Fantasy Football Dynasty Start-Up Mock Draft: 12-Teams, Superflex (RotoBaller Staff Picks)

Chris Gregory breaks down the RotoBaller staff's fantasy football dynasty startup mock draft for Superflex leagues ahead of the 2025 fantasy season.

For the well-initiated, you know dynasty fantasy football is a year-round game that is trending strongly toward the Superflex format. This means that a majority of newer dynasty leagues are those in which quarterbacks are valued at a premium. For that reason, our staff got together and conducted a Superflex dynasty startup mock for your enjoyment.

Below, you will find a team-by-team breakdown of the lineups our analysts drafted. With those lineups, you will find analysis of the best and worst picks for each team. Additionally, you will note that we decipher what the overall strategy of that team was. Did they draft a bunch of vets in a win-now build? Did they try to find balance, or go all in toward the future?

Finally, below you will find a breakdown of how each team is likely to perform. Will they contend this year, or next? Will they struggle and fall into a quick rebuild that they were not prepared for? Only time will tell, but a deep analysis can help us make a pretty good guess.

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Team #1 (JP Sticco)

Best Picks: Current ADP has Jayden Daniels going third overall (1.03) in Superflex dynasty startups, but he deserves to go 1.01 in these formats. JP made the right call with his first pick, even if it isn’t a straight consensus.

What gives Daniels a slight edge at 1.01 is the fact that he can generate nearly as much value with his legs as Josh Allen or Lamar Jackson, yet he's a much more polished and accurate passer than either. Throw in the fact that he is significantly younger than those two, and he has a game that could age much better. If all things go well, you could be looking at a faster version of Steve Young.

This one of my favorite Jayden Daniels throw…a pure dot https://t.co/kEHkCHLorw pic.twitter.com/5olLC366RB

— Zonerunner (@zonerunner331) July 3, 2025

In addition to Daniels, Team Sticco got good value with four of its first five picks. Justin Herbert does not often fall to the third round. His youth and physical ability make for an elite QB2 option in most formats, even if his offensive scheme mutes his short-term outlook. Meanwhile, Worthy's upside is worth a fourth-round pick, so getting him in the fifth is solid value.

Reaches or Head-scratchers: This team started strong with Daniels, Herbert, Barkley, and Worthy as all fine win-now selections. While there are questions about whether Barkley can sustain another heavy workload or whether Worthy will maintain his pace from late 2024 with Rashee Rice back, both have tremendous upside in 2025.

With that said, there are risks with deploying DeVonta Smith as your WR1. The Alabama product is a fine talent, but he rarely produces without injuries around him. Worse, Smith is locked into a crowded Eagles offense for the foreseeable future. Stacking him and Barkley on the same fantasy roster is a questionable move, too, since Smith may need a Barkley injury to thrive.

Predicting Team Outcome: This team should contend for several years but will likely miss its title window and have to rebuild on the fly with late draft picks.

By solidifying both his quarterback spots early and selecting Barkley in the third, JP started with a "Win Now" build. The selections of David Montgomery and Travis Etienne Jr. continued that strategy. However, JP's early picks forced him to wait and gamble at receiver. Now, his 2025 title hopes could depend on the health of A.J. Brown, Amon-Ra St. Brown, and Rice.

Additionally, there is considerable volatility in this receiver room overall. Every receiver on this squad is the second banana in their offense, if not worse. One could even argue Jameson Williams is the fourth option in Detroit's offense, solidifying his boom-bust profile. Worse, Tre Harris is JP's starting flex despite no solidified starting spot in L.A. That means it could be hard to win now.

Team #2 (Patrick McGrath)

Best Picks: Drake London at the 3.02 spot is tremendous value, and pairing him with Michael Penix Jr. could be a stroke of genius if the young quarterback reaches his potential. London’s target share with Penix was in the top five last season, even if the sample size was too small to draw firm convictions.

Patrick also got tremendous value out of TreVeyon Henderson in the fifth round and Tee Higgins in the late fourth. Given this is a PPR format, Henderson’s floor in 2026 should be RB12. Meanwhile, when Higgins and Joe Burrow have both been healthy, the former Clemson receiver has been 13^th amongst receivers in fantasy points per game.

Reaches or Head-scratchers: Making Luther Burden III your WR3 is a significant bet on the upside of a player who was labeled a character concern in the NFL Draft. Worse, Burden is mired in a crowded Bears offense where he could finish fourth on his team in targets. Worse, some reports out of Chicago are suggesting Burden is already having some attitude concerns.

