2025 Fantasy Football Studs
Stud: A NFL player who has proved himself to be a top scoring player at his position. These players should be started each week regardless of match-up and should only be benched during bye weeks and significant injuries. From our Fantasy Football Dictionary
Our writers have classified the following players as studs for 2025. We will be updating this list throughout the pre-season.
Name | Pos | Team | Age | Yrs Exp. |
Pos. Rank |
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Lamar Jackson | QB | BAL | 28 | 7 | QB - #1 |
In his third season in Todd Monken's system, Lamar Jackson posted QB1 overall numbers. He threw for a career-high 4,172 yards and 41 touchdowns against only four interceptions. Jackson has jelled in this offense, posting a +11.6 EPA when under pressure and leading the NFL in passing EPA versus zone coverage and against 2-high looks. In addition to becoming an elit... Read More | |||||
Josh Allen | QB | BUF | 29 | 7 | QB - #2 |
Josh Allen's numbers dipped in 2024, yet he still ranked inside the top-3 fantasy signal-callers for the fifth consecutive season and won an NFL MVP. That consistency puts Allen in elite company and is why he's our top QB in 2025. After surpassing 4,000 passing yards for four straight seasons, Allen slipped to 3,731 with 28 scores last season. However, he suppleme... Read More | |||||
Joe Burrow | QB | CIN | 28 | 5 | QB - #8 |
Joe Burrow delivered a stellar 2024 fantasy season, leading the NFL in passing yards (4,918), touchdowns (43), and completions (460), while maintaining a 70.6 percent completion rate. He averaged 22-plus fantasy points per game, ranking as the QB3 overall. Burrow's advanced metrics underscore his elite performance: he topped the league in pass attempts (652), red ... Read More | |||||
Jalen Hurts | QB | PHI | 26 | 5 | QB - #9 |
For the second consecutive year, Hurts averaged 21 fantasy points per game, ranking inside the top 5 for the position. Even after missing two games with a concussion, Hurts ranked as the QB5 in fantasy points per game due to his dominance on the ground. He led the position in rushes (150, red-zone carries (47), and touchdowns (14). He also completed a career-best ... Read More | |||||
Jayden Daniels | QB | WAS | 24 | 1 | QB - #17 |
In last year's preview, we mentioned Daniels had top 5 upside. That's precisely what happened, as Daniels showcased his immense, dual-threat value. Washington ranked 4th in pace of play, and Daniels posted 12 QB1 weekly finishes. He ranked 2nd at the position in rushing (891) and red-zone totes (39). However, he also proved to be a legitimate passing weapon, boast... Read More |