Early 2025 Rookie SF Rankings
The college football season is nearing an end and we’ll soon be entering the fantasy football playoff portion of the calendar. For many dynasty managers, that means putting the finishing touches on a championship roster, but for others, the look ahead to next season has already begun.
Hundreds or even thousands of dynasty rookies drafts will kick off soon after the final name is called on that Saturday afternoon. We don’t have time to waste, so let’s kick off Draft Season! Here is a very early look at the top-50 rookies for 2025 superflex dynasty rookie drafts.
TIER ONE
1. Tetairoa McMillan, WR Arizona
In most years, a quarterback would be the top option in superflex rookie drafts, but there are currently no clear standouts there. While others prefer the record-breaking back we’ll get to soon, I want Arizona’s McMillan at the top spot. The big-bodied receiver can do it all, making unreal catches look easy and bullying defenders for the ball. McMillan is a top-five overall player on Dane Brugler’s early big board and has been routinely projected as a top-ten draft pick.
2. Ashton Jeanty, RB Boise State
What an unreal season for Jeanty, who has piled up yards all season long. At 5’9” and 217 pounds, Jeanty brings ideal size to the league and has the pass-catching skills that dynasty managers covet. The run-away RB1 in the class, Jeanty is being ranked as a top-ten overall talent in the class and is expected to be selected in the first-round of the NFL Draft, a notable feat for any running back in this era of the NFL. I expect Jeanty to immediately be valued as a high-end dynasty RB1.
TIER TWO
3. Shedeur Sanders, QB Colorado
Being the son of Hall of Famer and current Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders, Shedeur has been in the spotlight for years, and he’s certainly embraced that. Sometimes, it’s difficult to overlook the expensive watches and brash attitude and remember that this is one of the most talented quarterbacks in the college game. Sanders has elite accuracy and ball placement, though he could improve on decision-making under pressure. Sanders has a good chance to be the top quarterback selected and even be the first player chosen in April’s NFL Draft.
4. Luther Burden, WR Missouri
It has been a difficult, up and down season for the Missouri offense and, as a result, star receiver Burden. Burden excels in the slot, showing off his elusiveness before flashing high-end ball-tracking skills. Burden fights for every ball and wins most of those battles. Seemingly a locked-in first-round NFL Draft pick, Burden will be a prize anywhere outside of the top-three picks in rookie drafts.
5. Cam Ward, QB Miami
One of the best stories of this college football season is Ward, who spurned the NFL a year ago, opting to transfer to Miami. He’s had a dominant season for the Hurricanes, proving himself to be a very good decision-maker in addition to his well-known elite arm. Despite being a senior and suiting up for his third college, Ward is still just 22 years old and is expected to be a top-ten NFL Draft pick.
6. Travis Hunter, WR/CB Colorado
The most talented player in college football is almost certainly Hunter, who plays on both sides of the ball for the Buffs. That dual role is leading to some early uncertainty in how to value the Heisman contender from a dynasty standpoint. Hunter sits atop the early big boards for both Brugler and ESPN’s Mel Kiper and is routinely found as the projected top overall selection in early mock drafts. If there is clarity that Hunter will be exclusively an offensive player, he likely does not fall this far in rookie drafts. Dynasty managers just need to hope to have a better understanding of Hunter’s future before investing a valuable pick in the talented star.
TIER THREE
7. Quinshon Judkins, RB Ohio State
Judkins surprised the college football world a year ago when he opted to leave Mississippi for Ohio State, which already rostered talented back TreVeyon Henderson. The duo has worked well together this season but Judkins has thrived. Judkins runs with power but also has necessary burst and speed for an NFL back. Judkins is on his way to new career-highs as a receiver but that area of his game is still viewed as a negative and could impact his early-career dynasty value.
8. Isaiah Bond, WR Texas
A speedy, big-play wideout, Bond was one of the many former Crimson Tide players to transfer away from Alabama following the retirement of Nick Saban. Bond landed at Texas and has served as a key piece of the Longhorns’ offense. Like many deep-threats, the concern for Bond is his playing strength and route running. Despite these knocks, he’s been projected as a mid-first round pick in the upcoming NFL Draft.
