The Herd with Colin Cowherd

FantasyPros - Top 10 Breakout Candidates | Middle & Late-Round Fantasy Football Draft Targets (Ep. 1664)

Aug 23, 2025
Derek Brown, a FantasyPros analyst, and Jake Ciely from The Athletic dive into the top breakout candidates for fantasy football. They explore whether Bryce Young can regain relevance and discuss Cedric Tillman's rise with Joe Flacco under center. The duo also analyzes the potential of wide receivers George Pickens and Marvin Mims, evaluating their preseason performances and future impact. With insights on draft strategies and player values, they offer a roadmap for savvy drafters looking to score big this season.
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INSIGHT

Bryce Young’s Rushing Upside

  • Bryce Young showed late-season rushing usage that could add 3–4 hundred yards and 5–7 rushing TDs to his fantasy ceiling.
  • That rushing upside plus improved passing could push him from QB22 to fringe QB1 value.
ADVICE

Target Krosky-Merritt If Robinson Leaves

  • If Brian Robinson Jr. leaves Washington, draft Ja'Cory Krosky-Merritt as the likely early-down and goal-line back.
  • Target him in late rounds but monitor Chris Rodriguez usage and roster moves before drafting high.
INSIGHT

Tillman Benefits From Flacco’s Aggression

  • Cedric Tillman produced huge target volume during a short hot stretch, showing potential as a late-round target.
  • Joe Flacco's aggressive passing profile increases Tillman's hot-start upside in drafts.
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