The 2025 NFL Draft has come and gone. We can finally pair draft capital and landing spots with our evaluations. In this mock draft, we will give you our initial impressions of the incoming class. Let the Nerds set the scene with our latest 4 round SuperFlex rookie mock draft. Join “Doc” Matthew Mitchell, Mike Johrendt, Mychal Warno, Steven Pintado, Taylor Christianson, Johnny Goode, and Keith Ensminger for a post-draft breakdown of the 2025 NFL Draft class.
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Scoring and Format Overview
The scoring and format for this 1QB Rookie Mock Draft are as follows:
- 6 points per passing touchdown (PPTD)
- 1 point per reception (PPR)
- 0.5 additional points for tight end receptions (TEprem)
This is a 12-team, start 9 (QB, RB2, WR3, Flex2, SF*1) mock draft.
Round 1 | SuperFlex Rookie Mock Draft
1.01 | Ashton Jeanty | RB | Las Vegas Raiders
Age 21 | 5’9’’ | 215lbs
Mychal Warno: With the 1st overall pick, it was an easy decision to select Ashton Jeanty. Jeanty was my 1.01 pre-draft, and nothing changed in the analysis post-draft. Jeanty was selected 6th overall by the Las Vegas Raiders. He immediately jumps into my dynasty ranks as RB3 behind Bijan Robinson and Jahmyr Gibbs. It is hard to imagine Jeanty not producing at a high level for the Raiders. Jeanty is a physical running back who should mesh well with Head Coach Pete Carroll (who is familiar with how to use a physical back, given his time with Marshawn Lynch).
1.02 Cam Ward | QB | Tennessee Titans
Age 22 | 6’2” | 223 lbs
Keith Ensminger: Let me get on my soapbox. I don’t understand why so many dynasty managers are fading Cam Ward in dynasty SuperFlex rookie drafts. Anecdotally, I’ve heard Cam Ward has fallen as late as the 6th, even 7th pick. I simply do not understand how that could happen in a SuperFlex rookie draft with the 1st overall pick in the NFL Draft. There are several running backs, wide receivers, and tight ends that dynasty managers can find in this rookie class. When it comes to quarterback, though, Cam Ward is really the one and only option at the position that matters most in the NFL and in SF leagues. If anything, I think there are more arguments for taking Cam Ward first (yes, before Ashton Jeanty) than there are for fading him.
1.03 | Tetairoa McMillan | WR | Carolina Panthers
Age 22 | 6’4’’ | 219 lbs
Steven Pintado: With the 1.03 pick in this SuperFlex rookie draft, Tetairoa McMillan feels like the right selection in this spot. McMillan received top-10 capital at the NFL draft as he heads to the Carolina Panthers. I think there could have been an argument for Omarion Hampton here as well, but I’ll take the longevity that the receiver position could have. McMillan comes to a Panthers offense that lacks a true WR1 threat. He could easily see 100 targets as a rookie in a Panthers team that looks like they are heading in the right direction.
1.04 | Omarion Hampton | RB | Los Angeles Chargers
Age 22 | 6’0’’ | 220 lbs
Taylor Christianson: With several live rookie drafts in the books, I’ve yet to see Omarion Hampton fall to 4th overall. He typically goes No. 2 overall in my drafts, so this is fantastic value early on. Hampton’s ceiling for this season may appear capped because of Najee Harris, but Harris is on a 1-year deal and he’s outmatched by Hampton in nearly every category. If I saw Hampton fall to 1.04 in a draft, I’d trade all my 2026 picks, plus a mid-level starter (David Montgomery) to select him. The only other player in consideration over Hampton here would be Travis Hunter. If I needed a WR or was setting up for a long rebuild, I would be comfortable opting for Hunter instead of Hampton.
1.05 | TreVeyon Henderson | RB | New England Patriots
Age 22 | 5’10’’ | 202 lbs
Johnny B Goode, DPT: TreVeyon Henderson was my RB3 pre-draft and remains there post-draft, even though he was the 4th RB drafted in the 2025 NFL Draft. I considered Judkins here as well, but I have to go with the RB in the better situation, who also has the potential to be a PPR machine for fantasy managers. Henderson has that rare blend of size, speed, and athleticism to be a 3-down back. I’m not worried at all about Rhamondre Stevenson, who seemed to be tailing off last season. New England is quietly putting together a high-octane offense.
