Joey's fantasy football second-year players to target or fade in 2025 drafts. His sophomore sleepers and busts, including Caleb Williams, Marvin Harrison Jr., and more.
Not every player who comes into the league will immediately make a strong impact. While several rookies do, it takes most players at least one full year to get accustomed to the pro level. That was certainly the case last season, as we saw Jaxon Smith-Njigba , Tucker Kraft , and Bryce Young all show promise in their second seasons.
It's fair to assume that a handful of players entering their sophomore seasons will break out in 2025. The list below will feature second-year players looking to prove something this year. We will then determine whether fantasy managers should select these players or leave