The NFL Draft is behind us, and it lived up to the hype. We had some wild trades, unexpected picks, and perhaps the biggest draft day fall in NFL history. Now that we have landing spots and draft capital, it is time to update our assumptions about how dynasty rookie drafts will play out.

*Note: The following mock draft is assuming Superflex format.

2025 Rookie Mock Draft for Dynasty Leagues

To be clear, this is a solo mock draft, not purely my rookie rankings. My player evaluations will impact things, particularly in the later rounds, but this is how I would project a superflex rookie draft to play out this week.

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First-Round Dynasty Rookie Mock Draft

1.01 - Ashton Jeanty - RB, Raiders

No surprises here, this pick has been locked in since the end of the college football season and there is no reason to overthink it now. Jeanty is going to get a ton of touches in what should be a much improved offense. After addressing the QB position by trading for Geno Smith the Raiders then spent five of their first six draft picks on the offensive side of the ball.

Jeanty is the highest-rated RB in Dwain's rookie super model since Saquon Barkley and should be a first-round pick in redraft leagues. Dynasty managers should be sprinting to the podium to make this pick.

1.02 - Cam Ward - QB, Titans

The second pick in rookie drafts is a tricky spot to be in, and I would listen to arguments for up to four different players with this pick.

Ultimately, positional value wins out with the clear top QB in this class coming off the board. Ward isn't an elite prospect, but QBs are by far the most valuable asset in superflex leagues. Even if he doesn't light it up as a rookie, he'll retain his value for multiple seasons, and if he does have a strong rookie campaign, his value will skyrocket.

Personally, I would prefer to take Hampton or Hunter with this selection, but Ward is the responsible pick. He's also the only rookie QB we can safely project to start in Week 1, so QB-needy dynasty managers should ensure Ward rarely falls in rookie drafts.

1.03 - Omarion Hampton - RB, Chargers

There are mixed opinions on how good of a landing spot this was for Hampton, but I love it. The Chargers want to run the ball and are willing to give one back a ton of work, which is Hampton's calling card—he can do it all. 

He will likely split time with Najee Harris early in the season, but I expect him to quickly take over this backfield. Harris has never been a special back, and the Chargers didn't make a big financial commitment to him. Hampton is set up well for 2025 and beyond and shouldn't fall much lower than this.

1.04 - Tetairoa McMillan - WR, Panthers

McMillan gets the nod over Hunter as the first WR off the board because he got excellent draft capital, a decent landing spot, and we know for sure that he is a full-time offensive player. And if you buy into the Bryce Young resurgence to end last season, Carolina is a great landing spot.

McMillan should step in as the clear top option in the passing game right away, which raises his ceiling and floor at the same time.

1.05 - Travis Hunter - WR, Jaguars

In case I haven't made it clear by now, I would take Hunter higher than this, but some dynasty managers will be worried about his offensive snap count and the elevated injury risk from playing both ways.

Those concerns are valid, but I'm willing to embrace them for the upside of the most talented WR in this class. For financial reasons, Hunter should want to be viewed as a WR first, and I have no doubts about his work ethic and desire to be viewed as an all-time great. This should be his floor in rookie drafts.

1.06 - Quinshon Judkins - RB, Browns

Cleveland made Judkins the RB3 in this class, taking him with the 36th overall pick. This was about as good of draft capital as he could have hoped for. Judkins does face some competition in the backfield with Jerome Ford still on the roster and fellow rookie Dylan Sampson, who was selected by the Browns in the fourth round. That being said, the early second-round draft capital should lock him into a large role right out of the gate.

1.07 - TreVeyon Henderson - RB, Patriots

I'm starting to come around on this landing spot after initially being a bit disappointed. Henderson doesn't profile as a workhorse, but he can be an explosive element for an offense in a 1B role. Rhamondre Stevenson and Henderson will make a strong 1-2 punch in New England, and there should be a large pass-catching role available for the rookie.

1.08 - Jaxson Dart - QB, Giants

In the weeks leading up to the draft there were rumors that the Giants were in on Dart as their preferred QB option, and that proved to be true when they traded up to select him toward the end of the first round.

Dart put up gaudy numbers in Lane Kiffin's system at Ole Miss, but there are questions about his ability to read a defense. He is also mobile enough to add value as a rusher, which is a huge boost for his fantasy production. I think Dart will start some games in his rookie season, but the question is how quickly he can overtake the veterans who signed with New York this offseason.

1.09 - Emeka Egbuka - WR, Buccaneers

This wasn't an ideal landing spot for rookie season production, but Egbuka is set up well for the long term with an aging duo of Mike Evans and Chris Godwin ahead of him. Tampa Bay clearly thinks highly of Egbuka, spending the 19th pick on him despite not having an immediate need at the position.

He may never ascend to being a true WR1, but I expect Egbuka to have a long, productive career that will deliver plenty of value for fantasy managers, especially in PPR formats.

1.10 - RJ Harvey - RB, Broncos

Widely considered the best landing spot for a rookie RB, the Denver Broncos raised a few eyebrows by taking RJ Harvey late in the second round.

Harvey is an undersized but explosive back who handled a large workload in college. He's an excellent pass catcher and fits well in Sean Payton's system. He may be the biggest riser in dynasty and redraft rankings coming out of the NFL Draft.

1.11 - Colston Loveland - TE, Bears

One of the early surprises on Thursday was Chicago making Colston Loveland the TE1 off the board over Tyler Warren, who went a few picks later.

