Monday Mock Draft: 07/14/2025 - NFL Rookies and Sophomores Bestball Redraft
At The Scrolling Scout, we’re always looking to test new formats and find an edge — and this NFL rookie & sophomore draft, best ball style, is the first we’ve seen modeled after Underdog Fantasy best ball pools. The format forces tough decisions and rewards managers who can identify market inefficiencies in emerging talent.
Draft Settings
- Teams: 6
- Roster: 1 RB, 2 WR, 1 TE, 1 FLEX, 1 SFLEX
- Scoring: PPR, Non-TE Premium
Round-by-Round Draft Recap
Round 1
1. Ashton Jeanty – RB, Raiders
A clear stab at inefficiency, Jeanty steps into 2025 as the Raiders’ projected bellcow after a lost year for the 2024 RB class. In his final season at Boise, Jeanty posted 1,347 rushing yards and 14 TDs, and his dual-threat ability gives him RB1 upside.
2. Bucky Irving – RB, Buccaneers
Irving followed up his rookie year in Tampa with a solid 2024–25 season: 818 rushing yards, 7 TDs, and 38 receptions. A dependable RB2 with upside if the backfield remains his.
3. Brock Bowers – TE, Raiders
Instead of chasing WR1s or RB2s, the manager grabbed a premier TE asset. Bowers finished his rookie season with 61 catches, 717 yards, and 6 TDs — and could cement himself among the elite in 2025.
4. Omarion Hampton – RB, Chargers
The consensus 2025 rookie 1.02 falls to 1.04 here. Hampton dominated UNC’s backfield last year with 1,472 yards and 15 TDs and should challenge for lead duties with the Chargers in 2025.
5. Quinshon Judkins – RB, Browns
Judkins, drafted by Cleveland in 2025, projects as the heir apparent in a crowded but aging Browns backfield. He rushed for over 1,150 yards and 11 TDs in his final year at Ole Miss and has the skill set to eventually command a three-down role.
6. Treyveon Henderson – RB, Patriots
Henderson rounds out the RB-heavy first round. He’s a dynamic runner with breakaway ability who recorded 1,185 total yards and 9 TDs at Ohio State in 2024 and figures to be a key piece of New England’s rebuilding offense.
Round 2
7. Malik Nabers – WR, Giants
Nabers broke out as a rookie with 71 catches, 924 yards, and 5 TDs while adjusting to Russell Wilson under center. His elite separation and YAC ability make him a WR1 candidate moving forward.
8. Brian Thomas Jr. – WR, Jaguars
Thomas quietly had a stellar rookie year in Jacksonville, posting 53 catches, 742 yards, and 6 TDs as a big-bodied red-zone threat.
9. Ladd McConkey – WR, Chargers
McConkey turned heads as a reliable chain-mover in his rookie campaign, catching 57 balls for 603 yards and 4 TDs.
10. Jayden Daniels – QB, Commanders
Daniels flashed dual-threat upside as a rookie, throwing for 2,900 yards and rushing for 500 more despite uneven team play.
11. Marvin Harrison Jr. – WR, Cardinals
While his rookie season (61-715-4) didn’t quite match the hype, MHJ still profiles as an elite talent with a massive ceiling once the offense stabilizes.
12. Tetairoa McMillan – WR, Panthers
McMillan brings size and strong hands to Carolina’s receiving corps. He enters 2025 as a starting outside WR and a potential breakout waiting to happen.
Round 3
13. Travis Hunter – WR, Jaguars
Hunter is still a work in progress offensively but brings elite athleticism and RAC ability.
14. Kaleb Johnson – RB, Steelers
Johnson is a sleeper to watch as he competes for the lead role in Pittsburgh.
15. Tyrone Tracy Jr. – RB, Giants
Tracy is an explosive pass-catching back who established himself in year one.
16. Tyler Warren – TE, Colts
Warren to the Colts was a slam dunk this April and as a result the hulking RAC monster is our second tight end off the board.
