiveness will make him an offensive coordinator's dream 1B in a two-man backfield.
1.06 - Quinshon Judkins, RB, Ohio St.
Josh Fahlsing - Before the Combine, I wrote that I wanted to see which running backs separated themselves into a second tier. With the Combine behind us, I think Judkins and Hampton are virtually neck-and-neck as the top back after Jeanty and form that second tier by themselves. I took Judkins five picks earlier in this post-combine version of this draft than I did on February 5 for many of the same reasons Blaylock liked Hampton at the 1.02. Draft capital and landing spot will be the last bit of data I'll use to differentiate these two running backs.
1.07 - Shedeur Sanders, QB, Colorado
Corey Spala - It should not be surprising to see Shedeur Sanders available with the seventh pick. I took a minute to decide if this was the selection I wanted. There is the unknown for his NFL Draft outlook, and this selection may ring similar to Will Levis or Malik Willis before knowing draft capital. A main concern was Sanders' competition level at Colorado, but he did throw for 70% completion, 21 total touchdowns, and four interceptions against Top 25 teams the last two seasons. If an NFL team believes Sanders is their guy with a first-round selection, this selection will be good value.
Shedeur Sanders will not be working out at the Combine this week.
— Footballguys Fantasy Football (@Footballguys) February 25, 2025
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1.08 - Jaxson Dart, QB, Ole Miss
Jeff Blaylock - Jaxson Dart did just enough at the Combine to claim the QB3 spot behind Cam Ward and Shadeur Sanders. Dart showed smooth mechanics, accuracy and touch throwing to all levels. Throughout his drills, Dart made it easy for the receivers with crisp, accurate throws that flew with plenty of zip. His deep bomb that hit a streaking Isaiah Bond in stride was a Combine highlight. He is calm and poised in the pocket and a dangerous runner outside of it. I project Dart as a second-round pick in the NFL draft, but he could hear his name called during the first round, given the number of quarterback-needy teams in the league.
1.09 - Emeka Egbuka, WR, Ohio St.
Josh Fahlsing - Death, taxes, and Ohio State wide receivers … is a phrase it pains me to write as a Michigan fan. Egbuka didn't run the 40 at the Combine, but I expect him to check that box whenever he does. We did get confirmed measurements, however, and at 6-foot-1 and 202 pounds, he is the ideal height and weight for a productive NFL wide receiver. He figures to be an instant impact player out of the slot for the NFL team that drafts him and reportedly met with the Bengals and Cowboys in Indianapolis. He could have a Ladd McConkey-type of impact on your fantasy team.
1.10 - Luther Burden III, WR, Missouri
Corey Spala - Luther Burden can arguably be the WR1 in the class. A main criticism knocking his value has been his dip in production from 2023 to 2024. Our Zareh Kantzabedian charted Burden's route tree to find out the context of the 2024 season:
The Short and Sweet:
— Zareh Kantzabedian (@ZKantzFF) February 28, 2025
Burden was underutilized as a route runner and shouldn't be sliding.
He earned 496 yards on 33 receptions (15 Y/R) on non-manufactured touches in 2024.
Give him a QB who won't overthrow him and a coach who'll use him significantly in the intermediate.
Burden has the talent and frame to succeed in the NFL: 94 percentile separation score while leading the nation in missed tackles forced. Unlike college, his NFL team should be exploiting his talents and utilizing them properly.
1.11 - Tyler Warren, TE, Penn State
Jeff Blaylock - A presumptive NFL first-round draft pick, Tyler Warren is a 6-foot-5, 256-pound Swiss army knife. The 2024 John Mackey Award winner as the nation's premier tight end had 104 receptions, 1,233 receiving yards, and eight touchdowns. He added another 218 rushing yards and four touchdowns as a runner. Warren also excels at blocking, which is a key attribute for staying on the field as a rookie, and he craves contact. Neither his standing as the top tight end in the class nor his draft stock should be affected by his decision not to participate in the Combine's workouts.
