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- Sep 22, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Drake London (5) celebrates after a catch against the Kansas City Chiefs in the fourth quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

Drake London 2025 NFL Redraft Outlook:Alpha WR1 with Penix?

Originally posted on Total Apex Fantasy Sports
By Andrew Kim | Last updated Jul 27, 2025 5:45 PM ET

Drake London could enter receiver one status, as he prepares to enter the 2025 season with more momentum now that his quarterback is Michael Penix Jr. This isn’t just another “next big thing” headline. This is the year London’s fantasy stock transforms from a high-floor WR2 to a legitimate threat to take the WR1 crown.

If you’re looking to make some noise in your fantasy league, London might just be your guy. Why? Because the numbers don’t lie, and neither do the red zone stats.

Drake London 2024 Stats and Fantasy Production

Coming off an impressive 2024 campaign, London posted numbers that any fantasy manager would drool over. We’re talking 100 receptions, 1,271 yards, and 9 touchdowns on a whopping 158 targets. That stat line alone tells you he’s ready to feast, but here’s where it gets juicy.

This Falcons offense has finally found its swagger under quarterback Michael Penix Jr. With Penix taking the reins late last season, London saw a noticeable boost in production. His target share skyrocketed to 39%, while he averaged 117.3 receiving yards per game and an incredible 3.74 yards per route run. That’s elite territory. This isn’t just consistency; it’s dominance.

When the Atlanta Falcons look to punch it into the end zone, Drake London’s name is at the top of the call sheet. London didn’t just see a healthy volume of opportunities in the red zone; he commanded them with 18 end-zone targets, which was second among all wide receivers in 2024. Over 52.6% of the team’s inside-the-10 targets went to London. Even in an offense that struggled with efficiency inside the 20-yard line last season, London’s involvement was undeniable.

With the Falcons trending towards a more pass-heavy strategy under Penix, those touchdown opportunities are bound to increase. And that, my friends, is fantasy gold.

Drake London 2025 Fantasy Outlook

Sep 29, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Drake London (5) runs against New Orleans Saints cornerback Paulson Adebo (29) at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images

Ranked as the WR6 in PPR last season (WR4 on a per-game basis), London has already made waves. But 2025 could push him past the “great” receivers and into the realm of the elite. What sets him apart is his unique combination of high floor and elite ceiling. Even a watered-down version of the numbers he posted with Penix last season lands him comfortably within top-tier wide receiver discussions.

If London can continue ramping up his red zone efficiency and maintain close to a 30%-plus target share, a top-5 finish among fantasy receivers is well within reach. And here’s the kicker: if he fully taps into his potential, WR1 status isn’t out of the question. That’s right, London has the tools, the quarterback, and the offensive scheme to stake his claim as the best receiver in fantasy football this season.

The beauty of drafting Drake London in 2025 is that he offers both security and upside. You’re not taking a swing at a “boom-or-bust” player. You’re investing in a rock-solid wideout who commands targets, dominates red zone opportunities, and has a quarterback capable of delivering the ball where it needs to be.

For managers eyeing him in Round 2, London could easily outperform his ADP (average draft position) in leagues of all scoring formats. He brings Week 1-ready production that minimizes risk while maximizing the chance for explosive games.

This article first appeared on Total Apex Fantasy Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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