Devy Analysis

Karter Schult “In the Player Pit” with J.T. Maynard

By JT Maynard | February 11, 2017 | 0 Comments

This interview is the debut article of my newest writing endeavor, “In the Player Pit.” It will be a running series of me interviewing, in person or via phone, up and coming football players from all levels of competition. First off, I want to say that I am beyond appreciative of the time that these […]

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IDP Draft Profile: DE Jordan Willis, Kansas State

By John Orr | February 10, 2017 | 0 Comments

The Player Let me share some insight with you on this exciting edge rusher. From watching him play I can see he wants to play hard and take it to the whistle. That’s a special trait and one that’s not lost on coaching staffs at the next level. He exhibits explosiveness and quickness as he […]

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Draft Profile: TE Jordan Leggett, Clemson

By Andy Miley | February 9, 2017 | 0 Comments

There are hundreds of stories being told during the planning and anticipation of the 2017 NFL Draft. Today we will be looking at a scouting report for senior tight end Jordan Leggett, Clemson Tiger. TE-Jordan Leggett, Clemson, 6’5” 255 lbs. The Clemson senior tight end improved on his receptions every year of school and managed […]

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Dalvin Cook: Worth the Title of NFL First Round Lock?

By Bradley Ylitalo | February 9, 2017 | 0 Comments

Dalvin Cook is the second biggest name in the amazingly talented 2017 running back class, only behind phenom Leonard Fournette, and there’s no shame in that. The 5’11, 202 lb, Junior out of Florida State has been talked about by most NFL draft experts as a first-round lock. Is this something you should buy into? […]

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FCS Spotlight: WR Jake Wieneke, South Dakota State

By James Hanmore | February 8, 2017 | 0 Comments

FCS All-American First teamer. Jerry Rice Award runner-up. Two of the top three single-season receiving yardage totals in program history. Interested yet? You should be, as Jake Wieneke has done all of these things and more. Jake Wieneke out of Maple Grove, MN has spent the last 3 years plying his trade at South Dakota […]

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Leonard Fournette: Should You Take Him at 1.01 in Rookie Drafts?

By Bradley Ylitalo | February 8, 2017 | 0 Comments

  The dynasty fantasy football world has marveled over Leonard Fournette ever since he committed to LSU. Since his days at Saint Augustine High School, Fournette has drawn comparisons to Adrian Peterson, this generation’s top running back. During his Senior year in high school, the hype was further pushed as Fournette finished ranked number one […]

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Draft Profile: WR Isaiah Ford, Virginia Tech

By Andy Miley | February 7, 2017 | Comments Off on Draft Profile: WR Isaiah Ford, Virginia Tech

There are hundreds of stories being told during the planning and anticipation of the 2017 NFL Draft. Today we will be looking at a scouting report for junior wide receiver Isaiah Ford, Virginia Tech Hokies. WR-Isaiah Ford, Virginia Tech, 6’1” 190 lbs. The Hokie junior wideout put together back to back season with over 1000 […]

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Draft Profile: RB Jeremy McNichols, Boise State

By Andy Miley | February 6, 2017 | 0 Comments

There are hundreds of stories being told during the planning and anticipation of the 2017 NFL Draft. Today we will be looking at a scouting report for junior running back Jeremy McNichols, Boise State Broncos. RB-Jeremy McNichols, Boise State  5’9” 212 lbs. This junior back had a very successful college career scoring 44 touchdowns, rushing […]

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Draft Profile: RB Samaje Perine, University of Oklahoma

By Johnny Schepps | February 6, 2017 | 0 Comments

RB Samaje Perine, University of Oklahoma, (Junior) Height: 5’11” (unofficial) Weight: 237 (unofficial) 40:4.57 (unofficial) The one-inch punch is a martial arts technique made famous by Bruce Lee and used by the “Bride” in Kill Bill Vol. II when she needed to escape certain death. It is a punch that derived from the need to create […]

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National Signing Day: 2017 Freshmen Tight Ends

By Brad McDaniel | February 4, 2017 | Comments Off on National Signing Day: 2017 Freshmen Tight Ends

With National Signing Day earlier this week, the Devy team here at DFF thought it was important to highlight several of the 2017 freshmen to give you an idea of the players you’ll be watching on Saturdays as well as stashing on your taxi squads. We combed Hudl for film on these players just so […]

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Draft Profile: WR Taywan Taylor, Western Kentucky: Top 10 Rookie WR?

By Andy Miley | February 3, 2017 | Comments Off on Draft Profile: WR Taywan Taylor, Western Kentucky: Top 10 Rookie WR?

There are hundreds of stories being told during the planning and anticipation of the 2017 NFL Draft. Today we will be looking at a scouting report for senior wideout Taywan Taylor, Western Kentucky Hilltoppers. WR-Taywan Taylor, Western Kentucky 5’11” 198 lbs. The high-flying Hilltopper receiver really took off his junior year and did not slow […]

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IDP Draft Profile: ILB Haason Reddick, Temple

By Andy Miley | February 2, 2017 | Comments Off on IDP Draft Profile: ILB Haason Reddick, Temple

There are hundreds of stories being told during the planning and anticipation of the 2017 NFL Draft. Today we will be looking at a scouting report for senior converted linebacker Haason Reddick Temple Owls. ILB-Haason Reddick, Temple 6’2” 237 lbs. This defender might have been more of an afterthought if not for the opportunity to […]

