With the NFL season approaching, it’s the ideal moment for Fantasy football managers to finalize their 2025 draft strategy. This year’s rookie class brings both promise and unpredictability. Ashton Jeanty, a running back for the Raiders, is often regarded as the top rookie, yet his performance in the NFL remains uncertain. Similarly, Chicago Bears’ Colston Loveland and Indianapolis Colts’ Tyler Warren are viewed as potential game-changers at tight end.

Also noteworthy are other rookies such as Cam Ward (quarterback, Tennessee Titans), Travis Hunter (playmaker, Jacksonville Jaguars), and Tetairoa McMillan (wide receiver, Carolina Panthers). Each rookie carries the potential to be a Fantasy sleeper, but there’s also the risk of becoming significant busts. Before settling on your draft strategy, check out SportsLine’s Fantasy football rankings and cheat sheets.

Last season, the model forecasted that Bills running back James Cook would exceed his average draft position significantly, resulting in him achieving 1,009 rushing yards and 16 touchdowns, alongside 258 receiving yards. He ultimately ranked as RB8 in CBS Sports PPR leagues, establishing himself as a Fantasy superstar.

The model has a history of success in Fantasy predictions, having identified players like A.J. Brown as sleepers, alongside Jonathan Taylor’s breakout season in 2021. It also predicted declines for players like C.J. Stroud in 2024. Furthermore, those who wagered on past successful players such as Derrick Henry and Christian McCaffrey enjoyed fruitful seasons.

Currently, SportsLine has simulated the 2025 NFL season 10,000 times and has made its new Fantasy rankings and predictions available, featuring a host of sleepers, breakouts, and busts. Visit SportsLine for the complete rankings.

Top 2025 Fantasy Football Sleepers

One surprising sleeper is Vikings running back Aaron Jones, whose stock has fallen due to head coach Kevin O’Connell labeling him and Jordan Mason as a ‘1A-1B’ duo. This opens the door for some investment in Jones, who is now typically drafted as the 25th running back despite finishing as RB15 last year. He achieved 1,138 rushing yards and five touchdowns, while also catching 51 passes for 408 yards.

Steelers wide receiver D.K. Metcalf, traded from Seattle to Pittsburgh, is another sleeper. After experiencing a decline to WR34 last season, he now benefits from a strong connection with Aaron Rodgers, a future Hall of Famer. Despite losing some targets to George Pickens, Metcalf remains a top deep threat.

Currently drafted as WR24, Metcalf’s projection is strong, as the model anticipates he might finish as WR16. Check out other Fantasy sleepers here.

How to Find Proven 2025 Fantasy Football Rankings

SportsLine is optimistic about a veteran receiver expected to surprise with his production. This player is ranked as a shocking top-10 choice over younger stars, awaiting you at SportsLine with the details on the 2025 Fantasy rankings for each player.

So, which Fantasy sleepers should you prioritize, and who is poised to achieve a top-10 performance? Visit SportsLine for the 2025 Fantasy Football cheat sheets to learn more.