Dynasty Fantasy Football: Post-NFL Draft Winners

Kevin looks at players who are winners post NFL Draft.

Now that the NFL Draft is officially in the books, it's time to recalibrate dynasty values heading into the summer. While rookie hype is dominating timelines, today we’re shifting the focus back to the veterans — the players whose dynasty stock quietly (or loudly) just got a boost. Whether it’s because their teams passed on adding major rookie competition, or because their supporting cast was upgraded around them, several veterans are sitting in a much better spot than they were a month ago.

In this article, we’ll dive into some of the biggest post-draft winners, break down why their value is rising, and explore whether you should be buying, selling, or holding in your dynasty leagues.

Let’s get to it.

Quarterback Winners

The dust has settled from the draft, and some quarterbacks walked away as clear winners. Whether it was avoiding competition, getting upgrades at key positions, or simply having their situation solidified, these quarterbacks saw their dynasty outlook improve. Below, we break down which signal-callers came out on top, where their value stands, and how you should approach them in trades.

Caleb Williams, Chicago Bears

Everything about Chicago’s offseason pointed toward building around Caleb Williams. The Bears rebuilt the interior of their offensive line, trading for Joe Thuney and Jonah Jackson, and signing center Drew Dalman to a massive deal. Then they doubled down on giving Williams weapons, selecting TE Colston Loveland and WR Luther Burden with their first two picks. Add that to a group already featuring DJ Moore, Rome Odunze, Cole Kmet, and D’Andre Swift, and it’s clear the Bears are doing everything possible to set Williams up for success.

The expectations are sky-high — we're talking MVP-level — and while individual target competition could limit some skill players' upside, the overall offensive environment is a massive win for Williams. I was already high on him pre-draft thanks to Ben Johnson's system, but now with this supporting cast, he's jumped into my top eight dynasty QBs. If you bought early, congratulations — you’re ahead of the curve.

Dynasty Trade Market for Caleb Williams

Here’s how Caleb Williams is valued in dynasty trades:

Dynasty Trades (12 Team SF/TE Premium)

• Caleb Williams FOR 1.04/2026 1st

• Caleb Williams/Marvin Harrison Jr. FOR 1.01/1.07

• Caleb Williams FOR Kyler Murray/2.06

• Caleb Williams/2026 3rd FOR Hunter Henry/1.06

• Caleb Williams FOR J.J. McCarthy/1.11

Trevor Lawrence, Jacksonville Jaguars

This feels like a "put up or shut up" season for Trevor Lawrence. The Jaguars traded up to grab Travis Hunter at No. 2 overall, giving Lawrence one of the most explosive young WR duos in football alongside Brian Thomas Jr. Hunter, who was electric at Colorado, immediately becomes a game-changer.

Lawrence has flashed talent but hasn’t consistently lived up to his hype. That’s no longer acceptable. With the Jags also upgrading the offensive line and adding RB Bhayshul Tuten, they’re putting Lawrence in position to succeed. Pre-draft, he was hovering around QB20; now he’s jumped into the QB15 range and looks locked in as a strong QB2 with legitimate QB1 upside if it all clicks.

Dynasty Trade Market for Trevor Lawrence

Here’s how Trevor Lawrence is valued in dynasty trades:

Dynasty Trades (12 Team SF/TE Premium)

• Trevor Lawrence FOR Michael Penix Jr./2.03

• Trevor Lawrence/2026 2nd FOR 1.08/1.09

• Trevor Lawrence FOR Dak Prescott/2.03

• Trevor Lawrence/Jaxon Smith-Njigba FOR Dalton Kincaid/Bijan Robinson

• Trevor Lawrence/DeVonta Smith FOR Tyreek Hill/Tony Pollard/2.06/2026 1st

Bryce Young, Carolina Panthers

Bryce Young’s sophomore campaign showed real growth, and Carolina’s front office made it clear they’re all-in on helping him take the next step. The Panthers added WR Tetairoa McMillan, a physical, polished receiver who immediately improves the quick-game and intermediate passing attack. They also grabbed TE Mitchell Evans, a reliable big target who could develop into a strong TE2 option.

Adding McMillan to a group that already includes Xavier Legette, Adam Thielen, Ja’Tavion Sanders, and Jalen Coker means Young has more weapons and better spacing across the field. He’s firmly positioned as an intriguing QB2 moving forward, with sneaky upside if McMillan pops early.

Dynasty Trade Market for Bryce Young

Here’s how Bryce Young is valued in dynasty trades:

Dynasty Trades (12 Team SF/TE Premium)

• Bryce Young FOR Jordan Addison

• Bryce Young FOR Brian Robinson/1.11

• Bryce Young FOR 2027 1st

• Bryce Young FOR Zay Flowers/2.11

• Bryce Young/2026 1st FOR Michael Penix Jr./Tucker Kraft/2026 2nd

C.J. Stroud, Houston Texans

After a down year statistically, the Texans clearly made it a priority to bolster C.J. Stroud’s weaponry. They drafted WR Jayden Higgins — a 6'4", 215-pound monster with sub-4.5 speed — giving Stroud the big, physical outside receiver this offense needed. Higgins brings a reliable skill set that should translate immediately, pairing nicely with Nico Collins and John Metchie III.

Houston didn’t stop there. They also grabbed Jaylin Noel and added Tackle Aireontae Ersery to continue strengthening the offense around their franchise QB.
Stroud now has a clear path to bounce back in a big way, and with a reloaded WR corps and better protection, he’s a strong buy-low candidate for dynasty managers looking for a QB2 with top-10 upside.

Dynasty Trade Market for C.J. Stroud

Here’s how C.J. Stroud is valued in dynasty trades:

Dynasty Trades (12 Team SF/TE Premium)

• C.J. Stroud FOR Brandon Aiyuk/Bryce Young/3.07

• C.J. Stroud FOR Derrick Henry/1.11

• C.J. Stroud FOR 1.02

• C.J. Stroud/Tee Higgins FOR Ja’Marr Chase

• C.J. Stroud/Ladd McConkey FOR Dak Prescott/CeeDee Lamb

Quarterbacks Trade Guide Chart

Running Back Winners

The 2025 rookie class was hyped to wipe out a ton of veteran running back value... but that didn’t really happen. In fact, a lot of backs quietly dodged major landmines and came out as big post-draft winners. Let’s dive into the running backs who benefited most, their current dynasty value, and where we see them heading next.

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