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It is never too early to look into the 2025 rookie class. We dive into the first round to give an early idea of what to expect in a Superflex draft. This draft took place in late January and looked at the prospects drafted at the time. The only context provided was Superflex roster settings and PPR scoring.

There will undoubtedly be fluctuation in the prospects as the offseason progresses. For now, it is important to keep an eye on the top prospects as we navigate the offseason. Let's jump into the draft.

2025 Superflex Rookie Mock Draft

1.01 - Ashton Jeanty, RB, Boise State

Dan Hindery - This was an easy pick to make. Ashton Jeanty has the size to handle a true workhorse role, with the potential to play 80% or more of the snaps. His skill set is exceptional, highlighted by his excellent pass-catching ability, breakaway speed, and physical running style. Built with a compact and dense frame, Jeanty is a challenge for defenders, showcasing elite contact balance that makes him difficult to bring down. His patient approach allows him to set up blocks effectively, and when he finds daylight, his burst and acceleration make him a dangerous playmaker. Jeanty also has impressive lateral explosiveness, seamlessly stringing together cuts to navigate through defenses. His skill set and projected role give him the potential to emerge quickly as a high-end fantasy RB1, as Bijan Robinson has. Jeanty's upside is already reflected in early 2025 best ball drafts, where he's being selected as a top-10 running back in the middle of the second round. This combination of talent, opportunity, and expected draft capital makes him the easy call at 1.01. 

1.02 - Tetairoa McMillan, WR, Arizona

Jeff Bell - If Malik Willis taught me anything, it is to defer to safety in pre-draft rookie drafts. Tetairoa McMillan is about as safe as they come. He looks locked in with Top 10 draft capital with a stretch to teams like New England and Carolina, who possess exciting young quarterbacks and a significant need for a top receiving target.  

McMillan's physical package projects perfectly to that top option. His college production shows he is comfortable handling that responsibility. Current mock draft markets have him as the favorite to be the top position player selected, and a scenario that sees him outside of Round 1 looks nearly impossible. Playing it safe does not mean sacrificing upside. It just means not swallowing a grenade voluntarily. 

1.03 - Omarion Hampton, RB, North Carolina

Jason Wood - Although Ashton Jeanty will be the consensus first-overall pick in rookie drafts, and with good reason, Hampton is an elite consolation prize. The 6-foot-0, 220-pound dynamo is a two-time All-ACC player and was a Doak Walker finalist in 2023. The powerhouse ran had back-to-back 1,500-yard, 15-touchdown rushing seasons, made all the more impressive when you consider how opposing defenses keyed on him in 2024 with quarterback Drake Maye gone to the NFL. Hampton is an aggressive zone runner and will need to land on a team that utilizes his strengths. Like most young running backs, he also needs to improve his blocking, but given his size and strength, that shouldn't be a problem. With the NFL re-discovering the value of a strong rushing attack, I expect we'll see a handful of rookie tailbacks make a major fantasy impact. Hampton will be one of them, presuming a GM understands where his "hit the hole and go" style works and where it won't.

1.04 - Cam Ward, QB, Miami

Sam Wagman - Cam Ward makes all the sense to be the first quarterback off the board and should wind up in either a Titans, Browns, or Giants uniform when the dust settles in Round 1 of the NFL Draft. He had a stellar five-year college career but really turned it up in 2024 with a 39:7 TD:INT ratio, his best statistical season in his first year as a Miami Hurricane. Ward excels as a mobile pocket passer, able to connect on downfield throws at a high rate while showcasing great improvisation skills when things break down on a play. His decision-making in some of those cases can be questioned, but his ceiling throwing the football far outweighs the risks. In a weak quarterback class, Ward is one of the few prospects who stands out immediately.

1.05 - Shedeur Sanders, QB, Colorado

Ryan Weisse - Shedeur Sanders and Cam Ward are widely viewed as a 1a/1b combination, and there are arguments for either to be the top quarterback. There is little reason to think Sanders won't be a Day-1 starter for the team that drafts him. Like Caleb Williams, he's not the most loved personality, but his skills cannot be denied. He finished two seasons at Colorado with over 7,300 yards, 64 touchdowns, and just 13 interceptions. I took the fifth pick to see if I would struggle with a choice between the best position player or Jalen Milroe. Instead, I got the guy who could be the top pick in a few Superflex drafts.

1.06 – TreVeyon Henderson, RB, Ohio State

Mike Kashuba - The lackluster performance of last year's running back class might push ADP into weird spots, but this class has the juice. Henderson is an exceptional pass catcher with a nasty streak in the pass-blocking game. It wouldn't surprise anyone if Henderson catches 50+ passes a year at the next level, and in PPR leagues, he's a priority target.

On top of his receiving ability, Henderson has the burst to turn any run into a house call. Over 20% of his carries went for over ten yards at Ohio State. His college stats would be even more impressive if he wasn't sharing the backfield with Quinshon Judkins, an elite thumper in his own right. If any back can fill in a Jahmyr Gibbs role and be fantasy-relevant, it's Henderson.

