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Franchise Running Backs
With CFF occupying the bulk of my time this fall, I haven’t often weighed in on players and how I perceive their NFL projections. I’m going to talk about a few running backs and give some thoughts on Devy strategy.
Clydrick Edwards-Helaire- Not sure I’ve ever seen a duo on the same team improve their stock the way that Burrow and CEH did this season.
Franchise Quarterbacks
With CFF occupying the bulk of my time this fall, I haven’t often weighed in on players and how I perceive their NFL projection. I’m going to talk about a few quarterbacks and give some thoughts on Devy strategy. Stay tuned for more positional musings in the weeks to follow.
Devy WR Stock Report
Several receivers have taken over this college season so it’s time to highlight a few who have improved their stock the most. From outrageous one-handed grabs to filling up the box score, a few things can be said about this group that should have fans excited for the future at the WR position. It feels like a special era in college football with the talent level at an all-time high. Here is the end of season Devy WR stock report.
2021 Draft Class Preview
We have heard a ton about the 2020 class, and rightfully so! But not many are talking about the class of 2021 and the immense amount of talent it has, especially at the WR position. This class has really come into its own and should produce a handful of elite NFL players. Let’s take a look at how this class is looking so far (these are not my rankings):
Devy Freshman At Each Position You Must Add
The college football season is, unfortunately, At its end, and there are freshmen that have excelled to the point they are must-adds in devy leagues. Who are these freshmen you need to make priority adds? I broke them down in-depth right here.
Tyler Johnson: Buy or Say Bye
When a prospect has multiple productive seasons that include back-to-back 1,000-plus receiving yard seasons, it’s essential to look at the positive traits that make this prospect so unique. When it comes to Tyler Johnson, overthinking and over-evaluating could lead to missing out on a player that can make a substantial impact at the next level.
Travis Etienne Has Added What to His Repertoire?
During the 2019 offseason, there were articles and blurbs galore about how Travis Etienne struggles and lacks confidence catching the football. Analysts have been pumping this as a flaw in his game ever since he exploded onto the scene as a freshman, and there is little doubt that he has indeed dealt with his struggles as a receiver. Heck, he even admitted it himself last summer!
Devy Depth: Unpopular Receivers You Need to Know
With the college football season just weeks away from the end, there are prospects that have been left off the radar due to the household names dominating the spotlight. Don’t neglect the prospects that the media doesn’t showcase as they could pay dividends later on. Who are these prospects to add to your radar?
Devy Risers
Two months of the college season has been knocked out and we are getting to the final stretch of the regular season. We as a Devy Watch team have recently updated our rankings and here are some the the prospects that saw the biggest leap for me.
Week 10: Devy RB Stock Report
With just a few weeks left in the college football regular season, the running back values are shaping up and who you should be targeting on your Devy rosters is becoming much more clear. As rankings are being updated and prospects move up and down big boards, let’s look at the running back prospects who are on the move after Week 10, for better or for worse.
Week 8: Devy RB Stock Report
It’s hard to believe that Week 8 is no more and we are on to Week 9 of the college football season. There is enough statistical data now to identify the prospects that are deserving of Devy roster spots. Who are these running back prospects and which ones do you need to know about? Let’s take a deep dive and find out.
Steady Stock Up
Master Teague, RB, Ohio State
73 carries / 512 yards / 4 TDs / 7.0 YPC
2 catches / 45 yards
2020 Superflex Rookie Midseason Mock
The seven of us sat down this week and knocked out a four-round 2020 Rookie Mock Draft since we just hit the halfway mark of the 2019 season. Only 2020 draft-eligible prospects were eligible for the draft.
Week 7: Devy TE Stock Report
Devy values are very fluid. They can balloon and fluctuate from week to week. It’s not the best practice to (over)react to one game, but with three games in the books for most teams, it’s time take a look at the tight end position. Whose stock is up? Whose stock is down? Whose stock is holding steady?
