Early 2025 Dynasty Rookie Draft Rankings (Single QB) (2 Viewers)

[Wigglytuff's Gruff]

It appears they may be targeting FA Nick Chubb, but would he push Swift out or just complement him?

I'd be a lot happier as a Swift owner if Chubb was their choice over Dobbins.

 

[socrates]

Agree on Burden vs Golden. How I viewed the prospects coming in, compared to the actual draft capital and immediate opportunity. I'm still holding Burden ahead for now, but that's going to be a very spicy take to execute on the clock.

This was a terribly difficult decision between these two. Burden has been ahead of Golden in my rankings right along (although I had them in the same tier). I tend to be slow to adjust my rankings when I feel they were based on a solid foundation. However, Golden gets the Rd. 1 Draft capital and the clearer path to a significant role, so I feel compelled to rank him ahead of Burden. Even so, I might still select Burden if I am on the clock with this decision. I keep reminding myself that this is a Ben Johnson-led offense, with Caleb Williams at QB. Luther Burden was arguably the best after-the-catch receiver in this class, something Ben Johnson prioritizes and schemes for. But for it being a crowded receiver room, this is a perfect fit. Burden is an Alpha, and I will gamble on him rising to the top, but his path is not going to be easy.

However . . . this may also be an ideal fit for Golden in Green Bay, he gets a more established QB in Jordan Love, and he does not have to contend with other WR1 talents the level of DJ Moore and Rome Odunze. It is a GOLDEN opportunity. Golden did not have the college production I prefer to see, but I really like his skillset. This is arguably the trifecta: Talent + Scheme + Opportunity/Clear Path. I have seen a lot of negativity about Golden in Green Bay, and I believe it is mostly due to a lack of confidence in Green Bay's ability to develop and commit to any receiver as an Alpha. Perhaps they just have not had that Alpha in the room, which is why they finally invested a Rd. 1 pick in a receiver.

 

[socrates]

It appears they may be targeting FA Nick Chubb, but would he push Swift out or just complement him?

I'd be a lot happier as a Swift owner if Chubb was their choice over Dobbins.

Exactly what I was thinking. Swifties will be breathing a sigh of relief if this is who they bring in.

 

[massraider]

First instinct is Ayomanor is my 3rd round target.

 

[massraider]

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[socrates]

First instinct is Ayomanor is my 3rd round target.

I like that call. I believe Ayomanor fits in well with what the Titans appear to be building, and Cam Ward is an enticing pairing. That said, he fell to the tail end of Round 4, the Titans prioritized drafting Chimere Dike 33 picks earlier and they added Tyler Lockett this offseason. These factors are what may make Ayomanor available in Round 3 of rookie drafts, but also what puts a bit of a cloud over his potential role for Tennessee. Honestly though, neither Lockett nor Dike really scare me away. If Ayomanor can harness that bully who punked Hunter, he will be a steal where he is being drafted.

 

[eighsse2]

I'm a little bit higher on the Giddens landing spot, even behind JT. Really, one the guys from this group that catches my eye the most as I scroll through. Maybe I'm just too traumatized from years of rostering Herbert to give him the respect he deserves.

You may be right. I am not completely sold on Herbert, so this may not be such a bad destination for Giddens. Still, even if he leapfrogs Herbert, Giddens is mostly just a handcuff to JT.

Chicago.... this was really one of the disappointing teams that I was hoping would step up earlier. I was really getting psyched for Henderson landing in Burden's spot. I'm not sure if they were sniped by NE. Probably not if they waited until round 7. It feels like Etienne or Cook could be in play if things go sideways, but maybe they just like Swift and/or Roschon a lot more than I think they should.

I really thought Chicago would make a play for a speedy back. Once they missed out on Henderson, I wondered if they might target either Tuten or Sampson. This may be a win for Swift.

There should be some other plan in place besides relying on Swift. Swift was bounced from Detroit while Ben Johnson was there and he was bounced from Philly after one year there.
I would suggest that the Bears sign one of the remaining FAs, Dobbins might work better. Don’t see how they can stick with Swift for the whole season.

I absolutely agree with you. I was certain they were going to draft a RB to challenge Swift. It appears they may be targeting FA Nick Chubb, but would he push Swift out or just complement him?

Never understood so many people's displeasure with Swift over the years. First it was "he's always injured 3 games a year", then "he doesn't play through injury" and "he's playing but he's questionable every game" (the previous two statements seem to conflict anyway), now it's "he doesn't run with the right style". Dude is a career 4.4yd/att, 5.9yd/target guy. His rushing success% is better than Saquon. (Succ% is an arbitrary stat, but it seems really hard to say he's a below-average starting RB based on pretty much any numbers you want to pull up.)

 

[sushinsky4tsar]

I'm a little bit higher on the Giddens landing spot, even behind JT. Really, one the guys from this group that catches my eye the most as I scroll through. Maybe I'm just too traumatized from years of rostering Herbert to give him the respect he deserves.

You may be right. I am not completely sold on Herbert, so this may not be such a bad destination for Giddens. Still, even if he leapfrogs Herbert, Giddens is mostly just a handcuff to JT.

I think the first "staging area" for all of these backs that we're trying to get to is the #2 spot on their depth chart. Most will have company and are probably in a split (at best) or committee in the event of the starter going down. However, if we're thinking of any of them as the guy that would hold the most value if the #1 goes down, we're on the right track. Those are the guys gaining value.

Ultimately, they only really matter if they have the profile to run away with the job if the starter goes down or to make some serious noise in a backup role. Taylor would obviously be a huge hurdle that Giddens couldn't hope to clear and could only wait out. However, given the age and previous contract spat, it might be a situation where the Colts are willing to move on a year too early than keeping him a year too long out of loyalty. The contract only has him locked in for 2025, with $13M cap savings in 2026. If there was an injury and Giddens killed it, stranger things have happened. With that said, all of these guys are long shots for a reason.

Easier path to the #2 spot... maybe Ollie Gordon in Miami, depending on how they feel about Wright? He would seem to fit as a big back complement to Achane.

Maybe Tahj Brooks in Cincy depending on where we're at with Moss. Maybe Woody Marks in Houston as much as they seem to hate Dameon Pierce as a RB. In these cases, I don't like the profile as much as a Giddens or Gordon to run away with the top job some day. But there is one analyst that really likes Brooks and another that was trumpeting Marks going into '24. For the latter, top half of round 4 capital might indicate some perceived upside from the team beyond a career backup.

 

[socrates]

I'm a little bit higher on the Giddens landing spot, even behind JT. Really, one the guys from this group that catches my eye the most as I scroll through. Maybe I'm just too traumatized from years of rostering Herbert to give him the respect he deserves.

You may be right. I am not completely sold on Herbert, so this may not be such a bad destination for Giddens. Still, even if he leapfrogs Herbert, Giddens is mostly just a handcuff to JT.

I think the first "staging area" for all of these backs that we're trying to get to is the #2 spot on their depth chart. Most will have company and are probably in a split (at best) or committee in the event of the starter going down. However, if we're thinking of any of them as the guy that would hold the most value if the #1 goes down, we're on the right track. Those are the guys gaining value.

Ultimately, they only really matter if they have the profile to run away with the job if the starter goes down or to make some serious noise in a backup role. Taylor would obviously be a huge hurdle that Giddens couldn't hope to clear and could only wait out. However, given the age and previous contract spat, it might be a situation where the Colts are willing to move on a year too early than keeping him a year too long out of loyalty. The contract only has him locked in for 2025, with $13M cap savings in 2026. If there was an injury and Giddens killed it, stranger things have happened. With that said, all of these guys are long shots for a reason.

