Winning your fantasy football league requires more than just luck; it demands preparation, knowledge of the sport, and a willingness to challenge yourself. To excel in deeper leagues, try 12- or 14-team formats, dynasty leagues, or even IDP (individual defensive players) leagues. These formats force you to familiarize yourself with players beyond the top 160 picks.
Here are five deep sleepers for your consideration:
1. Dyami Brown, WR, Jacksonville Jaguars – Brown delivered a pair of breakthrough playoff games last season and has field-stretching ability that could prove handy in your best-ball league.
2. Jacory Croskey-Merritt, RB, Washington Commanders – Despite eligibility issues, Croskey-Merritt has shown remarkable speed and quick-cutting ability, making him a potential draft-day steal.
3. Jaxson Dart, QB, New York Giants – As the projected nonstarter with high statistical ceiling, Dart is worth monitoring in case he captures the job.
4. Tory Horton, WR, Seattle Seahawks – Horton’s big-play upside makes him an intriguing stash, especially considering Cooper Kupp’s frequent missed games.
5. Theo Johnson, TE, New York Giants – With the team’s new quarterback additions, Johnson’s size and speed make him a appealing target.
These players may not be top picks in standard leagues, but they have decent odds of becoming fantasy-relevant during the upcoming season. Keep an eye on them to boost your late-round strategy and in-season watch list.
Source: https://www.espn.com/fantasy/football/story/_/id/45968597/2025-fantasy-football-sleepers-nfl-deep-leagues