The Big 12 has historically been full of fantasy goldmines, and 2025 isn't expected to be any different for the 16-team conference. Whether you're looking for sleepers, key positional battles or all-conference teams, this conference promises to be one of the most entertaining in all of the nation. Teams like Baylor, Kansas State, Texas Tech, Utah, and Arizona State appear to have the most exciting fantasy prospects; however, don't discount teams like Iowa State, BYU, and TCU, who all will certainly be in the mix in a wild ride to the conference title game.
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Big 12 All-Conference Fantasy Teams
First Team (Overall position rank)
QB: Devon Dampier, Utah 
(9)
RB: Bryson Washington, Baylor 
(2)
RB: Dylan Edwards, Kansas State 
(8)
WR: Jordyn Tyson, Arizona State 
(2)
WR: Eric McAlister, TCU 
(9)
WR: Chase Sowell, Iowa State 
(14)
TE: Joe Royer, Cincinnati 
(6)
Second Team
QB: Avery Johnson, Kansas State (12)
RB: Jahiem White, West Virginia 
(11)
RB: Quinten Joyner, Texas Tech 
(13)
WR: Josh Cameron, Baylor (35)
WR: Caleb Douglas, Texas Tech (40)
WR: Joseph Williams, Colorado 
(41)
TE: Terrance Carter, Texas Tech (14)
Third Team
QB: Sawyer Robertson, Baylor (14)
RB: Wayshawn Parker, Utah (26)
RB: LJ Martin, BYU 
(30)
WR: Jayce Brown, Kansas State (51)
WR: Coy Eakin, Texas Tech (52)
WR: Dre'lon Miller, Colorado (64)
TE: Benjamin Brahmer, Iowa State (18)
2025 Big 12 Fantasy Sleepers
QB: Sam Leavitt, Arizona State
Nothing against the other dual-threat quarterbacks on the Big 12 All-Conference Fantasy Teams, but Leavitt has a chance to be better than all three this year. Arizona State's offense was one of the best in the nation in 2024, which helped spark their unexpected run to the College Football Playoff. Leavitt was just a freshman during that historic run and will have the benefit of stud receiver Jordyn Tyson returning to the lineup. While running back Cam Skattebo has departed for the NFL, that sets up well for the team to lean more on Leavitt's running ability. Leavitt rushed 110 times for 443 yards and five touchdowns last season, so he's completely capable of toting the rock.
QB: Rocco Becht, Iowa State
Becht is somehow flying under the radar for the 2025 season after recording back-to-back 3,000-yard passing seasons with a combined 48 touchdowns. He's also added a rushing component to his game, evident from a career-high eight rushing scores in 2024. The Cyclones' offensive system is tailored to Becht's game, and he's a proven leader on this team. Iowa State also has one of the best offensive lines in the conference and a dangerous run game. Those characteristics make Becht a real possibility for a high-upside sleeper who could emerge as a weekly starter in deeper college fantasy leagues.
RB: Jaden Nixon, UCF 
Nixon makes his return to the Big 12 Conference (first three years at Oklahoma State) after a breakout season at Western Michigan in 2024. Nixon rushed for 921 yards and 12 touchdowns on 143 carries, including five 100-yard rushing performances during the season. Now an experienced senior, Nixon has the opportunity to jump Myles Montgomery on the depth chart and potentially post his first 1,000-yard rushing performance. With a clear path to lead-back duties and a history of big plays, Nixon is a high-upside fantasy option who could deliver consistent production and surprise many in 2025.
RB: Carson Hansen, Iowa State
Hansen is quietly positioning himself as one of the most valuable running backs in the Big 12 for 2025. After leading Iowa State in carries (151), rushing yards (752), and touchdowns (15) last year. With Iowa State aiming to improve on its mediocre-ranked rushing offense from 2024, Hansen's versatility and red zone efficiency make him a prime candidate to break out. If he secures the lead role over Abu Sama in what could shift away from a committee approach, fantasy managers could be looking at a consistent RB2 with RB1 upside in deeper college formats. It also doesn't hurt to have a talented and experienced quarterback in Rocco Becht to help him on the offensive end.
WR: Chase Roberts, BYU
Roberts is set to be one of the most overlooked yet impactful wide receivers in college fantasy football this season. He's the top returning pass-catcher for the Cougars as he nabbed 52 catches for 854 yards and four touchdowns a year ago. Over the last three years, he's shown improving production with increased receptions, yards, and targets. If that trend continues, he'll be one of the best in the conference for 2025. With volume, experience, and leadership on his side, Roberts offers tremendous value in fantasy drafts and could easily outperform expectations as a reliable weekly starter.
WR: Luke Wysong, Arizona 
Wysong is one of the most intriguing deep sleepers in college fantasy football for 2025. As a dynamic playmaker for New Mexico, Wysong brings versatility to the field, contributing as a receiver, rusher, and return specialist. His speed and elusiveness make him a threat to break off big plays at any moment, and he is set to play a prominent role in the Wildcats' passing attack in 2025. If Arizona's offense takes a step forward, Wysong could emerge as a consistent flex option with breakout potential in deeper college fantasy formats.
2025 Big 12 Rooms to Monitor
Colorado Quarterbacks
The post-Shedeur Sanders era at Colorado brings both intrigue and instability to the quarterback position, making it a risky investment for fantasy managers in 2025. There's an active competition between Kaidon Salter and Julian Lewis. With Lewis being a highly touted freshman, it's entirely possible that both signal callers see the field during the 2025 season. The uncertainty around who will start, how long they'll hold the job, and how effective they'll be in a transitioning offense makes this a volatile situation. Add in Colorado's inconsistent offensive line play and a crowded skill position group, and this position could go several ways this year. Until a clear starter emerges and proves capable of producing consistently, this is a quarterback room best approached with caution.
Kansas Wide Receivers
While the talented QB Jalon Daniels is back for another year, it's a completely new group of receivers in Lawrence. The Kansas wide receiver corps has rarely been a source of consistent fantasy production as they ranked last in the Big 12 in yards after the catch in 2024. With that in mind, they brought in transfers Emmanuel Henderson (Alabama), Cam Pickett (Ball State), and Bryson Canty (Columbia). There will undoubtedly be an adjustment period and Daniels will have to figure out which receiver he has the most chemistry with. Until that occurs, it's going to be hard for Kansas to finally produce fantasy-relevant receivers. Be cautious unless in deeper leagues or PPR formats.
Oklahoma State Playmakers
Fantasy managers should tread carefully when considering Oklahoma State skill players in 2025. The Cowboys had one of their worst seasons in decades and lost their top two playmakers from a year ago in RB Ollie Gordon (NFL) and WR De'Zhaun Stribling (transferred to Ole Miss). They will lean in on a new QB in Zane Flores, coming off an injury, and the wide receiver room lacks experience and depth. With a new-look roster, unproven quarterback play, and a schedule that includes several stout defenses, Oklahoma State's offense may be more volatile than productive. This makes the playmakers risky fantasy investments outside of deep leagues or best-ball formats.
