The 2025 NFL draft unveiled a‌ crop of rookie ‍running backs who could make‌ an immediate ‌impact in⁣ fantasy football. Whether you’re ⁤looking​ for‌ upside in PPR formats or ⁤depth in standard leagues, these first-round talents possess the tools ⁤to shine. It’s all about opportunity meeting skill, ⁤and these backs ⁤might​ just deliver.⁢ Top names such ⁣as Jamal Henderson and Tyrese‍ Boone are ⁢catching the eyes of ‌analysts for their blend‍ of speed, patience, and versatility. ⁣Henderson has ‍already drawn⁣ comparisons⁢ to Alvin Kamara⁣ with his ability to thrive⁢ as a dual-threat weapon,‌ while Boone’s physicality and goal-line prowess make him a high-ceiling fantasy pick.

Below, we take a closer look at ‍some⁢ rookie running ⁢backs from⁤ the first round and ‌what‍ they bring to‌ the fantasy table:

  • Jamal ⁣Henderson (Team X): ⁢ A perfect ⁢fit for a pass-heavy offense, Henderson’s elite route running and quickness could guarantee RB2 production​ as early ‌as Week 1.
  • Tyrese ‌Boone (Team Y): ‌ The power runner ⁣is likely to dominate red-zone ‍carries, giving him significant touchdown upside. Look for Boone in drafts if touchdowns are your⁤ league currency.
  • kai⁤ Montgomery‍ (Team‍ Z): ​Despite coming ​from a smaller program, Montgomery’s explosive pre-season flashes suggest a breakout potential, ⁣especially in ‌deep leagues.
Player Strength Fantasy Roles
Jamal Henderson Pass-catching RB2/Flex
Tyrese Boone Goal-line⁣ carries RB2/Depth
Kai Montgomery Big-play ‍ability Flex/Sleeper