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National Signing Day: 2017 Freshmen Quarterbacks

By Brad McDaniel | February 2, 2017 | Comments Off on National Signing Day: 2017 Freshmen Quarterbacks

Even though National Signing Day was yesterday, the coverage of incoming freshman doesn’t stop here at DFF. Our goal is to prepare you for your Devy drafts so that you are ahead of the game this summer. The Devy team here has already covered wide receivers and running backs with tight ends coming tomorrow. Today, […]

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FCS Spotlight: RB Tarik Cohen, North Carolina A&T

By James Hanmore | February 1, 2017 | 0 Comments

Tarik Cohen – not really a household name, but a name that many people may recognise in the future. You may remember a video that went viral viral a while back, of a short, well-built guy catching two balls simultaneously while doing a backflip, well this is that guy. The North Carolina A&T running back […]

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National Signing Day: True Freshman Mock Draft

By Jason DiRienzo | February 1, 2017 | Comments Off on National Signing Day: True Freshman Mock Draft

National signing day is upon us and what better way to deliver you the top 24 incoming freshmen than by doing it with a mock draft? (Hint: there’s not a better way) The @DevyWatch team went two rounds, 12 freshmen per round, to help you get to know the players you will be watching on […]

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Nick Chubb: What is the Georgia Running Back’s Potential?

By Bradley Ylitalo | January 31, 2017 | Comments Off on Nick Chubb: What is the Georgia Running Back’s Potential?

Nick Chubb, whom will be entering his senior season this fall, is not a new name on NFL Draft and Devy radars. He spent his first year at Georgia backing up current NFL star Todd Gurley and has spent these last 2 seasons starting for the Bulldogs, although he has battled his fair share of […]

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National Signing Day: 2017 Freshmen Running Backs

By Cody Garrett | January 31, 2017 | 0 Comments

National Signing Day isn’t just another day here at DFF. We take Devy seriously and to prove it, we’ve learned as much as we could about the 2017 freshman class just so we can share it with you. Top Devy RBs in the Class of 2017 Cam Akers | 5’11” 213lbs | Committed to Florida […]

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Draft Profile: RB Jamaal Williams, BYU

By Andy Miley | January 30, 2017 | Comments Off on Draft Profile: RB Jamaal Williams, BYU

There are hundreds of stories being told during the planning and anticipation of the 2017 NFL Draft. Today we will be looking at a scouting report for redshirt senior running back Jamaal Williams, Brigham Young Cougars . RB-Jamaal Williams BYU 6’ 211 lbs. This young man has been competing nationally in track and field events […]

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Draft Profile: RB Curtis Samuel, Ohio State: Late 1st Flex Hero

By Johnny Schepps | January 30, 2017 | 0 Comments

If you are picking in the bottom 3rd of your rookie draft you probably ended up in that draft position one of two ways. You either traded there or you finished the season as one of the better teams in your league. Unlike the teams picking at the top of the draft, you probably aren’t […]

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2017 Senior Bowl Game: Offensive Prospect Review

By Andy Miley | January 29, 2017 | Comments Off on 2017 Senior Bowl Game: Offensive Prospect Review

The Senior Bowl has been the best college football all-star game for quite a few years now. I was fortunate enough to go to the Mobile, Alabama event in 2014 and 2015. Former NFL GM Phil Savage invites willing college seniors and other draft eligible players to participate in this event. Some of the most […]

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IDP Draft Profile: DB Budda Baker, Washington

By Johnny Schepps | January 27, 2017 | Comments Off on IDP Draft Profile: DB Budda Baker, Washington

There are guys who play football and there are football players, Budda Baker is a football player. Baker was a Day one starter at the University of Washington, starting 40 of 41 games in the three seasons he was there. Baker recorded 199 tackles, 4 sacks, and 5 interceptions. Before studying Baker I knew of […]

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IDP Draft Profile: DE Dawuane Smoot, Illinois

By Andy Miley | January 27, 2017 | Comments Off on IDP Draft Profile: DE Dawuane Smoot, Illinois

There are hundreds of stories being told during the planning and anticipation of the 2017 NFL Draft. Today we will be looking at a scouting report for senior edge rusher Dawuane Smoot, Illinois Fighting Illini. DE Dawuane Smoot, Illinois 6’3” 265 lbs. At the start of the 2016 season, many scouts had been quite impressed […]

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Draft Profile: TE Evan Engram, Ole Miss

By Bradley Ylitalo | January 27, 2017 | 0 Comments

There are all types of tight ends in today’s NFL. Tight ends can be some of the most versatile players as they can be anything from primary on the line blockers, to slot and split end receivers. You don’t need one tight end to fill all of those roles, but it sure is nice. You need […]

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2017 Shrine Game IDP Standouts

By JT Maynard | January 26, 2017 | Comments Off on 2017 Shrine Game IDP Standouts

I’ve watched the Shrine Game for years, but I have to say this year I was even more pumped than usual to watch after the ball was kicked off. I intended to Tweet about players as I was watching live. I did this, and after a couple Tweets, one about Alabama WR Gehrig Dieter, I […]

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Senior Bowl Preview

By Brad McDaniel | January 26, 2017 | Comments Off on Senior Bowl Preview

For the 100+ players who accepted their Senior Bowl invite, this week is the first of several huge job interviews. Everything these players do this week – both on and off the field – will be examined and scrutinized. The entire NFL community will be represented in Mobile and every team in attendance will be […]

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