Ben Johnson and Co. must have big plans for Loveland to use such a high draft pick on him, which is enough to make him a first-round pick in this rookie mock draft.

1.12 - Luther Burden - WR, Bears

Chicago absolutely loaded up on weapons for Caleb Williams. After taking a pass-catching TE in the first round, the Bears selected an explosive WR in the second round.

Burden had an up-and-down college career, but is an explosive playmaker who will benefit from playing alongside DJ Moore and Rome Odunze, who will draw defensive attention. Burden will likely be a boom-or-bust fantasy option early in his career, but he has tremendous upside, which makes him the final pick of the first round in this mock.

Second-Round Dynasty Rookie Mock Draft

2.01 - Tyler Warren - TE, Colts

This was just about the worst landing spot possible for short-term production as the Colts passing game is unlikely to be great with either Anthony Richardson or Daniel Jones at the helm.

I don't want to ding Warren's long-term value too much because the Colts could figure out the QB position and unlock his value, but it is best to keep expectations low for 2025.

2.02 - Kaleb Johnson - RB, Steelers

The draft capital wasn't ideal, but Kaleb Johnson got a good landing spot in Pittsburgh. He will project to fill most of the Najee Harris role as he splits the backfield with Jaylen Warren.

The biggest issue is that we still don't know who will be playing QB in Pittsburgh, and that will determine the TD upside for this offense. I'm willing to trust that Mike Tomlin will get things figured out and the Steelers will be competitive as usual.

2.03 - Matthew Golden - WR, Packers

The walkout for Matthew Golden as fans chanted 'Go Pack Go' was one of the coolest moments of the first round. The rookie will join a crowded WR room in an offense that likes to rotate at the position. Golden should help fill the void left in the wake of Christian Watson's injury, but it remains to be seen if Matt LaFleur will actually embrace a WR1 or continue to rotate at the position.

I wasn't a big fan of Golden as a prospect, and questions about his playing time keep him outside of the first round of this mock draft despite the strong draft capital. 

2.04 - Tre Harris - WR, Chargers

This is a really fun landing spot for Harris, who seemed to have a wide range of outcomes entering draft weekend.

Harris should work opposite Ladd McConkey as one of the top receiving options for Justin Herbert. His size and YAC ability will bring a valuable skill set to this offense and makes him a strong second-round pick in rookie drafts.

2.04 - Jayden Higgins - WR, Texans

The Texans spent their first pick in the draft on another weapon for C.J. Stroud. Higgins was often compared to Nico Collins in pre-draft scouting reports due to his size and athleticism and now he will have the chance to learn from Nico while playing alongside him.

Higgins checks in as the WR5 in the rookie super model and would be a great pick at this point in the second round.

2.06 - Jack Bech - WR, Raiders

This was an offense-focused draft for the Raiders. They added another weapon in the second round with Bech, who was one of the standout performers at the Senior Bowl. The rookie should start right away, but will likely fall behind Brock Bowers and Jakobi Meyers in the target pecking order.

Still, in an up-tempo Chip Kelly offense with solid QB play, there should be enough targets for Bech to be reasonably productive.

2.07 - Cam Skattebo - RB, Giants

Skattebo didn't get the draft capital that some expected, but it was a decent landing spot for early playing time, as he will get to compete with Tyrone Tracy and Devin Singletary.

The Giants don't have a major investment in either player, although Tracy did play well as a rookie and figures to be the lead back heading into the season. Skattebo has the size, power, and pass-catching chops to handle all three downs if needed, but most likely he will form a versatile committee with Tracy.

2.08 - Jalen Milroe - QB, Seahawks

Seattle moved on from Geno Smith this offseason and brought in Sam Darnold on what is essentially a one-year contract. Milroe has tremendous upside if he can become more consistent with his throwing mechanics.

Even if he never puts it all together, his rushing ability will make him a valuable fantasy asset anytime he is on the field.

2.09 - Kyle Williams - WR, Patriots

One of the biggest risers of the draft process, Kyle Williams will have a chance to contribute right away in New England.

The Patriots have missed on a number of WR picks recently and don't have much depth at the position, so if Williams is any good, he should see plenty of opportunity early, which makes him a worthwhile pick after the more promising prospects are off the board.

2.10 - Jaylin Noel - WR, Texans

Houston has a thing for Iowa State WRs, selecting Higgins and Noel in this draft after taking Xavier Hutchinson two years ago. Noel profiles as a vertical slot player, similar to Christian Kirk, whom the Texans also acquired this offseason.

Noel tested well at the NFL Combine and has the potential to develop into a nice player, but will probably be a rotational depth piece to start his career. 

2.11 - Tyler Shough - QB, Saints

Another surprise at the QB position was New Orleans taking Shough with the eighth pick of the second round. It was a major position of need with Derek Carr's status for 2025 up in the air. Shough is an older prospect and wasn't particularly productive in college, but he could be on the field as a rookie, which gives him value in a superflex format.

2.12 - Bhayshul Tuten - RB, Jaguars

I debated between Tuten and Dylan Sampson at this spot, but Tuten gets the nod for a few reasons.

Jacksonville has a new coaching staff that hand-selected Tuten to join its backfield, which won't do anything to stop rumors of a possible Etienne trade. He also put up a dominant performance at the NFL Combine and had the third-best production score in the RB super model.

He's a high-upside pick who shouldn't go much later than this, and I could make the case for him to go a few spots earlier.

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