1.06 | Quinshon Judkins | RB | Cleveland Browns
Age 21 | 6‘0“ | 219 lbs
Mike Johrendt: To nobody’s surprise, three of the first five picks in our mock draft were running backs. Due to how deep that position is this rookie cycle, it was a no-brainer to continue that trend at pick 1.06 with Quinshon Judkins. The former Ohio State back enters a great situation in Cleveland, as he has a free runway to be this team’s lead back. While fellow rookie Dylan Sampson was also drafted, Judkins is clearly the backfield leader. The blend of speed and athleticism is exactly what made him the 36th pick. The decision at this selection came down to Judkins and Travis Hunter for me, with Judkins winning out simply based on his presumed workload and role.
1.07 | Jaxson Dart | QB | New York Giants |
Age 21 | 6’2” | 223 lbs
Doc Mitchell: Here at the 1.07, I had to stop Jaxson Dart’s slide. The gunslinger from Ole Miss was one of only two QBs to hear their names called on Day 1 of the NFL draft. With this being a SuperFlex draft, I simply could not pass up the opportunity to snag a 1st Round QB. The value of these types of QBs has safety baked in, which is hard to quantify. Travis Hunter and Colston Loveland were both really intriguing prospects in this range as well. But, there is something about Dart’s slide in ADP that reminds me of when Justin Herbert came out a few years ago. Managers were simply ignoring his landing spot and draft capital, and look how that one turned out. With an offensive-minded HC and a set of pass catchers that includes Malik Nabers, give me all the shares of Dart I can get.
1.08 | Colston Loveland | TE | Chicago Bears
Age 21 | 6’5” | 245 lbs
Mychal Warno: I debated the selection of Colston Loveland and Travis Hunter heavily. At the time of this draft, I had not seen any news on how Jacksonville planned to utilize Hunter. Knowing that Hunter will play wide receiver, he would have been my selection. However, Loveland is a great consolation pick and has moved to my TE1 in rookie ranks. He is a smooth route runner and has excellent hands. Loveland lands with the Chicago Bears and could be utilized much like Sam LaPorta was in Detroit for Ben Johnson. Johnson saw something in Colston Loveland that he does not see in Cole Kmet.
1.09 Travis Hunter | WR | Jacksonville Jaguars
Age 21 | 6’1” | 185 lbs
Keith Ensminger: On one hand, getting Travis Hunter at the 9th pick seems like a steal, but on the other? In a SuperFlex draft with tight end premium scoring, I get it. Personally, I would have taken Hunter before both Loveland and Dart, but I can’t fault my colleagues for those picks, either. Until we see it happens on the field, there are lingering issues for Hunter to address. How will he be used on offense and defense? How will targets be split between Hunter and Brian Thomas, Jr? That said, Jacksonville just took Travis Hunter with the 2nd overall pick and gave up a haul to do so. Hunter is a special talent who will get every opportunity to showcase his skills with Trevor Lawrence throwing him the ball. The only other available player I’d consider drafting here is Tyler Warren, but I absolutely trust Hunter’s talent and love for the game.
1.10 | Emeka Egbuka | WR | Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Age 22 | 6’1” | 202 lbs
Steven Pintado: I will die on this hill—talent will eventually win out over landing spots. Emeka Egbuka lands at the 1.10 pick as a steal. Unfortunately, Egbuka lands in Tampa Bay, where many offensive weapons are seeking targets. While Egbuka may not have a high target share like Tet McMillan, he is too talented to let slip past 1.10 in this rookie draft. Eventually, Mike Evans will be gone, and expecting an older Chris Godwin to come off an injury and retain his form will lead to Egbuka being a star in Tampa. It still makes sense even for a contender in later drafts, as the NFL has many twists and turns for players.
1.11 | Tyler Warren | TE | Indianapolis Colts
Age 22 | 6’6’’ | 257 lbs
Taylor Christianson: It was a surprise to many when Tyler Warren was selected behind Colston Loveland in the NFL Draft. It seems the decision is all about which flavor you’re looking for, and I prefer Warren—the rocky road to Loveland’s vanilla bean. Tyler Warren’s game features large chunk plays and a salty mix of blocking and receiving (and passing) ability. While the landing spot is questionable, the talent is undeniable. Whether it’s Anthony Richardson, Daniel Jones, or Warren himself, the Colts will find a way to get the ball in Warren’s hands. I’d need 2 future 1sts to give up Tyler Warren in a TE premium league. In non-premium, I’d also be interested in Kaleb Johnson at this selection.
