2025 Dynasty Rookie Mock Draft (Based on Chad Reuter’s NFL.com NFL DRAFT) Round 1
Every year, the NFL Draft reshapes the dynasty landscape—and landing spots can send player values skyrocketing or crashing in real time. Using Chad Reuter’s latest 7-round mock draft on NFL.com as the foundation, I put together a 2025 Dynasty Rookie Mock Draft to reflect how these prospects should come off the board based on their new homes and draft capital.
This isn’t just about talent—it’s about opportunity, team fit, and how front offices view these players. Some names rise because they landed in a dream scenario, while others fall victim to depth charts or disappointing draft slots. Let’s dive into how your rookie drafts could look if Reuter’s predictions come to life—starting with the no-brainer picks at the top, all the way down to the sleeper darts you’ll be throwing in the later rounds.
ROUND 1
1.01 | Ashton Jeanty | RB | New England Patriots
New coaching staff. Statement pick. The Pats spend the 4th overall on Jeanty — this isn’t a depth add, it’s a regime-defining move. He’s coming in to be Drake Maye’s baby blanket and Vrabel’s bell cow, full stop. Smooth feet, elite vision, soft hands — he checks every box. Don’t get cute. This is your 1.01.
1.02 | Cameron Ward | QB | Tennessee Titans
Ward goes 1st overall, and that kind of investment buys you 3–4 years minimum of runway—no questions asked. The Titans already have Pollard and Spears to take the heat off, and Ridley still has juice as a WR1. But the real kicker? Brian Callahan is going to scheme this kid into greatness. Ward’s got the arm, the poise, the twitchy release — and now the backing to grow into a fantasy cornerstone.
1.03 | Travis Hunter | WR | Cleveland Browns
The talent? Undeniable. The buzz? He’s playing real WR snaps, and that’s where the fantasy juice starts flowing. He’ll compete early with Jeudy and Njoku for targets, and yeah — the QB situation is murky. But Hunter is the real deal, both athletically and mentally. If he’s full-time offense, this could be a steal. Don’t let positional confusion scare you off the upside.
1.04 | Jaxson Dart | QB | New Orleans Saints
Yes, Sanders went earlier in the NFL Draft. But Dart’s path to starting is much clearer, and in dynasty, clarity matters. You’ll know fast whether you’ve got something or if it’s time to pivot. The Saints need a spark, and Dart has the tools—athleticism, toughness, and just enough chaos to be dangerous. The question is: can New Orleans rein him in? I’ll take that swing in Superflex and bet on value now, not maybe later.
1.05 | Shedeur Sanders | QB | Las Vegas Raiders
Drafted 6th overall, Sanders lands behind Geno Smith, but let’s not get too comfy — Geno’s the 3rd oldest starting QB in the NFL. This isn’t about Week 1 starts; it’s about long-term investment in a quarterback with real tools and the right mentality. Sanders might sit, but he’s built to lead—and top-10 QBs are dynasty gold. You’re buying future security here, and when the opportunity comes, it’ll stick. The real uncertainty? When it arrives.
1.06 | Omarion Hampton | RB | Denver Broncos
Drafted 20th overall by Sean Payton, Hampton isn’t just walking into opportunity—he’s being handed the keys. The Broncos’ RB room? Basically a motivational quote and a couple of bodies. Hampton brings a true three-down profile—he’s smooth through the hole, powerful through contact, and can catch. And if Payton’s making him a first-round pick, that’s not just trust—that’s a feature role incoming. Hampton’s elite capital and early volume make him a priority target even in a strong RB class.
1.07 | TreVeyon Henderson | RB | Dallas Cowboys
This feels like finding free money on the sidewalk. You weren’t planning on Henderson being here, but you’re not asking questions either. Drafted 44th overall, he lands in Dallas, where the team is thirsty for RB production, and he’s got the traits to end the drought in a hurry. Field-flipping speed, home-run vision, and the ability to put 10+ points on the board with a single touch. If McCarthy uses him right, Henderson could end up the best fantasy back in this entire class—and it wouldn’t be a shock at all.
1.08 | Colston Loveland | TE | Los Angeles Chargers
The Warren vs. Loveland debate will live on in group chats forever—but Loveland may have just taken the lead. He reunites with Jim Harbaugh, his college coach, and walks into an offense led by Justin Herbert. That’s not just familiarity—that’s trust baked in from Day 1. Loveland is the smoother route runner, less scheme-dependent, and has a path to become Herbert’s go-to mismatch over the middle. This is the kind of pick that locks down your TE slot for the next 8+ years.
1.09 | Tyler Warren | TE | Indianapolis Colts
Another “how did he fall this far?” moment—but that’s what happens in Superflex when QBs flood the top. Drafted 13th overall, Warren is a matchup nightmare with the versatility to be schemed all over the field. Indy clearly has a plan—you don’t spend that kind of capital to let him rot. And yet... the whispers of Kyle Pitts echo from the basement, warning fantasy managers to fear the unknown. But this isn’t Atlanta. Warren has the traits, the landing spot, and the draft capital—don’t let past trauma block future production.
1.10 | Emeka Egbuka | WR | Green Bay Packers
Name fatigue hit Emeka hard this draft cycle, but this landing spot is the antidote. The Packers are clamoring for a true WR1, and Egbuka walks in as the most reliable, pro-ready option they’ve had in years. Work ethic, toughness, intelligence — he’s going to outwork your DB on every single route. This isn’t a flashy pick, it’s a foundational one. If he becomes Jordan Love’s go-to, you’re locking in a steady fantasy WR2 with weekly upside for years to come.
1.11 | Tetairoa McMillan | WR | Seattle Seahawks
No name in this class took a bigger hit than Tet’s. Once the unquestioned WR1, he’s now drifting into WR3/4 territory on some boards. Drafted 18th overall, he lands in Seattle with JSN ascending and Cooper Kupp mentoring—and honestly, it might be the best thing for him. McMillan won’t be forced into an alpha role. Instead, he can thrive as a high-level WR2/3 while learning from a player he could stylistically mirror in Kupp. The path just got longer, not dimmer.
1.12 | Matthew Golden | WR | Dallas Cowboys
No WR boosted their stock more than Golden. He flashed in the playoffs, crushed the combine, and now goes 12th overall to the Cowboys, lining up opposite CeeDee Lamb in one of the league’s most high-powered offenses. Even if you weren’t a believer before, this landing spot should shake you awake. If the O-line gets right, this unit could erupt for fantasy production, and Golden’s smooth route running and deep speed give him a real shot to rise, even in the eyes of his harshest critics.
