Drake London is poised for a breakout 2025 fantasy football season after establishing himself as one of the NFL's premier wide receivers in 2024. The Atlanta Falcons' star posted career-high numbers across the board last season with 100 receptions, 158 targets, 1,271 receiving yards, and 9 touchdowns in 17 starts.
London's development has been impressive since entering the league. After solid but unspectacular rookie and sophomore campaigns, the 23-year-old USC product elevated his game significantly in 2024, finishing 14th in fantasy points per game and 5th in total fantasy points among wide receivers.
What makes London particularly valuable is his exceptional target share. He commanded a 27.2% target rate in 2024, ranking fourth among all wide receivers. This elite usage translated directly to production, especially after the Falcons increased his slot usage from 18.6% in 2023 to 39.6% in 2024. Despite being an atypical slot receiver at 6'4" and 215 pounds, London thrived in this role, leading the league with 2.57 yards per route run from the slot position.
London's red zone prowess further enhances his fantasy appeal. He accumulated 23 red zone targets last season (tied for 3rd most in the league) and was targeted on 30% of his routes run, the third-highest rate in the NFL. Particularly promising was his connection with quarterback Michael Penix Jr., who targeted London on an impressive 41% of his routes when under center.
Currently sitting at #18 overall in fantasy football rankings, London offers tremendous value as a WR1 with elite upside. His fifth-year option was recently exercised by Atlanta, ensuring stability for the foreseeable future. The Falcons' commitment to featuring London in their passing attack, combined with his improving quarterback situation, makes him a prime target in the second round of fantasy football mock drafts.
London's combination of elite target share, red zone usage, and versatility both outside and in the slot gives him one of the highest floors among fantasy receivers. While maintaining a solid floor, his ceiling remains untapped, making him one of the most intriguing WR options heading into the 2025 season.
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