Post-Combine Superflex Rookie Draft Rankings: Round One

The 2025 NFL Scouting Combine is in the books. While the event itself can be more sizzle than steak – and we are not privy to key aspects such as medicals and interviews – there are actionable items. It is one of the last data points we have until draft capital and landing spot settle in. It is a good time to reassess rankings and consider any risers and fallers from the weekend in Indianapolis.

DLF will be posting a series of post-Combine rankings. Below is what the first round of a superflex draft may look like.

1.01 – Ashton Jeanty, RB Boise State

We did not see much of Jeanty at the Combine, as he skipped all drills; we will need to wait until his Pro Day for tangible testing numbers. It is no matter for his rookie draft slot. Jeanty is a phenomenal prospect who checks every box to be a top running back. Even in a superflex draft, he is the 1.01 and is unlikely to see much of a challenge at the top.

1.02 – Omarion Hampton, RB North Carolina

Hampton had a good weekend. Measuring in at 6’0” and 221 pounds, he ran a 4.46 and performed well in the jumps, posting a 38” vertical and a 10’10” broad jump. Overall athleticism is not required given his style, but it is always nice to see these tools in a prospect’s back pocket. A big, physical runner equipped to handle heavy workloads, expect to see Hampton’s name become more frequent towards the back end of round one in mock drafts.

1.03 – Cam Ward, QB Miami

While Ward did not participate in drills, he seems to have taken all the momentum in the quest to be the first quarterback off the board. Ward has the best physical tools at the position and seems to impress each time he is asked to step into a leadership role. He has genuine star potential, and you can make a strong case he should be the 1.02 given the value of quarterbacks in the superflex format.

1.04 – Tetairoa McMillan, WR Arizona

Long considered the favorite to be the first receiver off the board, McMillan has been a victim of being out of sight and out of mind as others have thrived. I still have him in the top spot at his position, with his size and ball skills speaking to a prospect who at worst is a reliable possession receiver and at best is a physically dominant boundary receiver. McMillan figures to participate in a Pro Day environment prior to the draft, which should answer questions with regards to straight line speed.

1.05 – TreVeyon Henderson, RB Ohio State

After an extremely productive four-year career in Columbus, Henderson showcased his trademark athleticism in Indianapolis. His 4.43 time is not world shattering but his top speed of 23.38 miles per hour was just behind Raheim Sanders for the best mark. His jumps (38.5” on the vertical and 10’8” on the broad jump) support the lower body explosiveness he demonstrated routinely at Ohio State. Henderson may not have the touch upside of some of this draft’s most burly backs, but his all-downs capability and big play nature make him a promising fantasy prospect.

1.06 – Matthew Golden, WR Texas

Golden just cannot miss. One of the buzziest prospects, he torched the track with a 4.29 forty, the second-best time of the weekend at any position. Speed is always a valued trait, and it puts Golden in the mix to be the top receiver off the board. He had a great final year at Texas and is now positioned to go in the first 20 picks come April.

1.07 – Shedeur Sanders, QB Colorado

I have a feeling Sanders may go lower than originally expected, but the demand for quarterbacks should still land him in round one. He is more of the floor play at the position – which is not an insult – as his poise and accuracy at top of class. I do not see Sanders as a player with an immense ceiling but a cozy landing spot with a coach who builds around his plus traits could make him a fantasy factor early in his career.

1.08 – Luther Burden, WR Missouri

A sturdy 6’0” and 206 pounds, Burden ran a solid 4.41 time and bypassed the other drills. Burden is a unique weapon who did a lot of his damage on passes near the line of scrimmage, but it is fair to project him for more vertical playmaking at the NFL level. His flair for playmaking and toughness will make him a fit for any offense, and it would not be a surprise if he became this draft’s most productive receiver.

1.09 – Kaleb Johnson, RB Iowa

Johnson was arguably a loser at the running back position, though any steam he lost had more to do with the standout performances from his peers. At 6’1” and 227 pounds, a 4.57 sprint is just fine, and explosive movement skills are not the hallmark of his game. A workmanlike runner who is rugged between the tackles and a capable receiver, it is easy to see Johnson piling up 300 touch seasons if he can refine his game in pass pro.

1.10 – Emeka Egbuka, WR Ohio State

Egbuka profiles as your classic big slot, a term which may have been a pejorative in the past but is now something which describes many of fantasy football’s most productive receivers. Egbuka is a tough receiver who competes at every level of the field, compensating for modest athleticism with high football IQ and an innate understanding of how to get open. Egbuka’s role could see him become a PPR machine and major fantasy factor.

1.11 – Quinshon Judkins, RB Ohio State

Judkins had a great weekend. He measured in with feature back size at 6’0” and 221 pounds and showcased surprising athleticism, running a 4.48 forty and posting elite jumps. The testing numbers are a great complement to Judkins’ aggressive running style and ability to handle heavy workloads. He appears to have solidified his status as round two pick, a sweet spot for running backs and a draft slot which would make Judkins a strong candidate for round one of rookie drafts.

1.12 – Tyler Warren, TE Penn State

Warren did not really do anything at the Combine, nor did he need to. The draft’s top tight end was an absolute star in his final year at Penn State and has a great opportunity to be a top 15 selection. He plays with his hair on fire and was deployed in countless ways by the Nittany Lions. Warren’s size, athleticism, and toughness could make him a top dynasty tight end from day one, a welcome addition to a position we always grow frustrated with.