After ranking my favorite movies and TV shows from 2025, it’s time for a way too early top 50 for fantasy football. We’ll use 0.5 PPR, highlighting any glaring differences between formats. Onto best ball season!
1. Bijan Robinson, RB, Atlanta Falcons
Robinson was behind only Christian McCaffrey in expected fantasy points among RBs this season, and Tyler Allgeier is an UFA. The Falcons hired Bill Callahan as offensive line coach, and Robinson is due to score more touchdowns next year.
2. Jahmyr Gibbs, RB, Detroit Lions
David Montgomery could exit Detroit, which might push Gibbs to No. 1.
3. Puka Nacua, WR, Los Angeles Rams
Nacua led WRs in fantasy scoring in 2025 despite missing a game and Davante Adams comfortably leading the NFL in touchdown catches. Nacua has a strong argument to be the top pick in PPR drafts.
4. Ja’Marr Chase, WR, Cincinnati Bengals
Chase was fantasy’s WR3 despite Joe Burrow missing half the year. Still just 25 years old.
5. Jaxon Smith-Njigba, WR, Seattle Seahawks
JSN emerged as a true superstar in 2025, finishing as the WR2 despite Seattle ranking 30th in pass attempts (27.7 per game). He could go as high as No. 2 in PPR leagues. I really want a top five pick in 2026.
6. Christian McCaffrey, RB, San Francisco 49ers
CMC is the No. 1 fantasy player, but age (will be 30) and workload concerns push him down. McCaffrey has lost a step and just had the fourth most intended touches (480) by a running back since 2000. But his role will remain invaluable while healthy.
7. Jonathan Taylor, RB, Indianapolis Colts
Taylor was fantasy’s RB1 by a significant margin through 10 weeks when Daniel Jones suffered a fractured fibula, averaging a whopping 25.9 fantasy points (0.5 PPR). LaDainian Tomlinson averaged 26.6 fpg during the highest ever scoring season by a fantasy back in 2006, for perspective. The Colts need to figure out their QB situation, but Taylor feels like a safer pick than CMC.
8. De’Von Achane, RB, Miami Dolphins
Achane might jump Taylor in PPR formats, but Miami’s new coaching hires weren’t overly inspiring.
9. CeeDee Lamb, WR, Dallas Cowboys
A high-ankle sprain likely sapped some of Lamb’s production outside of the missed time in 2025. He can coexist with George Pickens given Dallas’ high passing volume, but Lamb’s fantasy value would rise further should Pickens surprisingly leave this offseason.
10. Amon-Ra St. Brown, WR, Detroit Lions
St. Brown may have a lower ceiling than some players available later, but he’s seemingly as safe as it gets.
11. James Cook, RB, Buffalo Bills
Cook countered some mild TD regression by leading the league in rushing. Ray Davis who?
12. Malik Nabers, WR, New York Giants
Nabers is the all-time leader in targets per game (10.8) by a wide margin, and now he has a quarterback. Health reports will dictate whether this rank moves up or down in August. Get your Comeback Player of the Year bets in now.
13. Justin Jefferson, WR, Minnesota Vikings
Jefferson is coming off a down season, but he’s still averaged the second most receiving yards per game (90.2) in NFL history. Here’s a Hall of fame talent still in his prime with a top tier offensive coach. Minnesota’s uncertain quarterback room is the reason Jefferson isn’t going top five. Buy low.
14. Drake London, WR, Atlanta Falcons
Love the Drake, Hate the Drake. London remains something of an enigma, but it’s clear he’s an alpha when healthy and a fantasy monster when given the opportunity. Kevin Stefanski could be a major upgrade for Atlanta’s offense.
15. Ashton Jeanty, RB, Las Vegas Raiders
Jeanty has No. 1 overall upside, but the Raiders will need to improve dramatically during the offseason. A new coaching staff and quarterback will help.
16. Brock Bowers, TE, Las Vegas Raiders
Don’t forget how dominant Bowers has been when healthy, and the Raiders’ quarterback situation can only improve.
17. Trey McBride, TE, Arizona Cardinals
McBride won fantasy leagues in 2025, and he’ll go higher in PPR formats. Move him up in the unlikely event Arizona enters 2026 with Jacoby Brissett as the starter.
18. Jeremiyah Love, RB, TBD
Love’s ADP will depend on where he lands in the draft, and he may see a slight discount following Jeanty’s disappointing rookie campaign. Love might be the best player in this year’s draft. Admittedly, I likely won’t be able to restrain myself here.
19. Rashee Rice, WR, Kansas City Chiefs
Few players have a better role in fantasy football, but Rice is once again at risk of suspension.
20. Nico Collins, WR, Houston Texans
C.J. Stroud hasn’t looked the same since his rookie season, and Tank Dell will return in 2026, but Collins is a star. An improved offensive line would help.
21. Omarion Hampton, RB, Los Angeles Chargers
22. George Pickens, WR, TBD
23. Chase Brown, RB, Cincinnati Bengals
24. Saquon Barkley, RB, Philadelphia Eagles
25. Derrick Henry, RB, Baltimore Ravens
26. Josh Jacobs, RB, Green Bay Packers
27. Josh Allen, QB, Buffalo Bills
28. Garrett Wilson, WR, New York Jets
29. Chris Olave, WR, New Orleans Saints
30. Kenneth Walker, RB, Seattle Seahawks
31. Bucky Irving, RB, Tampa Bay Buccaneers
32. Tee Higgins, WR, Cincinnati Bengals
33. A.J. Brown, WR, Philadelphia Eagles
34. Tetairoa McMillan, WR, Carolina Panthers
35. Breece Hall, RB, TBD
36. Lamar Jackson, QB, Baltimore Ravens
37. Drake Maye, QB, New England Patriots
38. Davante Adams, WR, Los Angeles Rams
39. Kyren Williams, RB, Los Angeles Rams
40. Quinshon Judkins, RB, Cleveland Browns
41. Cam Skattebo, RB, New York Giants
42. RJ Harvey, RB, Denver Broncos
43. Colston Loveland, TE, Chicago Bears
44. TreVeyon Henderson, RB, New England Patriots
45. Javonte Williams, RB, TBD
46. Travis Etienne Jr., RB, TBD
47. Jayden Daniels, QB, Washington Commanders
48. Terry McLaurin, WR, Washington Commanders
49. Jameson Williams, WR, Detroit Lions
50. Zay Flowers, WR, Baltimore Ravens