Fantasy Football League Winners for 2025
Every year, a handful of players drafted outside the top tiers end up becoming true league winners. Whether it’s volume, talent, or opportunity, these guys have the potential to crush their ADP and deliver massive value for your fantasy football teams. Let’s take a look at six players you should target in your drafts.
George Pickens (WR, DAL) – ADP: 5.08
Pickens is going just over two rounds after Tee Higgins (3.04) despite being in a very similar situation. Dak Prescott is more than capable of putting up Burrow-like numbers, and with CeeDee Lamb pulling coverage the way Ja’Marr Chase does in Cincinnati, Pickens is in prime position to thrive. Expect him to “eat” in this Dallas offense and deliver strong WR2 production with WR1 upside.
Matthew Golden (WR, GB) – ADP: 8.05
Jordan Love finally has his true go-to wideout. Golden might be in a crowded WR room, but don’t mistake numbers for talent—he’s clearly the guy. Currently being drafted around WR41, Golden has the ability to finish much higher than that. If you can snag him in the 8th round, you’re getting one of the biggest steals of the draft.
Justin Fields (QB, NYJ) – ADP: 10.08
The last time Fields played a full season as a starter, he finished as QB7—on a bad Chicago Bears team. Now, with the Jets, Fields has a drastically improved offensive line, a strong stable of running backs, and a true WR1 in Garrett Wilson. At a late-10th round price, Fields offers sneaky QB1 upside that could win you weeks.
Evan Engram (TE, DEN) – ADP: 7.09
Engram enters his second year working with Sean Payton and rookie QB Bo Nix. Last season, Nix ranked just 29th in yards per attempt (6.7), meaning the Broncos will lean heavily on short and intermediate options. Engram, who is only two seasons removed from back-to-back top-5 fantasy finishes and a 114-catch year, is Payton’s handpicked “joker” in the offense. At his ADP, he’s at least the Broncos’ WR2 in disguise.
Chuba Hubbard (RB, CAR) – ADP: 4.11
Despite finishing last season with 1,200 rushing yards and 10 TDs, Hubbard is still going off draft boards as the RB20. Carolina’s offensive line has improved, and with added help at wide receiver, defenses won’t be able to stack the box as easily. Hubbard is poised to crack the top 10 at his position, making him a massive value in the 4th round.
Ollie Gordon (RB, MIA) – ADP: 14.02
Every fantasy manager loves a late-round steal, and Gordon might be this year’s jackpot. With De’Von Achane battling a calf issue and Jaylen Wright struggling to stay healthy, Gordon is creeping up draft boards. At a 14th-round price, you’re getting a back who could carve out meaningful touches in one of the NFL’s most explosive offenses. This is the type of pick that wins championships.
Final Thoughts
League winners aren’t always found in the first few rounds—they’re often the mid-to-late round picks who drastically outperform expectations. From potential QB1 upside in Justin Fields to late-round gems like Ollie Gordon, these are the players who can swing your season.
