Forgive or Forget: Fantasy Second Chances 2025

We've all been burned by high draft picks who underperformed. This offseason I've been studying best ball ADP from last season, vs this season. Here are some players who disappointed but are now available at better values.

Here are some guys I'm thinking about giving another chance - what do you think about these options?

Patrick Mahomes - Now ranked QB6 after being picked as QB3 last year. He finished as QB11, which wasn't great, but his offense looks better with Brown, Rice, and Worthy. If everyone stays healthy, this might be his best group of receivers ever. Good value for a guy who just lost the Super Bowl badly.

Dak Prescott - He's lost 30+ pounds (now 205 down from 238) and is ranked QB17 after getting hurt. He looks slimmer in workouts and will be throwing to CD Lamb a lot in high-scoring games. Would think he's not as mobile anymore but he has lost weight. At QB17 he's a steal with a chance to be a top 12 QB.

CJ Stroud - This young QB is now ranked QB18 after being picked as QB6 last year. He's good with lots of potential, and while they need better blockers, he should do well with a healthy Nico Collins. Worth taking a chance on a young player who's already shown he can play well.

Tyreek Hill - He was picked as WR2 last year but is now WR12. Everyone seems ready to forgive him, and I'd love to have him as my second receiver even though he wasn't always great last season. Injuries and paternity leave are always a potential issue.

Travis Kelce - After looking older last season, Kelce has dropped from TE2 to TE9. At this spot, he'll still likely be a top 10 tight end and works great when paired with Mahomes.

Dalton Kincaid - Now available at TE14 after being picked as TE4 last year. He played with a bad knee last season which hurt his stats. At his current ranking, I'm happy to wait on tight end and grab him for his big upside. Perfect spot to take a chance if you're not picking a tight end early.

What players do you think will bounce back this year? For a more in depth look click here.