2025 Preseason Pro: Evangelos Lilas
The NFL preseason is underway. That means the fantasy football draft season has finally arrived! Our annual Flagship Feature is called Preseason Pro. This 2025 Preseason Pro: Evangelos Lilas shows off the exclusive insight you can find only at FullTime
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WHO IS EVANGELOS LIlAS? In short, one of the top-ranked and most consistent high-stakes players in the world today. He’s a Fantasy Football World Championship veteran who boasts multiple top-10 finishes nationally. Lilas has also come away with over six figures in fantasy winnings in the past two seasons!
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2025 Los Angeles Chargers Fantasy Preview
2025 Los Angeles Chargers Fantasy Preview Jim Harbaugh’s first season in Los Angeles was a racing success. The Chargers improved from 5-12 in 2023 to 11-7 and a Wild Card playoff appearance in Year One of their rebuild. Harbaugh’s immediate impact saw the club climb from 28th in defense to 11th. The offense regressed slightly, but injuries played a big role in that. With plenty of cap space and key reinforcements via free agency and the draft, the 2025 Chargers are trending up. QB Justin Herbert gutted out leg and foot injuries to start all 18 games. In his first season in Greg Roman’s system, Herbert set career-highs in yards per attempt (7.7), ADOT (9.0), QB rating (101.7), and threw the fewest interceptions (3) in the league. The touchdown numbers dipped, but Herbert also took the most sacks of his career (41). L.A. signed Mekhi Becton and Andre James in free agency to help protect Herbert. Other additions in the backfield and at wideout will also help. Even battling injuries throughout the year, Herbert still ranked 15th in fantasy points per game and rushed for 306 yards and two scores. He’s a sleeper pick to post top-10 fantasy numbers and can be targeted much later in drafts. The Chargers improved from 96.6 rushing yards per game to 110.7 in 2024. J.K. Dobbins averaged 14.8 fantasy points per game but will be replaced by the tandem of Omarion Hampton and Najee Harris. Hampton was selected No. 22 overall and profiles as a downhill runner who will fit well in Roman’s scheme. Hampton has an intriguing blend of size (5-11, 221), speed (4.47 40-yard dash), and power. Harris has rushed for 1,000-plus yards in all four of his NFL seasons, giving Harbaugh one of the top tandems in the NFL. Expect the Chargers to be among the most run-heavy offenses, with plenty of play-action opportunities for Herbert to exploit. Ladd McConkey was sensational as a rookie, snagging 82-of-112 targets for 1,149 yards and seven scores in 16 games. He finished his first season as the WR13 and is now firmly ranked in WR1 territory. The Chargers also re-signed Mike Williams and used a second-rounder on sizable Mississippi wideout Tre Harris. Harris was a yards per route run terror who led the nation in receiving yards per game. The rookie will be an instant upgrade over the inconsistent Josh Palmer. The tight end rotation that Harbaugh employed last season looks to be back, this time, with newly signed Tyler Conklin competing with Will Dissly for snaps. Both options lack upside because of their unpredictable usage. They should only be viewed as reserves to target late in deeper leagues. Fantasy Grade: C+ QB Herbert, Justin, LAC [QB1] On the surface, Justin Herbert had a modest showing in 2024, but Herbert gutted through several injuries and guided the Chargers to an improbable Wild Card appearance. Despite playing in Greg Roman’s run-first scheme that ranked 28th in pace of play, Herbert ranked 15th in fantasy points per game. Accuracy was key, as Herbert threw a league-low three interceptions and shined in deep-ball accuracy (5th in deep-ball completion rate). Play-action was key, and with the Chargers signing Najee Harris and drafting Omarion Hampton in the first round, look for Herbert to continue to game manage and take deep shots. ADVICE: Mid-round value pick with top 10 upside. RB Hampton, Omarion, LAC [RB1] Omarion Hampton joins a crowded Chargers backfield with Najee Harris. However, this staff targeted Hampton in the first round when running back wasn’t LA’s biggest need. Hampton’s powerful running and superior pass-catching ability, akin to Nick