Easier path to the #2 spot... maybe Ollie Gordon in Miami, depending on how they feel about Wright? He would seem to fit as a big back complement to Achane.

Maybe Tahj Brooks in Cincy depending on where we're at with Moss. Maybe Woody Marks in Houston as much as they seem to hate Dameon Pierce as a RB. In these cases, I don't like the profile as much as a Giddens or Gordon to run away with the top job some day. But there is one analyst that really likes Brooks and another that was trumpeting Marks going into '24. For the latter, top half of round 4 capital might indicate some perceived upside from the team beyond a career backup.

Thank you. Great points.

 

[Max Power]

I'm a little bit higher on the Giddens landing spot, even behind JT. Really, one the guys from this group that catches my eye the most as I scroll through. Maybe I'm just too traumatized from years of rostering Herbert to give him the respect he deserves.

You may be right. I am not completely sold on Herbert, so this may not be such a bad destination for Giddens. Still, even if he leapfrogs Herbert, Giddens is mostly just a handcuff to JT.

Chicago.... this was really one of the disappointing teams that I was hoping would step up earlier. I was really getting psyched for Henderson landing in Burden's spot. I'm not sure if they were sniped by NE. Probably not if they waited until round 7. It feels like Etienne or Cook could be in play if things go sideways, but maybe they just like Swift and/or Roschon a lot more than I think they should.

I really thought Chicago would make a play for a speedy back. Once they missed out on Henderson, I wondered if they might target either Tuten or Sampson. This may be a win for Swift.

There should be some other plan in place besides relying on Swift. Swift was bounced from Detroit while Ben Johnson was there and he was bounced from Philly after one year there.
I would suggest that the Bears sign one of the remaining FAs, Dobbins might work better. Don’t see how they can stick with Swift for the whole season.

I absolutely agree with you. I was certain they were going to draft a RB to challenge Swift. It appears they may be targeting FA Nick Chubb, but would he push Swift out or just complement him?

Never understood so many people's displeasure with Swift over the years. First it was "he's always injured 3 games a year", then "he doesn't play through injury" and "he's playing but he's questionable every game" (the previous two statements seem to conflict anyway), now it's "he doesn't run with the right style". Dude is a career 4.4yd/att, 5.9yd/target guy. His rushing success% is better than Saquon. (Succ% is an arbitrary stat, but it seems really hard to say he's a below-average starting RB based on pretty much any numbers you want to pull up.)

I didn't watch a lot of early years Swift, but watching every Bears game last year he was an average RB at best. He is frustrating because you can see the yards he was leaving on the field. It's clear his vision isn't great, and he tends to look for the homerun vs getting the easy yards. Top 4 in the league in tackles for loss (second in yards lost), Tied for 79th in yards after contact and one of the worst broken tackle rates in the league with 36 rush attempts per broken tackle.

 

[eighsse2]

I'm a little bit higher on the Giddens landing spot, even behind JT. Really, one the guys from this group that catches my eye the most as I scroll through. Maybe I'm just too traumatized from years of rostering Herbert to give him the respect he deserves.

You may be right. I am not completely sold on Herbert, so this may not be such a bad destination for Giddens. Still, even if he leapfrogs Herbert, Giddens is mostly just a handcuff to JT.

Chicago.... this was really one of the disappointing teams that I was hoping would step up earlier. I was really getting psyched for Henderson landing in Burden's spot. I'm not sure if they were sniped by NE. Probably not if they waited until round 7. It feels like Etienne or Cook could be in play if things go sideways, but maybe they just like Swift and/or Roschon a lot more than I think they should.

I really thought Chicago would make a play for a speedy back. Once they missed out on Henderson, I wondered if they might target either Tuten or Sampson. This may be a win for Swift.

There should be some other plan in place besides relying on Swift. Swift was bounced from Detroit while Ben Johnson was there and he was bounced from Philly after one year there.
I would suggest that the Bears sign one of the remaining FAs, Dobbins might work better. Don’t see how they can stick with Swift for the whole season.

I absolutely agree with you. I was certain they were going to draft a RB to challenge Swift. It appears they may be targeting FA Nick Chubb, but would he push Swift out or just complement him?

Never understood so many people's displeasure with Swift over the years. First it was "he's always injured 3 games a year", then "he doesn't play through injury" and "he's playing but he's questionable every game" (the previous two statements seem to conflict anyway), now it's "he doesn't run with the right style". Dude is a career 4.4yd/att, 5.9yd/target guy. His rushing success% is better than Saquon. (Succ% is an arbitrary stat, but it seems really hard to say he's a below-average starting RB based on pretty much any numbers you want to pull up.)

I didn't watch a lot of early years Swift, but watching every Bears game last year he was an average RB at best. He is frustrating because you can see the yards he was leaving on the field. It's clear his vision isn't great, and he tends to look for the homerun vs getting the easy yards. Top 4 in the league in tackles for loss (second in yards lost), Tied for 79th in yards after contact and one of the worst broken tackle rates in the league with 36 rush attempts per broken tackle.

Yeah, his yards per carry were down last year. Good points on the yards after contact and broken tackle rates.

 

[socrates]