1.12 - Colston Loveland, TE, Michigan
Josh Fahlsing - I had my eyes on Warren here, but Blaylock knew that and won't let me have nice things. Fully on tilt, I guess at some kind of cellular level, I was compelled to take Loveland and cleanse myself after taking that Ohio guy at 1.09. He continues to recover from shoulder surgery and didn't participate in drills, but Loveland emerged from the Combine still on track to be picked in the first couple of rounds come April. He's a rangy, athletic tight end, and if he gets that kind of draft capital, he'll have a shot to contribute to your fantasy teams sooner rather than later.
Round 2
The second round of rookie drafts will have carryover prospects who can arguably be worth a first-round selection. The specific draft class strengths and weaknesses will be dependent on who will be available at various points within the round.
2.01 - Travis Hunter, WR, Colorado
Corey Spala - Travis Hunter will be a home run selection or a swing and a miss. This is not due to his talent but rather how his respective NFL team will utilize his talent on offense and defense. Hunter would be the WR1 if we knew he would not play defense. The unknown creates the value disparity in rookie drafts. I will bet on the talent here.
2.02 - Tre Harris, WR, Ole Miss
Jeff Blaylock - Tre Harris showed off his explosiveness at the Combine but little else. His 38.5-inch vertical jump tied for seventh best among wide receivers, and his 10-foot-5 broad jump tied for 13th best. His 40-yard dash time of 4.54 seconds was pedestrian for someone of his talents, and he declined to participate in any on-field drills. His tape shows an impressive ability to create separation, track deep balls, and snatch the ball out of the air even in traffic. He's both acrobatic in the field and a tightrope-walker along the sideline. Harris will bail out his quarterback by converting inaccurate throws into highlight-reel catches. He will be a second-round steal for a team that values tape over measurements.
2.03 - Jayden Higgins, WR, Iowa St.
Josh Fahlsing - I have Higgins behind McMillan and Burden and among a group of 6 or 7 wide receivers with very little to separate them after the Combine. We'll get more clarity come April, but for now, I'll take Higgins. The Iowa St. product ran fast, measured big, and projects as capable of playing all three wide receiver positions in the NFL. If he gets top 100 draft capital, he'll likely bubble up to the top of the second tier of wide receivers.
2.04 - Kaleb Johnson, RB, Iowa
Corey Spala - Kaleb Johnson will be a value in rookie drafts if we can draft him with the 16th overall selection. I am not worried about his 4.58 40-yard dash time. He led all draft-eligible running backs in plays that reached 20+ MPH during the 2024 season; he had eight, while TreVeyon Henderson had six. Johnson is smooth and has proven the ability to handle a large workload.
2.05 - Mason Taylor, TE, LSU
Jeff Blaylock - Mason Taylor's draft stock began to rise at the Senior Bowl and rose again after the Combine. Taylor did not run the 40-yard dash or other measurement drills, but he threw down a picture-perfect gauntlet in which he showed strong, soft hands while demonstrating smooth, aggressive footwork. His other on-field performances confirmed the athleticism and body control he displayed during three seasons at LSU. Taylor will not turn 21 years old until after the draft, and he will need to refine his blocking technique to see the field at the next level. With several other tight ends, notably Harold Fannin Jr. and Gunnar Helm, faltering at the Combine, Taylor has lifted himself into the second-round conversation.
2.06 - Elic Ayomanor, WR, Stanford
Josh Fahlsing - Blaylock does it again with Mason Taylor, so again, I pivot. Ayomanor is another player in that bunch I mentioned earlier with Higgins. As the 18th player off the board, you can do worse than a Canadian high school track star who moved to the US and produced at a high level in NCAA football. His work at the Combine confirmed his apparent athleticism, even after a serious knee injury early in his college career. If he gets Day Two draft capital in April, he should get a chance to produce for fantasy managers.
2.07 - Matthew Golden, WR, Texas
Corey Spala - When a wide receiver runs 4.29, it should be noted. When a wide receiver displays the ability to catch, it should be noted. Matthew Golden checks both boxes. He has the ability to play all three levels and provide separation with sudden, quick transitions. There are unverified rumors surrounding Golden being the first wide receiver taken. I am unsure if this is Combine bias, but his tape backs it up. This may be a testament to the depth of the class; I would be ecstatic to get Golden with the 19th overall selection.
