2025 NFC West Fantasy Football: Sleepers, Breakouts, and Busts

NFC West Sleepers

• 🎯 Brock Purdy is a sleeper pick, with expectations for his touchdown rate to regress closer to his previous performance.
• 💡 Kyler Murray is also highlighted as a sleeper, with potential upside and talk of him running more, making him a cheap draft option.

Breakout Candidates

• 🚀 Marvin Harrison Jr. is a strong breakout candidate, despite a solid rookie year, with potential for in-breaking routes and a history of strong rookie performances from Hall of Fame receivers.
• 🏃 Kenneth Walker is another breakout pick, with potential for increased efficiency under Kubak and demonstrated pass-catching ability, aiming for a top six or seven finish in full PPR leagues.
• 🏈 Concerns exist for Walker regarding his role in third-down and two-minute drills, with Charbanet potentially filling those roles, but he is expected to handle a significant portion of carries.
• 🏋️‍♂️ A concern for Harrison Jr. is his added weight, which may impact his speed and ability to get open, though his draft position suggests teams will find ways to involve him.

Potential Busts

• ⚠️ James Conner is a bust candidate due to his age and injury history, despite his current draft position in round five.
• 🚑 Christian McCaffrey is identified as a potential league-winner or a significant injury bust, with his draft position being a key factor.
• 🎯 Jaxon Smith-Njigba (JSN) is a concern if Cooper Kupp returns to form, if the Seahawks throw less, and if JSN plays primarily outside, potentially limiting his receptions and draft value.
• 🏈 Concerns about Sam Darnold also add to the worry surrounding JSN.

Undervalued Players

• 🌟 Jauan Jennings, Rico Dowdle, and Kyren Williams are highlighted as players drafted too low, with Williams being particularly undervalued given his recent performance.