1.12 | Matthew Golden | WR | Green Bay Packers
Age 21 | 5’11” | 191 lbs
Johnny Goode: Matthew Golden is the pick here. I strongly considered Jayden Higgins, so I don’t think you can go wrong with either of them. I’m a strong proponent of drafting WRs with a minimum of 25% college dominator and greater than 50 percentile breakout age. Golden falls just slightly short of 25% college dominator. Aside from homerism, I took Golden because he is landing in one of the best situations of all of these rookies. Christian Watson may be ready by October at the earliest, and his time in Green Bay is likely done after 2025. Jayden Reed fell off a little in the second half of the year. The opportunity is ripe for a guy like Golden to succeed. Josh Jacobs said Green Bay needs a true no. 1 WR, and they definitely got one. At 1.12, I’ll take the highest ceiling and a clear path to being the top target in an offense.
Round 2 | SuperFlex Rookie Mock
2.01 | Kaleb Johnson | RB | Pittsburgh Steelers
Age 21 | 6‘0” | 255 lbs
Mike Johrendt: Sticking to the AFC North, Pittsburgh running back Kaleb Johnson helped kick off the 2nd round of this SuperFlex rookie mock. As one of the last RBs in his tier, Johnson enters a great situation in the Steelers offense, pairing up with Jaylen Warren. With Najee Harris now with the Los Angeles Chargers, Johnson will walk into a ton of vacated work that Warren just isn’t suited for. While Warren will likely vacuum up the majority of the passing-game work, look for Johnson to make good on his 3rd Round (83rd draft pick) draft capital in the NFL Draft. The decision at this selection came down to Johnson, RJ Harvey, and Luther Burden III, with Johnson winning out due to how his share of the backfield profiles right out of the gate and how his play style matches what the Steelers are looking to run.
2.02 | RJ Harvey | RB | Denver Broncos
Age 24 | 5’8” | 205 lbs
Doc Mitchell: At the top of the 2nd round, I snagged one of the biggest risers in the draft class with new Broncos RB RJ Harvey. The former UCF star is a little on the older side for an RB, but he checks nearly every other box we look for in rookie RBs. He received excellent 2nd Round NFL draft capital, he was drafted by the offensive guru Sean Payton, to a team that was bereft of a top ball carrier. Harvey may be more of a one-contract type of player, but that one contract is setting up to be something special to watch. I was more than happy to snag him here over other players I considered like Luther Burden or later-drafted RBs like Cam Skattebo.
2.03 | Luther Burden | WR | Chicago Bears
Age 21 | 5’11” 208 lbs
Mychal Warno: This was also a pick that I heavily debated. I was torn between Luther Burden and Jack Bech. If I did 100 drafts right now, they would be split right down the middle between Bech and Burden. Burden has talent, but the character concerns worry me. Ironically, I see a lot of D.J. Moore in Burden’s game, and now they will be teammates. Head Coach Ben Johnson has discussed the importance of the slot receiver in his offense, which will be Burden’s role as a YAC machine. I think when OTAs and training camp hit, I will be able to have a clear picture of Burden’s outlook. This is a boom or bust pick for sure.
2.04 Jayden Higgins | WR | Houston Texans
Age 22 | 6’4” | 215 lbs
Keith Ensminger: What a great fit and opportunity for Jayden Higgins to be paired with C.J. Stroud. Taken with the 2nd pick of the 2nd Round, Higgins graded as our 5th-highest NerdScore+ wide receiver, and he will get plenty of targets in a high-volume offense, lining up opposite Nico Collins. Higgins has the size, strong hands, and wide catch radius to win contested catches, particularly in the red zone. I would also be comfortable drafting either of the next two picks, Cam Skattebo or Jack Bech. All three players represent a nice tier of value as we get into the middle of the 2nd round.
