Jaguars Eye Breakout Fantasy Stars for 2025 NFL Season
The Jacksonville Jaguars are generating buzz as potential sleeper picks for the upcoming 2025 fantasy football season. Following a challenging offensive performance last year, expectations for the team are low. Yet, the Jaguars boast a roster filled with players who could deliver high fantasy scores.
Brian Thomas Jr., a rookie wide receiver from last season, emerged as one of the best value picks across the league. While he may not come at the same bargain price this year, he is expected to step up as Jacksonville’s primary receiver, or WR1. But he is not alone in providing enticing options for fantasy drafters. With players like quarterback Trevor Lawrence, rookie Travis Hunter Jr., and running back Travis Etienne Jr. also on the roster, the Jaguars could see several players achieve impressive stats if everything falls into place under Head Coach Liam Coen.
As the 2025 NFL season approaches, the running back position remains uncertain for the Jaguars. Travis Etienne Jr. has the potential to reclaim his status as a lead back in Coen’s offensive system. However, his performance could open the door for players like Tank Bigsby or rookie Bhayshul Tuten to take charge as the team’s primary running back.
Sports Illustrated’s Michael Fabiano has noted that Bigsby, who shared the backfield with Etienne last season, is now being drafted significantly later than Etienne on platforms like FantasyPros. “Bigsby earned a role in a backfield committee, but he’s still being picked three rounds behind him,” Fabiano stated. He emphasized the potential value in Bigsby’s draft position, suggesting that he might play a substantial role in the Jaguars’ offense this season.
Emerging Talents on the Jaguars’ Roster
The tight end position could prove crucial in the upcoming fantasy season. Securing one of the “Big 4” tight ends—Brock Bowers, George Kittle, Trey McBride, or Sam LaPorta—could provide a significant advantage for fantasy players. Beyond those top performers, finding consistent weekly starters at tight end can be challenging.
Jaguars’ Brenton Strange may rise to prominence in a new role, particularly following the team’s decision to cut veteran Evan Engram during the offseason without bringing in a replacement. Fabiano highlighted Strange’s path to increased targets in the passing game, noting, “Strange has a clear path to targets in the passing game… He’s the definition of a sleeper at the tight end position, and I’ll target him late in drafts.”
As the Jaguars prepare for the upcoming season, fans and fantasy players alike are keen to see how these emerging talents perform. The potential for breakout seasons from players like Bigsby and Strange could significantly influence fantasy outcomes, making them names to watch in 2025.
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