Stock Up:
Kyle Pitts, Florida
After a monster 5-catch for 108 yards against LSU, Pitts now leads the nation in TE receptions.
Mid-Season CFB Running Back Target Share Update
Over the past decade, the glaring importance of running back receptions in fantasy football has become more and more magnified for players to have sustained success at the position. Carlos Hyde is currently 9th in the NFL in rushing yards, but his inability to efficiently catch the ball out of the backfield offers owners a scarily low floor on a weekly basis. Meanwhile, Chris Thompson and James White can have single-digit rush attempts each week and still maintain RB2 production in PPR leagues. Furthermore, consistent involvement in the receiving game is critical for a feature RB to vault themselves into the Top-6 Bellcow running back realm.
Week 7: Devy RB Stock Report
Say goodbye to week seven and hello to some running backs that performed well and others who disappointed. How does their production affect the way they are valued as devy assets and which have enough value now to be appealing in trade talks? Let’s evaluate week seven and find out.
Week Six: Devy RB Stock Report
Another week of college football comes to a close, and some running backs are showcasing themselves each week. Some for the better, others not so much. Which running backs are moving up Devy ranks and which are falling? Let’s evaluate Week 6 and find out.
Stock Explosion
Chuba Hubbard, RB, Oklahoma State
The vacated production from Justice Hill was there for the taking this season, but what Chuba Hubbard has done to this point is beyond expectations set for him in 2019.
Devy rankings everywhere should be moving Hubbard up. The rise is not just because he is the leading rusher in college football, and not only based on the fact that Hubbard is tied with Xavier Jones for the most TDs with 10. The ranking ascension is justified by Hubbard demonstrating the traits of a high-end, next-level running back. The weekly production is the product of his above-average ability.
Freshman Stock Report – Week 6
In this week’s edition, I am going to highlight three players that I would almost guarantee were not drafted in your devy leagues. These players were very under the radar as prospects but have looked fantastic either recently or the entire season thus far. These are players you need to keep your eye on and consider drafting in your next Devy draft.
Devy TE Stock Report
Devy values are very fluid. They can balloon and fluctuate from week to week. It’s not the best practice to (over)react to one game, but with four games in the books for most teams, it’s time to take a look at the tight end position. Here’s a look at three tight ends whose stock is rising.
Stock Up
Devy RB Stock Report
Five weeks into the season and there is now some clarity as to which prospects are trending upward in value and which ones are on a downward spiral. At this point in the season, some clarity as to which players have legit, next-level talent becomes more evident. Which players are developing and which need to step it up? This article helps to answer those questions.
Devy QB Stock Report
Continuing our look at each position in the form of a stock report, we are back with QBs today.
Freshman Stock Report – Week 5
Week 5 is in the books and there are a few freshmen that are starting to make a name for themselves. Here are the players that are seeing their stock trend up, the ones you should hold on, and the one you should consider cutting loose.
Devy TE Stock Report
Devy values are very fluid. They can balloon and fluctuate from week to week. It’s not the best practice to (over)react to one game, but with three games in the books for most teams, it’s time take a look at the tight end position. Whose stock is up? Whose stock is down? Whose stock is holding steady?
Stock Up
Cole Kmet, Notre Dame:
Kmet finally saw the field after missing the first two games with a broken collarbone suffered in fall camp. He was the focal point of the Irish offense against Georgia.
Devy RB Stock Report
Week 4 is over. Several running backs have proven themselves worthy of the hype, while others crushed our hearts with lackluster performances. Find out which running backs have increased their Devy and trade values, as opposed to those who have seen a dip in their stock through the first four weeks of the college football season.
Stock Up:
Ke’Shawn Vaughn, RB, Vanderbilt
The jab, jab, uppercut that Vanderbilt started the season with hasn’t gone very well for the team as a whole. Now 0-3 to start the season, they entered the first three weeks with Georgia, Purdue, and LSU. As difficult as the start to this season has been, there have been a few positive takeaways, and Ke’Shawn Vaughn is one of them.
