

Ultimate TE Strategy Guide | Fantasy Football 2025: Best Targets, Top Values & Must-Draft Sleepers w/ Andrew Cooper
15 snips Aug 14, 2025
Andrew Cooper, FSWA Writer of the Year and fantasy football analyst at Fantasy Alarm, joins the discussion on mastering tight end strategy for the 2025 season. They explore the breakout potential of players like Brock Bowers and George Kittle, highlighting mid-round targets and deep sleepers. Insightful comparisons reveal which late-round tight ends could deliver top performances. The team also dives into the impact of rookie talents and veteran values, offering advice to boost your fantasy team this season.
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Hunter Henry's Clear Red-Zone Path
- Hunter Henry has top-5 ceiling if he stays healthy because he excels in red-area targets and led his team with 97 targets last year.
- Historically a top-5 tight end season requires ~90 targets or 10+ touchdowns, which defines Henry's clear path to upside.
Use Yin-And-Yang TE Pairing
- Use a yin-and-yang TE drafting strategy: pair a safer late-round starter with a high-risk, high-reward bench tight end.
- Draft one reliable veteran (e.g., Hunter Henry) and stash a boom-or-bust upside player on your bench to maximize variance.
Jonnu Smith's Clear Usage Path
- Jonnu Smith's move to Arthur Smith's offense creates a clear path to target volume because Arthur values versatile pass-catchers.
- Expect heavy usage in the slot and outside with gadget plays and occasional carries, making him a mid-round upside flier.