Top 2025 CFF Wide Receivers: Your Ultimate Rankings & Tiered Guide
Hey everyone, it’s Matt here, and welcome back to my Substack! The 2025 College Fantasy Football (CFF) season is almost here, and I’m thrilled to share my wide receiver tier list to help you dominate your drafts. I’ve been diving deep into team offenses, conference matchups, and player potential to rank these guys for fantasy. I’ve sorted them into five tiers, from must start studs to deep league stashes. Let’s get into it.
Tier 1: Elite Fantasy Options
These are your WR1s, guys you can start every week and expect massive numbers from high-powered offenses.
- Antonio Williams (Clemson)
- TJ Moore (Clemson)
- Ryan Wingo (Texas)
- Evan Stewart (Oregon)
- Nic Anderson (LSU)
- DeAndre Moore Jr. (Texas)
- Bryant Wesco (Clemson)
- Ja’Kobi Lane (USC)
- Barion Brown (LSU)
- Jeremiah Smith (Ohio State)
- Makai Lemon (USC)
- Emmett Mosley (Texas)
- Ryan Williams (Alabama)
- Jordyn Tyson (Arizona State)
Antonio Williams (Clemson): Clemson’s offense is a fantasy juggernaut, and Williams is their top target. With a pass heavy system and softer ACC defenses, he’s a lock for 80+ yards and a touchdown most weeks. He’s my WR1 in CFF.
Jeremiah Smith (Ohio State): Ohio State’s passing game is elite, and Smith is a star in their system. Big Ten defenses won’t slow him down, he’s a consistent WR1 with 1,000-yard potential.
Jordyn Tyson (Arizona State): Tyson has emerged as a star for Arizona State, and their high octane offense in the Big 12 gives him a huge ceiling. He’s a WR1 with the potential for monster games.
Tier 2: High-End Starters
These receivers are just a step below elite but still deliver WR1 numbers most weeks. They’re from strong programs, though they might face more target competition.
- Carnell Tate (Ohio State)
- Eugene Wilson (Florida)
- De’Zhaun Stribling (Ole Miss)
- Cayden Lee (Ole Miss)
- Matthew Coleman (San José St)
- Germie Bernard (Alabama)
- Kevin Concepcion (Texas A&M)
- Jadean Greathouse (Notre Dame)
- Malachi Fields (Notre Dame)
- Chris Dawn Jr. (Texas State)
- Dre’Lon Miller (Colorado)
- Joseph Williams (Colorado)
- Aaron Anderson (LSU)
- Chris Hilton Jr. (LSU)
- Harrison Wallace III (Ole Miss)
- Xavier Townsend (UCF)
- Nick Marsh (Michigan State)
- Denzel Boston (Washington)
- Chris Bell (Louisville)
- Ted Hurst (Georgia State)
- Josiah Trader (Miami)
- Cam Coleman (Auburn)
- Deion Burks (Oklahoma)
- Eric McAlister (TCU)
- Easton Messer (Florida Atlantic)
- Pofele Ashlock (Hawaii)
Aaron Anderson (LSU): LSU’s passing game is electric, and Anderson is a key piece. He might share targets with other talented receivers, but the Tigers’ high scoring offense ensures he’s a reliable WR2 with WR1 upside.
Deion Burks (Oklahoma): Burks has become a focal point for Oklahoma’s passing game in the SEC. He’s a high end WR2 with the potential for big games against weaker defenses.
Easton Messer (Florida Atlantic): Messer is a top target for FAU, and their pass friendly offense in Conference USA gives him a solid floor. He’s a WR2 with some upside in favorable matchups.
Tier 3: Solid Starters with Upside
These guys are WR2s or flex plays with breakout potential. They’re from decent programs or mid tier teams, but their offenses might not be as consistent as the top tiers.