Freshman Stock Report – Week 4
Week 4 is in the books. It’s time to look at the freshmen in CFB who have seen their stock rise and fall.
Stock Up:
Wandale Robinson, RB, Nebraska
The top-rated all-purpose-back (APB) in the country has had a quiet start to the season. However, he made a huge impact this past Saturday in a comeback win vs. Illinois. Robinson showed off his full array of skills hauling in 8 passes for 70 yards and a TD while also adding 89 yards and a TD on the ground!
Devy Watch List: Week 4
Week 4 is here. Here is your watch list for the weekend.
Devy TE Stock Report
Devy values are very fluid. They can balloon and fluctuate from week to week. It’s not the best practice to (over)react to one game, but with three games in the books for most teams, it’s time take a look at the tight end position. Whose stock is up? Whose stock is down? Whose stock is holding steady?
Devy Watch Mailbag #2
It’s Friday and that means it’s time for another mailbag. Thanks again for your questions. We’ve done our best to answer them below.
Devy WR Stock Report
Devy values are very fluid. They can balloon and fluctuate from week to week. It’s not the best practice to (over)react to one game, but with three games in the books for most teams, it’s time take a look at the wide receiver position. Whose stock is up? Whose stock is down?
Devy RB Stock Report
Devy values are very fluid. They can balloon and fluctuate from week to week. It’s not the best practice to (over)react to one game, but with three games in the books for most teams, it’s time take a look at the running back position. Whose stock is up? Whose stock is down? Whose stock is holding steady?
Devy QB Stock Report
One-quarter of the way through the college football regular season we’ve decided to offer a quick review of the Devy stock of each positional skill group. Today we’ll take a look at how the QBs are faring.
Freshman Stock Report
We are approaching a full month into the CFB season and we have already seen a ton of movement when it comes to Devy rankings. But what freshman should you have your eyes on and which ones are seeing their stock decline? Here I will take a look at some risers from this freshman class so far this season.
Devy Watch List: Week 3
Week 3 is here. Another week without Thursday night games so the action starts tonight at 6 PM Eastern. Here is your watch list for the weekend.
Devy Watch Mailbag #1
We asked what weekly content you guys wanted to see here at Devy Watch. One of the answers was a weekly mailbag. We asked you guys on Twitter for questions for our mailbag this week, and you came through.
Climbing the Ranks: Devy Prospects You Need to Know from Week 2
With Week 2 now in the books, it’s time to identify those prospects that are either moving up the ranks or need to be added based on their performances thus far!! The urge to get ahead of the game every season and begin identifying the next group of devy prospects early is happening right now.
There are some players that are not household names right now, but from their performances through two weeks, you should know their names now. You never know when the next no-name prospect will rise, but you definitely want to be ahead of the game when they do.
Quickly Emerging Devy Prospects
It’s still very early in the college football season but some new names have already started to emerge. Going to walk you through a few names that have kept my eye through two weeks of the season.
Devy Watch List: Week 2
Week 2 provides us with some good Devy viewing material. I’ve put together a list of Devy prospects to keep an eye on this weekend.
The Devy rankings provided are from the 2019 Devy Watch: Volume 2 and the ADP has been compiled by the Devy Watch team over the off-season.
Scouting Report: Justin Fields, QB, Ohio State
Five-star QB Justin Fields signed with the hometown Georgia Bulldogs out of high school. After one season and the realization that Jake Fromm will not lose the starting job as long as he has eligibility, Fields transferred to Ohio State. Similar to how Fromm ran off Eason and Fields, Fields’ transfer sent Matthew Baldwin to TCU and turned Tathan Martell into a slot receiver at Miami.
Climbing the Ranks: Devy Prospects You Need to Know
College football is back!! There were some head-scratching performances that left us with more questions than answers. Then there were some excellent performances that left us intrigued. Just like every season, the need to get ahead of the game and begin identifying the next group of devy prospects early on begins now. There are some names that are not household names right now, but from their initial performances in week one, you should know their names now. You never know when the next no-name prospect will rise, but you definitely want to be ahead of the game when they do.