Updated PPR Dynasty Rookie Rankings Single QB, No TE Premium

1.01 | RB1 | Ashton Jeanty | LV Raiders | 5-8 ½ | 211 | – | Rd 1, Pk 6
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1.02 | RB2 | Omarion Hampton | LA Chargers | 5-11 ¾ | 221 | 4.48 | Rd 1, Pk 22
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1.03 | RB3 | TreVeyon Henderson | NE Patriots | 5-10 ⅛ | 202 | 4.43 | Rd 2, Pk 6
1.04 | WR1 | Travis Hunter | JAC Jaguars | 6-0 ⅜ | 188 | – | Rd 1, Pk 2
1.05 | WR2 | Tetairoa McMillan | CAR Panthers | 6-4 ⅛ | 219 | – | Rd 1, Pk 8
1.06 | RB4 | Quinshon Judkins | CLE Browns | 5-11 ⅝ | 221 | 4.48 | Rd 2, Pk 4
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1.07 | RB5 | R.J. Harvey, Jr. | DEN Broncos | 5-8 | 205 | 4.40 | Rd 2, Pk 28
1.08 | RB6 | Kaleb Johnson | PIT Steelers | 6-1 | 224 | 4.57 | Rd 3, Pk 19
1.09 | WR3 | Luther Burden III | CHI Bears | 6-0 | 206 | 4.41 | Rd 2, Pk 7
1.10 | WR4 | Emeka Egbuka | TB Bucs | 6-0 ⅞ | 202 | 4.48 (Pro Day) | Rd 1, Pk 19
1.11 | TE1 | Colston Loveland | CHI Bears | 6-5 ¾ | 248 | – | Rd 1, Pk 10
1.12 | TE2 | Tyler Warren | IND Colts | 6-5 ½ | 256 | – | Rd 1, Pk 14
2.01 | WR5 | Matthew Golden | GB Packers | 5-11 | 191 | 4.29 | Rd 1, Pk 23
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2.02 | WR6 | Jayden Higgins | HOU Texans | 6-4 ⅛ | 214 | 4.47 | Rd 2, Pk 2
2.03 | WR7 | Tre Harris | LA Chargers | 6-2 ⅜ | 205 | 4.54 | Rd 2, Pk 23
2.04 | WR8 | Kyle Williams | NE Patriots | 5-10 ⅝ | 190 | 4.40 | Rd 3, Pk 5
2.05 | RB7 | Cameron Skattebo | NY Giants | 5-9 ½ | 219 | 4.57 (Pro Day) | Rd 4, Pk 3
2.06 | WR9 | Jack Bech | LV Raiders | 6-1 ¼ | 214 | – | Rd 2, Pk 26
2.07 | TE3 | Mason Taylor | NY Jets | 6-5 ⅛ | 251 | 4.65 (Pro Day) | Rd 2, Pk 10
~~~~~~ Tier Break ~~~~~~
2.08 | QB1 | Cam Ward | TEN Titans | 6-2 | 223 | – | Rd 1, Pk 1
2.09 | WR10 | Jaylin Noel | HOU Texans | 5-10 ¼ | 194 | 4.39 | Rd 3, Pk 15
2.10 | TE4 | Terrance Ferguson | LA Rams | 6-5 ⅜ | 247 | 4.63 | Rd 2, Pk 14
2.11 | RB8 | Bhayshul Tuten | JAC Jaguars | 5-9 ¼ | 200 | 4.32 | Rd 4, Pk 2
2.12 | TE5 | Elijah Arroyo | SEA Seahawks | 6-5 ⅛ | 250 | 4.62 (Pro Day) | Rd 2, Pk 18
~~~~~~ Tier Break ~~~~~~
3.01 | WR11 | Jalen Royals | KC Chiefs | 6-0 | 205 | 4.42 | Rd 4, Pk 31
3.02 | RB9 | Trevor Etienne | CAR Panthers | 5-8 ¾ | 198 | 4.42 | Rd 4, Pk 12
3.03 | RB10 | Dylan Sampson | CLE Browns | 5-8 ⅛ | 200 | 4.42 (Pro Day) | Rd 4, Pk 24
3.04 | TE6 | Harold Fannin, Jr. | CLE Browns | 6-3 ¼ | 241 | 4.72 | Rd 3, Pk 3
3.05 | WR12 | Elic Ayomanor | TEN Titans | 6-1 ¾ | 206 | 4.44 | Rd 4, Pk 34
3.06 | WR13 | Tory Horton | SEA Seahawks | 6-2 ½ | 196 | 4.41 | Rd 5, Pk 30
3.07 | RB11 | Jarquez Hunter | LA Rams | 5-9 ⅜ | 204 | 4.44 | Rd 4, Pk 15
3.08 | WR14 | Tai Felton | MIN Vikings | 6-1 ⅛ | 183 | 4.37 | Rd 3, Pk 38
3.09 | WR15 | Pat Bryant | DEN Broncos | 6-2 | 204 | 4.61 | Rd 3, Pk 10
3.10 | RB12 | Devin Neal | NO Saints | 5-11 ⅛ | 213 | 4.58 | Rd 6, Pk 8
3.11 | QB2 | Jalen Milroe | SEA Seahawks | 6-1 ⅞ | 217 | 4.37 (Pro Day) | Rd 3, Pk 28
3.12 | WR16 | Isaac TeSlaa | DET Lions | 6-3 ⅝ | 214 | 4.43 | Rd 3, Pk 6
4.01 | QB3 | Jaxson Dart | NY Giants | 6-2 ¼ | 223 | – | Rd 1, Pk 25
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4.02 | RB13 | Jaydon Blue | DAL Cowboys | 5-9 | 196 | 4.38 | Rd 5, Pk 12
4.03 | RB14 | DJ Giddens | IND Colts | 6-0 ¼ | 212 | 4.43 | Rd 5, Pk 14
4.04 | RB15 | Jordan James | SF 49ers | 5-9 ½ | 205 | 4.55 | Rd 5, Pk 9
4.05 | WR17 | Savion Williams | GB Packers | 6-3 ⅞ | 222 | 4.48 | Rd 3, Pk 23
4.06 | TE7 | Oronde Gadsden II | LA Chargers | 6-4 ⅝ | 243 | – | Rd 5, Pk 29
4.07 | WR18 | Chimere Dike | TEN Titans | 6-1 | 196 | 4.34 | Rd 4, Pk 1
4.08 | RB16 | Brashard Smith | KC Chiefs | 5-9 ⅞ | 194 | 4.39 | Rd 7, Pk 12
4.09 | RB17 | Damien Martinez | SEA Seahawks | 5-11 ⅝ | 217 | 4.51 | Rd 7, Pk 7
4.10 | RB18 | Woody Marks | HOU Texans | 5-10 | 207 | 4.54 | Rd 4, Pk 14
4.11 | RB19 | Tahj Brooks | CIN Bengals | 5-9 ¼ | 214 | 4.52 | Rd 6, Pk 17
4.12 | RB20 | Ollie Gordon II | MIA Dolphins | 6-1 ⅜ | 226 | 4.61 | Rd 6, Pk 3
5.01 | WR19 | Dont'e Thornton | LV Raiders | 6-5 | 205 | 4.30 | Rd 4, Pk 6
5.02 | TE8 | Gunner Helm | TEN Titans | 6-5 | 241 | 4.84 | Rd 4, Pk 18
5.03 | QB4 | Tyler Shough | NO Saints | 6-5 | 219 | 4.63 | Rd 2, Pk 8
5.04 | RB21 | Jacory Croskey-Merrit | WAS Commanders | 5-10 | 206 | 4.45 (Pro Day) | Rd 7, Pk 29
5.05 | WR20 | Jaylin Lane | WAS Commanders | 5-10 | 191 | 4.34 | Rd 4, Pk 26
5.06 | RB22 | Kalel Mullings | TEN Titans | 6-1 ½ | 226 | – | Rd 6, Pk 12
5.07 | RB23 | LeQuint Allen | JAC Jaguars | 6-0 | 204 | 4.59 (Pro Day) | Rd 7, Pk 20
5.08 | WR21 | Isaiah Bond | – | 5-11 | 180 | 4.39 | UDFA
5.09 | QB5 | Shedeur Sanders | CLE Browns | 6-1 ½ | 212 | – | Rd 5, Pk 6
5.10 | RB24 | Lan Larison | NE Patriots | 6-0 | 215 | 4.46 (Pro Day) | UDFA
5.11 | WR22 | Nick Nash | ATL Falcons | 6-2 | 203 | 4.57 | UDFA
5.12 | WR23 | Efton Chism | NE Patriots | 5-10 | 198 | 4.71 (Pro Day) | UDFA

 

[socrates]

Some changes in my rankings since April:

I ended up moving Luther Burden back up to my WR3. I was initially disappointed with how things played out on Draft Day for him, but he finds himself in an emerging offense. He faces a lot of competition, but in terms of Dynasty, I believe Chicago is a plus for Burden. Burden has elite RAC ability, and that should fit well in Ben Johnson's offense.

I also moved Emeka Egbuka ahead of Colston Loveland. Like Burden, Egbuka faces a a lot of competition for touches in the short-term. However, you don't have to look too far down the road to see a golden opportunity for Egbuka.

TreVeyon Henderson is still my 1.03, but I did move him down into the tier with Hunter, McMillan and Judkins.

Cam Skattebo remains my RB7, but he moved up a couple of spots to 2.05 for me. The Draft Capital was disappointing, but he has a great opportunity with the Giants. Still, he was a Day 3 pick. Hard to get too excited about him as a long-term starter.

Same for Bhayshul Tuten. I ticked him up one spot, but I don't have much faith that he is a long-term fantasy starter, and his short-term opportunity is not as good as Skattebo's.

Jarquez Hunter moved up several spots in my rankings. He should push Corum for the RB2 role.