- Trent Walker (Oregon State)
- Caleb Douglas (Texas Tech)
- Ian Strong (Rutgers)
- Josh Meredith (Washington State)
- Coy Eakin (Texas Tech)
- Josh Cameron (Baylor)
- Caullin Lacy (Louisville)
- Eric Rivers (Georgia Tech)
- Jordan Hudson (SMU)
- Talyn Shettron (Oklahoma State)
- K.D. Hutchinson (Western Kentucky)
- Lewis Bond (Boston College)
- Yamir Knight (SMU)
- Yannick Smith (East Carolina)
- Skyler Bell (UConn)
- Jayce Brown (Kansas State)
- Dalen Cobb (Georgia Southern)
- Juju Lewis (Georgia Tech)
- Malik Benson (Oregon)
- Kwezi Gilmer (UCLA)
- Trebor Pena (Penn State)
- Jordan Dwyer (TCU)
- Carlos Hernandez (Wake Forest)
- Junior Vandeross (Toledo)
Coy Eakin (Texas Tech): Texas Tech’s air it out approach in the Big 12 often leads to high scoring games. Eakin has the potential for 70+ catches, but inconsistency against stronger defenses keeps him here.
Carlos Hernandez (Wake Forest): Hernandez is a solid piece in Wake Forest’s balanced offense in the ACC. He’s a WR2/flex option with a decent floor in good matchups.
Yamir Knight (SMU): Now at SMU, Knight benefits from their pass heavy system in the AAC. He’s a flex play with some upside, especially against weaker defenses.
Tier 4: Flex or Situational Plays
These receivers are best as flex options or matchup based plays. They’re from teams with moderate offenses or face tougher competition, making them less consistent.
- Chase Sowell (Iowa)
- Nicholas Cenacle (Hawaii)
- Elijah Sarratt (Indiana)
- Corey Rucker (Arkansas St)
- David Amador (UT San Antonio)
- C.J. Daniels (Miami)
- Omarion Miller (Colorado)
- Devin McCuin (UTSA)
- Keagan Johnson (Kansas State)
- Devin Voisin (South Alabama)
- Landon Sides (North Texas)
- Anthony Smith (East Carolina)
- Jalil Farooq (Maryland)
- Luke Wysong (Arizona)
- Victor Snow (Buffalo)
- Mike Matthews (Tennessee)
- Chas Nimrod (Tennessee)
- Miles Coleman (North Texas)
- JR Wilson (Virginia)
- Cortez Graham (West Virginia)
- Jalen Moss (Arizona State)
- Kody Epps (Western Kentucky)
- Terry Lockett Jr. (Eastern Michigan)
- Chris Brazzell II (Tennessee)
- Donovan Greene (Wake Forest)
- Zeed Haynes (Syracuse)
Omarion Miller (Colorado): Colorado’s offense can be electric with Salter or Lewis, but inconsistency and a tough Big 12 schedule make Miller a boom or bust flex play. He’s good for a few big games.
Keagan Johnson (Kansas State): Kansas State’s run heavy approach limits their passing game, so Johnson’s opportunities might be sporadic. He’s a flex option in favorable matchups.
Jalen Moss (Arizona State): Arizona State’s offense can be hit or miss other than Tyson but Moss has the potential for decent games in the Big 12. He’s a situational play in deeper leagues.
Tier 5: Deep League or Waiver Wire Options
These receivers are for deep leagues or waiver wire stashes. They’re from weaker programs or have limited roles, making them risky for consistent production.
- Hudson Clement (Illinois)
- Chase Roberts (BYU)
- Justin Bowick (Illinois)
- Dane Key (Nebraska)
- Kenny Odom (UTEP)
- Jaylen Lloyd (Nebraska)
- Jordan Napier (San Diego State)
- Sean Wilson (Virginia)
- Jacory Barney Jr. (Nebraska)
- Brandon Inniss (Ohio State)
- Beau Sparks (Texas State)
Dane Key (Nebraska): Nebraska’s offense has struggled to produce big numbers, with a conservative approach that limits skill players. Key is a deep league option for bye week fill ins.
Brandon Inniss (Ohio State): Despite Ohio State’s elite offense, Inniss has fallen down the depth chart. He’s a deep league stash with upside if he gets more targets later in the season.
Jordan Napier (San Diego State): San Diego State’s run heavy system doesn’t favor skill players in the passing game. Napier is only relevant in very deep leagues.
There you have it, my 2025 CFF wide receiver tier list! Whether you’re targeting elite WR1s like Antonio Williams or hunting for value in the lower tiers, this guide should set you up for success. Keep an eye on depth charts and early season usage, as some of these guys might shift tiers based on their roles. Drop a comment below with your thoughts, and let me know who you’re targeting in your leagues! Until next time, happy drafting!