Harris Fantasy Football Podcast Late-Round Players We Love For 2025
Aug 25, 2025
J.J. Zachariason, a numbers-focused fantasy football analyst from LateRound.com, shares his insights on late-round gems for the 2025 season. He emphasizes the hidden potential of players like Rashid Shaheed and Ray Davis, arguing for the benefits of waiting to draft quarterbacks. The conversation dives into the implications of recent trades, like Brian Robinson's, and the Miami Dolphins' running back situation. J.J. also highlights the importance of staying updated on player contracts and injuries as the draft approaches.
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One Late Hit Validates The Strategy
- JJ hit on Brian Thomas last year and celebrated that single success as validation for late-round darts.
- He reminds listeners most late-round picks will fail but a single breakout justifies the strategy.
Treat Late QBs As High-Risk, High-Reward Darts
- If you draft a risky QB in rounds 10+, accept high variance and rely on streaming as a worst-case plan.
- Take Drake Maye as a high-upside dart only when his ADP reflects discount value.
Use Handcuffs In Good Offenses
- Draft late handcuffs (e.g., Ray Davis behind James Cook) as cheap upside stashes in strong offenses.
- Use them as emergency starters or trade bait if the starter falters or gets injured.