Jalen Royals also bumps up a couple of spots. I wanted to move him up even higher, but with young wideouts Rice and Worthy already rostered ahead of him, Royals' role may be limited.

 

[joey]

Some changes in my rankings since April:

I ended up moving Luther Burden back up to my WR3. I was initially disappointed with how things played out on Draft Day for him, but he finds himself in an emerging offense. He faces a lot of competition, but in terms of Dynasty, I believe Chicago is a plus for Burden. Burden has elite RAC ability, and that should fit well in Ben Johnson's offense.

I also moved Emeka Egbuka ahead of Colston Loveland. Like Burden, Egbuka faces a a lot of competition for touches in the short-term. However, you don't have to look too far down the road to see a golden opportunity for Egbuka.

TreVeyon Henderson is still my 1.03, but I did move him down into the tier with Hunter, McMillan and Judkins.

Cam Skattebo remains my RB7, but he moved up a couple of spots to 2.05 for me. The Draft Capital was disappointing, but he has a great opportunity with the Giants. Still, he was a Day 3 pick. Hard to get too excited about him as a long-term starter.

Same for Bhayshul Tuten. I ticked him up one spot, but I don't have much faith that he is a long-term fantasy starter, and his short-term opportunity is not as good as Skattebo's.

Jarquez Hunter moved up several spots in my rankings. He should push Corum for the RB2 role.

Jalen Royals also bumps up a couple of spots. I wanted to move him up even higher, but with young wideouts Rice and Worthy already rostered ahead of him, Royals' role may be limited.

Great stuff!

The one player in your rankings that stands out as way below ADP is Blue RB DAL. Care to expand on your thoughts on him? (Sorry if you’ve done this already up thread. I’ve read every post in this thread but certainly haven’t memorized which players you’ve expanded on or not. )

 

[Gatorade]

Great job on this update. Just a few thoughts.
I don't disagree with their value, but I don't think Ward and Dart will be drafted that late.
Not sure what to think of the value of Blue. This was probably his value pre-draft, but I think now he is being drafted more in the late second than early fourth.

 

[socrates]

Some changes in my rankings since April:

I ended up moving Luther Burden back up to my WR3. I was initially disappointed with how things played out on Draft Day for him, but he finds himself in an emerging offense. He faces a lot of competition, but in terms of Dynasty, I believe Chicago is a plus for Burden. Burden has elite RAC ability, and that should fit well in Ben Johnson's offense.

I also moved Emeka Egbuka ahead of Colston Loveland. Like Burden, Egbuka faces a a lot of competition for touches in the short-term. However, you don't have to look too far down the road to see a golden opportunity for Egbuka.

TreVeyon Henderson is still my 1.03, but I did move him down into the tier with Hunter, McMillan and Judkins.

Cam Skattebo remains my RB7, but he moved up a couple of spots to 2.05 for me. The Draft Capital was disappointing, but he has a great opportunity with the Giants. Still, he was a Day 3 pick. Hard to get too excited about him as a long-term starter.

Same for Bhayshul Tuten. I ticked him up one spot, but I don't have much faith that he is a long-term fantasy starter, and his short-term opportunity is not as good as Skattebo's.

Jarquez Hunter moved up several spots in my rankings. He should push Corum for the RB2 role.

Jalen Royals also bumps up a couple of spots. I wanted to move him up even higher, but with young wideouts Rice and Worthy already rostered ahead of him, Royals' role may be limited.

Great stuff!

The one player in your rankings that stands out as way below ADP is Blue RB DAL. Care to expand on your thoughts on him? (Sorry if you’ve done this already up thread. I’ve read every post in this thread but certainly haven’t memorized which players you’ve expanded on or not. )

I think there is an opportunity for Blue in Dallas, but that window may be limited to this season. I don't see him as the long-term answer for the Cowboys. I keep expecting Dallas to pull the trigger on a RB early in the Draft, but they keep missing out. That may change in 2026. Their future starter is probably not currently on their roster.

 

[socrates]

Great job on this update. Just a few thoughts.
I don't disagree with their value, but I don't think Ward and Dart will be drafted that late.
Not sure what to think of the value of Blue. This was probably his value pre-draft, but I think now he is being drafted more in the late second than early fourth.

You may be right on Ward and Dart. They are the top QBs in a weak QB class. I might be more interested in Milroe where he is being drafted. He is the one QB in this class with an enormously high ceiling, albeit a very low floor. If you can nab him late Round 3, however, he is worth the risk, imo.

 

[socrates]

Not sure what to think of the value of Blue. This was probably his value pre-draft, but I think now he is being drafted more in the late second than early fourth.

Blue is being over-valued for Dynasty, imo. He is a 5th Rd. pick who never put up elite numbers in college and has ball security issues. I think he could find a role, but even if he emerges as the lead back for the Cowboys, his window is limited.

Edit to add: I don't want to sound too down on Blue, because I do think he is a talented runner. I just don't see a significant role for him long term. As a role player, I would spend a late 3, early 4 for him, but at his current ADP, I will not be investing.

 

[socrates]

There are a few players I will put a premium on for Dynasty draft day. Once i get past the obvious early-tier players, I usually emphasize high-ceiling prospects.

These are the players that if you tilt your head sideways and hold your tongue just right, you can envision being eventual weekly fantasy starters.

Kyle Williams arguably has a higher ceiling than either Higgins or Harris. I don’t know that he qualifies as much of a value where he is being drafted, but I will mention him here because I think Williams could be the NE WR1. Neither Higgins nor Harris project as high, imo. Harris is a complementary receiver, but I don’t see WR1 potential from him. McConkey will be the WR1 for the Bolts. Higgins has a bit more potential, imo, but I actually prefer Jaylin Noel in Houston at their respective ADPs.

If you are looking for a value pick at RB, I think either Neal or Giddens fits the bill. I see every-down traits in both of these runners out of the state of Kansas.

The only QB I am looking to draft at ADP in a single QB league is Milroe. He has elite upside.

Another WR I see as a potential value pick is Tory Horton. If not for an injury derailing his 2024 season, he may have been a Day 2 pick. He has WR1 upside.

Who do you have as a potential value pick?

 

[DonFue]

There are a few players I will put a premium on for Dynasty draft day. Once i get past the obvious early-tier players, I usually emphasize high-ceiling prospects.

These are the players that if you tilt your head sideways and hold your tongue just right, you can envision being eventual weekly fantasy starters.

Kyle Williams arguably has a higher ceiling than either Higgins or Harris. I don’t know that he qualifies as much of a value where he is being drafted, but I will mention him here because I think Williams could be the NE WR1. Neither Higgins nor Harris project as high, imo. Harris is a complementary receiver, but I don’t see WR1 potential from him. McConkey will be the WR1 for the Bolts. Higgins has a bit more potential, imo, but I actually prefer Jaylin Noel in Houston at their respective ADPs.

If you are looking for a value pick at RB, I think either Neal or Giddens fits the bill. I see every-down traits in both of these runners out of the state of Kansas.

The only QB I am looking to draft at ADP in a single QB league is Milroe. He has elite upside.

Another WR I see as a potential value pick is Tory Horton. If not for an injury derailing his 2024 season, he may have been a Day 2 pick. He has WR1 upside.

Who do you have as a potential value pick?

Kalel Mullings has some studly traits, low mileage and great character.

Strong through the line. Great ball security. Still learning how to be a RB.

 

[IHEARTFF]

Some of the rb I thought could be day 3 value didn’t get drafted until round 6 (Martinez) or 7 (Gordon), so the nfl doesn’t think as highly of them as I did. Even beyond those 2, a bunch of the round 5-7 guys have potential. It’s hard to say who will emerge and how as none have immediate paths to relevance.