Chubb, position him as a mid-tier RB2 in PPR leagues. In 2024, Chargers’ running backs recorded just 43 receptions for 270 yards and two touchdowns on 55 targets. That should trend up with Hampton replacing J.K. Dobbins. There is a chance that Jim Harbaugh opens the season with a committee, so Hampton could get off to a slow start. ADVICE: Three-down talent on a run-first team that could be limited to committee work. RB Harris, Najee, LAC [RB2] Harris looked like a quality RB2 before the Chargers selected Omarion Hampton with the 22nd overall pick. Hampton (4.46 40) is faster than Harris (4.57), is a better receiver, and has first-round draft capital. Clearly, the staff liked what Hampton did at North Carolina. Harris has been sturdy, playing all 17 games and rushing for 1,000-plus yards in all four of his seasons. But this is likely to be a committee backfield led by Hampton. The Chargers project to be one of the run-heaviest teams in the league, but Harris is unlikely to command enough touches to post another RB2 campaign. ADVICE: RB3/4 with limited path to being a consistent fantasy starter. WR McConkey, Ladd, LAC [WR1] McConkey exceeded expectations in his rookie campaign, pacing the 2024 class with 2.6 yards per route run and finishing as the WR13 in total fantasy points. From Weeks 8 through the playoffs, he surged to WR10 levels, drawing a 25% target share and averaging 98.7 yards and 16.4 fantasy points per game, trailing only Ja’Marr Chase over that stretch. Although the Chargers drafted Omarion Hampton in Round 1, potentially shifting toward the run, McConkey’s late-season dominance remains impossible to ignore. His connection with Justin Herbert is already elite, and with the coaching staff remaining intact, McConkey is set up for a big leap in year two. ADVICE: High-floor WR2–a mind 2nd round target. WR Harris, Tre, LAC [WR2] Tre Harris had a standout college career at Louisiana Tech and Ole Miss, amassing 220 receptions, 3,532 yards, and 29 touchdowns over four seasons. His receiving yards grew annually (562, 935, 985, 1,030), with explosive play at Ole Miss (18.2, 17.2 yards per catch). Despite a groin injury sidelining him for five games last season, Harris shone in 2023, surpassing 100 yards in five games. Harris has good size (6-2, 205), 2nd-round NFL Draft capital, and landed with a Chargers’ offense that needs a perimeter
2025 Rookie Profile: Omarion Hampton
2025 Rookie Profile: Omarion Hampton (RB) North Carolina Welcome to the 2025 fantasy football season. FullTime Fantasy‘s annual rookie profiles previews one of the top running backs in this class with our 2025 Rookie Profile: Omarion Hampton. College Resume and Stats Omarion Hampton emerged as one of college football’s premier running backs during his three-year tenure at the University of North Carolina. Hailing from Clayton, North Carolina, Hampton first showcased his talent at Cleveland High School. There he amassed 5,370 rushing yards and 88 touchdowns across four seasons. His senior year was particularly dominant, with 1,949 yards and 39 touchdowns at 12.1 yards per carry. That earned him North Carolina’s Gatorade Player of the Year honors. A four-star recruit, he opted to stay in-state with the Tar Heels, spurning offers from marquee programs like Ohio State, Michigan, and Penn State. At UNC, Hampton made an immediate impact as a true freshman in 2022, becoming the first Tar Heel since Charlie Justice in 1946 to rush for over 100 yards in his collegiate debut (101 yards, 2 TDs vs. Florida A&M). He finished that season with 401 rushing yards and six touchdowns on 88 carries across 13 games (4 starts), adding 6 receptions for 40 yards and a score. Omarion Hampton: #2 best RB *in the last DECADE* in YPC on runs when hit behind the line #2 in highest percentage of team’s entire touches (44%) #2 in highest % of team’s entire receptions (17%) 96th percentile in explosion score in jumping drills profile of a true workhorse… pic.twitter.com/JgfZvmtGBZ — Warren Sharp (@SharpFootball) March 13, 2025 Breakout His sophomore year in 2023 marked his breakout, as he assumed the full-time starting role, rushing for 1,504 yards and 15 touchdowns on 253 carries (5.9 yards per carry) while catching 29 passes for 222 yards and another touchdown. This earned him First-Team All-ACC honors, a Walter Camp First-Team