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2025 NFL Draft: Evaluating Fantasy Football Impact of Every Notable Day 2 Selection
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Fantasy Football Breakdown: Grading Every Impactful Day 2 Pick from the 2025 NFL Draft
The second and third rounds of the 2025 NFL Draft brought a wave of value picks—players who may not have gone in Round 1 but could still be difference-makers in fantasy football. Whether you play redraft, dynasty, or best ball, these are the names you’ll want to know heading into the summer. Let’s take a closer look at the key selections and how they fit from a fantasy perspective.
Jayden Higgins, WR, Houston Texans (No. 34 overall)
Fantasy Grade: B-
Houston continues to bolster its receiving corps around C.J. Stroud, and Higgins brings size and versatility to the table. While Nico Collins remains the clear alpha, Higgins could carve out a real role—especially given the shaky depth behind Collins and Tank Dell. He’s not the sharpest route runner, but his physical profile is intriguing, drawing comparisons to a younger Kenny Golladay. Worth monitoring in deeper leagues, and an interesting dynasty stash.
Quinshon Judkins, RB, Cleveland Browns (No. 36 overall)
Fantasy Grade: B+
Judkins has everything you want in an early-down back: power, vision, and the frame to handle a heavy workload. With Nick Chubb recovering and the Browns leaning into a more run-oriented approach, Judkins could see significant volume right away. Even if Cleveland’s offense isn’t elite, opportunity alone puts him firmly on the RB2 radar for fantasy.
TreVeyon Henderson, RB, New England Patriots (No. 38 overall)
Fantasy Grade: B
Henderson brings a much-needed spark to a Patriots offense that sorely lacks explosive playmakers. Rhamondre Stevenson will still get his touches, but Henderson’s pass-catching ability and big-play upside make him a potential flex option early. If he can earn third-down work, his ceiling will climb quickly—especially in PPR formats.
Luther Burden III, WR, Chicago Bears (No. 39 overall)
Fantasy Grade: C
Burden has a similar skill set to DJ Moore, which is both a blessing and a curse in fantasy. He’ll likely be a real asset for Caleb Williams and offensive coordinator Ben Johnson, but for fantasy managers, his path to immediate volume is murky in a crowded receiver room. A great dynasty play, but probably not someone to lean on early in redraft leagues.
Tyler Shough, QB, New Orleans Saints (No. 40 overall)
Fantasy Grade: B-
Shough is an older rookie who’s been through the college grinder but finally put it all together in his final season at Louisville. The Saints could give him a shot to start Week 1, and he’ll benefit from playing in a dome with decent weapons. His injury history is a red flag, but he’s worth a late-round flyer in superflex leagues.