 

[Boston]

There are a few players I will put a premium on for Dynasty draft day. Once i get past the obvious early-tier players, I usually emphasize high-ceiling prospects.

These are the players that if you tilt your head sideways and hold your tongue just right, you can envision being eventual weekly fantasy starters.

Kyle Williams arguably has a higher ceiling than either Higgins or Harris. I don’t know that he qualifies as much of a value where he is being drafted, but I will mention him here because I think Williams could be the NE WR1. Neither Higgins nor Harris project as high, imo. Harris is a complementary receiver, but I don’t see WR1 potential from him. McConkey will be the WR1 for the Bolts. Higgins has a bit more potential, imo, but I actually prefer Jaylin Noel in Houston at their respective ADPs.

If you are looking for a value pick at RB, I think either Neal or Giddens fits the bill. I see every-down traits in both of these runners out of the state of Kansas.

The only QB I am looking to draft at ADP in a single QB league is Milroe. He has elite upside.

Another WR I see as a potential value pick is Tory Horton. If not for an injury derailing his 2024 season, he may have been a Day 2 pick. He has WR1 upside.

Who do you have as a potential value pick?

I think Terance Ferguson has a chance to be very relevant...Texans traded a future #3 for Woody Marks so gotta believe they envision a role for him...Payton used a #3 on Pat Bryant so that carries a good amount of weight with me.

 

[socrates]

There are a few players I will put a premium on for Dynasty draft day. Once i get past the obvious early-tier players, I usually emphasize high-ceiling prospects.

These are the players that if you tilt your head sideways and hold your tongue just right, you can envision being eventual weekly fantasy starters.

Kyle Williams arguably has a higher ceiling than either Higgins or Harris. I don’t know that he qualifies as much of a value where he is being drafted, but I will mention him here because I think Williams could be the NE WR1. Neither Higgins nor Harris project as high, imo. Harris is a complementary receiver, but I don’t see WR1 potential from him. McConkey will be the WR1 for the Bolts. Higgins has a bit more potential, imo, but I actually prefer Jaylin Noel in Houston at their respective ADPs.

If you are looking for a value pick at RB, I think either Neal or Giddens fits the bill. I see every-down traits in both of these runners out of the state of Kansas.

The only QB I am looking to draft at ADP in a single QB league is Milroe. He has elite upside.

Another WR I see as a potential value pick is Tory Horton. If not for an injury derailing his 2024 season, he may have been a Day 2 pick. He has WR1 upside.

Who do you have as a potential value pick?

Kalel Mullings has some studly traits, low mileage and great character.

Strong through the line. Great ball security. Still learning how to be a RB.

I like that you have highlighted Mullings. Kalel Mullings is a beast. He may remind some in Tennessee of Hassan Haskins due to his hard-nosed running style, although I think he compares more favorably to Braelon Allen. Both are former LBs turned RB who bring that LB mentality to the position. Mullings doesn't add much as a receiver, but, as you say, he is still learning the position. A LeGarrette Blount type of career is certainly within the realm of possibilities.

 

[socrates]

Some of the rb I thought could be day 3 value didn’t get drafted until round 6 (Martinez) or 7 (Gordon), so the nfl doesn’t think as highly of them as I did. Even beyond those 2, a bunch of the round 5-7 guys have potential. It’s hard to say who will emerge and how as none have immediate paths to relevance.

You are absolutely right! I wonder if the incredible depth of this RB class may have pushed some of these RBs down at least a round in the Draft. To my eyes, Martinez and Gordon (and D. Neal, T. Brooks, B. Smith, J. Croskey-Merrit) are better than Rounds 6-7, and Round 5 had some great talent (James, Blue and Giddens).

 

[-OZ-]

Kalel Mullings has some studly traits, low mileage and great character.

Picked him up from waivers the other day.
Ferguson, crosskey-Merritt, j hunter and restrepo are mid-late picks I’ll take everywhere I can.

 

[socrates]

There are a few players I will put a premium on for Dynasty draft day. Once i get past the obvious early-tier players, I usually emphasize high-ceiling prospects.

These are the players that if you tilt your head sideways and hold your tongue just right, you can envision being eventual weekly fantasy starters.

Kyle Williams arguably has a higher ceiling than either Higgins or Harris. I don’t know that he qualifies as much of a value where he is being drafted, but I will mention him here because I think Williams could be the NE WR1. Neither Higgins nor Harris project as high, imo. Harris is a complementary receiver, but I don’t see WR1 potential from him. McConkey will be the WR1 for the Bolts. Higgins has a bit more potential, imo, but I actually prefer Jaylin Noel in Houston at their respective ADPs.

If you are looking for a value pick at RB, I think either Neal or Giddens fits the bill. I see every-down traits in both of these runners out of the state of Kansas.

The only QB I am looking to draft at ADP in a single QB league is Milroe. He has elite upside.

Another WR I see as a potential value pick is Tory Horton. If not for an injury derailing his 2024 season, he may have been a Day 2 pick. He has WR1 upside.

Who do you have as a potential value pick?

I think Terance Ferguson has a chance to be very relevant...Texans traded a future #3 for Woody Marks so gotta believe they envision a role for him...Payton used a #3 on Pat Bryant so that carries a good amount of weight with me.

Terrance Ferguson may be my favorite TE in this class at his ADP. I moved up in one draft to acquire him (non-TE Premium), even with Tuten still on the board. TE has been a very difficult position to predict, however.

Woody Marks is one of the best receiving backs in this class, so PPR managers need to take notice. He is a dynamic playmaker. While everyone else is zigging for Jaydon Blue, I will zag for Marks, who was selected a full round earlier in the NFL Draft yet is going considerably later in fantasy drafts. Thanks for highlighting him.

Pat Bryant is interesting, and definitely a potential value where he is being drafted. He went much earlier in the NFL Draft than I expected, and he lands in an excellent situation.

 

[socrates]

Kalel Mullings has some studly traits, low mileage and great character.

Picked him up from waivers the other day.
Ferguson, crosskey-Merritt, j hunter and restrepo are mid-late picks I’ll take everywhere I can.

I am so glad you mentioned Jacory Croskey-Merrit and Xavier Restrepo.

Croskey-Merrit will have to battle for a roster spot, but he is the most athletic RB on Washington's roster. If he pushes his way onto the roster, he may be a real steal for the Commanders. He is a perfect late-round swing-for-the-fences fantasy pick.

Although undrafted, Restrepo finds himself paired with his former college QB in Cam Ward. Restrepo tumbled down draft boards after a dismal 40 time, but he will have a leg up with chemistry already in place with his QB.

 

[Boston]

There are a few players I will put a premium on for Dynasty draft day. Once i get past the obvious early-tier players, I usually emphasize high-ceiling prospects.

These are the players that if you tilt your head sideways and hold your tongue just right, you can envision being eventual weekly fantasy starters.

Kyle Williams arguably has a higher ceiling than either Higgins or Harris. I don’t know that he qualifies as much of a value where he is being drafted, but I will mention him here because I think Williams could be the NE WR1. Neither Higgins nor Harris project as high, imo. Harris is a complementary receiver, but I don’t see WR1 potential from him. McConkey will be the WR1 for the Bolts. Higgins has a bit more potential, imo, but I actually prefer Jaylin Noel in Houston at their respective ADPs.

If you are looking for a value pick at RB, I think either Neal or Giddens fits the bill. I see every-down traits in both of these runners out of the state of Kansas.