2.08 - Jack Bech, WR, TCU
Jeff Blaylock - Jack Bech is a beast; his 19 bench press reps were the second-most among wide receivers testing at the Combine. His effortless-looking gauntlet drill showcased his strong hands and agile footwork. Bech is quicker than he is fast and runs routes crisply and efficiently. He attacks the ball, open spaces in the defense, and the defenders themselves when they try to cover him. Bech could be a star at the next level. He will quickly become his quarterback's best friend as a third-down chain mover running intermediate crossers and hitch routes.
2.09 - RJ Harvey, RB, UCF
Josh Fahlsing - RJ Harvey stood out even among a fast field of running backs in Indianapolis, clocking a 4.40 40-yard dash and measuring in at a stout 205 pounds. His combination of size, speed, and production coming out of the Combine closed the gap between him and the Hampton/Judkins tier. I still prefer those two backs, but I'll take a shot on Harvey as the 21st player off the board in this mock. We'll see if NFL teams are as impressed as I was once the NFL Draft rolls around.
Thinking about transitioning my entire identity to becoming an RJ Harvey fan. https://t.co/8z8fYl3MHE
— Dave Kluge (@DaveKluge) March 3, 2025
2.10 - Xavier Restrepo, WR, Miami
Corey Spala - Xavier Restrepo has the tape to back up his game and the short-area quickness, spatial awareness, and toughness to compete. I was impressed with his answers during interviews, and specifically when asked about his favorite receivers; he is a student of the game. Restrepo may struggle against NFL physicality and similar quickness. However, his competitiveness in continuing to learn and develop will hopefully sharpen his skill set.
2.11 - Cam Skattebo, RB, Arizona State
Jeff Blaylock - Cam Skattebo is a tough, agile, and physical bowling ball of a back. He's not the fastest, but his initial burst enables him to hit the line of scrimmage with impact. Skattebo did not run the 40-yard dash due to a hamstring injury, but that did not stop him from recording the third-best vertical jump (39.5 inches) among running backs. My biggest concern with Skattebo is whether he will get enough touches to make him consistently fantasy-relevant. Does he become the next James Conner, who is the consensus comp in our initial Rookie Draft Guide, or is he destined to be the next Kyle Juszczyk, a great fullback who's unusable in fantasy?
2.12 - Jalen Royals, WR, Utah State
Josh Fahlsing - You guessed it! Royals is another of the wide receivers I have bunched up in a second tier. Royals, at 6-foot-0 and 205 pounds, is smaller than Higgins and Ayomanor but still the right size to excel in today's NFL. He was generally viewed as a third-round NFL pick before the Combine and did nothing to dispute that notion over the weekend. I rely on people smarter than me for film study, and I'll be interested to hear what folks like Matt Waldman have to say when his Rookie Scouting Portfolio hits.
Round 3
The third round of your rookie drafts is important to your dynasty outlook. It should be noted that it is not expected to find the next Amon-Ra St. Brown asset. We should still utilize all information and provide an educated-based selection in this round.
3.01 - DJ Giddens, RB, TCU
Corey Spala - The third round is where you take high upside selections. Giddens is the epitome of this notion: 9.89u relative athletic score, 4.43 speed. It should be noted Jaylen Wright (9.80) had a similar RAS and was drafted in the fourth round (NFL). Giddens had an 85.0+ rushing grade each year and finished his last two years with 3,150 scrimmage yards.
3.02 - Devin Neal, RB, Kansas
Jeff Blaylock - Devin Neal was a workhorse at Kansas, averaging 200 carries over his last three seasons. Since 2022, he has amassed 3,636 rushing yards and 41 rushing touchdowns. His ball security is excellent; he fumbled just four times on 759 career carries. Neal's pass-catching abilities are best utilized on screens, where his one-cut running style and breakaway speed can lead to big plays. His Combine results were less than stellar, particularly his 40-yard dash time of 4.58 seconds, which placed 20th out of the 24 running backs who tested. As a result, he falls slightly on my board, not because I believe less in his talent and potential, but because I think NFL scouts will.