Relying on Tyler Shough and Penix as your QB2 duo is also risky. Shough is particularly tough to rely on, given that he is a 26-year-old rookie who won’t have much immediate value if he is New Orleans’ starter. Taking Sam Darnold a round earlier would have offered better value.

Predicting Team Outcome: This team will contend if Penix is an average NFL passer in the next two years.

Patrick deploys the kind of middle-ground build that you strive for. While Josh Allen's game could age worse than your average quarterback, he should still provide high-end QB stats for several more years. Meanwhile, this team has very young players who are either at the top of their position (London, Higgins, Trey McBride) or have the potential to be (Henderson and Penix).

However, Patrick did take a few too many risks at receiver (starting Burden and Jayden Higgins) and at flex (starting David Njoku) to truly contend in 2025. The extreme lack of floor on those rookie receivers makes it hard to trust this team immediately, though these are holes that can be easily addressed in next year’s rookie draft or if these rookies pan out.

Team #3 (Brad Camara)

Best Picks: It's hard to find many bad picks for this win-now squad, as they all made sense for the route Brad chose. Once Jayden Daniels and Josh Allen were selected with the first two picks, this team recognized that Lamar Jackson was easily the next best value and drafted around his window of opportunity.

Jonathan Taylor and Kyren Williams are short-term assets, but the duo gives Brad two true RB1s to support Jackson. Meanwhile, Nico Collins gives this win-now build an immediate true WR1, while Jordan Addison and Jaylen Waddle both have high-end WR2 upside, despite Addison's three-game suspension.

Feel like we're overlooking the potential of Nico Collins finishing as the overall WR1

Weeks 1-5:

-9.0 targets
-6.4 receptions
-113.4 receiving yards
-21.3 PPR PPG

*Only played 13% of snaps in Week 5 pic.twitter.com/18pyCjMw3l

— Adam Pfeifer (@APfeifer24) July 7, 2025

However, the best decision Brad made was taking C.J. Stroud in the third round. People are fading Stroud because he struggled after injuries ravaged his receiver group and offensive line, but that ignores the high-end QB1 potential he showed as a rookie. With more weapons at receiver, Stroud should improve this year and leap in 2026 when the team truly improves its blocking.

Reaches or Head-scratchers: Starting Brandon Aiyuk and Zach Charbonnet in the flex could be risky for a win-now roster.

Neither Charbonnet nor Aiyuk is guaranteed to ever lead their team in touches or opportunities, and there is reason to believe both have capped upside. With Charbonnet in particular, Tony Pollard may have been the better win-now choice, while Jack Bech was arguably the better long-term choice.

Predicting Team Outcome: This win-now build should be a strong title contender for the next three years, when age and injuries should rob its quarterbacks and running backs of their edge.

Brad smartly identified his win-now strategy early in the draft and committed to it. When Jackson was available at 1.03, Team Camara had little choice but to grab him and build around him. A majority of his picks fit that build and understanding, showing good strategy and commitment to a plan.

The downside of this build is that Brad may have a major rebuild on his hands whenever age and injuries catch up with Jackson and his running backs. That could be as soon as this coming season, though odds favor at least two top-contender seasons before he has to commit to a rebuild.

Team #4 (Scott Engel)

Best Picks: Ladd McConkey was a top-20 prospect early in our 2024 NFL Draft rankings, and he delivered on that grade late last year. The former Bulldog has good top-end speed and great hands, plus he’s one of the best route runners in the NFL. Despite the lack of volume in a Harbaugh offense, McConkey has the skill set and the quarterback to be a top-10 WR in dynasty.

Reaches or Head-scratchers: Scott's team isn't exactly filled with head-scratchers, so much as it's just an old team that needs a lot of luck to win before it falls apart. Those brittle bones started with Scott selecting Tyreek Hill and Terry McLaurin over younger and safer options like Zay Flowers, DK Metcalf, and Jordan Addison.

Justin Fields in the fourth is another risky pick, given Scott’s build. Fields has the potential to finish as fantasy’s QB1 overall if he remains a full-time starter. However, he also carries the risk of losing his job by 2026. Dak Prescott was available and a much safer/better fit for Scott’s build at the time Fields came off the board.

Predicting Team Outcome: This team's window to contend is one or two seasons … if it isn't closed already.

