Fantasy Football Friday: Best Value Draft Pick in Every Round

Fans Only Sportz Network
Jul 25
5 min read

by Zak Drapeau and Matt Hylen 7/24/2025 FansOnlySportz

(All fantasy football rankings, (ADP and positional rankings) come from SleeperTM))

Round 1 (Zak)

Malik Nabers, ADP 9, WR 6

It's hard to pick a "steal" in the very first round but Malik Nabers would have to be on the top of that list. His ADP of 9 and WR6 ranking are both too high in my opinion but based off the uncertainty that is the Giants' QB room, I get it. Nabers is far and above every other receiver in New York though and especially in PPR leagues, could set the world on fire with an easy-100 reception season.

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Round 2 (Matt)

Jonathan Taylor, ADP 25, RB 10

Colts' running back Jonathan Taylor has shown no reason why he should not be drafted as a first-round pick. After another stellar season last year, where he finished 4th in rushing yards (1,431), T-11th in rushing TDs (11), and finished as the RB10 on the season in fantasy, Taylor is primed for another great season on a team that will rely heavily on the run game. With his ADP currently at 25.3, if you can snag him in the second round, it may be the steal of your draft.

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Round 3 (Zak)

Lamar Jackson, ADP 24, QB 2

Lamar Jackson had the most fantasy points EVER SCORED in a season last year... and he's ADP 26 and QB2. If you are someone who doesn't mind drafting a QB in round 2, you should go after Jackson without hesitation. The fact he may go as deep as Round 3 is the definition of a steal.

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Round 4 (Matt)

Rashee Rice, ADP 40, WR 19

Though Chiefs' wide receiver Rashee Rice is coming off a major injury last season and may be facing a possible suspension, his production was undeniable when he played. He was the overall WR2 before the injury, stacking up the stat sheet with 24 catches (29 targets), 288 yards, and 2 TDs in his first three games. With Patrick Mahomes at the helm and the only true competition being an aging Travis Kelce, managers should take full advantage of Rice's current 40.7 ADP rating.

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Round 5 (Zak)

TreVeyon Henderson, ADP 67, RB 24

I really hope no one in my Fantasy Leagues reads this because Tre Henderson is my "Steal of the Year" this year, (by the way my "Steal of the Year" for 2024 was Brock Bowers.) Henderson is a do-everything back and will be the third down option in New England right away. His consistency and breakaway speed should make him the every down back before mid season and could end up being a First Round Fantasy pick next year.

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Round 6 (Matt)

Chris Godwin, ADP 73, WR 33

Buccaneers' Wide Receiver Chris Godwin was unbelievable before his injury in 2024. Posting career highs for PPR scoring average (19.7), catches per game (7.1), and catch rate (80.6%) in 2024, he ranked as the WR2 overall before his injury ended his season in Week 7. Though there is still no concrete timeline for his return, considering the payday he received in the offseason, Godwin will remain a crucial aspect of their offense when he comes back. Once he does (which should be early, if not during Week 1), if Godwin can find similar success to what he did last season, his ADP of 73.0 is extremely valuable, especially in PPR leagues.

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Round 7 (Zak)

Jakobi Meyers, ADP 83, WR 37

Meyers should be the biggest beneficiary of Geno Smith coming to Las Vegas this season. With 87 catches and 1,027 yards while catching balls from Gardner Minshew and Aidan O'Connell, Meyers should improve on those numbers this season. With all of the spotlight on rookie sensation Brock Bowers last year, Meyers mark of ADP83 and WR 37 are numbers I think he will EASILY surpass with a full season of having good QB-play.

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Round 8 (Matt)

David Njoku, ADP 97, TE 10

Browns' Tight End David Njoku was great in 2022, finishing as the TE11 while playing just 11 games last year. He also saw the second-most targets (97) of his career last season, which proves his involvement within Cleveland's offense. Cleveland's question mark at quarterback can also increase the value of a tight end like Njoku, who tends to work the short parts of the field. If he can stay healthy, which is a big if, a reliable target in Njoku is well worth the risk at his current ADP of 97.4.

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Round 9 (Zak)

Colston Loveland, ADP 109, TE 12

Loveland's role in the Bears offense may not pick up until midseason but I believe he will be a Top-6 Tight End from there on out. His versatility from the slot or inline especially in a Ben Johnson-offense seems to perfect. The Bears receiving core is loaded this season but Loveland is good enough to command targets especially in the red zone.

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Round 10 (Matt)

J.K. Dobbins, ADP 133, RB 42

Broncos' Running Back J.K. Dobbins should not be nearly this low. Though he does have competition at his position (most notably from rookie R.J. Harvey), Dobbins was extremely solid last season, finishing as the RB24 on the year. His RB2-caliber production of 905 yards on 4.6 yards per carry, along with 9 TDs in 13 games in 2024, proved his value in fantasy. Even with the new team, Dobbins will likely start the season as the lead back for a run-first team in Denver, which makes his ADP of 131.1 extremely valuable.

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Round 11 (Zak)

Dak Prescott, ADP 124, QB 16

Bottom line, if Dak plays a full season without injury, he's a Top-10 QB. At this point in his career that might be a big "IF" but the numbers speak for themselves in his non-injury seasons. Adding playmakers like George Pickens and Jaydon Blue this offseason along with a young-and-improving O-line should give Dak plenty of ammo to do some damage with this season.

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Round 12 (Matt)

Joshua Palmer, ADP 181, WR 68

Bills' wide receiver Josh Palmer could end up being the steal of most fantasy drafts this season. With major inconsistency in terms of offensive structure during his tenure with the Los Angeles Chargers, Palmer was never really able to settle into a specific role. Now, with Palmer being on a team like the Buffalo Bills, who have had a similar identity for years, Palmer's role will be identified right away as he competes against inferior talent in Keon Coleman and Curtis Samuel. Though slot receiver Khalil Shakir and Keon Coleman could take a step forward in 2025, Palmer should have no problem getting the football with a guy like Josh Allen throwing to him. Palmer is a valuable low-risk/high-reward selection at his current ADP of 185.3

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