The only QB I am looking to draft at ADP in a single QB league is Milroe. He has elite upside.

Another WR I see as a potential value pick is Tory Horton. If not for an injury derailing his 2024 season, he may have been a Day 2 pick. He has WR1 upside.

Who do you have as a potential value pick?

I think Terance Ferguson has a chance to be very relevant...Texans traded a future #3 for Woody Marks so gotta believe they envision a role for him...Payton used a #3 on Pat Bryant so that carries a good amount of weight with me.

Terrance Ferguson may be my favorite TE in this class at his ADP. I moved up in one draft to acquire him (non-TE Premium), even with Tuten still on the board. TE has been a very difficult position to predict, however.

Woody Marks is one of the best receiving backs in this class, so PPR managers need to take notice. He is a dynamic playmaker. While everyone else is zigging for Jaydon Blue, I will zag for Marks, who was selected a full round earlier in the NFL Draft yet is going later in fantasy drafts. Thanks for highlighting him.

Pat Bryant is interesting, and definitely a potential value where he is being drafted. He went much earlier in the NFL Draft than I expected, and he lands in an excellent situation.

Agreed…one thing all 3 have in common is the team selecting them made a statement by where and/or how they drafted them.

 

[socrates]

I want to highlight some rookies who might be flying a bit under the radar, starting with some Day 3 NFL Picks.

QB Quinn Ewers (Rd. 7, Pk. 15) could be a Tua concussion away from an opportunity to lead the Dolphins explosive offense. The only thing standing in his way may be Zach Wilson, and Wilson has not proven to be a starting caliber QB.

QB Graham Mertz (Rd. 6, Pk. 21) (HOU Texans) has an NFL arm. If he can stay healthy and improve his mental processing, he could be a real value.

RB Devin Neal (Rd. 6, Pick 8) was a hot commodity early in the draft cycle before poor testing numbers caused him to plummet to Round 6. However, if you would have told me prior to the draft that Neal would wind up in New Orleans, I would have been excited. Capitalize on the discount. Alvin Kamara turns 30 next month, and Kendre Miller has been uninspiring thus far.

RB DJ Giddens (Rd. 5, Pick 14) is stuck behind Jonathan Taylor (who is only 26, although he seems older to me), but it would not be surprising at all if Giddens surpasses Khalil Herbert as the RB2 for the Colts. Based on recent history, Taylor may miss some time at some point this season, so that could be a valuable role.

It seems like every season, a Niner back emerges from nowhere. RB Jordan James (Rd. 5, Pk. 9) may be this season’s Jordan Mason/Elijah Mitchell/Isaac Guerendo. CMC (29) struggled with multiple injuries last season, and there is plenty of reason to remain concerned about him heading into this season, as well. Mason and Mitchell are gone, leaving only Isaac Guerendo and Patrick Taylor, Jr. as the depth at RB. You really could not ask for a much better situation for James.

RB Jacory Croskey-Merrit (Commanders) (Rd. 7, Pk. 29) has been gaining momentum in fantasy drafts, so he may not be such a value any longer. The range of outcomes for JCM is wide, but he has flashed starting caliber skills. If you can grab him late in your dynasty drafts, he is a great lottery ticket.

RB Brashard Smith (Rd. 7, Pk. 12) is a former WR with excellent receiving skills for the RB position. Isaiah Pacheco is merely a serviceable receiver, Kareem Hunt turns 30 in August and is no longer a downfield threat, and Elijah Mitchell has struggled just to stay healthy. Smith will need to prove he is capable of pass protection if he is going to earn reps as the receiving back for KC, but if you can grab him late, it is worth the gamble that he eventually emerges in that Jerick McKinnon role.

RB Woody Marks (Rd. 4, Pk. 14) is one of the better receiving backs in this class, so he could carve out a role in the Houston backfield. With Nick Chubb signing with Houston, this becomes a very crowded RB room, but if you are looking toward the future, Chubb is 29 and Mixon turns 29 next month. Marks' best asset may be his versatility.

WR Tory Horton (Rd. 5, Pk. 30) may be poised to eventually emerge as a starter for the retooled Seahawks. Cooper Kupp turns 32 in a few days and Marquez Valdes-Scantling is merely a journeyman. Horton fell in the draft after missing the 2024 season, but he appears to be fully recovered from a knee injury.

WR Dont’e Thornton (Rd. 4, Pk. 6) is an explosive vertical threat who has never put it all together, but the physical tools are there. Thornton is a bit of a project, but if you can grab him in late Round 4 or later, he may be worth taking a chance on.

WR Jaylin Lane (Rd. 4, Pk. 126) never put up great numbers in college, but he has some intriguing intangibles. I would not spend anything more than a very late pick to acquire Lane, but he is someone I will be monitoring closely in Training Camp.

TE Caleb Lohner (Rd. 7, Pk. 25) is a developmental prospect who is trying to make the transition from basketball to football. Sean Payton had great success with Jimmy Graham, so don't count out the athletic 6-7 Lohner. He may be destined for the Practice Squad initially, but don't lose sight of Caleb Lohner.

. . . and here are a few deep sleeper rookies to just put on your radar (UDFA Rookies).

QB Taylor Elgersma had great success in college winning Canada's equivalent of the Heisman. Elgersma is a big, athletic and raw QB who will be competing for the QB3 spot in Green Bay, but watch reports out of Green Bay to see if he is making any noise. (Probably no more than a camp arm, but put Elgersma on your watch list this summer.)

I am mildly surprised RB Lan Larison went undrafted. While he won't earn a starting job for the Pats, I think he could make the roster. Watch him this preseason. I think you will come away impressed. (I don't know that Larison will ever have any fantasy value, but he is worth monitoring.)

WR Nick Nash lacks elite athleticism, but don't overlook this former QB. He will be competing for a roster spot at WR in Atlanta this summer. Nash led the NCAA in receiving yardage (1,382), receptions (104), and receiving touchdowns (16) last season. (Beyond London and Mooney, the competition is not that stiff, so Nash at least has an opportunity.)

WR Efton Chism III is another underrated Patriot. He will be fighting for a roster spot in New England, but if you are looking for the next potential Julian Edleman, look no further. Chism went undrafted due to his lack of elite athletic traits and small-school profile, but get the ball in his hands, and he will make the most of it. (The Patriots' WR room is not set in stone, so keep an eye on Chism this summer.)

WR Traeshon Holden (Dallas Cowboys) went undrafted in part due to some off-field concerns. Holden is a physical wideout who can be an asset . . . if he can remain focused and earn some reps.

WR Isaiah Bond remains unsigned as he deals with some off-field issues, but it seems likely he will eventually be picked up by an NFL team. Bond has elite quickness. We may all look back at this window of opportunity to pick him up on the cheap and kick ourselves if we passed him up.

WR Isaiah Neyor is an intriguing size-speed developmental prospect for the 49ers who showed some flashes in college, but he never played to his potential. Neyor will likely have to earn his way on Special Teams to make the team.

TE Jalin Conyers is my favorite Undrafted TE in this class. Miami has Jonnu Smith (who turns 30 in August), and not much else at TE, so there is an opportunity for Conyers with the Dolphins. He is a versatile player who could be a better Pro than College TE. (Again, I am not going to add Conyers to my roster at this point, but I will be watching him this summer to see if he can stick with the Dolphins.)

What rookies do have on your deep sleeper watch list?

