Dak Prescott’s 2024 season was a tough one to watch. An
injury sidelined him for the second half of the year, and even
when he played, the numbers weren’t pretty. He didn’t
throw more than two touchdown passes in any of his first eight
games, hit 300+ yards in just two contests, and tossed multiple
interceptions in half of his outings. The offensive line didn’t
do him any favors either - he was sacked at least twice in all
but one game. Oh, and that goal line rushing upside we used to
love? It’s basically gone, with only four rushing touchdowns
over his past four seasons combined.
However, looking ahead to 2025, there’s hope. Prescott is expected
to be ready for Week 1, though his mobility might take a hit early
on as he recovers from that hamstring injury. The Cowboys have
thrown significant resources at their offensive line, using early-round
draft picks to rebuild what was once a strength. Plus, adding
George Pickens gives Prescott a shiny new deep threat to pair
with CeeDee Lamb. A better line and an upgraded receiving corps
could spark a bounce-back, but the rushing decline and shaky efficiency
he showed last year are red flags. If everything clicks, he’s
a low-end QB1; if not, he’s a risky bet week to week.
Draft Prescott as a mid-tier QB2 with upside. He’s got
the tools to climb back into QB1 territory but understand that
his best days are likely behind him despite this being the best
offensive talent he’s had around him since Amari Cooper
left.
Javonte Williams’ comeback from his 2022 injury is inspiring,
but the on-field results haven’t been much to get excited
about. He’s averaged just 3.6 and 3.7 yards per carry over
the past two seasons, looking more like a replaceable cog than
a star. In Denver last year, he couldn’t shake Jaleel McLaughlin,
and his 11 rushing touchdowns across three full seasons certainly
don’t scream “fantasy stud.” That said, his
receiving skills shine through - nearly three catches per game
throughout his career, with a career-high 52 in 2024. That’s
a PPR lifeline that gives him some opportunity to be relevant
this season even in a new offense.
Now in Dallas, Williams is the frontrunner to start, but don’t
get too excited. The backfield looks like a committee mess, potentially
featuring Williams, Miles
Sanders, rookie Jaydon Blue. He’ll likely get first dibs at
RB1 duties, but the unpredictability could make him a tough player
to start in your lineup. The good news? Williams’ pass-catching
could keep him afloat. He’s a volume-reliant RB2 with a shaky
floor. Grab Williams as a flex with RB2 potential in PPR leagues.
He’s not a feature back, but those receptions give him a decent
safety net, so long as he isn’t completely overtaken in the passing
game by Blue.
Rookie Jaydon Blue steps into the NFL with some buzz from his
Texas days. He snagged 42 receptions in his final college season
and turned 134 rushing attempts into 14 touchdowns, showing off
explosive speed and pass-catching flair. He’s not your classic
between-the-tackles bruiser—think of him as a scatback with
breakaway potential.
Blue should see the field early, likely as a secondary option
behind Williams, although the team may opt to give Miles Sanders
enough playing time to cap both Williams and Blue early on. Blue’s
receiving skills could make him an exciting piece in the Cowboys’
offense, but don’t expect a huge role right away. He’s
more likely to cap the upside of other backs than be a standalone
fantasy star, at least early on. Still, that pass-catching upside
and explosive speed makes him worth keeping an eye on.
Stash Blue late as a bench option with PPR upside. He’s
a long-term play who could grow into relevance as the season unfolds,
particularly if the veterans in front of him suffer any sort of
injuries.
CeeDee Lamb is fantasy gold, period. Even with Dak Prescott sidelined
for half of 2024, Lamb still managed to haul in 100 catches for
the third-straight year, racked up nearly 1,200 yards, and scored
six times. That allowed him to finish as the WR8 despite awful
QB play - talk about a floor! He’s one of the game’s
most consistent, elite weapons and remains a fantasy stud even
when the quarterback situation is objectively bad.
In 2025, Lamb’s outlook gets even brighter with Prescott
back. Adding George Pickens could go two ways: more space for
Lamb to feast underneath as defenses adjust, or fewer targets
as Pickens demands his share. Lamb hasn’t had real competition
for looks since Amari Cooper left in 2022, so it’s a slight
concern. Still, with a healthy Prescott and a dynamic offense,
Lamb’s a lock for WR1 numbers. He’s the heartbeat
of this passing attack and he should make a strong run at catching
over 100 passes for the fourth-straight season.
Lamb’s a top five WR and a first-round no-brainer. His
ceiling’s massive with Prescott healthy and even if Prescott
isn’t fully back, he’s still practically a guarantee
to see high-end WR1 volume—don’t overthink yourself
out of Lamb this season.
George Pickens is a highlight reel waiting to happen. In Pittsburgh,
he piled up over 2,800 yards and 12 touchdowns across three seasons
despite some truly ugly QB play. The guy’s a deep-ball wizard
who can go up and get it. Now in Dallas, he’s stepping into
a potentially elite passing offense (when Prescott’s healthy),
playing alongside one of the league’s top slot options in
CeeDee Lamb.
Pickens might see fewer targets with Lamb around, but the trade-off
is juicy: better QB play and more single coverage as defenses
focus on Lamb. Early reports show him building chemistry with
Prescott, and his skill set screams big plays. He’s a high-upside
WR2 who could deliver some serious spike weeks if he’s able
to get deep multiple times in the same game.
Draft Pickens as a WR2 with boom potential. He’s a mid-round
gem who could explode in this offense. His cost to acquire isn’t
high and with CeeDee Lamb having dealt with injuries in recent
seasons, there’s even the potential that he could get a
few games where he’s the primary offensive weapon for Prescott.
Jake Ferguson’s 2024 was a fantasy buzzkill. After a breakout
2023 (71 catches, 761 yards, five TDs), he didn’t score
even once last year. Prescott’s injury tanked Ferguson’s
second half—he couldn’t crack 40 yards in any game
without his QB—but even when Dak was on the field, Ferguson
wasn’t delivering fantasy-relevant production. The “touchdown
potential in a high-powered offense” hype fizzled fast and
he never recovered.
Prescott’s return in 2025 is a lifeline, and Ferguson’s
in a contract year with something to prove. A more explosive offense
with Pickens could open things up underneath. But here’s
the catch: Lamb and Pickens will hog targets, leaving Ferguson
with scraps. He’s a low-end TE1 at best, banking on red-zone
looks to stay relevant, but he’s probably more of a TE2
with streaming upside. He’s a touchdown-dependent lottery
ticket - not the breakout star we once hoped for.
