Fantasy football draft signals for 2025

A concise look at three players whose value could shape fantasy rosters in 2025 based on preseason signals and scheme fit.

Three players to target in 2025 fantasy football drafts

RJ Harvey opened Denver's preseason as the lead early down back, while J K Dobbins worked as the third down back. Travis Hunter played all 11 starter snaps in the first game, showing Jacksonville plan to use him on offense as well as defense, with the Jaguars leaning into 11 personnel. The setup points to Harvey having a path to carries and catches if the role holds, a familiar pattern in Sean Payton's offense where versatile backs can pile up fantasy points even in split responsibilities. Broncos backfield volatility remains a theme from recent seasons, so preseason signals need patience before they become regular season certainty.

Mason joined the Minnesota Vikings in a trade, giving him a route to early down work if injuries push the workload higher. Minnesota has added interior blockers to support the run game, which could lift the overall offensive line. A likely split would have Mason handling early downs while Aaron Jones handles passing downs, though health and performance could tilt the balance. The piece stresses that preseason usage rarely locks in a regular season role, so managers should monitor camp notes and depth chart moves for real impact.

Harvey’s upside depends on three things: role clarity, health, and how Payton deploys him week to week. If he locks in a steady lead role with passing game involvement, he could be a fantasy difference maker even for rosters built around other strength. Yet the Denver backfield has a track record of shifts that can derail a promising start. Expect owners to chase a true workload grab rather than a single good preseason game.

Hunter represents a broader trend toward players who can contribute as a receiver and a defender. If Jacksonville sticks with heavy 11 man lineups and uses him in multiple spots, his ceiling rises for fantasy managers who value flexible usage. Mason's move to Minnesota shows how a new landing spot can reopen opportunities for seasoned backs, especially if the team prioritizes a strong run game and depth at the position. The season will reveal whether these signals translate into consistent, week to week production.

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The season will test these signals and reveal where risk meets reward.