Scott committed fully to a win-now build by targeting multiple starters in their 30s. That includes at least two (Hill and Kelce) who have recently dealt with injuries and are coming off disappointing seasons. It is difficult to imagine players like Hill, Kelce, Aaron Rodgers, Cooper Kupp, Nick Chubb, or Jameis Winston maintaining fantasy value past 2026.

On top of all that, Scott spent premium picks on players (Justin Fields and Chuba Hubbard) who are a bit boom-or-bust for an aging, win-now build. If Fields fails to perform up to standards or New York replaces him in 2026, Scott could be looking at replacing almost his entire bench and 40% of his starting lineup next summer.

Team #5 (David Ventresca)

Best Picks: Rashee Rice is a fine choice at 4.08, considering he was on pace for top-5 volume before going down with injury in 2024. The presence of Xavier Worthy is a concern, as Worthy came on late as a rookie. However, Rice is a short-area YAC weapon whom Patrick Mahomes has relied on whenever he is on the field. That role is sustainable, even with Worthy ascending.

Pairing Mahomes with Rice could be one of the best stacks in fantasy if the Chiefs offense becomes more pass-oriented, like some reports suggest.

As for sleepers, the selection of Tory Horton at 16.08 was savvy. Horton has the length and change-of-direction skills to start on the outside for the Seahawks this year. Given Seattle's top two wideouts are best suited for the slot, do not be surprised if Horton earns a starting job sooner rather than later. If he does, he has enough talent to keep it.

THE #SEAHAWKS YOU DON'T KNOW 👀

Seattle's 5th round pick WR Tory Horton is likely one of the top 5 all-round athletes on the team. Run after catch, blazing speed 23.1 mph, great route runner, amazing hands, a 70.6% catch rate, a 57.1% contested catch rate...oh & he throws TDs. pic.twitter.com/yMp6IeewjR

— Setting The Edge (@SettingTheEdge) July 2, 2025

Reaches or Head-scratchers: Josh Downs and Khalil Shakir are both efficiency experts, earning targets at advanced clips despite playing in low-volume passing attacks. For those reasons, both are incredibly popular in dynasty circles. Unfortunately, volume remains a problem.

The volume problem particularly affects Shakir, as his offensive coordinator and quarterback are unlikely to change anytime soon. Thus, his target cap feels firm. Meanwhile, Downs has more potential for change and improvement in 2026. However, that potential and his short-area efficiency are not so good that he should have been drafted over Emeka Egbuka or Chris Olave.

Predicting Team Outcome: This team has the feel of a squad that will make the playoffs, but needs to draft at least two more quality receivers before it can truly contend.

There are win-now elements to this squad with Dak Prescott, DK Metcalf, and Achane. There are also strong long-term assets that can yield benefits now and in the future. Those players include Rice, Mahomes, Hampton, and Tucker Kraft. Unfortunately, this team lacks the upside at WR3, flex, or on its bench to be considered a true contender this year or next.

Team #6 (Jorden Hill)

Best Picks: Ja'Marr Chase at the 1.06 is screaming value, as one could argue he should go as high as 1.04, even in Superflex dynasty startups. This should be his floor, and it's a tremendous pick … even if it's a bit obvious.

Colston Loveland is also a fine pick, as he is the second-most-drafted rookie on my dynasty rosters. There is little question that Loveland's combination of hands, route running, and scheme placement make him a top-5 dynasty tight end as a rookie. Getting him at 8.07 is a fine value.

In the later rounds, Jorden targeted solid upside by nabbing Pat Bryant and Dylan Sampson in back-to-back rounds. Sampson, in particular, could become a dangerous weapon if Quinshon Judkins were to go down with injury.

Reaches or Head-scratchers: If Jorden drafted Derrick Henry intending to trade him to a contender midseason for a high draft pick, then that's a risky move with considerable potential. However, if he drafted Henry to win now … it's a move that doesn't fit this build.

While both of his quarterbacks have immense potential, neither Trevor Lawrence nor Caleb Williams has proved they can be anything more than a QB2 in fantasy so far. Then, consider that there are three rookies in this starting lineup, all of whom have question marks about their role or ability to contribute as rookies. That build doesn't fit using a high pick on Henry.

Predicting Team Outcome: While this team has major win-now receivers (Chase and Amon-Ra St. Brown), its contention window will likely open in 2026 when Lawrence, Williams, and Loveland all make significant jumps in their second years under Liam Coen and Ben Johnson.