 

[socrates]

Updated Dynasty Rookie Position Rankings 06/10/2025 (PPR)

QB
QB1 | Cam Ward | TEN Titans | 6-2 | 223 | – | Rd 1, Pk 1
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QB2 | Jalen Milroe | SEA Seahawks | 6-1 ⅞ | 217 | 4.37 (Pro Day) | Rd 3, Pk 28
QB3 | Jaxson Dart | NY Giants | 6-2 ¼ | 223 | – | Rd 1, Pk 25
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QB4 | Tyler Shough | NO Saints | 6-5 | 219 | 4.63 | Rd 2, Pk 8
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QB5 | Shedeur Sanders | CLE Browns | 6-1 ½ | 212 | – | Rd 5, Pk 6
QB6 | Quinn Ewers | MIA Dolphins | 6-2 ⅛ | 214 | – | Rd 7, Pk 15
QB7 | Will Howard | PIT Steelers | 6-4 ¼ | 236 | – | Rd 6, Pk 9
QB8 | Kyle McCord | PHI Eagles | 6-3 | 218 | – | Rd 6, Pk 5
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QB9 | Dillon Gabriel | CLE Browns | 5-11 ⅛ | 205 | – | Rd 3, Pk 30
QB10 | Riley Leonard | IND Colts | 6-3 ¾ | 216 | – | Rd 6, Pk 13
QB11 | Graham Mertz | HOU Texans | 6-3 | 216 | – | Rd 6, Pk 21
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QB12 | Taylor Elgersma | GB Packers | 6-4 | 213 | – | UDFA
QB13 | Kurtis Rourke | SF 49ers | 6-5 | 223 | – | Rd 7, Pk 11
QB14 | Cam Miller | LV Raiders | 6-1 | 210 | – | Rd 6, Pk 39
QB15 | Donovan Smith | DAL Cowboys | 6-4 ⅛ | 219 | – | UDFA

RB
RB1 | Ashton Jeanty | LV Raiders | 5-8 ½ | 211 | – | Rd 1, Pk 6
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RB2 | Omarion Hampton | LA Chargers | 5-11 ¾ | 221 | 4.48 | Rd 1, Pk 22
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RB3 | TreVeyon Henderson | NE Patriots | 5-10 ⅛ | 202 | 4.43 | Rd 2, Pk 6
RB4 | Quinshon Judkins | CLE Browns | 5-11 ⅝ | 221 | 4.48 | Rd 2, Pk 4
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RB5 | Kaleb Johnson | PIT Steelers | 6-1 | 224 | 4.57 | Rd 3, Pk 19
RB6 | R.J. Harvey, Jr. | DEN Broncos | 5-8 | 205 | 4.40 | Rd 2, Pk 28
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RB7 | Cameron Skattebo | NY Giants | 5-9 ½ | 219 | 4.57 (Pro Day) | Rd 4, Pk 3
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RB8 | Bhayshul Tuten | JAC Jaguars | 5-9 ¼ | 200 | 4.32 | Rd 4, Pk 2
RB9 | Dylan Sampson | CLE Browns | 5-8 ⅛ | 200 | 4.42 (Pro Day) | Rd 4, Pk 24
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RB10 | Trevor Etienne | CAR Panthers | 5-8 ¾ | 198 | 4.42 | Rd 4, Pk 12
RB11 | Jarquez Hunter | LA Rams | 5-9 ⅜ | 204 | 4.44 | Rd 4, Pk 15
RB12 | Jaydon Blue | DAL Cowboys | 5-9 | 196 | 4.38 | Rd 5, Pk 12
RB13 | Devin Neal | NO Saints | 5-11 ⅛ | 213 | 4.58 | Rd 6, Pk 8
RB14 | Woody Marks | HOU Texans | 5-10 | 207 | 4.54 | Rd 4, Pk 14
RB15 | DJ Giddens | IND Colts | 6-0 ¼ | 212 | 4.43 | Rd 5, Pk 14
RB16| Jordan James | SF 49ers | 5-9 ½ | 205 | 4.55 | Rd 5, Pk 9
RB17 | Jacory Croskey-Merrit | WAS Commanders | 5-10 | 206 | 4.45 (Pro Day) | Rd 7, Pk 29
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RB18 | Ollie Gordon II | MIA Dolphins | 6-1 ⅜ | 226 | 4.61 | Rd 6, Pk 3
RB19 | Brashard Smith | KC Chiefs | 5-9 ⅞ | 194 | 4.39 | Rd 7, Pk 12
RB20 | Tahj Brooks | CIN Bengals | 5-9 ¼ | 214 | 4.52 | Rd 6, Pk 17
RB21 | Damien Martinez | SEA Seahawks | 5-11 ⅝ | 217 | 4.51 | Rd 7, Pk 7
RB22 | Kyle Monangai | CHI Bears | 5-8 ¼ | 211 | 4.60 | Rd 7, Pk 17
RB23 | Phil Mafah | DAL Cowboys | 6-0 ⅝ | 234 | 4.64 | Rd 7, Pk 23
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RB24 | Kalel Mullings | TEN Titans | 6-1 ½ | 226 | – | Rd 6, Pk 12
RB25 | LeQuint Allen | JAC Jaguars | 6-0 | 204 | 4.59 (Pro Day) | Rd 7, Pk 20
RB26 | Lan Larison | NE Patriots | 6-0 | 215 | 4.46 (Pro Day) | UDFA
RB27 | Raheim Sanders | LA Chargers | 6-0 | 217 | 4.46 | UDFA
RB28 | Marcus Yarns | NO Saints | 5-10 ⅞ | 193 | 4.45 | UDFA
RB29 | Donovan Edwards | NY Jets | 5-11 ⅜ | 205 | 4.44 | UDFA
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RB30 | Montrell Johnson, Jr. | PHI Eagles | 5-11 ⅜ | 212 | 4.41 | UDFA
RB31 | Ulysses Bentley IV | IND Colts | 5-9 ⅞ | 201 | 4.62 | UDFA
RB32 | Jalen White | GB Packers | 6-0 | 205 | 4.60 (Pro Day) | UDFA
RB33 | Ja’Quinden Jackson | JAC Jaguars | 6-1 ½ | 229 | 4.75 (Pro Day) | UDFA
RB34 | Corey Kiner | SF 49ers | 5-9 | 209 | 4.57 | UDFA
RB35 | Tre Stewart | MIN Vikings | 5-8 | 186 | – | UDFA