Devy: The Good and the Bad
Opening weekend was a mixed bag for some of the top Devy prospects. We have guys like Justin Fields and Rashad Bateman who lived up to the hype while Matt Corral and AJ Dillon struggled opening week. It’s just one game so let’s not overreact one way or the another, just yet.
Devy Watch List: Week 1
Opening weekend is upon us! Week 1 provides us with some good Devy viewing material. I’ve put together a list of Devy prospects to keep an eye on this weekend.
The Devy rankings provided are from the 2019 Devy Watch: Volume 2 and the ADP has been compiled by the Devy Watch team over the off-season.
Devy: Now or Never
We’ve all had Devy’s on our radars over the last few years that just haven’t panned out in college. We continue to keep our fingers crossed, hoping these players can prove it on the field. I’m bringing you a list of guys who have had high expectations at one point in their careers, but now they have one final chance to make an impression on NFL teams. Jacob Eason, BJ Emmons, Chase Claypool… and more. It’s Now or Never!
Scouting Report: Max Duggan, QB, TCU
Entering the 2019 season, Kansas State graduate transfer QB Alex Delton will be the starter going into week one with freshman QB Max Duggan also playing the first quarter as well. It seems as though HC Gary Patterson is having a difficult time choosing between the two QBs.
Duggan has been impressive all offseason and starting a freshman QB could be risky for a TCU team that now has a defense to compete at a high level. What makes Duggan stand out so much that Patterson wants Duggan to play alongside Delton in Week 1. It’s time to take an in-depth look at Duggan’s game to find out.
Devy Thrift Shopping: Wide Receiver Edition
The college football season is upon us and devy drafts are wrapping up. As your targeted prospects are getting sniped, don’t fret, the opportunity to get these players at a discount could be only a season away. Whether it’s depth, injury, or a player is just learning to adapt to next level football, a player’s ADP can take a dramatic hit in one season. Sometimes missing out on your devy targets in the draft can be a blessing in disguise. Instead of holding them on your roster while they possibly devalue, you can instead acquire them at a discount in the future. In the words of Macklemore, get pumped up because it’s time to buy them at thrift shop prices.
Scouting Report: Jordan Love, QB, Utah State
When talking about the top QBs eligible for the 2020 NFL Draft, you generally hear the same names – Tua Tagovailoa, Justin Herbert, even Jake Fromm – being tossed around. But there is one name that is just as talented but getting far less hype: Jordan Love.
Devy Hot Takes
The college football season is right around the corner and devy drafts are getting wrapped up. Experts from all corners are firing off their predictions left and right. So it’s time for me to throw out my own predictions on players that may be sliding under the radar.
Breakout Redshirt Freshmen
Which redshirt freshmen are capable of a breakout season in 2019? Matt Corral, Zamir White, Kassidy Woods, Tommy Tremble, and others are on Greg Brandt’s list.
Most Owned Devy Shares
I recently took a look at my all of my Devy rosters for a segment on the Devy Watch Podcast where I covered my top two most owned players. I wanted to expand upon that and give my thoughts about the rest of the players that I own a lot of stake in.
How Risky is it to Draft True Freshmen QBs?
When it comes to drafting in fantasy football, the hottest debate always seems to be: when do you pull the trigger on a QB? This question lingers even in Devy leagues and ESPECIALLY in superflex leagues. The overwhelming sentiment seems to be that you take QB early when it comes to SF and in Devy leagues, this can be a mighty dangerous strategy.
Under The Radar Incoming Freshman
These 11 incoming freshmen have been flying under the radar. Greg Brandt thinks it’s time that ends.
Big Ten West Preview
Every team faces vacated production with the ever-evolving college football landscape. This Big Ten West preview will walk you through players to keep an eye on at the offensive skill positions for the upcoming season. These will be names to know for Devy and College Fantasy Football purposes.