2.05 | Cam Skattebo | RB | New York Giants
Age 23 | 5’9” | 219 lbs
Steven Pintado: At pick 2.05, we land with Cam Skattebo, now a member of the New York Giants. I could’ve gone with Jack Bech or Tre Harris here, too, but I stayed with the running back. Skattebo has a big opportunity in New York to establish himself as an RB1 for the team. Tyrone Tracy had a nice rookie season, but we saw him break down as the season went on. Skattebo has the NFL build to be a ground-and-pound type of running back for the team. He is deceptively talented with the ball in his hands.
2.06 | Jack Bech | WR | Las Vegas Raiders
Age 22 | 6’2’’ | 215 lbs
Taylor Christianson: Our wide receiver whisperer, Matt O’Hara, had Jack Bech as his No. 4 WR prospect prior to the NFL Draft. After receiving high-end Day 2 draft capital and a landing spot bursting with opportunity, I’m all in on Bech. I’d be willing to take him as early as 2.01—ahead of Matthew Golden, Luther Burden, and Jayden Higgins. At this point, it would take a 2027 1st and 2nd for me to trade Bech away. I’d be willing to trade down from 2.01 to 2.03-2.04 for an additional 3rd round pick if anyone is offering. If Bech was off the board at this pick, I would spam my draft button on Mason Taylor’s name. I’ve been actively trading back into the 2nd round to take Bech and Taylor using players like Juaun Jennings, Pat Freiermuth, and Rashid Shaheed.
2.07 | Kyle Williams | WR | New England Patriots
Age 22 | 5’11” | 190 lbs
Johnny Goode: SNIPED! I was hoping Bech would be here after Skattebo went. In the 2nd round, I typically prefer to go for running backs and tight ends, as they have higher ceilings in most cases. I considered Mason Taylor here as a very young, talented TE with a high long-term ceiling. I couldn’t pass up Kyle Williams, though. He has everything I like about a wide receiver. He’s got a BMI above 26, college dominator >25% (above 30%, even), broke out at a young age, and lands in a fantastic situation with a good QB. Kyle Williams has the actual skills to live up to what many people thought Ja’Lynn Polk would be. I love this pick in round 2 as it has the potential to cash out in a big way.
2.08 | Tre Harris | WR | Los Angeles Chargers
Age 23 | 6‘3“ | 210 lbs
Mike Johrendt: The fantasy football community was fooled once by investing in a highly-drafted receiver for the Chargers, as Quentin Johnson has certainly failed to live up to expectations. But the way that Tre Harris plays football makes him a solid candidate to have an immediate impact in his rookie season. The former Ole Miss wideout is a lanky target that will provide Justin Herbert a sure-handed receiver to pair with Ladd McConkey. This selection came down to Harris and Bhayshul Tuten, with Harris winning out due to his role in the WR room and the potential for him to have a considerable role right away in his rookie season.
2.09 | Mason Taylor | TE | New York Jets
Age 20 | 6’5” | 251 lbs
Doc Mitchell: This 2nd round has been all about risers for me. After grabbing the RB who is shooting up draft boards, I slid over to the TE position and took the new Jets TE, Mason Taylor. The son of Hall of Fame DE Jason Taylor, Mason has excellent bloodlines and understanding of what it takes to become a top-notch professional. He is extremely athletic and landed in an excellent position with really nice 2nd round draft capital. Justin Fields has shown a fondness for the TE position in the past, and Taylor finds himself on a roster with only Garret Wilson as an established receiver. Tuten was an absolute consideration for me here at this point, but I simply could not overlook the TE position with this type of profile and fit.
2.10 | Jaylin Noel | WR | Houston Texans
Age 22 | 5’11” | 200 lbs
Mychal Warno: I was hoping to select Tre Harris, but Mike Johrendt chose him just a few picks before me. I pivoted to my next highest-ranked receiver, Jaylin Noel. During the pre-draft process, many fantasy analysts, including myself, highly ranked Noel (my WR5). Noel is a twitchy player who provides short-area quickness. His journey to dynasty fantasy football relevance becomes slightly more complicated with a crowded wide receiver room that includes college teammate Jayden Higgins, Nico Collins, newly acquired Christian Kirk, plus Tank Dell. I am banking on Noel’s talent to overcome the depth of the position.