Jorden’s choice of Chase gave him a five-year window to win with one of the best playmakers in football, and St. Brown in the second just added to that potential. However, taking receivers with his first two picks forced Jorden into taking risks on young starting quarterbacks. Fortunately for him, two high-upside options were available, and odds favored their return on his gamble.

Team #7 (Andy Smith)

Best Picks: One of the more obvious choices in this mock was Puka Nacua at 2.06. Getting one of the five best receivers this late in the draft is solid value, even in a Superflex format.

Jauan Jennings at 10.06 is also tremendous value, as he will be just 28 years old this season and has proven himself a reliable weapon in big moments for the 49ers. Given the injury to Brandon Aiyuk and the 49ers' cap situation, it will not be at all surprising if Jennings is the top wide receiver in San Francisco this year and then gets a bigger deal to be a quality WR2 in another offense.

Reaches or Head-scratchers: RJ Harvey going in the sixth round was rich even before J.K. Dobbins signed with Denver. Harvey is a shifty player with good speed and solid hands in the receiving game, and he lands in an offensive scheme that has produced nice RB production.

However, people pretend that Sean Payton has no history of splitting backfield carries or sharing backfield workloads, but that's not true. Mark Ingram II ate into Alvin Kamara's workload longer than he should have. That history suggests Dobbins could push Harvey's touches down more than you like, which is concerning when you consider Harvey is already 24 years old.

Predicting Team Outcome: This team should be a contender this year, but its future will depend on how well it replenishes its bench and at the RB2 position.

There's enough youth on this roster to like its long-term viability, as Emeka Egbuka and Rome Odunze are talented young players who Andy doesn’t rely on too much. There’s also enough veteran stability in Joe Burrow, Brock Purdy, Nacua, and A.J. Brown to keep this ship righted in the immediate future.

And the Bengals still lost said game. Maybe if they had won that game or the previous one they wouldn't have had to rely on the Chiefs backups to get in the playoffs.

Tell the rest of the team to help Joe Burrow or he'll be going through plays like this:pic.twitter.com/gUVhJhzlp2 https://t.co/GW0B3hI2Z2

— Eddie Resurreccion (@EdmarResurrecc1) July 8, 2025

The biggest question marks on this team will be at RB, where age and/or potential could be concerns. Depth could also be a major problem, as Calvin Ridley is the only starting-caliber backup, and the rest of the reserves either lack upside or stability.

Team #8 (Jamie Calandro)

Best Picks: A lot of us (yours truly specifically) are low on Breece Hall, given his well-below-average advanced metrics over the past two seasons. However, adding his combination of age and potential volume at pick 4.05 is very good value. At worst, Hall is a high-volume RB2 this year, but the best-case scenario is that he regains his rookie explosiveness and is an RB1 for several seasons.

Going deeper, both Brenton Strange and Christian Watson offer good value at their current ADP. Strange could be the third target on a Jaguars offense that projects to throw far more. Meanwhile, Watson possesses explosive traits that could thrive if he remains healthy and joins a more high-volume passing offense. Plus, his current ADP is in the 24^th round, and his IR eligibility saves roster space.

Reaches or Head-scratchers: Jamie’s squad is another where most of his picks made a lot of sense for his build, even if they aren't all the players we would have taken in those spots. It's tough to judge many of these selections when the "risky" players are taken in the right range, and the safer players fit the build.

Predicting Team Outcome: This build is that of a borderline contender that won't be the favorite to win, but it will be positioned to compete for five years or more.

A lot of this team's future depends on how you view Bo Nix and Jared Goff as fantasy assets. If you believe Nix's rookie stats were real and he has room to grow further, then this build can be strong. If you're like some of us who had Nix rated lower and believe he may already be near his ceiling while Goff is an average but not elite QB2, then the margin for error shrinks considerably.

Overall, this team's starters are all above-average assets. CeeDee Lamb, Jaxon Smith-Njigba, George Kittle, and Breece Hall are all high-floor options who should help this team contend in 2025 and 2026. Whether it can ascend will largely depend on whether the quarterbacks can replicate their 2024 statistics and whether Hall and Kenneth Walker III can remain healthy and effective.

Team #9 (Nicho Roessler)

Best Picks: Securing Baker Mayfield in the fourth round of a Superflex dynasty startup is on par with his ADP, and it reflects good value. While an unlikely touchdown rate inflated Mayfield's numbers in 2024, and the fact that he finished in the top three in both passing touchdowns and yards, securing a locked-in starter in his early 30s with elite receivers is tremendous value at 4.04.