9. Kaleb Johnson, RB Iowa
Although he entered the college season as a lesser-known prospect in dynasty circles, Iowa’s Johnson has greatly boosted his stock this season. A big, strong runner, Johnson makes use of his 6’0”, 225-pound frame as a decisive runner and adequate pass-catcher. Johnson’s speed is what will cause some dynasty managers to stay away but his skill set is strong enough to keep him in the first-round of dynasty rookie drafts.
10. Omarion Hampton, RB North Carolina
Another powerful runner, Hampton is a beast and has been described as a violent runner. A rocked-up 5’11” and 219 pounds, Hampton has enjoyed another big season despite the Tar Heels woes this year. Hampton’s 1,475 rushing yards and 14 scores each lead the ACC this year. Hampton has plenty of upside and could end up climbing the ranks in the coming weeks and months.
11. Emeka Egbuka, WR Ohio State
Widely expected to be part of last year’s draft class, Egbuka surprisingly returned to college for another season. He hasn’t been able to live up or match the numbers from his breakout sophomore season, though his nine receiving scores are enough to lead the Big Ten. Known as a high-level route runner and run-after-catch weapon, Egbuka is the style of player that is valued more by the NFL than dynasty league managers. Based on very early mock drafts, he’s a lock to land on Day One, which should solidify his dynasty stock.
12. TreVeyon Henderson, RB Ohio State
The third Buckeye and second Ohio State running back among the top-12 is Henderson. He’s another player who was expected to be part of last year’s class before heading back to Columbus. In fact, when Henderson made his announcement, there was some expectation that he could even be the RB1 in the 2024 class. A major weapon in the open field, Henderson possesses big-play speed and elusiveness that is a coveted trait in today’s NFL. With Judkins in town, Henderson’s numbers have taken a hit but that could help make him an even better value dynasty pick.
TIER FOUR
13. Tre Harris, WR Mississippi
Harris fits the mold of an old-school NFL WR1, standing 6’2” and weighing just over 200 pounds. Harris can line up all over the field and uses his big frame to excel in contested-catch situations. This makes Harris a strong red-zone threat. His 1,030 receiving yards leads the SEC this season. Harris is likely a day-two NFL Draft pick, meaning his landing spot will go a long way in determining his dynasty value.
14. Jaxson Dart, QB Mississippi
One reason this quarterback class is currently viewed as below-average is the uncertainty surrounding so many of the possible members of the class. Dart is among those whose range of outcomes spans from QB3 in the class, where I have him ranked, or returning to college for another season. I love Dart’s combination of arm strength and mobility. He’s a potential Day One pick, if he opts to leave Ole Miss.
15. Elic Ayomanor, WR Stanford
A personal favorite, Ayomanor has been able to build on his impressive debut in 2023. Ayomanor is just a redshirt sophomore, so there is a strong chance he returns to college. Ayomanor has a unique balance of strength and speed but must improve on simple mistakes, like drops, as well as improve his route running. If the Stanford product does make the leap to the NFL, I expect him to be a steady riser throughout the pre-draft process.
16. Jalen Milroe, QB Alabama
If you’ve watched every Alabama game this season, you already know the story with the talented Milroe. At times, he’s played like a Heisman contender and potential QB1 in the class. Based on other games, it would be shocking if this player declared early for the NFL Draft. For now, we wait to see how Milroe’s season concludes, but the physical tools are all there. If Milroe is in this class, he likely moves up to the QB3 spot, if not higher, as he’s been projected as a potential top-ten pick.
17. Xavier Restrepo, WR Miami
Redshirt senior Restrepo enjoyed a breakout season a year ago and then stepped up even more this year, thanks to the arrival of new quarterback Ward. Restrepo is likely to man the slot and is consistently a tough target in the middle of the field. He’s not a player that oozes upside, which could hurt his dynasty value but make him an attractive pick in the second, or even third-round of rookie drafts.
18. Tyler Warren, TE Penn State
The coming months will be interesting to see how the battle for the TE1 spot. My current favorite is Penn State’s Warren, a blend of old school and new. Warren is a massive target and 6’5” and 260 pounds, but is also a refined route runner and very athletic. Warren has very good hands and excels at gaining yards after the catch and his football IQ is high as a former quarterback. He has a strong chance to land in the first round of the NFL Draft, which would surely increase his dynasty value.