2.11 Bhayshul Tuten | RB | Jacksonville Jaguars
Age: 22 | 5’11” | 209 lbs
Keith Ensminger: I wasn’t in love with Bhayshul Tuten’s landing spot at first, but it has grown on me as the days pass since the 2025 NFL Draft. Travis Etienne was a mess last year, and Tank Bigsby’s relative lack of athleticism does not inspire confidence. Perhaps the new Jaguars coaching staff agrees. Every personnel move Jacksonville has made this off season screams speed, speed, and more speed. As the 2025 rookie running back with the highest Nerd Score in the play speed category, Tuten has that, and then some. The only other player I was considering here was Jalen Royals, but in this draft class, I’m breaking any tie by picking a running back over a wide receiver.
2.12 | Jalen Milroe | QB | Seattle Seahawks
Age 22 | 6’2” | 217 lbs
Steven Pintado: With the last pick in round 2, I took an upside play in Jalen Milroe. This isn’t a very talented quarterback draft class, but Milroe’s upside makes me think of Jalen Hurts—especially in the locker room with his hard work ethic. Milroe will likely sit in 2025, but everyone also said that about Michael Penix Jr. last season. Sam Darnold is likely on a short leash with his contract, and Milroe could easily start in 2026 if everything works out right for him. Shedeur Sanders and Tyler Shough were also at play here.
Round 3 | SuperFlex Rookie Mock
3.01 | Shedeur Sanders | QB | Cleveland Browns
Age 23 | 6’2’’ | 215 lbs
Taylor Christianson: Polarizing barely describes the situation surrounding Shedeur Sanders. Rather than being a top-20 selection, he was a top-150 selection. The meteoric fall of Sanders’ NFL stock has directly impacted his dynasty value—and thus, a great opportunity. Without the behind-the-scenes (and in front of the scenes) events that caused Sanders to fall, he would have likely been a mid-Day 2 selection or better based on his talent. In Kevin Stefanski’s offense, with the stud rookie RB tandem and blossoming receiving corps, Sanders has every chance to succeed. Only Joe Flacco, Kenny Pickett, and fellow rookie Dillon Gabriel (3rd Rd) stand in the way. Sanders has the physical tools to win the job and be a franchise QB. I’m willing to take a gamble on him as early as 2.10.
3.02 | Jaydon Blue | RB | Dallas Cowboys
Age 21 | 5’9” | 196 lbs
Johnny Goode: At this point in the draft, it’s all about upside. I considered Woody Marks or Jaydon Blue here for similar reasons. Jaydon Blue lands in Dallas, where he teams up with Javonte Williams and Miles Sanders. If this were a real draft, I would have been trying to trade up for him as I don’t think he belongs outside of the 2nd, so this is great value in my opinion. Jaydon Blue doesn’t project as a 3-down running back, but he doesn’t need to be—especially in Dallas. Let Javonte Williams handle the between-the-tackles running, and Blue can get 6 to 8 targets a game; a poor man’s De’Von Achane. One of the biggest surprises for me was Dallas not addressing WR, so there is a great possibility that they also use Blue in the slot to help take pressure off of CeeDee Lamb. I am very excited about this value in the early 3rd. You’re my boy, Blue!
3.03 | Terrance Ferguson | TE | Los Angeles Rams
Age 22 | 6‘5“ | 255 lbs
Mike Johrendt: I figured it was finally time to dive into the tight end pool, and Terrance Ferguson is the right prospect to take that leap for. By joining a strong passing attack with the Los Angeles Rams, Ferguson should be able to jump Tyler Higbee on the depth chart by the end of the season. Outside of the core two options at TE this year, Ferguson is a part of the next tier of rookies that you should consider. This selection came down to Ferguson, Elijah Arroyo, and Devin Neal, with Ferguson winning out due to the draft capital the Rams spent on Ferguson, as well as the expected role for him—both now and in the future.
3.04 | Elijah Arroyo | TE | Seahawks
Age 22 | 6’5” | 250 lbs
Doc Mitchell: Here at the top of the 3rd round, I headed back to the TE position and selected new Seahawks TE Elijah Arroyo. The talented former University of Miami star—Arroyo offers tantalizing upside for the position. He will be stuck behind Noah Fant for at least a season, but that could be a blessing in disguise as he will have time to develop and learn from the former 1st Round pick. Had it not been for struggling through multiple injuries in college, Arroyo could have gone even higher. As it stands, he will be given a chance to develop into a long-term starter in the Pacific Northwest. It was my confidence in his long-term outlook that helped me go with Arroyo over Tyler Shough and others.
