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August 17, 2025
Must-Have Late-Round Fantasy Football Draft Sleeper Picks (2025) | Fantasy News
Dan Palyo
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Must-Have Late-Round Fantasy Football Draft Sleeper Picks (2025) | Fantasy News

Thunder Dan Palyo spotlights six late-round fantasy football sleepers for 2025 who could flip the backhalf of your roster into a weekly contributor. Braelon Allen (NYJ) stands out as a potential early-down hammer with breakout upside in a improved Jets’ run game, while Jaylen Wright (MIA) is presented as a high-leverage handcuff behind Devon Achane. At tight end, Zach Ertz (WSH) is framed as a durable veteran safety blanket, with Brenton Strange (JAX) intriguing as a Week 1 starter and two-tight-end pairing value. DeMario Douglas (NE) is pitched as a slot-win in Drake Maye’s offense, and Keaton Mitchell (BAL) is flagged as the ultimate Henry-style handcuff. ADPs anchor the hype, inviting managers to chase upside late rather than rely on stale rankings.

What sleeper backs in the six-name list offer the best upside in standard leagues for 2025?How could Jaylen Wright and Devon Achane impact each other’s fantasy trajectories in 2025?Which TE sleeper—Zach Ertz or Brenton Strange—offers the safer floor in 2025?If you’re drafting for upside, which of the six sleepers should you prioritize first?
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