3.03 - Dylan Sampson, RB, Tennessee
Josh Fahlsing - We're taking shots by the time we get to the third round, and I like taking shots on fast running backs with a history of production playing a big-time college schedule. He's a little on the small side, but at 200 pounds still big enough for the NFL. He had a nose for the end zone at Tennessee, with 35 career touchdowns and a season where he had 22. Where my ears perk up is when I read that he could run a 40-yard dash in the 4.30s. I'll take a chance on that kind of speed, even if it's speculative, in the third round of a rookie draft.
3.04 - Bhayshul Tuten, RB, Virginia Tech
Corey Spala - Bhayshul Tuten had an impressive Combine and should rise in rankings. He has 4.32 speed at 206 pounds; De'Von Achane has 4.32 speed at 188 pounds. This is an upside selection similar to Giddens. We do not know how the NFL views the players, however, we do know the desired athleticism and speed is here. I will swing for the upside before knowing the NFL draft capital.
3.05 - Jaylin Noel, WR, Iowa State
Jeff Blaylock - Strong performances at the Senior Bowl and the Combine should propel Jaylin Noel into discussions for the second round. His measurables depict elite athleticism. His vertical jump (41.5 inches) and broad jump (11 feet, 2 inches) ranked first among wide receivers. His 10-yard split time of 1.51 seconds ranked fourth. His 6.82-second cone drill placed fifth, while his 23 bench press reps landed him in first place. Even more impressive, Noel sprinted through the gauntlet at a speed many other receivers did not show or do not possess. He's a steal at 3.05.
3.06 - Ollie Gordon III, RB, Oklahoma St.
Josh Fahlsing - When players like Harvey and Sampson move up my tiers, someone must be moving down. Gordon might be that someone. It isn't so much that I don't like Gordon as a prospect anymore. I just wanted him to be a little faster, and I think the running backs I took above him so far all have a better chance of being productive fantasy assets. That said, Gordon has produced in college, and a 4.61 40-yard dash time for a 226-pound running back might not be the red flag it first appears to be.
3.07 - Terrance Ferguson, TE, Oregon
Corey Spala - Terrance Ferguson impressed the most among the tight ends at the combine. He displayed the desired athletic traits for the tight end position to succeed for dynasty purposes. We want a tight end who has the speed and explosiveness to gain yards. Fortunately, Ferguson has a good catch radius and provides catching upside. The combination is noteworthy. The 30th overall selection here provides the upside needed in rookie drafts.
3.08 - Damien Martinez, RB, Miami
Jeff Blaylock - Sometimes, all you need to do at the Combine is avoid underwhelming numbers. Damien Martinez did exactly that, putting in a performance that neither impresses nor disappoints. His initial 40-yard dash was an underwhelming 4.58 seconds, but he followed it up with a 4.51-second effort, moving him into the middle of the pack. He is a patient, elusive runner who can bounce through gaps while shaking off tackles, but he lacks top-end speed. Martinez projects as a power back in a two- or three-back rotation that merits a fourth-round pick in the NFL draft.
3.09 - Tory Horton, WR, Colorado St.
Josh Fahlsing - It was pick 33 out of 36, and his name sounded enough like Torry Holt that I thought, why not. How's that for analysis? Horton was a big-time riser for me after the Combine, though that is probably due more to my lack of knowledge about him than anything he did in Indianapolis. He's another player I will want to hear more about from my film-watching friends, but he checks every other box for me - from dominator rating to breakout age to production.
3.10 - Isaiah Bond, WR, Texas
Corey Spala - Isaiah Bond proclaimed he would break the 40-yard-dash record but ran a 4.41. This appears to be the reason why he has fallen to this selection. He reached 24.17 MPH on the run, the second fastest among wide receivers over the last two combines. This selection is hoping an NFL team will develop his skillset and scheme in their offense.
3.11 - Tyler Shough, QB, Louisville
Jeff Blaylock - Only three quarterbacks have been selected so far, none since the eighth overall pick. Why is Tyler Shough my choice here over all the others? Because he raised his profile at the Senior Bowl, and his steady, solid Combine performance improved his draft stock the most among the participating quarterbacks. For analysts, the biggest knock against him is his age (He's 25.), but NFL scouts likely see his seven years of collegiate experience as an asset. Shough epitomizes a pocket-based game manager: methodical, accurate, and careful with the ball. His landing spot will be critical to his success, given his age. I can see him taking the starting job from Anthony Richardson and serving as a high-value backup in the systems used by the Rams, Dolphins, Niners, or Cowboys.
