Best Fantasy Football Draft Strategy

In 2025 fantasy football drafts, balance and flexibility are key. While some managers still swear by “zero RB” or “hero RB” approaches, this year’s talent pool suggests a modified hero RB strategy might be the sweet spot. That means locking in one elite running back early, then building depth at wide receiver before circling back for value backs in the middle rounds.

Bijan Robinson is the perfect candidate to anchor that approach. Entering his third season with the Falcons, Robinson has proven to be a dual-threat superstar, capable of 80+ receptions while pushing for 1,500 total yards. He offers the kind of weekly consistency and explosive upside that can carry a roster.

After securing a top back like Robinson, focus on elite receivers in Rounds 2-4, then target mid-tier RBs and breakout candidates later. This year’s rookie class also adds intrigue, especially with Brock Bowers. The Raiders’ dynamic tight end has the athleticism and route-running ability to immediately produce fantasy-relevant numbers, potentially rivaling the second tier of veteran tight ends by midseason.

In short: grab your cornerstone RB (Robinson), lock down playmaking receivers, and scoop up high-upside players like Bowers to create a roster that can dominate all season.