17. Bo Nix – QB, Broncos
Nix enters 2025 as Denver’s unquestioned starter after throwing for 3,210 yards and 21 TDs his rookie year.
18. Caleb Williams – QB, Bears
Williams was inconsistent but showed flashes of brilliance in his rookie season. The tools are elite and his pairing with Chicago’s weapons is promising.
Round 4
19. Colston Loveland – TE, Bears
Loveland enters Chicago with top-tier athleticism and upside.
20. Xavier Worthy – WR, Chiefs
Worthy’s blazing speed was evident in his rookie year. With Patrick Mahomes at QB, his ceiling is massive.
21. Keon Coleman – WR, Bills
Coleman is a contested-catch machine and projects as Buffalo’s future WR1.
22. Rome Odunze – WR, Bears
Odunze showed flashes of dominance in his rookie year (42-589-3), and with Caleb Williams now in Chicago, his arrow is pointing straight up.
23. Emeka Egbuka – WR, Buccaneers
Egbuka was a surprise pick by Tampa Bay but offers upside in year one.
24. Matthew Golden – WR, Packers
Golden showcased good hands and crisp routes in his final college year.
Round 5
25. Drake Maye – QB, Patriots
Maye flashed potential in a tough rookie year and remains the centerpiece of New England’s rebuild.
26. Cam Ward – QB, Titans
Ward enters 2025 as Tennessee’s starter and offers sneaky rushing upside.
27. Jayden Higgins – WR, Texans
Higgins has quietly emerged as a strong deep threat for C.J. Stroud.
28. Ricky Pearsall – WR, 49ers
Pearsall impressed in limited snaps and could become a full-time slot weapon.
29. R.J. Harvey – RB, Broncos
Harvey could surprise as a rotational RB in year one.
30. Tre Harris – WR, Chargers
Harris projects as a potential red-zone weapon.
Round 6
31. Luther Burden – WR, Bears
Burden could be a steal this late, bringing elite YAC ability.
32. Mason Taylor – TE, Jets
Taylor has a chance to earn meaningful snaps early.
33. Michael Penix Jr. – QB, Falcons
Penix gets his first chance to takeover from week 1 this upcoming year.
34. Xavier Legette – WR, Panthers
Legette flashed at times in 2024 and remains a big, physical presence.
35. Ja’Tavion Sanders – TE, Panthers
Sanders remains a developmental TE but offers significant upside.
36. Theo Johnson – TE, Giants
Johnson rounds out the draft as a reliable depth TE with red-zone appeal.
Team Builds
| RB | WR1 | WR2 | TE | FLEX | SFLEX | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ashton Jeanty | Tetairoa McMillan | Travis Hunter | Theo Johnson | Matthew Golden | Drake Maye |
| 2 | Bucky Irving | Marvin Harrison Jr. | Emeka Egbuka | Ja’Tavion Sanders | Kaleb Johnson | Cam Ward |
| 3 | Tyrone Tracy Jr. | Rome Odunze | Jayden Higgins | Brock Bowers | Xavier Legette | Jayden Daniels |
| 4 | Omarion Hampton | Ladd McConkey | Keon Coleman | Tyler Warren | Ricky Pearsall | Michael Penix Jr. |
| 5 | Quinshon Judkins | Brian Thomas Jr. | Xavier Worthy | Mason Taylor | R.J. Harvey | Bo Nix |
| 6 | Treyveon Henderson | Malik Nabers | Tre Harris | Colston Loveland | Luther Burden | Caleb Williams |
This draft highlighted how thin the RB pool is beyond the top few names, how WR remains deep, and how sharp managers can leverage TE depth and QB upside late. As more managers adopt best ball formats and creative pools like this, identifying inefficiencies early will continue to separate winners from the pack.
Stay tuned to The Scrolling Scout for more innovative drafts, rankings, and strategy.
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