19. Colston Loveland, TE Michigan
If the TE1 is not Warren, it’s likely Loveland from Michigan. The two are very similar as athletic, big men who can block and catch passes. Loveland is just a little more of a stiff, which is the difference for me in this early stage. Like Warren, Loveland is a strong bet to land in the NFL Draft’s first round. In fact, based on early mock drafts, he’s even more of a sure thing.
20. Nicholas Singleton, RB Penn State
This list is filled with players that once appeared to be first-round dynasty locks, but have struggled with injuries or production and have lost value before even making the league. Penn State’s Singleton is the first example of that. A former five-star recruit, Singleton still possesses huge upside, with impressive footwork and exciting explosiveness. Singleton has been part of a committee attack throughout his college career and has the upside that is ideal with a second-round dynasty rookie pick.
21. Evan Stewart, WR Oregon
Oregon’s Stewart is another example of a former elite-level prospect who has stumbled. In his case, Stewart has failed to capitalize on the expectations that came with a move to the Ducks. Stewart’s numbers have been fine this season but he has often been outproduced by teammate Tez Johnson. If he falls this far in drafts, he’ll be a target for me.
22. Garrett Nussmeier, QB LSU
Yet another signal caller that could be a first-round pick or could return to school, only to be forgotten by this time next year. Nussmeier has a solid frame and a strong arm, but has struggled with consistency, especially in the back-half of the season. At 23 years old by Draft night, Nussmeier would be among the older prospects in this class.
23. Tez Johnson, WR Oregon
Johnson began his career at Troy University and made the unheralded move to Oregon. He has thrived despite being sometimes overlooked by Stewart and others. Johnson scored ten touchdowns along with over 1,100 yards last season and has been solid this year as well, despite missing some games.
24. Quinn Ewers, QB Texas
Dart. Milroe. Nussmeier. Now, Ewers. He’s yet another quarterback in the “will he, won’t he?” group that could be part of the class of 2025, or maybe not. Ewers’ case is slightly different from some of the others because he has Arch Manning sitting behind him. We got to see multiple games of Manning when Ewers missed time with an injury earlier this season and the Longhorns could be ready to move on whether Ewers is or not. Ewers’ inconsistency is the biggest questions about his game right now, but his physical tools might be enough to land him in Round One if he does leave Austin.
25. Dylan Sampson, RB Tennessee
Tennessee’s powerful running back has enjoyed a breakout season in his third season with the Vols. Sampson leads the SEC with over 1,300 rushing yards and a whopping 22 touchdowns. Sampson has shown the vision and contact balance necessary for an NFL back and now has the production profile to match. He’s part of a super deep running back class, which is the only reason he even falls this far.
TIER FIVE
26. Woody Marks, RB USC
27. Devin Neal, RB Kansas
28. Harold Fannin, TE Bowling Green
29. Mason Taylor, TE LSU
30. Drew Allar, QB Penn State
31. Tahj Brooks, RB Texas Tech
32. Deion Burks, WR Oklahoma
33. Jalen Royals, WR Utah State
34. Kyle Monangai, RB Rutgers
35. Ollie Gordon, RB Oklahoma State
36. Carson Beck, QB Georgia
37. Kyren Lacy, WR LSU
38. Raheim Sanders, RB South Carolina
39. Tai Felton, WR Maryland
40. Terrance Ferguson, TE Oregon
41. Luke Lachey, TE Iowa
42. Jordan James, RB Oregon
43. Trevor Etienne, RB Georgia
44. Jonah Coleman, RB Washington
45. Jaydn Ott, RB California
46. RJ Harvey, RB UCF
47. Savion Williams, WR TCU
48. Ja’Corey Brooks, WR Louisville
49. DJ Giddens, RB Kansas State
50. Jayden Higgins, WR Iowa State
In the coming weeks and months, we’ll witness college bowl games and playoffs, pro days, the NFL Combine and ultimately the NFL Draft. Each of these events will impact player value and have us adjusting these rankings. Be sure to check back in as you prepare for your dynasty rookie drafts.
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