Ravens fans are riding preseason momentum. A FanDuel-backed poll shows confidence in 2025 climbing since the offseason, with Lamar Jackson steering a talent-loaded roster and a wave of rookies ready to contribute. No major starting injuries to worry about, and Baltimore looks set for another deep playoff run.

Isaiah Likely may miss the opener, while Longerbeam and Bilhal Kone are season-ending injuries and Adisa Isaac will miss time after elbow surgery. Even with those absences, the Ravens’ depth and star power give fantasy managers and bettors reason for optimism about a Super Bowl push.

Patrick Mahomes anchors KC's QB room with a veteran backup in Gardner Minshew II, a blueprint for stable fantasy floors. Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery form Detroit's electric, workhorse-friendly backfield, delivering both rushing and receiving value. Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins fuel Cincinnati's high-powered passing attack, while Isaiah Likely and Mark Andrews form a dual TE threat for Baltimore. Lane Johnson and Jordan Mailata anchor Philadelphia's O-line, with Mekhi Becton adding depth elsewhere. The Giants boast a disruptive DL with Jared Verse, and Denver's secondary under Patrick Surtain II leads a top cover unit. Lions’ Branch and Joseph provide elite safety depth, and Cowboys’ special teams push return and kicking upside. These rooms are built for fantasy versatility and weekly pivotability.

Depth, not just stars, drives this narrative. The piece emphasizes how a star at the top paired with a deep rotation at each position strengthens lineup resilience, reduces injury risk, and enables smarter weekly lineup decisions. It champions rostering players who sit in the heart of these deepest rooms, ensuring steadier projections during bye weeks and unpredictable injury timelines.

Baltimore's 2025 outlook hinges on health and continuity. Jackson powers a high‑octane attack that topped the league in total offense in 2024, with Henry providing bruising backfield balance. Hopkins, Flowers and Bateman give explosive playmakers, while Andrews and Likely form a dangerous red‑zone duo. The defense returns Roquan Smith, Kyle Hamilton and Marlon Humphrey, anchoring a unit that can tilt games. Early tests vs Bills, Lions and Chiefs will test them, but the core remains a potent fantasy engine if health holds.