Devy Analysis

Top 2018 Draft Eligible Running Backs Countdown: 20-11

By Kyle Francis | May 9, 2017 | 0 Comments

The 2017 NFL Draft has come and gone. Now my focus switches to the top talents in the 2018 NFL Draft Class. There were thirty running backs selected in the 2017 Draft. Most drafts in recent years had at least twenty running backs selected. I have watched film on nearly seventy-five 2018 Draft Eligible Running […]

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Top 2018 Draft Eligible Running Backs Countdown: 30-21

By Kyle Francis | May 8, 2017 | 0 Comments

    The 2017 NFL Draft has come and gone. Now my focus switches to the top talents in the 2018 NFL Draft Class. There were thirty running backs selected in the 2017 Draft. Most drafts in recent years had at least twenty running backs selected. I have watched film on nearly seventy-five 2018 Draft […]

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FCS Spotlight: Chase Edmonds, RB, Fordham

By James Hanmore | May 6, 2017 | Comments Off on FCS Spotlight: Chase Edmonds, RB, Fordham

  With the 2017 NFL Draft now finished, it is time to look to next year. As we know, this draft saw some quality players coming out of the FCS including North Carolina A&T’s Tarik Cohen and Eastern Washington’s Cooper Kupp. Both of these players will have big roles to play with their respective NFL […]

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Devy Breakout Series: TE Edition

By Greg Brandt | May 4, 2017 | Comments Off on Devy Breakout Series: TE Edition

The 2017 season will have a major determination on the fates of Alize Jones and Dalton Schultz when it comes to draft stock. Both players have a lot to prove after having lofty rankings coming out of high school. Jones has had a tough time seeing the field after having classroom issues but is currently […]

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Devy Breakout Series: RB Edition

By Greg Brandt | May 3, 2017 | Comments Off on Devy Breakout Series: RB Edition

      This group of running backs has a lot of inexperience. Going into 2017, there are a lot of unknowns about all of them, expect for Kalen Ballage, who has already had some success at the collegiate level. But for the four other running backs, they now have a chance to make names for themselves. […]

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Draft Profile: QB Chad Kelly, Ole Miss

By Joshua Johnson | April 28, 2017 | Comments Off on Draft Profile: QB Chad Kelly, Ole Miss

Chad Kelly – Senior / 6’2″ / 215 – Ole Miss Games Watched: 2016: Florida State, Auburn, Georgia, Memphis 2015: Alabama, Auburn, LSU, Florida, Arkansas The Skinny: Mr. Kelly adjusts to make throws under pressure very well. He displays very nifty footwork, he does not take unnecessary steps or chances with feet. His deep ball […]

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Bradley Ylitalo’s Complete 2017 NFL Draft Preview

By Bradley Ylitalo | April 27, 2017 | Comments Off on Bradley Ylitalo’s Complete 2017 NFL Draft Preview

After scouting 189 prospects entering this year’s draft, I have compiled this list of my top 125. This class is filled with tremendously gifted athletes whom have sky high potential. I can’t wait to follow the careers of each and every one of them. As you might be able to see, I see the quarterback, […]

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IDP DRAFT PROFILE: Haason Reddick, LB, Temple University

By JT Maynard | April 27, 2017 | Comments Off on IDP DRAFT PROFILE: Haason Reddick, LB, Temple University

Combine Numbers: 4.52 40 yard dash 11’1” Broad Jump 24 reps of 225 lbs. Bench Press 36.5” Vertical Jump 7.01 3 Cone One thing I adore is a player who walked on to a team and clawed, hustled and worked countless hours while others were out getting turnt up. Mr. Haason Reddick walked on to […]

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IDP DRAFT PROFILE: Jordan Evans LB, Oklahoma

By John Orr | April 27, 2017 | Comments Off on IDP DRAFT PROFILE: Jordan Evans LB, Oklahoma

Jordan Evans LB, Oklahoma: 6’3 232 pounds Quick thoughts After watching Jordan Evans play, I was ready to suit up myself. Three words come to mind watching Evans play. Tough Athletic Instincts This kid is a baller and leader on his team’s defense. In 2015 he suffered a torn pectoral muscle and has recovered well. Run […]

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IDP DRAFT PROFILE: Jayon Brown LB, UCLA

By John Orr | April 27, 2017 | Comments Off on IDP DRAFT PROFILE: Jayon Brown LB, UCLA

College Game As a college athlete, he performed well. Looking back at his last two seasons I was impressed with his production. Smaller than I like my LBs but, can’t argue with his tackle numbers, 212. I always watch to see how well players can tackle. In fantasy football, it is, of course, a key […]

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Free IDP Rookie Talent-Cornerbacks

By Joshua Johnson | April 26, 2017 | Comments Off on Free IDP Rookie Talent-Cornerbacks

Cornerbacks in IDP can be very finicky. Most gravitate towards using rookies or young players as they are the ones that get picked on by opposing offenses. There is certainly nothing wrong with that strategy. Yet what follows is not a list of top CB prospects. You will find neither Gareon Conley or his Ohio […]

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JuJu Smith-Schuster: Here to Prove Everybody Wrong

By Jeremy Browand | April 26, 2017 | 0 Comments

John “JuJu” Smith-Schuster (@TEAM_JUJU9). I looked at him differently than many of the players I evaluate pre-draft and it had nothing to do with his hyphenated last name (okay, so I did wonder what that was about). I was skeptical about how good he is. A couple of years ago, Smith-Schuster was commonly the first […]

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Draft Profile: RB Elijah McGuire, UL Lafayette

