Fantasy Football QB Yahoo Draft Rankings
# | Player | TM | BYE | FF Pts | ADP12 | ADP10 | ↑↓ | GC | DIF | Comp | Att | PaYdsPassing | PaTD | INT | Pa1D | RuAtt | RuYdsRushing | RuTD | Ru1D | Fum |
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1 | Lamar Jackson | BAL | 7 | 361 | 2.12 | 3.04 | 2 | 1 | 293 | 433 | 3773 | 29.0 | 6.2 | 177.6 | 117 | 840 | 3.7 | 54.7 | 3 | |
2 | Jalen Hurts | PHI | 9 | 346 | 4.03 | 4.09 | 4 | 2 | 305 | 456 | 3455 | 23.5 | 10.9 | 167.9 | 137 | 591 | 11.9 | 38.5 | 3 | |
3 | Jayden Daniels
Draft Note
My top quarterback target in last year’s fantasy drafts didn’t disappoint, finishing QB4 after being drafted in the QB10-QB12 range all summer. This year, he’ll have another weapon to throw to thanks to the Commanders’ trade for Deebo Samuel. The Commanders also drafted Jaylin Lane in the fourth round to shore up the team’s WR depth.
| WAS | 12 | 339 | 3.06 | 3.10 | 3 | 0 | 331 | 483 | 3548 | 27.2 | 9.8 | 174.8 | 131 | 806 | 4.0 | 52.5 | 3 | |
4 | Josh Allen | BUF | 7 | 339 | 3.02 | 3.06 | 1 | -3 | 310 | 481 | 3692 | 27.8 | 11.1 | 177.1 | 99 | 498 | 7.7 | 32.4 | 3 | |
5 | Baker Mayfield
Draft Note
Mayfield rounds out the Top 6, which is not something I ever thought I’d be saying after his career began to go sideways in his fourth season. But he has finished QB5 and QB9 the last two seasons, has one of the best receiving corps–Mike Evans, Chris Godwin, Emeka Egbuka, Jalen McMillan, and Cade Otton–in the league, and he can run a little bit (378 yards, 3 rushing touchdowns last season). My only concern is that he’s on his third offensive coordinator in three years, but new OC Josh Grizzard was promoted from within and was the pass game coordinator last season. Mayfield should post midrange QB1 numbers once again.
| TB | 9 | 317 | 6.11 | 8.01 | 7 | 2 | 345 | 500 | 3924 | 33.6 | 12.8 | 190.4 | 53 | 326 | 1.9 | 21.2 | 3 | |
6 | Joe Burrow | CIN | 10 | 315 | 4.06 | 5.02 | 5 | -1 | 408 | 576 | 4174 | 32.8 | 9.6 | 208.3 | 39 | 191 | 2.0 | 12.5 | 3 | |
7 | Patrick Mahomes
Draft Note
Over the past two seasons, Mahomes has finished QB7 (2023) and QB10 (2024) after three straight top-4 finishes in 2020-22. He seems to be settling into midrange QB1 territory, but we know he has overall QB1 upside. Rashee Rice is back, which helps, especially given the apparent decline of Mahomes’ go-to target, Travis Kelce. Xavier Worthy is a weapon, and Hollywood Brown rounds out a good starting receiving unit. Mahomes’ touchdown percentage and passing volume are both down relative to his fantasy hayday, and that’s not a recipe for an elite-level finish.
| KC | 10 | 295 | 5.12 | 6.10 | 6 | -1 | 381 | 566 | 3913 | 29.2 | 12.6 | 195.2 | 56 | 301 | 1.7 | 19.6 | 3 | |
8 | Bo Nix
Draft Note
Nix finished QB9 on the season, but after a rough start, he was the fantasy QB5 from Week 5 on. He has dual-threat ability and scored at least 16.1 fantasy points in 10 of his last 13 games. “Good” rookie quarterbacks tend to regress a bit in year two, but the Broncos added Evan Engram in free agency and two receiving weapons–second-round RB RJ Harvey and third-round WR Pat Bryant–in the Draft, and that could offset a sophomore regression.