1.07 - Luther Burden, WR, Missouri

Josh Fahlsing - I struggled between Burden and Quinshon Judkins or Kaleb Johnson here, but ultimately, I was happy to go with the player who I think could challenge Tetairoa McMillan to be the best WR in the class. I won't complete my rookie evaluations until after the NFL Combine and NFL Draft data sets are in, but I expect Burden to check the box in every category I consider, which would give him a rookie eval score on par with Marvin Harrison Jr., Rome Odunze, and Jayden Reed from the past two rookie classes.

If Burden grades out as I hope, he will provide some lucky NFL team with prototypical size and speed and a history of early production and college dominance. In his most current mock draft, Daniel Jeremiah sent Burden to the Houston Texans with the 25th overall pick. With Stefon Diggs on the way out and Tank Dell dealing with a nasty knee injury, Burden could settle in early as C.J. Stroud's main option. Dynasty managers could do worse than that combination of profile and opportunity with the seventh overall pick.

1.08 - Kaleb Johnson, RB, Iowa

Jeff Haseley - Kaleb Johnson, at 6-foot-0 and 225 pounds, possesses the build of a classic every-down back. However, his skill set extends beyond the ground game, making him a valuable asset as a receiver. This dual-threat ability significantly enhances his draft stock. In his junior season, Johnson showcased his dominance with 262 touches across 12 games, accumulating 1,725 yards and 23 touchdowns. His 1,537 rushing yards and 21 rushing scores led the Big Ten. At only 21 years old, his potential is immense. Johnson exhibits NFL-caliber traits, most notably a strong work ethic. While Ashton Jeanty may be considered the top running back in this draft, Johnson is a close contender. I am ecstatic to select him with the 8th overall pick.

1.09 - Travis Hunter, WR, Colorado

Corey Spala - The main active criticism impeding Travis Hunter's dynasty outlook is the uncertainty within his wide receiver designation. There is speculation he will only play cornerback while providing limited offensive snaps, but no official word is out as he is not on an NFL team just yet. There is no doubting his talent and ability to play the position; he is the most talented wide receiver in the class. I was reminded that it should not matter if Hunter gets limited offensive snaps as long as he is being targeted with those snaps. For reference, Terry McLaurin averaged 6.9 targets per game, and DeVonta Smith averaged 6.8 targets per game.

If Hunter gets 15 offensive routes per game, it should not matter if he is being targeted on half of those routes. I would imagine the team who drafts him will have a decisive plan to utilize his offensive ability. The unknown drives Hunter's value down to this selection, while his talent solidifies his outlook.

1.10 – Emeka Egbuka, WR, Ohio State

Jeff Blaylock - Emeka Egbuka is a savvy, physical receiver who creates separation as much with technique as athletic ability. He's not the biggest or fastest receiver in the class, but he may be one of the best at gaining yards after the catch. Egbuka precisely runs a full route tree. He is versatile enough to line up anywhere, though teams will likely use him primarily in the slot. He can take short passes down the field with his running ability, which sets him up as a prime target for screens and slants, and he has enough speed and agility to get behind the secondary for deeper throws. He could also be a weapon in special teams, particularly if the NFL tweaks the dynamic kickoff rule to encourage more returns.

Egbuka is Ohio State's all-time leader in receptions (205) receptions and receiving yards (2,868) despite playing largely as the second option to Marvin Harrison Jr. in 2022 and Jeremiah Smith in 2024. He missed part of the 2023 season because of an ankle injury, which required surgery. He has strong hands and can adjust well to the ball, but his ability to make contested catches could limit his effectiveness in tighter coverage situations. Nothing about him screams elite prospect, but everything about him points to a high-floor receiver who can start immediately in the NFL. I will take this kind of a player with the 10th pick of a rookie draft any year.

1.11 - Tyler Warren, TE, Penn State

Matt Bitonti - Teams are going for it on fourth and short more than ever. The tush push isn't getting banned. But what if your quarterback isn't Josh Allen (huge) or Jalen Hurts (squat rack monster)? Enter Tyler Warren, one of the best players in Penn State history, a high school quarterback who kept growing. At 6-foo-6 and 260, his hands are soft; his vertical leap and broad jump are world-class. His understanding of where to settle in a zone is unmatched. To use all the acronyms, he's an F in a Y body, a YAC monster. Pro comparison? He's Dallas Goedert crossed with Taysom Hill gadget quarterback. This isn't a tight end who will fumble the snap. Warren will dump fantasy points in all categories: as a passer, receiver, and td-vulture. In a historic tight end year, this dude is the pick of the litter. Also note I heavily considered Judkins and don't expect either player to realistically be at 1.11 by the time we get to the season.

1.12 - Colston Loveland, TE, Michigan

Corey Spala - Colston Loveland is my current number-one tight end, and I am ecstatic this class can drive him down to this selection. He posted the highest receiving yards market share among all power conference tight ends dating back to 2010. Additionally, he is the only tight end with over 2.0 yards per route run versus man and zone since 2018. He may not have had the box score stats to drool over, but his individual metrics and play on tape do. Loveland is currently not a popular selection here. However, seeing Loveland's value rise throughout the offseason would not be surprising.

2025 Rookie Content

This series will continue to provide updates following touchpoints surrounding the 2025 rookie class. The next article will follow the Senior Bowl, providing a two-round mock draft. Stay on the lookout for our 2025 rookie ADP, too! If you are interested in a 30-minute listen on the 2025 class, you can listen here from our Dynasty Podcast with Jeff Bell and Jagger May.