10 Hidden Gem Players for Your 2025 Fantasy Football Draft

Running Back Hidden Gems

• 🚀 Tank Bigsby is highlighted as a potential lead running back for the Jaguars, with potential to see his draft stock rise due to a coordinator change and his college track record in catching passes.
• 💡 DJ Giddens, a rookie for the Colts, is noted as a potential RB2 and pass-catching third-down back, offering value as a handcuff if Jonathan Taylor is healthy.
• 🔑 Braelon Allen is presented as a lottery ticket with upside, potentially filling a role similar to David Montgomery in Chicago, and could be a valuable late-round pick even alongside Breece Hall.
• 🎯 JK Dobbins is surprisingly still available late in drafts (outside the top 100), offering value as a potential starter with an excellent offensive line and strong pass-protecting abilities.

Wide Receiver and Other Skill Position Surprises

• ✨ DeMario Douglas is identified as a strong camp performer and a potential breakout candidate for the Patriots, offering value as a late-round pick in PPR leagues.
• 📈 Josh Palmer is mentioned as a player who could make plays for the Bills offense, potentially relevant due to camp performance and competition for targets.
• 🏈 Dylan Sampson is a player to consider due to the uncertainty around Jerome Ford's workload, with potential to take on a larger role if the primary backs falter.
• 🌟 Romeo Doubs is seen as a relevant player for the Packers, potentially overlooked due to other receivers but still having moments due to the team's liking for him.
• 💡 Adam Thielen is noted for his strong finish to the previous season and potential to be a weapon for Bryce Young, especially after returning from a hamstring injury.
• 🎯 Jaylen McMillan is a player receiving praise from the new offensive coordinator and could be a league winner if injuries occur to other receivers like Mike Evans.

Tight End Sleepers

• 🏈 Hunter Henry is a potential streaming option for the Patriots, with value if their passing offense improves, possibly finishing as a top 15 tight end.
• 🧠 Darren Waller is an intriguing option, with the potential to be refreshed and a factor in the Giants offense, despite being an afterthought in many drafts.
• 🧩 Brenton Strange is highlighted as an invested lead tight end for the Jaguars, showing promise when Evan Engram was out and with M. Jones at quarterback.
• ⚡ Dami Brown is a player with opportunity in the Jacksonville offense, potentially benefiting from Travis Hunter's dual-role responsibilities.

Value Pick

• ✅ Christian Kirk is considered a really good pick, potentially a number three receiver in full PPR leagues even when drafted later.