Unlock Quarterback Sleepers and Running Back Gems: Uncovering 2025 Fantasy Football Opportunities

Over the past 24 hours, there has been significant activity and analysis in the fantasy football community, particularly as the 2025 NFL offseason continues to unfold. Here are some key points and player highlights that have emerged: ## Quarterback Sleepers Experts from the Fantasy Football Today team have identified several quarterback sleepers who could offer substantial value in the upcoming season. Heath Cummings and Dave Richard have highlighted the following: - **Justin Fields** and **Anthony Richardson** are considered sleepers due to their rushing upside, which could propel them to top-five QB1 status despite being drafted in the double-digit rounds. Fields, now with the Jets, has a strong track record, finishing as QB5, QB10, and QB7 on a per-game basis over the last three seasons[1]. - **Dak Prescott** and **Justin Herbert** are also on Dave Richard's radar. Prescott's history of success and low price tag make him an attractive option, especially since the Cowboys are expected to remain a pass-first team. Herbert's strong finish to the 2024 season and the potential for more talent additions via the draft make him a promising late-round pick[1]. ## Running Back Sleepers Several running backs have been identified as sleepers and value plays: - **Travis Etienne** of the Jaguars is seen as a significant value due to the new coaching staff, particularly Liam Coen, who is expected to enhance the backfield's fantasy value. Etienne is projected to be the 1A back with substantial passing game involvement[1]. - **Jerome Ford** of the Browns and **Jordan Mason** of the Vikings are traditional sleepers with ADPs outside the top 150. Ford could benefit from the Browns' other priorities, while Mason's role could expand if Aaron Jones faces injuries[1]. ## Other Sleepers and Breakout Candidates In addition to quarterbacks and running backs, other positions have been scrutinized for sleepers and breakout candidates: - **JJ McCarthy** of the Minnesota Vikings is a deep sleeper, assuming he is healthy and ready for the 2025 season. McCarthy's potential under coach Kevin O'Connell, who has a history of producing high-fantasy-point games for quarterbacks, makes him a late-round draft consideration[3]. - **Rome Odunze** of the Chicago Bears is a breakout candidate at wide receiver. With the departure of Keenan Allen and improvements to the Bears' offensive line, Odunze is poised for a significant role in the offense, especially with quarterback Caleb Williams expected to improve in his second year[5]. ## Draft and Offseason Implications The ongoing NFL Draft preparations and recent free agency moves continue to shape fantasy football strategies. The addition of players like Daniel Jones to the Colts and potential draft picks could impact the roles and values of various players. For example, the Colts' open quarterback competition between Jones and Anthony Richardson adds uncertainty to Richardson's immediate value[1]. As the fantasy football com This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI.