With fantasy football starting this week, there are sure to be a ton of surprises. Week 1 always throws us some curveballs, and we are going to do our best to be prepared for them. We are looking to identify the top sleepers so that you can get them into your lineup. These are our fantasy football Week 1 sleepers.
QB Malik Willis, Miami Dolphins
Willis possesses the kind of upside that can win you your week. He also has an elite matchup in Week 1 against the lowly Las Vegas Raiders. Granted, he has a low floor as well, but his potential is through the roof.
He is an elite-level rusher and showed development as a passer when he got the opportunity last season. In his one start of 2025, he threw for 288 yards, rushed for 60 yards, and accounted for three touchdowns with zero interceptions. That kind of production can be a game-changer and isn't close to his ceiling.
His young wide receivers might be much better than most are expecting them to be. Rookies Chris Bell and Caleb Douglas are both extremely talented. De'Von Achane also has a case for being the best pass-catching back in the league.