3.12 - LeQuint Allen, RB, Syracuse
Josh Fahlsing - Alfredo Brown posted a video touting Allen about a month ago, and since then, I've watched Allen steadily climb my running back tiers. Thanks, Alfredo. My analysis of Allen is incomplete. I still want to see where his 40 time, speed score, and burst scores fall, but his production as both a rusher and receiver, size, and Alfredo's initial film review make Allen a player I am happy to take a flyer on with the last pick of this draft.
LeQuint Allen is an early favorite of mine to be rookie sleeper.
— Alfredo Brown (@AlfredoABrown) January 25, 2025
• Led all RBs in targets and reception.
• Lines up at WR often.
• Surprising contact balance for his frame.
• Really patient runner.
• He’s only 20 years old.
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Notable Rookie Fallers
Below are noteworthy assets not selected in this mock draft. There may be context on why they have fallen, and it is not necessarily for alarming reasons.
Harold Fannin Jr., TE, Bowling Green
Corey Spala - Harold Fannin did not impress at the combine. He was being touted as the potential TE1, but the confirmation of his athletic testing has clouded his immediate outlook. His testing should not be surprising. His tape had evidence of this limited athleticism absent speed; his 10-yard-split is better than his 40-yard dash. The major surprise was his height, measuring smaller than we expected at 6032. Fannin did not fail the combine; he lost value given the rise of other tight ends and positions (e.g., B. Tuten, J. Royals). The obvious comparison is to Isaiah Likely, who had limited athleticism but has proven his pass-catching upside with Baltimore.
Jalen Milroe, QB, Alabama
Jeff Blaylock - I drafted Jalen Milroe at 2.07 in our post-Senior Bowl mock, calling him "the most athletically gifted quarterback in the class and the most likely to be a bust." My QB3 entering the Combine, Milroe left a few slots lower. Throwing to wide-open receivers on set routes without a whit of pressure in his face, Milroe was wildly inaccurate. He overthrew several targets, led one receiver out of bounds, threw behind some others, and exposed several more to what would have been big hits had it been an actual game. He showed undeniable arm strength, but he paired it with footwork that lacked the precision and technique shown by other quarterbacks. Ironically, he became more accurate as the throws became deeper, but I credit the receivers' ability to track the ball and adjust to it. Seeing Milroe on the Colts' home field, I couldn't help but compare him to Anthony Richardson, a quarterback who similarly has elite running ability and substandard accuracy.
Tez Johnson, WR, Oregon
Josh Fahlsing - I don't know if Johnson fell so much as he didn't rise, but either way, it was a disappointing Combine weekend. Johnson fell out of contention for my second tier of wide receivers, at least pending his draft capital and landing spot. He was smaller and, more importantly, slower than I hoped. If he runs faster at his pro day, or the NFL tells me they like him despite his measurables, he could rise back up my board. Until then, he is being left behind by a bigger, faster group of receivers.
Gunnar Helm, TE, Texas
Corey Spala - Gunnar Helm had an extremely disappointing combine. His relative athletic score was 3.55u with a 4.84u 40-yard dash. However, it was noted the following day that he twisted his ankle on a false start. He said nothing in the moment and continued to test. Teams could view this highly, given his competitiveness and grit to compete. He will do further athletic testing on his pro day.
A message from Abraham Lincoln on the combine performances of Tez Johnson, Harold Fannin Jr.. and Gunnar Helm pic.twitter.com/yOprMbW62L
— FF Mike Kash (@FFMikeKash) March 1, 2025
Sometimes, we all can use a good laugh. Let's not forget about the context surrounding situations.
More 2025 Rookie Content
If you want to listen to additional combine talk, check out Dave Kluge and Alfredo Brown talk about the NFL Combine winners and losers:
NFL Combine WINNERS and LOSERS
— Footballguys Fantasy Football (@Footballguys) March 3, 2025
Brought to you by @AlfredoABrown and @DaveKluge
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