| DEN | 12 | 295 | 7.07 | 8.09 | 8 | 0 | 338 | 502 | 3393 | 28.3 | 12.3 | 170.3 | 86 | 394 | 4.0 | 25.6 | 3 | |
9 | Kyler Murray
Draft Note
Murray finished as the QB11 last year after a seven-game, QB26 finish the year before. (He was QB10 on a per-game basis in 2023.) Last year, he played a full season after missing 18 games in his previous three seasons. He’s a good fantasy asset thanks to his quickness, speed, and ability to run the ball. He has averaged 30+ yards rushing in four straight seasons and has 16 rushing touchdowns in that span.
| ARI | 8 | 287 | 7.12 | 9.04 | 9 | 0 | 336 | 489 | 3529 | 20.1 | 10.9 | 174.9 | 76 | 531 | 4.8 | 34.5 | 3 | |
10 | Brock Purdy
Draft Note
Purdy was the QB12 last year but was QB9 on a per-game basis. In 2023, he was the QB6 and QB8 on a per-game basis, so he has settled into low-end QB1 status. He lost Deebo Samuel, who is a weapon, and the 49ers are expecting Jauan Jennings and Ricky Pearsall to pick up the slack. Brandon Aiyuk, Christian McCaffrey, and George Kittle return, so Purdy has plenty of weapons to throw to. The 49ers lost a lot of talent in free agency, especially on the defensive side of the ball, so they may struggle to stop anyone, and that could lead to heavy passing volume for Purdy and Co.
| SF | 14 | 281 | 8.11 | 10.05 | 10 | 0 | 298 | 440 | 4075 | 24.3 | 12.6 | 189.3 | 46 | 241 | 2.4 | 15.7 | 2 |
Who has the best Yahoo rankings?
For Yahoo’s half-PPR rankings, 4for4 is the top choice. They are proven to be highly consistent in both their preseason and in-season rankings, which is paramount for success in fantasy football. John Paulsen, 4for4’s Director of Forecasting was named the Most Accurate Fantasy Football Expert by FantasyPros in both 2010 and 2014 and was the runner-up in 2011 and 2019. In 2012, 2015, 2017, and 2020 he finished among the top four rankers.
When forecasting their Yahoo rankings, 4for4 studies teams’ offensive tendencies, strength of schedule, and athlete talent via predictive modeling. In turn, 4for4 delivers fantasy football results that are measurable, objective, and consistently replicated, and 4for4’s historical success in accuracy confirms that they’re good at what they do.
What is the best draft position in Yahoo drafts?
The best draft position in Yahoo half-PPR leagues often falls within the top five picks, allowing you to secure an elite dual-threat running back. However, middle-round picks can also be advantageous as they offer flexibility in constructing a balanced team. The key is to adapt your strategy based on how the draft unfolds.
What is the best draft strategy in Yahoo drafts?
Since Yahoo’s default is half-PPR scoring, a successful draft strategy involves targeting running backs and wide receivers who are heavily involved in their team's passing game like. After securing your core players, focus on high-upside options in the middle rounds. Depth is crucial, so look for value picks that can provide consistency and breakout potential throughout the season.
What is Yahoo ADP?
ADP, or Average Draft Position, in half-PPR leagues, indicates the average spot where players are being selected in drafts, heavily considering their receiving contributions. Tracking ADP helps managers anticipate when players will be available and how to strategize picks effectively, therefore maximizing value.
Who has the most accurate Yahoo rankings?
Look no further for rankings accuracy than 4for4. FantasyPros recognized 4for4’s Director of Forecasting, John Paulsen, as the Most Accurate Fantasy Football Expert in both 2010 and 2014, with runner-up finishes in 2011 and 2019. In 2012, 2015, 2017, and 2020 he also finished inside the top four.
4for4's forecasting uses a data-driven model that considers offensive schemes, upcoming matchups, and player talent. This translates to rankings you can trust, built on measurable data and objective analysis. Their historical success speaks for itself - 4for4 is the resource you need to dominate your Yahoo league.
What is the best first-round pick in Yahoo Drafts?
In half-PPR leagues which the default setting for Yahoo, the best first-round pick is typically a versatile running back like Christian McCaffrey or Bijan Robinson, who can contribute significantly both on the ground and through the air. These players offer a high floor and ceiling, making them valuable assets for your fantasy team. You can also go with a high-volume wide receiver like CeeDee Lamb or Tyreek Hill who also boast very high floors and ceilings.
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