Jonathon Brooks was also a sneaky value in the 16^th round. There is a real risk that Brooks' career could be over after tearing the same ACL twice, but he should return in 2026 when he plays the entire year at 23 years old. He also doesn't cost you a bench spot since he is IR-eligible on many apps. The upside remains there for Brooks, and the cost of that gamble is next to nothing.

Finally, the selection of Jack Bech was a fine value at 11.09. While his lack of offseason reps due to contract disputes has poured water on the flames some of us were fanning, the former LSU receiver outproduced Malik Nabers and Brian Thomas Jr. in their first collegiate season together. He has strong hands, a thick frame, and the kind of character that will maximize his talent.

Don’t mind me, just buying the Jack Bech dip.

He led LSU in receptions as a freshman (over Nabers, BTJ, Boutte)

-good size, created YAC
-strong, soft hands
-can play slot or wide

Round 2 WR ADPs

Jayden Higgins – 97.8
Luther Burden -113.9
Tre Harris -105.1
Jack Bech – 142.6 pic.twitter.com/1y8Q6LISnK

— Nate (@BallCoach_Nate) June 25, 2025

Reaches or Head-scratchers: They are late choices and carry very low risk, but the selections of Will Howard and Ollie Gordon II were a bit early, given their projected roles and upside. Gordon is a relatively stiff and upright runner who was very productive in 2023. He has the size to become Miami's goal-line back, which is what many expect, but he’s firmly third on its depth chart.

Meanwhile, Howard projects as a quality backup at the NFL level. He does not project as an average or better starter in the league. While there is a world where he becomes the heir to Aaron Rodgers and becomes the next big bargain, neither his arm talent nor his mobility makes him a fantasy asset worth taking in the 17^th round.

Beyond those low-cost rookies, Mathew Stafford is a risky starter for a team built to contend today. The Georgia product has a long injury history and adds nothing with his legs, so Nicho is relying on an aging QB2 with a relatively low fantasy ceiling. Behind Stafford, there is no guaranteed starter, so Nicho has to hope Stafford stays healthy and produces better than he has in recent years.

Predicting Team Outcome: This is a win-now build that could struggle to win it all now, but there is enough youth to have a strong future with a little luck.

This team will need to replace its QB2 as soon as next year, as the position already poses a potential liability in a Superflex dynasty format. That's a big hole to have on a roster whose top passer isn't a threat to run. The likes of Chris Godwin, Christian McCaffrey, and Isiah Pacheco also limit the window for this roster before it has to completely rebuild.

With that said, the presence of Justin Jefferson, Bijan Robinson, and Baker Mayfield gives this team a chance. If the likes of Marvin Harrison Jr., Tyler Warren, and Bech all reach their potential, then this team could truly compete with an upgrade at QB2 in 2026.

Team #10 (Dan Fornek)

Best Picks: It’s cheating to say Dan’s first pick (Malik Nabers) is his best, but Nabers is a tremendous dynasty asset who will retain WR1 value for a decade. Given he finished as WR8 in fantasy PPG despite missing time with injury and having the worst quarterback play in the league, it’s hard to imagine Nabers finishing outside of the top-5 receivers with Russell Wilson.

Beyond the obvious choices of Nabers and Ashton Jeanty, Dan made some very strong win-now moves in the middle rounds of this mock. Courtland Sutton is a perpetually underrated receiver who was WR10 in fantasy PPG last year. Meanwhile, Davante Adams is a perfect fit for the Rams' offensive scheme, and Cedric Tillman is a mid-round flyer for this bench.

Reaches or Head-scratchers: Dan didn’t have many head-scratching moves in this mock, but taking J.J. McCarthy at 4.03 was a risky play. While McCarthy has the mobility and weapons to become a high-end QB2 in time, Brock Purdy and Baker Mayfield were much safer QB2 options available at that time. Given his build, either Purdy or Mayfield would have been a more suitable choice.

Predicting Team Outcome: Dan has built an immediate contender, but he is also young enough at key positions to be considered a long-term build.

The biggest risk for Dan is starting J.J. McCarthy without a backup who can step in for injury or struggles. If McCarthy can thrive early, then this risk will pay off, and Dan's depth at other spots will pay off. However, early struggles for McCarthy could mean a missed title shot this year and multiple holes in 2026 if vets like Adams and Joe Mixon retire or hit a wall.

