Los Angeles opened the 2025 slate with a dominant preseason win, 31-21 over Dallas, sprinting ahead early and never fading. Stetson Bennett produced one of the best games of his young pro career, tossing for 188 yards with two touchdowns as a non-starter-friendly Rams attack moved the chains with 22 first downs and 181 rushing yards. Blake Corum found the end zone twice on rushing touches, while Cody Schrader punctuated a late push with a 9-yard TD grab from Bennett. Xavier Smith logged 55 receiving yards on three catches, helping the second-unit offense look poised. Cam Lampkin’s third-quarter pick was the defensive play of the night, flipping field position and delivering momentum to a stingy Rams unit. The Cowboys were mostly shut down on offense, with Joe Milton at the helm and a stagnant attack for much of the night. Rams possession topped 33 minutes, a testament to the diverse, complementary attack, even when starters rested. The Rams head into Week 2 of the preseason with a potential Stafford return on the horizon as they prepare to visit the Chargers for joint practices and a Saturday tune-up.

For fantasy aficionados, the night offered a preview of likely depth-chart battles. Bennett’s efficiency and two-score ceiling, Corum’s red-zone punch, and Schrader’s playmaking in space stood out, while Lampkin showed a knack for big plays on defense. The Rams’ depth—especially at WR with Smith and Stoops contributing—adds intrigue for late-round speculative picks. On the Cowboys’ side, Milton’s leadership in the third-string opportunity offered a glimmer of upside in deeper leagues, though the overall offense left room for improvement as they pivot toward a tougher August slate.

The Miami Dolphins have unveiled new jersey numbers for 18 players, with notable changes including wide receiver Malik Washington switching from No. 83 to No. 6, previously worn by linebacker Anthony Walker Jr. Excitingly, former Jets and Broncos quarterback Zach Wilson will don the No. 0 jersey, following in the footsteps of wide receiver Braxton Berrios. The Dolphins have also assigned No. 8 to Alexander Mattison and No. 18 to Nick Westbrook-Ikhine, both previously held by Jevón Holland and Tyler Huntley. As Miami prepares for the 2025 NFL draft, they have 70 players signed and hold 10 total selections, including the 13th overall pick in the first round.

Late-round selections in the 2025 NFL Draft present an intriguing opportunity for savvy fantasy football managers looking for potential steals. Tez Johnson, a dynamic wide receiver, has shown exceptional separation abilities and closely resembles Tank Dell, a previous breakout star whose injuries raised concerns. Despite his talent, Johnson is projected to be drafted lower than he deserves, making him a prime target in fantasy leagues.

Another standout to consider is Jayden Higgins, whose size and skill set surpasses other highly touted receivers, including Tetairoa McMillan. Higgins is an agile, explosive route runner, making him a risky but potentially rewarding pick. Then there's Dylan Sampson, whose production at Tennessee and outstanding athleticism are often overlooked due to a crowded running back class. His ability to perform against tough SEC defenses should not be disregarded.