Outlook: Jalen Hurts is the kind of quarterback who makes fantasy managers salivate and his 2024 season was another testament to his elite dual-threat status. Even with the Eagles having locked up their playoff spot thus allowing him to sit out the final two regular season games, Hurts racked up 2,903 passing yards, 18 passing touchdowns, and just 6 interceptions, posting a career-best 103.7 passer rating - good enough for fifth in the NFL. But the real fantasy gold continues to be on the ground: 630 rushing yards and 14 touchdowns, placing him ninth among QBs in total points and sixth in points per game. Hurts just continues to be a guy who can salvage a so-so passing day with a monster rushing performance.

Looking at 2025, Hurts is locked in as a top-tier fantasy QB. The Eagles' offense didn't skip a beat in 2024, winning the Super Bowl and keeping the core intact with A.J. Brown, DeVonta Smith, and Dallas Goedert all signed through at least next year. Saquon Barkley's presence only amplifies Hurts' play-action game, and with Nick Sirianni still calling the shots, this system is tailor-made for his strengths. Sure, his passing efficiency outside of play-action wasn't stellar, but who cares when he's piling up 14 rushing TDs? The floor is sky-high, and the ceiling - well, he's got QB1-overall potential if the Eagles let him loose.

Draft Hurts as a top-5 QB without hesitation. He's a prototypical blend of safe floor with explosive upside. Don't over-concern yourself with the occasional passing struggles - his legs more than make up for it.

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Outlook: For the first time since 2020, his second year in the league, Murray started each of Arizona's games last season. It was a welcome sight after the former No. 1 overall pick missed six games in 2022 and nine more in 2023 after tearing the ACL in his right knee. Despite starting all 17 games, however, Murray put up middling numbers: 3,851 yards, 21 TDs, and 11 INTs through the air. He averaged a career-best 7.3 yards per carry, a sign that he had renewed confidence in his knee's stability, but he ran less than ever, posting a career-low 4.6 rushing attempts per game.

One of the big storylines entering last season was the arrival of a "true No. 1 receiver" in the form of Marvin Harrison Jr., the fourth pick in the 2024 NFL Draft. The results were disappointing. There were obvious communication errors throughout the season between Murray and Harrison, and the duo has reportedly spent extensive time working out together in Arizona during the offseason in an attempt to remedy their timing and execution issues.

Improved chemistry between the two, along with a better grasp of the offense following another offseason under third-year coordinator Drew Petzing, could go a long way toward pushing Murray into a higher echelon of NFL (and fantasy) quarterbacking. Entering his age-28 season, the diminutive QB claims to be in the best shape of his career and feeling great. That's all well and good for June, but his size is always a concern as he has tended to wear down over the course of 17 games.

Murray retains top-10 fantasy appeal due to his dual-threat skillset, though he's a notch or two below top mobile quarterbacks like Josh Allen, Lamar Jackson, Jalen Hurts, and even Jayden Daniels.

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Outlook: 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.

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Outlook: Everything has fallen into place for Williams and the Bears offense. No longer helmed by an inept coaching staff, Williams will have Ben Johnson whispering magic into his headset. The former Lions OC transformed another former first overall pick into an MVP candidate, and hopes to do the same with Williams, who flashed in 2024, but too often had a difficult time making routine plays. He took a historic amount of sacks (68), and never seemed to develop chemistry with his receivers, as his catchable ball rate (75%) was one of the lowest in the league. He simply must be better in the pocket, and throwing on schedule if he's going to be able to take a progressional leap. There are no excuses this year. The offensive line has been rebuilt, Chicago invested the 10th overall pick in shifty tight end Colston Loveland, and the franchise has made every roster and coaching staff move to help Williams.

Williams survived on raw ability last year as he was left out to dry by a clueless coaching staff. I believe in his talent, and Johnson is the perfect fit as head coach. If he can perfect his fundamentals, and play within the offense, he has the weapons, scheme, and running ability to flirt with the top-5. Chicago doesn't have a stable of backs like Detroit has, so look for Williams to sling it. As a fringe QB1, you can wait on Williams while loading up on other positions, and bank on his upside.

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