Tight end depth has been a perennial concern for Fantasy football managers, yet recent breakout performances from players like Sam LaPorta, Brock Bowers, and Trey McBride have enriched the tier of elite Fantasy tight ends. The talent pool saw additional depth with the first-round selections of Tyler Warren and Colston Loveland in the 2025 NFL Draft, though caution remains necessary. A surge of tight ends is expected in upcoming drafts, making real-time updates of 2025 Fantasy football rankings vital for preparation.
A tiered ranking system allows you to detect when a run begins, ensuring you’re positioned to secure the best choices at pivotal moments. Additionally, this system aids in identifying potential 2025 Fantasy football sleepers, breakouts, and busts, maximizing the value of each selection. Before cementing your 2025 Fantasy football draft plan, check SportsLine’s 2025 Fantasy football rankings and cheat sheets from the reliable computer model.
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Last year, the model foresaw Texas quarterback C.J. Stroud’s decline. Finishing as QB18, those who avoided drafting him early sidestepped significant headaches during Fantasy football matchups.
The same model holds a strong reputation for Fantasy football expertise, having predicted A.J. Brown’s sleeper season in 2020, successfully forecasting Jonathan Taylor’s landmark performance in 2021, and identifying Rachaad White’s breakout in 2023. It also previously labeled Derrick Henry (2019), Christian McCaffrey and Alvin Kamara (2018), and Davante Adams (2017) as standout sleepers.
Now, SportsLine has simulated the whole NFL season 10,000 times, releasing the latest 2025 Fantasy football rankings for PPR and non-PPR leagues, alongside numerous sleepers, breakouts, and busts. Visit SportsLine now to view them.
Top 2025 Fantasy Football Sleepers
One predicted sleeper is Miami Dolphins wide receiver Jaylen Waddle. After recording three successive 1,000-yard seasons, including 1,000 yards in 2023 despite playing only 14 games, Waddle fell off last season with just 744 yards and two touchdowns. His average dropped from 72.4 yards in 2023 to 49.6 yards per game last year. However, it seems the early Average Draft Position (ADP) in Fantasy leagues might be over-reacting to his singular poor season following three consistent years. Changes to Miami’s roster could lead to a strong rebound.
Waddle’s decline can partly be attributed to tight end Jonnu Smith’s emergence. However, with Smith traded to the Steelers during the offseason, Waddle stands to see a higher target share. If quarterback Tua Tagovailoa can maintain his health this season after playing only 11 games last year due to a concussion, Waddle’s output should increase as well. The model suggests there is substantial value waiting for a comeback from Waddle. Discover more Fantasy football sleepers for 2025 here.
Top 2025 Fantasy Football Breakouts
The model also identifies Colts wide receiver Josh Downs as a breakout player for 2025. After a solid rookie performance where he posted 771 yards and two touchdowns, Downs improved to 803 yards and five touchdowns in 14 games last season, despite playing three fewer games. With the Colts introducing substantial competition at quarterback through Daniel Jones, who has considerable starting experience, Downs could thrive if Richardson falters or gets hurt.
With hot and cold performances last year, Downs offers high reward potential; he has a chance to emerge as the top receiver for the Colts, making him a name to watch in 2025. Explore more breakouts for 2025 here.
Top 2025 Fantasy Football Busts
The model classifies Lions quarterback Jared Goff among the busts for 2025. Goff achieved personal bests last season, with records in completion percentage (72.4), total yards (4,629), touchdowns (37), QB rating (111.8), yet with changes in coaching staff, his performance may suffer.
With Ben Johnson, last season’s offensive coordinator, now coaching the Bears, Goff is expected to tail off in Fantasy rankings. Instead, options like Jets quarterback Justin Fields, available a few rounds later, may offer better value.
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