Fantasy Football Mock Draft | PPR Expert Picks (Ep. 1643)

Aug 7, 2025

Jake Hubman and Kyle Richardson, stars from The Fantasy Headliners, join for a lively fantasy football mock draft. They debate whether Drake London is a steal in the second round and if Joe Burrow is the only quarterback worth the premium price. The duo shares strategies on selecting running backs and receivers, highlighting the volatility of tight end choices. They also discuss their favorite players and the excitement of participating in best ball contests, all while keeping the banter fun and engaging!

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ADVICE

Take Elite WRs From Pick One

If you draft first overall in PPR, consider taking a top wide receiver like Ja'Marr Chase for massive target share.
Prioritize consistent target volume over chasing RB injury risk early in PPR formats.

INSIGHT

RB Workload Regression Risk

Running backs carry high injury and workload risk after heavy seasons which can crater value.
That risk makes elite, durable pass-catching backs and top WRs more appealing in PPR drafts.

ADVICE

Trust JJ's Long-Term Ceiling

Take Justin Jefferson if high-end WRs fall to you; he rebounds even after slow Septembers.
Expect volatility but trust long-term ceiling in PPR formats.

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Throw it back to your favorite crossover episode! Join Joe Pisapia, Jake Ciely, and guests Jake Hubman (@FntsyHeadliners) and Kyle Richardson (@krich1532) of The Fantasy Headliners for a 2025 full-PPR fantasy football mock draft!

Will Atlanta Falcons WR Drake London be a bargain in the second round? Is Cincinnati Bengals QB Joe Burrow the only pocket passer worth paying up for? Plus, how late is too late to draft a tight end?

The Pros are saved by the bell!

Timestamps: (May be off due to ads)

Intro - 0:00:00
FantasyPros Draft Simulator - 0:02:29
Autographed A.J. Brown Philadelphia Jersey Giveaway - 0:02:42
Round 1 - 0:04:19
Round 2 - 0:07:59
Round 3 - 0:10:57
DraftKings Best Ball - 0:12:19
Round 3 (cont.) - 0:13:40
Round 4 - 0:16:13
Round 5 - 0:18:56
Round 6 - 0:21:37
Round 7 - 0:2:49
Round 8 - 0:27:32
Round 9 - 0:28:53
FantasyPros Twitch - 0:33:52
Round 10 - 0:34:51
Round 11 - 0:39:10
Round 12 - 0:42:53
Round 13 - 0:43:50
Round 14 - 0:46:58
Draft Recap & Analysis - 0:50:11
Outro - 1:00:15

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