All-American nod, and a spot as a Doak Walker Award finalist. In his junior year of 2024, Hampton solidified his elite status. He piled up 1,660 rushing yards (second nationally) and 15 touchdowns on 281 carries (5.9 yards per carry). Hampton also nabbed 34 receptions for 373 yards and two touchdowns. He recorded six consecutive 100-yard games. That was a feat not accomplished by a Tar Heel since 1970. Hampton concluded his college career with 3,565 rushing yards (third in UNC history) and 36 rushing touchdowns (fourth in UNC history) over 38 games. His 16 career 100-yard rushing performances underscore his consistency and durability. Career College Stats •Rushing: 622 attempts, 3,565 yards (5.7 YPC), 36 TDs •Receiving: 69 receptions, 635 yards (9.2 YPR), 4 TDs •Total Yards: 4,200 all-purpose yards •Notable Accolades: First-Team All-ACC (2023), Walter Camp First-Team All-American (2023), Doak Walker Award Finalist (2023) Measurables At the 2025 NFL Combine, Hampton showcased a blend of size, speed, and explosiveness that aligns with his on-field production: •Height: 6-0 •Weight: 220 pounds • 40-yard Dash: 4.46 seconds •10-yard Split: 1.54 seconds •Vertical Jump: 38.0 inches •Broad Jump: 10-10 (130 inches) •Bench Press: 18 reps •Arm Length: 30.5 inches •Hand Size: 9.375 inches Hampton’s sturdy, well-proportioned frame and above-average athletic testing numbers highlight his ability to combine power with burst.. His explosive lower-body strength and contact balance shine through in his leaping metrics and on-tape performance. Hampton profiles as a workhorse running back who thrives in downhill, gap/power schemes where he can attack the line of scrimmage with momentum and squared shoulders. His combination of size, physicality, and surprising burst makes him an ideal fit for teams needing a robust ground game presence. Particularly those picking in the mid-to-late first round (15-32). Hampton’s high floor as a volume runner and untapped receiving potential make him a strong fit for teams in this draft range. His projection (late Round 1 to early Round 2) aligns with his skill set and the depth of the 2025 RB class. However, with a historically deep class, it’s possible teams bypass early runners. That would make Hampton a potential steal on Day Two. NFL Fits Dallas Cowboys (1.12) – This is probably the earliest Hampton would go. Also, it’s assuming that Ashton Jeanty is already off the board. Hampton would contend for instant RB1 value in Big D. Both Daniel Jeremiah and Mel Kiper mentioned/mocked Omarion Hampton to the #Cowboys at No. 12 today. Something to consider. — Marcus Mosher (@Marcus_Mosher) March 18, 2025 Denver Broncos (1.20) – Sean Payton is looking for a starter. With Javonte Williams gone, Hampton’s durability and explosiveness could anchor Denver’s run game behind QB Bo Nix. At pick 20, he’s a value fit. Or they could trade up for him early in Round 2 if they address defense first. Pittsburgh Steelers (1.21) – The Steelers’ identity is built on physical football. And with Najee Harris now in LA, Hampton could step in as a long-term RB1. His power-running style aligns with Arthur Smith’s gap-scheme preferences. And his ability to handle a heavy workload complements Pittsburgh’s grind-it-out approach. Los Angeles Chargers (1.22) – Under Jim Harbaugh and Greg Roman, the Chargers are shifting toward a smashmouth identity. With Najee Harris signed for just one year, Hampton’s 220-pound frame and tackle-breaking ability make him a natural fit for their power-run system. Chicago Bears (Round 2) – Chicago picks 10th and could target Ashton Jeanty. After all, Ben Johnson loves utilizing multiple backs. However, if Chicago continues to build their offensive line, Hampton could be a trade-up target. His size and receiving chops pair well with Caleb Williams in Shane Waldron’s offense, offering a power complement to D’Andre Swift. NFL Comparison Hampton’s playing style draws parallels to Josh Jacobs, the former Alabama star and current NFL standout. Like Jacobs, Hampton boasts a thick, powerful build (both around 6-0, 220 pounds) and excels as a violent, downhill runner who churns through contact with exceptional leg drive and balance. Both players exhibit patience behind the line, waiting for blocks to develop. Both also possess enough burst to turn short gains