Team #11 (Ryan Goodman)

Best Picks: Securing Mason Taylor at 13.11 was tremendous value for Ryan. Taylor has the length, hands, and athleticism to be a Darren Waller-type receiver in the league. He also landed on a Jets team that is in dire need of receiving help, meaning the rookie could be second on the team in targets this season.

While many dynasty managers are overvaluing Jaydon Blue and taking him in Round 9, Ryan was patient and nabbed the former Longhorn at 12.02. That spot reflects decent value for a rookie who could end up the lead back on a Dallas offense run by the run-heavy Brian Schottenheimer. Blue is best used as a third-down back, but he could end up an RB2 by way of sheer volume.

Reaches or Head-scratchers: There are a lot of crowded receiver rooms in Ryan's WR corps. While Brian Thomas Jr. was a top-10 receiver in fantasy PPG last year, his late-season surge was volume-dependent, and the presence of Travis Hunter could impact BTJ's volume this year.

DJ Moore has even more competition in Chicago, making him a risky WR2. The presence of Colston Loveland, Rome Odunze, and Luther Burden III could keep Moore’s targets in the double digits. Meanwhile, Matthew Golden is a quality draft pick late in the seventh round, but the Packers have a long history of spreading targets around and disappointing fantasy managers with them.

Ryan’s choice to draft Alvin Kamara over Davante Adams, Mike Evans, or Coleston Loveland could also be questionable, given his build. By the time he chose Kamara, it was clear Ryan had his two starting running backs in place, but a hole at WR3. That hole would’ve been well filled with Adams or Evans. Meanwhile, Loveland’s youth at TE would’ve been preferable to Likely.

Alvin Kamara got to be one of the most slippery players to try and tackle 🧼 pic.twitter.com/StXTpEui2D

— Football’s Greatest Moments (@FBGreatMoments) June 27, 2025

Predicting Team Outcome: While Ryan drafted some win-now pieces, his overall youth and lack of depth at receiver mean he's a contender in 2027, but not this year.

Ryan has one of the more volatile builds in this mock, as the youth and positions he targeted have a wide range of outcomes. Jordan Love could return to his late 2023 form, and Cam Ward could become a star, making this team hard to beat if BTJ and Golden hit their ceilings. However, this team could struggle if Ward fails and James Cook's role diminishes during a contract dispute.

Team #12 (Chris Gregory)

Best Picks: Jalen McMillan in the 13^th round could be a bargain. His stock has dropped since Tampa Bay drafted Emeka Egbuka, and the receiver room on that squad is packed. However, the age of Mike Evans and Chris Godwin could mean this team is led by McMillan and Egbuka as early as 2027. If that happens, McMillan has proved he has the talent to be a quality WR3.

Securing the 49ers backup running backs with 14^th and 16^th-round picks was a gamble, but one worth taking. Christian McCaffrey is aging and struggles with injuries. If the veteran goes down again, one of Isaac Guerendo or Jordan James will see their fantasy stock and trade value skyrocket. The savvy money would be on James stealing that role.

Reaches or Head-scratchers: Given this team's build toward youth and losing this year to win next, the selections of D'Andre Swift and Geno Smith could be confounding. The thought process was that both players filled areas of need with solid statistical floors, as Swift has never finished worse than RB25 in PPG, and Smith is a Superflex bargain at pick #108 overall.

The hope here is that those vets can fetch draft picks in a midseason trade. Smith, in particular, could fetch a quality pick, given that several teams in this mock are built to win now but have no backup quarterback if things go wrong. However, these vets could also bring back no trade value and keep this team just competitive enough to miss out on the top rookie QBs in 2026.

Predicting Team Outcome: This team is primarily built to win in the future, with considerable risks, but the potential to become a league leader if I can draft another quality quarterback with a high pick in the 2026 rookie draft.

Twelve of this team's 20 players are entering their first or second year in the NFL. Better yet, only two starters on this roster are over the age of 25. So, if my bets on upside and talent prove right, this team could routinely contend starting in 2026 … if the roster loses enough in 2025 to secure a high rookie pick and a new QB2.

This team could go sideways quickly if my upside estimations are off, though. Drake Maye has elite talent, but we haven’t seen enough to know if he will become a star. Meanwhile, this team lacks a true WR1 unless Hunter or Garrett Wilson ascend, and virtually every running back on the roster is unproven or older.

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