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đŸ”„ 5 players to target in your final fantasy football drafts

With Week 1 fast approaching, these five players are still receiving plenty of breakout buzz in fantasy football circles.

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Justin Sablich
Aug 31, 2025
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Fantasy draft season is winding down, and everyone wants to nail a few of those ever-elusive breakout picks in the middle and late rounds that can provide the weekly advantage that carries you into the playoffs.

If you’re thinking, “Hey, you wrote about some of these guys already,” you are correct; two appeared in my breakouts article at the beginning of the month. However, they are here again for a reason, as I strongly believe in their breakout potential.

If you’re making your final picks before Week 1, make sure these five are circled on your draft board.

Caleb Williams, QB, Bears

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18). (Photo by Robin Alam/Icon Sportswire)

Williams showed flashes as a rookie, finishing QB16 overall despite chaos on the Bears’ roster. He ran for 483 yards — more than any other QB without a rushing touchdown — giving him a solid fantasy floor.

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