On Tuesday, a friend sought my counsel for his dynasty league’s rookie-only draft, holding the No. 1 pick in a one-quarterback setup with a robust running back roster.

My advice was straightforward — don’t overthink it. You’re not passing on Ashton Jeanty.

The No. 6 pick of the NFL Draft from Boise State is ideally positioned with the Raiders, and he is set to shine immediately. His pairing with Pete Carroll and offensive coordinator Chip Kelly suggests Jeanty could rank among the top Fantasy running backs for years to come.

As anticipated, Jeanty was the top pick in this 12-team, one-quarterback, rookie-only mock draft with CBS Sports staff participating. The second pick stirs excitement, as managers may deliberate between selecting Travis Hunter of the Jaguars, Omarion Hampton from the Chargers, or Tetairoa McMillan of the Panthers.

Each choice has merit for the second pick, but let’s explore the outcomes of this mock draft. Securing Jeanty with the top pick is undoubtedly wise.

Our draft order included:

1. Robert Thomas, FFT Facebook Moderator
2. Dan Schneier, Senior Fantasy Editor
3. Dave Richard, Senior Fantasy Writer
4. R.J. White, Managing Editor, SportsLine and CBS Fantasy
5. Heath Cummings, Senior Fantasy Writer
6. Adam Aizer, FFT Podcast Host
7. Brandon Howard, Fantasy Editor
8. Meron Berkson, CBS Sports HQ Producer
9. Jacob Gibbs, SportsLine Fantasy Analyst
10. Jake Ignaszewski, FFT Social Media Coordinator
11. Joel Cox, CBS Sports VP Business Development
12. Jamey Eisenberg, Senior Fantasy Writer

Round 1:

1. Ashton Jeanty, RB, Raiders
2. Travis Hunter, WR, Browns
3. Omarion Hampton, RB, Chargers
4. Tetairoa McMillan, WR, Panthers
5. TreVeyon Henderson, RB, Patriots
6. R.J. Harvey, RB, Broncos
7. Matthew Golden, WR, Packers
8. Quinshon Judkins, RB, Browns
9. Colston Loveland, TE, Bears
10. Kaleb Johnson, RB, Steelers
11. Emeka Egbuka, WR, Buccaneers
12. Tyler Warren, TE, Colts

Hunter was selected second overall, which seems fitting. Given the timing of this rookie draft in April, expectations for Hunter will rise in 2025 and beyond, assuming he remains an offensive centerpiece in Jacksonville. But one must wonder if he might shift to a full-time cornerback role. The uncertainty surrounding his position complicates matters, particularly for those selecting him at such a high draft spot.

Hampton should be considered around the second or third pick in rookie drafts, positioning him as the No. 2 running back in this class, trailing Jeanty. He found a favorable landing with the Chargers after being chosen 22nd overall in Round 1. Even with Najee Harris set to share carries in 2025, his one-year contract could allow Hampton to take charge sooner rather than later.

I regard McMillan as the fourth top player in this class and second amongst receivers following Hunter. Ideally, he emerges as the No. 1 target for the Panthers, although he might contend for catches against Adam Thielen and Xavier Legette in 2025. Yet I do have reservations about Bryce Young as the right quarterback to unlock McMillan’s potential.

Henderson is likely to be the No. 3 running back drafted, while the competition for the fourth spot will see Harvey and Judkins debating for preference. My inclination is towards Harvey due to his fit in the Denver system; he may enjoy more passing roles than Judkins in Cleveland.

You will find Loveland slightly ahead of Warren at tight end due to the situation with quarterbacks in Chicago as compared to Indianapolis. Ben Johnson coaching the Bears also plays a role in preferring Loveland.

Round 2:

1. Luther Burden III, WR, Bears
2. Tre Harris, WR, Chargers
3. Cam Ward, QB, Titans
4. Jayden Higgins, WR, Texans
5. Cam Skattebo, RB, Giants
6. Jack Bech, WR, Raiders
7. Savion Williams, WR, Packers
8. Kyle Williams, WR, Patriots
9. Bhayshul Tuten, RB, Jaguars
10. Jaxson Dart, QB, Giants
11. Devin Neal, RB, Saints
12. Jaylin Noel, WR, Texans

Burden stands a chance of being a first-round choice if he can prove to be a dynamic playmaker for the Bears this season. Facing competition for targets from D.J. Moore, Rome Odunze, Loveland, and Cole Kmet may clutter his path to a strong Fantasy future. However, new coach Ben Johnson likely aims to use Burden effectively.

Burden adds to a talented group of receivers also including Bech, Harris, Higgins, and Kyle Williams, each set to play vital roles in their debut seasons.

Finally, we observed the first quarterbacks appearing on the draft in Round 2, with Ward and Dart suited for these picks. Ward is the only one poised to start in Week 1, while Dart may be a long-term prospect behind Russell Wilson for the Giants.

Skattebo and Tuten are running backs with promising upside. They could potentially lead their respective backfields, but their respective teams will weigh their choices wisely given their situations.