Jamey Eisenberg's Top Veteran Sleepers for 2025 Fantasy Football Drafts

Veteran Sleepers for 2025 Fantasy Football

This segment focuses on veteran players who could provide significant value in fantasy football drafts for the 2025 season, particularly in deeper leagues or as late-round picks.

Jacksonville Jaguars Potential

• 💡 Dyami Brown is highlighted due to the potential for a more pass-heavy offense under Liam Cohen. Brown has received positive reviews in camp and could benefit from opportunities if other players face missed time.

Tight End Value

• 🎯 Zach Ertz is identified as a cheap, late-round tight end option. Despite the addition of Ben Skowronek and potentially problematic competition from other players, Ertz's connection with Jaden Daniels and his draft cost make him an attractive pick, comparable to Tucker Kraft's production last year.

Wide Receiver Opportunities

• ⚡ Mike Williams is a sleeper pick, reuniting with Justin Herbert. While coming off an ACL tear and facing competition, his history of high-level production, especially with the Chargers, suggests he could offer flashes of brilliance and significant yardage/touchdown potential.
• 📌 Diontae Johnson is considered a potential contributor for Cleveland, especially given the team's incomplete receiving corps. Despite past team exits, his recent productivity, even with backup quarterbacks, makes him a viable option who could be leaned on by whoever is at quarterback.

Running Back Depth

• 🏃 Jerome Ford is a veteran running back for Cleveland who could see a role, especially if younger backs like Judkins or Samson don't fully take over or if injuries occur. His past performance in a better offense makes him a late-round consideration.
• 🚀 Raheem Mostert is mentioned as a potential handcuff option for the Raiders, especially if Ashton Dulin, the likely number two back, faces injury. Despite his own wear and tear, he could be a factor.

Quarterback Upside

• 🧠 Sam Howell is a deep sleeper pick in Minnesota for dynasty or Superflex leagues. With the excitement around JJ McCarthy, Howell could be a valuable backup who might get a start or two, potentially winning weeks for fantasy managers, similar to how other backups performed when Kirk Cousins was injured.