3.05 | Tyler Shough | QB | New Orleans Saints
Age 25 | 6’5” | 225 lbs
Mychal Warno: I feel Tyler Shough is fantastic value in the 3rd round. There is a lot of uncertainty around Derek Carr and his shoulder injury. New Orleans drafting Shough signals to me that they are not fully confident in Spencer Rattler. If Shough is named the starter, I can immediately get a positive return on my 3rd round investment. There is also the possibility that Head Coach Kellen Moore is able to develop Shough, and he could provide a reliable option at the quarterback position.
3.06 Dylan Sampson | RB | Cleveland Browns
Age: 20 | 5’8” | 201 lbs
Keith Ensminger: I had to double-check that Dylan Sampson was still available here in the middle of the 3rd round, and imagine my surprise when he was. The concerns of being drafted behind Quinshon Judkins in Cleveland are a bit overblown. In today’s NFL, there are very few backfields held exclusively by one running back. In fact, we have seen this very team produce multiple high-end options. In 2020, Nick Chubb and Kareem Hunt both finished the season as top-12 running backs. Are Judkins and Sampson to those same levels of talent? Time will tell, but to get a player with the potential of Dylan Sampson in the middle of the 3rd round was a no-brainer for me. The only other player I considered here was Woody Marks, but I think Sampson will see the field sooner and is simply more talented.
3.07 | Devin Neal | RB | New Orleans Saints
Age 21 | 5’11” | 213 lbs
Steven Pintado: In the middle of round 3, we take Devin Neal, running back of the New Orleans Saints. Neal was a prospect from Kansas who showed he could handle the rock with 3-straight seasons of 1,000 yards. The Saints need an early down running back to pair with an aging Alvin Kamara. Neal could be a steal for a team looking for a running back later in the draft. Other players in play were Dylan Sampson and Woody Marks.
3.08 | Woody Marks | RB | Houston Texans
Age 24 | 5’10’’ | 208 lbs
Taylor Christianson: When an NFL team trades up to select a RB, my dynasty senses start tingling. The Houston Texans traded away the No. 179 overall pick and a 2026 3rd Round pick to move up in the 4th Round and select Woody Marks. That seems like a steep cost for a backup RB, unless the Texans have a plan for Marks in the offense. I’m willing to put my draft capital where Raheem Morris and co. put their investments at this stage in the draft. If there’s a path to relevance and security in the position, there’s little more to hope for with a mid-3rd round selection. I’ve been drafting Marks in the 3rd ahead of Devin Neal and Jordan James. I considered Pat Bryant as well, but I value the upside of a PPR RB over a WR3 for Bo Nix at this stage.
3.09 | Pat Bryant | WR | Denver
Age 22 | 6‘2“ | 204 lbs
Johnny Goode: Sniped again! I was hoping Marks would be here, but since he’s not, I’ll go with Pat Bryant. Early-3rd round draft capital, to a team that has Courtland Sutton and Denzel Mims, and that’s about it. Bryant is eerily similar to Courtland Sutton, who is in the last year of his contract. These are the targets I’m looking for in round 3. I considered Jalen Royals here as well, as he has just as much upside in my opinion.
3.10 | Jalen Royals | WR | Kansas City Chiefs
Age 22 | 6‘0“ | 205 lbs
Mike Johrendt: Any time you can draft a piece of the Kansas City Chiefs offense in a rookie draft, you have to be interested, especially if it is late in the 3rd round. Wideout Jalen Royals finds himself as the 10th selection of the 3rd round, as he joins a receiver room that needs contributors. With Rashee Rice’s health and pending legal issues making his 2025 season a bit murky, Royals could find himself having an early-season role alongside Xavier Worthy. The Utah State WR joins the Chiefs looking to make a name for himself, and he is in a great spot to do so. This selection came down to Royals and Jordan James, with Royals winning out due to the offense he is in.