By Clayton Stefan | April 26, 2017 | Comments Off on Draft Profile: RB Elijah McGuire, UL Lafayette

Elijah McGuire has been a popular name in Devy circles for several years now. His early career production (4,300 scrimmage yards and 43 TDs) looked extremely promising heading into his senior year and had many in the scouting community excited for what was to come. However, that buzz quickly turned into question marks, as McGuire’s […]

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2017 NFL Draft Big Board

By Lawrence Chaney | April 25, 2017 | Comments Off on 2017 NFL Draft Big Board

The 2017 NFL Draft is finally within grasp. My Big Board is finished and I’ll explain the process to a degree. I use a 1-10 grading scale. I choose certain traits that pertain to each position, turn on a game and grade those traits. Then, I grade each prospect game by game to come to an […]

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IDP Player Interview: CB Malcolm Jenkins, Bethany College

By Bradley Ylitalo | April 25, 2017 | Comments Off on IDP Player Interview: CB Malcolm Jenkins, Bethany College

Malcolm Jenkins is a cornerback out of Bethany College who is now trying to accomplish his dream of playing in the NFL. Mr. Jenkins is a very likable guy and I think you’ll get the same vibe from reading his answers to my questions. You can follow Malcolm Jenkins on Twitter @daHustla18 You were born […]

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Draft Profile: WR Ryan Switzer, North Carolina

By Jason DiRienzo | April 25, 2017 | 0 Comments

Quarterback Mitchell Trubisky took all the University of North Carolina spotlight this NFL Draft season, but there is an underrated wide receiver out of UNC that deserves to be talked about. Ryan Switzer is not a household name, but if you have watched UNC games, you can’t miss him. In addition to being Trubisky’s go-to receiver, his versatility […]

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Devy Watch: Spring Football Recap

By Kyle Francis | April 22, 2017 | Comments Off on Devy Watch: Spring Football Recap

I have watched twenty-seven college football spring scrimmages, or spring showcases, as they are sometimes referred to. In watching, I’ve attempted to identify potential offensive breakout stars both on the collegiate and ultimately professional level. This is not intended to be a comprehensive list nor is it a ranking of Devy prospects. In fact, I […]

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Devy Breakout Series: WR Edition

By Greg Brandt | April 21, 2017 | Comments Off on Devy Breakout Series: WR Edition

The 2019 class of wide receivers already saw the breakout of Ahmmon Richards and N’Keal Harry last season. In 2017 expect to see Michael Pittman and DeKaylin Metcalf join this already talented class of receivers for 2019. This sophomore group of wide receivers has the potential to be one of the best we’ve seen in […]

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IDP Draft Profile & Player Interview: DE/LB Jareid Combs, North Texas

By Bradley Ylitalo | April 21, 2017 | 0 Comments

A great pass rusher is paramount to any good defense, and that is exactly what Jareid Combs is. Here I interview Mr. Combs about his football career thus far, and where he is trying to go from here. It’s easy to root for him, and I think you’ll feel the same way after reading his […]

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IDP FCS Player Interview: CB Malik Duncan, Saint Francis

By Bradley Ylitalo | April 21, 2017 | Comments Off on IDP FCS Player Interview: CB Malik Duncan, Saint Francis

Malik Duncan is going into his senior season at Saint Francis and has NFL dreams on his mind. After talking to him, it was easy for me to hear a kid who really wants it, and is the ultimate teammate.  I interviewed Mr. Duncan about his career thus far, his dreams, and his team’s goals […]

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Devy Breakout Series: QB Edition

By Greg Brandt | April 20, 2017 | Comments Off on Devy Breakout Series: QB Edition

In this article, I will cover the quarterbacks you should following as we approach the 2017 college football season.The quarterback class of 2018 already has some big names like Josh Rosen, Sam Darnold, and Josh Allen battling for the top spot. But they may have some competition coming this fall. I will outline a number of […]

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Targeting Cornerbacks: Seattle Seahawks

By Lawrence Chaney | April 20, 2017 | Comments Off on Targeting Cornerbacks: Seattle Seahawks

Year after year Seattle Seahawks fans are reminded of the style and thresholds that John Schneider and Pete Carroll look for in corners. Since there isn’t anything on the world wide web leading up to the 2017 draft here is your yearly reminder. The Seahawks have only drafted 6 total corners since Pete and John […]

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IDP Draft Profile: LB Ben Boulware, Clemson

By Clayton Stefan | April 19, 2017 | 0 Comments

Ben Boulware LOVES football. That is the first, and foremost thing you should know about this hungry, passion-fueled linebacker from upstate South Carolina. The second thing you should know deals with his collegiate position coach, Brent Venables. The current Defensive Coordinator for the National Champion Clemson Tigers was recently named the winner of the 2016 […]

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“In the Player Pit” with RB Aaron Jones, UTEP

By James Hanmore | April 18, 2017 | 0 Comments

              The 2017 draft class is packed with running backs. You have heard of Leonard Fournette or Dalvin Cook, but there is somebody else on my draft radar. Aaron Jones has some minor concerns that go against him, but in my eyes, the ‘pros’ far outweigh the ‘cons.’ Jones […]

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IDP Draft Profile: DB/LB/Athlete Jabrill Peppers, Michigan

By Bradley Ylitalo | April 18, 2017 | Comments Off on IDP Draft Profile: DB/LB/Athlete Jabrill Peppers, Michigan

The title of this article may just be the best way to sum up, Jabrill Peppers game, an electrifying athlete. If you have the chance to watch his high school highlights, he dominated using that awe-inspiring athleticism and went on to be rated #2 overall in the “ESPN top 300” rankings only behind none other […]

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