WR
WR1 | Travis Hunter | JAC Jaguars | 6-0 ⅜ | 188 | – | Rd 1, Pk 2
WR2 | Tetairoa McMillan | CAR Panthers | 6-4 ⅛ | 219 | – | Rd 1, Pk 8
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WR3 | Luther Burden III | CHI Bears | 6-0 | 206 | 4.41 | Rd 2, Pk 7
WR4 | Emeka Egbuka | TB Bucs | 6-0 ⅞ | 202 | 4.48 (Pro Day) | Rd 1, Pk 19
WR5 | Matthew Golden | GB Packers | 5-11 | 191 | 4.29 | Rd 1, Pk 23
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WR6 | Jayden Higgins | HOU Texans | 6-4 ⅛ | 214 | 4.47 | Rd 2, Pk 2
WR7 | Kyle Williams | NE Patriots | 5-10 ⅝ | 190 | 4.40 | Rd 3, Pk 5
WR8 | Tre Harris | LA Chargers | 6-2 ⅜ | 205 | 4.54 | Rd 2, Pk 23
WR9 | Jaylin Noel | HOU Texans | 5-10 ¼ | 194 | 4.39 | Rd 3, Pk 15
WR10 | Jack Bech | LV Raiders | 6-1 ¼ | 214 | – | Rd 2, Pk 26
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WR11 | Jalen Royals | KC Chiefs | 6-0 | 205 | 4.42 | Rd 4, Pk 31
WR12 | Elic Ayomanor | TEN Titans | 6-1 ¾ | 206 | 4.44 | Rd 4, Pk 34
WR13 | Tory Horton | SEA Seahawks | 6-2 ½ | 196 | 4.41 | Rd 5, Pk 30
WR14 | Pat Bryant | DEN Broncos | 6-2 | 204 | 4.61 | Rd 3, Pk 10
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WR15 | Isaac TeSlaa | DET Lions | 6-3 ⅝ | 214 | 4.43 | Rd 3, Pk 6
WR16 | Tai Felton | MIN Vikings | 6-1 ⅛ | 183 | 4.37 | Rd 3, Pk 38
WR17 | Savion Williams | GB Packers | 6-3 ⅞ | 222 | 4.48 | Rd 3, Pk 23
WR18 | Dont’e Thornton Jr. | LV Raiders | 6-5 | 205 | 4.30 | Rd 4, Pk 6
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WR19 | Chimere Dike | TEN Titans | 6-1 | 196 | 4.34 | Rd 4, Pk 1
WR20 | Jaylin Lane | WAS Commanders | 5-10 | 191 | 4.34 | Rd 4, Pk 26
WR21 | Keandre Lambert-Smith | Auburn | 6-1 | 190 | 4.37 | Rd 5, Pk 22
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WR22 | Xavier Restrepo | TEN Titans | 5-9 ⅞ | 209 | 4.83 | UDFA
WR23 | Isaiah Bond | – | 5-11 | 180 | 4.39 | UDFA
WR24 | Nick Nash | ATL Falcons | 6-2 | 203 | 4.57 | UDFA
WR25 | Efton Chism | NE Patriots | 5-10 | 198 | 4.71 (Pro Day) | UDFA
WR26 | Tez Johnson | TB Buccaneers | 5-9 ⅞ | 154 | 4.51 | Rd 7, Pk 19
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WR27 | Kaden Prather | BUF Bills | 6-3 ½ | 204 | 4.46 | Rd 7, Pk 24
WR28 | Ricky White III | SEA Seahawks | 6-1 ⅛ | 184 | 4.61 | Rd 7, Pk 22
WR29 | Jimmy Horn, Jr. | CAR Panthers | 5-8 | 174 | 4.46 | Rd 6, Pk 32
WR30 | LaJohntay Wester | BAL Ravens | 5-10 | 163 | 4.46 | Rd 6, Pk 27
WR31 | Tommy Mellott | LV Raiders | 5-11 | 200 | 4.39 (Pro Day) | Rd 6, Pk 37
WR32 | Arian Smith | NY Jets | 6-0 | 178 | 4.36 | Rd 4, Pk 8
WR33 | Jordan Watkins | SF 49ers | 5-11 | 196 | 4.37 | Rd 4, Pk 36
WR34 | Isaiah Neyor | SF 49ers | 6-4 ¼ | 218 | 4.40 | UDFA
WR35 | Ja’Corey Brooks | WAS Commanders | 6-2 | 184 | 4.65 (Pro Day) | UDFA
WR36 | Kobe Hudson | CAR Panthers | 6-0 ¾ | 193 | 4.57 | UDFA
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WR37 | Andrew Armstrong | MIA Dolphins | 6-4 | 202 | 4.51 | UDFA
WR38 | Daniel Jackson | HOU Texans | 5-11 | 178 | 4.63 (Pro Day) | UDFA
WR39 | Dominic Lovett | DET Lions | 5-10 | 185 | 4.40 | Rd 7, Pk 28
WR40 | Konata Mumpfield | LA Rams | 5-11 | 186 | 4.59 | Rd 7, Pk 26

TE
TE1 | Colston Loveland | CHI Bears | 6-5 ¾ | 248 | – | Rd 1, Pk 10
TE2 | Tyler Warren | IND Colts | 6-5 ½ | 256 | – | Rd 1, Pk 14
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TE3 | Mason Taylor | NY Jets | 6-5 ⅛ | 251 | 4.65 (Pro Day) | Rd 2, Pk 10
~~~~~~~~ Tier Break ~~~~~~~~
TE4 | Terrance Ferguson | LA Rams | 6-5 ⅜ | 247 | 4.63 | Rd 2, Pk 14
TE5 | Elijah Arroyo | SEA Seahawks | 6-5 ⅛ | 250 | 4.62 (Pro Day) | Rd 2, Pk 18
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TE6 | Harold Fannin, Jr. | CLE Browns | 6-3 ¼ | 241 | 4.72 | Rd 3, Pk 3
TE7 | Oronde Gadsden II | LA Chargers | 6-4 ⅝ | 243 | – | Rd 5, Pk 29
TE8 | Gunner Helm | TEN Titans | 6-5 | 241 | 4.84 | Rd 4, Pk 18
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TE9 | Caleb Lohner | DEN Broncos | 6-7 | 256 | 4.69 (Pro Day) | Rd 7, Pk 25
TE10 | Mitchell Evans | CAR Panthers | 6-5 | 258 | – | Rd 5, Pk 27
TE11 | Jalin Conyers | MIA Dolphins | 6-3 ½ | 260 | 4.74 | UDFA
TE12 | Luke Lachey | HOU Texans | 6-5 ¾ | 251 | – | Rd 7, Pk 39
TE13 | Jackson Hawes | BUF Bills | 6-4 ½ | 253 | 4.83 | Rd 5, Pk 37
TE14 | Moliki Matavao | NO Saints | 6-5 ⅝ | 260 | 4.81 | Rnd 7, Pk 32
TE15 | Gee Scott Jr. | NE Patriots | 6-3 | 243 | 4.60 (Pro Day) | UDFA
TE16 | Thomas Fidone II | NY Giants | 6-5 | 243 | 4.70 | Rd 7, Pk 3
TE17 | Joshua Simon | ATL Falcons | 6-4 ⅛ | 239 | 4.65 | UDFA
TE18 | Bryson Nesbit | MIN Vikings | 6-5 | 238 | 4.88 | UDFA
TE19 | Shane Calhoun | IND Colts | 6-4 | 250 | 4.43 (Pro Day) | UDFA
TE20 | Jake Briningstool | KC Chiefs | 6-5 ⅝ | 241 | 4.75 | UDFA
TE21 | Gavin Bartholomew | MIN Vikings | 6-5 | 246 | 4.70 | Rd 6, Pk 26
TE22 | Robbie Ouzts | SEA Seahawks | 6-3 | 274 | 4.91 | Rd 5, Pk 39
TE23 | Benjamin Yurosek | MIN Vikings | 6-4 | 242 | – | UDFA
TE24 | Brant Kuithe | DAL Cowboys | 6-2 | 236 | – | UDFA

 

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TE Jalin Conyers is my favorite Undrafted TE in this class. Miami has Jonnu Smith (who turns 30 in August), and not much else at TE, so there is an opportunity for Conyers with the Dolphins. He is a versatile player who could be a better Pro than College TE. (Again, I am not going to add Conyers to my roster at this point, but I will be watching him this summer to see if he can stick with the Dolphins.)

With Jonnu Smith moving on to Pittsburgh, I want to highlight Jalin Conyers once again. He is ultra athletic but raw. He fits the bill as a pass-catching TE, although he adds little as a blocker. Jalin Conyers went undrafted, and there is a real chance that the Dolphins add another TE before it is all said and done, but monitor this situation closely. Perhaps McDaniels can devise ways to take advantage of Conyers' intriguing skillset as a hybrid WR-TE weapon.