3.11 | Kyle Monangai | RB | Chicago Bears
Age 22 | 5’8” | 211 lbs
Doc Mitchell: This was probably my biggest reach of the entire draft. But, if you are going to reach, do it later in your drafts and for a player you believe in. The Chicago Bears looked destined to take an RB high in the 2025 NFL draft. But that didn’t happen, and the team chose not to address the position until their very last pick in the 7th round. Rutgers’ Kyle Monangai is a really fun player to scout. He plays with maximum effort on every carry. It is my belief that he will be given a chance to fight it out with Roschon Johnson for the David Montgomery role in Ben Johnson’s new scheme. That could make him an extremely useful player to plug and play in your flex spots. His potential upside in that role was worth me gambling on over Will Howard, who I also considered.
3.12 | Jordan James | RB | San Francisco 49ers
Age 21 | 5’10” | 210 lbs
Mychal Warno: I was extremely high on Jordan James during the pre-draft process. James was ranked as my RB8 due to his ability in the passing game and his low pad level. However, he did not test well at the NFL Scouting Combine, which caused him to fall in the NFL Draft to the 5th Round. However, James fell into a favorable landing spot with the San Francisco 49ers, as it seems every year, they can get the best out of their running back room. I also was hoping Woody Marks would fall to me, but I was sniped by Taylor Christianson.
Round 4 | SuperFlex Rookie Mock
4.01 Elic Ayomanor | WR | Tennessee Titans
Age: 21 | 6’2” | 209 lbs
Keith Ensminger: I was admittedly lower than most on Elic Ayomanor throughout the pre-draft process, and he was drafted a little later than many expected. However, I love his landing spot in Tennessee, learning the offense alongside fellow rookie Cam Ward. I also love his opportunity on a wide-open Titans’ depth chart. This late in the rookie draft, I am looking for players with a high ceiling, and I don’t believe there are many players left on the board with the same near-term scoring potential as Ayomanor.
4.02 | Will Howard | QB | Pittsburgh Steelers
Age 23 | 6’4” | 236 lbs
Steven Pintado: In round 4, we found a potential starting quarterback in a good situation. The Steelers now have Mason Rudolph, Skylar Thompson, and Will Howard in their quarterback room. There is no reason why a former National Champion quarterback can’t win the job at the start of the season. Howard, in round 4, makes it low risk to take a shot on a QB2 potential quarterback in a good offense for 2025 in SuperFlex leagues.
4.03 | Isaac TeSlaa | WR | Detroit Lions
Age 23 | 6’4’’ | 217 lbs
Taylor Christianson: The name of the game is draft capital, and Isaac TeSlaa’s got it. After being selected 6th overall in the 3rd Round, TeSlaa slots in as the potential WR3 for Jared Goff. With Jameson Williams always in flux, there is an opportunity down the line for TeSlaa to outproduce Detroit’s presumed WR2. While 4th round rookie picks rarely pan out for dynasty, I’m willing to send a 2026 4th to acquire a pick to select TeSlaa. The other player I considered here was Trevor Etienne, whom I would also trade a future 4th to select.
4.04 | Dillon Gabriel | QB | Cleveland
Age 24 | 5‘11“ | 205 lbs
Johnny Goode: In the 4th round, you’re just hoping you get something that might increase in value. Dillon Gabriel joins a crowded QB room that can be described as mid at best. If he hits, this is a massive value for SuperFlex leagues. At worst, I expect him to get a shot at some point this season so Cleveland can make a determination for the 2026 NFL Draft. At that point, your leaguemates may be in heavy need of a QB starting in the NFL. That’s when you cash in on this selection.
4.05 | Jacory Croskey-Merritt | RB | Washington Commanders
Age 24 | 5‘11“ | 208 lbs
Mike Johrendt: At this point in your rookie drafts, you are taking shots on lottery tickets more than proven entities, but Jacory Croskey-Merritt is an interesting dice roll. Joining the Washington Commanders running back room, Croskey-Merritt falls behind Brian Robinson Jr. and Austin Ekeler on the depth chart, but that might not last too long. The former New Mexico back puts up a ton of good reps on tape, as his speed and athleticism jump off the page. Don’t be surprised if Ekeer cedes his passing-game work to Croskey-Merritt as the season progresses. This selection came down to Croskey-Merritt and Brashard Smith, with Croskey-Merritt winning out due to his skill set and athleticism.
4.06 Oronde Gadsden II | TE | Los Angelas Chargers
Age 21 | 6’5” | 243 lbs
Doc Mitchell: I just couldn’t help myself and went right back to the TE position with my final pick of this mock. Former Syracuse TE Oronde Gadsden was taken in the 5th Round of the NFL Draft by the Los Angeles Chargers. I like this landing spot for his long-term outlook. Tyler Conklin and Will Dissly likely aren’t long for the Chargers organization. Gadsden should have an opportunity to sit and learn behind the veterans, giving him further time to develop as a blocker and overall TE. If Harbaugh and company can tap into his potential, I think Gadsden could be a special player—enough so that I took him over some interesting late round RBs like DJ Giddens.
4.07 Brashard Smith | RB | Kansas City Chiefs
Age 25 | 5’10” | 196 lbs
Mychal Warno: Brashard Smith went to the Kansas City Chiefs in the 7th Round, providing them with the pass-catching running back they have lacked for some time. Smith converted from wide receiver to running back during his final season at SMU. The position switch proved to be a wise decision, as he rushed for 1,332 yards and 14 touchdowns. Brashard Smith can provide Head Coach Andy Reid with a Swiss Army knife-style role in the Chiefs’ offense.
4.08 Trevor Etienne | RB | Carolina Panthers
Age: 20 | 5’9” | 205 lbs
Keith Ensminger: The Carolina depth chart isn’t going to do Trevor Etienne any favors, but he is still a talented running back landing with an ascending offense. If Etienne can find his way onto the field early, he could supplant Rico Dowdle as the change-of-pace back behind Chuba Hubbard. The return of Jonathan Brooks still lingers to further muddy the waters, but the coaching staff likely realizes he can’t be counted on after two devastating injuries in his short career.
4.09 | DJ Giddens | RB | Indianapolis Colts
Age 21 | 6’0” | 212 lbs
Steven Pintado: DJ Giddens is another talented prospect, but ended up in a tough situation for 2025. He lands in Indianapolis behind Jonathan Taylor. Taylor has an out in his contract for 2026, and we’ve seen his injury history over his NFL career. Giddens is worth the shot in round 4, even as a backup, with a potential (long) shot to start in 2026.
4.10 | Cam Miller | QB | Las Vegas Raiders
Age 23 | 6’1’’ | 212 lbs
Taylor Christianson: In most drafts, this would be Trevor Etienne or a trade out for a future 4th-round pick. For this SuperFlex TE Premium rookie mock draft, I went with a proven veteran signal caller out of North Dakota State. Cam Miller is clutch and battle-tested. He’s a Missouri Valley Conference champion and a leader of men on the field. If Geno Smith were to go down, Miller could come in and keep the chains moving—especially with his legs. He has backup potential and could be flipped for future draft capital if the right opportunity arises.
4.11 | Harold Fannin Jr | TE | Cleveland
Age 20 | 6’3“ | 241 lbs
Johnny Goode: It’s near the end of round 4, and there’s a player with Day 2 draft capital still on the board?! Many may shy away from Harold Fannin Jr. because of his situation, and he isn’t the fastest tight end out there. He produced at an elite level in college and has a good route tree. Yes, Cleveland has David Njoku, but he is also in the last year of his contract. In addition, Kevin Stefanski is supposedly going back to using 2-TE sets. Fannin is more Sam LaPorta in that he can play multiple different spots on offense. If you can get Fannin in the 4th round of your TEP leagues, thank your leaguemates for the free trade-up!
4.12 | Tahj Brooks | RB | Cincinnati Bengals
Age 22 | 5‘10“ | 230 lbs
Mike Johrendt: My final selection of our post-NFL Draft mock is Tahj Brooks, who should become the handcuff to Chase Brown for the Cincinnati Bengals. The former Texas Tech product is exactly the kind of dart throw you want to take near the end of your rookie draft, as Brooks’ collegiate production paints an efficient picture for his NFL role. Solid in all aspects of his game, Brooks shouldn’t be a threat to take over work from Brown, but he should find himself in a competition alongside Samaje Perine for passing-game work. This selection came down to Brooks and Damien Martinez, with Brooks winning out due to his landing spot and overall collegiate body of work.
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