Devy Analysis
This first edition of Devy Watch takes a look at the early bowl games – games taking place before Christmas. The fun starts Saturday, December 17th with five games between 10 unranked teams. Just because the competition won’t be the best that we will see over the next month doesn’t mean that we shouldn’t watch. …
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The 2016 college football season introduced us to a bulldozer of a running back out of Texas. D’onta Foreman literally burst between the tackles and into the record books, becoming the first 1,000 yard rusher in a season at Texas since Jamaal Charles. With his recent announcement to enter the 2017 NFL draft, the question …
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Quarterbacks Edition With the college football season more than halfway over, many fans are starting to put together their big boards and thinking about how their devy drafts might shake out. Now is a good time to review the quarterbacks I believe are the top 10 in college football thus far. Josh …
Regarded as one of the best quarterbacks in college football, Deshaun Watson has not lived up the high expectations set for him in 2016. After leading the Clemson Tigers to a 14-1 record and an appearance in the National Championship, many anticipated a high-powered encore for Watson in 2016. Watson’s fall from grace in the eyes of some draft enthusiasts …
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LB Anthony Walker, Northwestern Wildcats Okay, you’ve noticed we’re talking about a defensive player from Northwestern and you’re frowning. Right now you’re trying to remember the last time you saw more than just a couple guys selected in the draft from this program. Guess what? They have won ten games twice in the last four …
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A fifth-year senior at the University of Michigan, Jehu Femi Chesson has made a name for himself in the Wolverines high-powered offense. He is a versatile, quick twitch, possession receiver with outstanding athletic ability. At 6’3″ and 207 lbs, Chesson’s size and speed combination leaves much to be desired. Background: Jehu Chesson University of Michigan …
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Each week of the college football season @pacificscouting and @DFF_BMack will review the college football week that was. We will regularly bring you our favorite performances, biggest disappointments, and most pleasant surprises. Favorite Performances Jeremy McNichols, RB, Boise State 2017 5’9″ 212 lbs 40 rushes for 217 yards, 2 rush TDs, 4 rec 47 yards …
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One of my favorite qualities in a defensive end is versatility. Give me a player to use as a chess piece and I can get him in a favorable match-up. I love players who can stay on the field in a variety of roles and allow me to play my strengths to an offense’s weaknesses. Charles …
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Background Corey Davis Western Michigan University Senior Wide Receiver 6’3” 215lbs DOB: Jan 11th, 1995(22 years on draft day) Corey Davis is from Wheaton, Illinois and attended Wheaton-Warrenville South High School. Coming out of high school, Davis was only rated as a 2 star prospect by Rivals.com. In 2013, Davis began his career at Western …
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Each week of the college football season @pacificscouting and @DFF_BMack will review the college football week that was. We will regularly bring you our favorite performances, biggest disappointments and most pleasant surprises. Favorite Performances Dede Westbrook, WR, Oklahoma, 2017 10 receptions for 232 yards, 3 TDs The Red River Rivalry, for whatever reason, isn’t what …
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Quickly emerging as the top wide receiver in the Notre Dame offense, Equanimeous St. Brown has turned heads due to his game play and his name. At 6’5” and 205 pounds, St. Brown is a huge target and a physical receiver. Background Equanimeous St. Brown Notre Dame Sophomore Wide Receiver 6’5″ 205 lbs Once a …
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Each week of the college football season @pacificscouting and @DFF_BMack will review the college football week that was. We will regularly bring you our favorite performances, biggest disappointments and most pleasant surprises. Favorite Performance Royce Freeman, RB, Oregon, 2017 19 rushes for 138 yards, 3 rush TDs, 1 reception for 13 yards Freeman continues to …
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In his early, high school years, AJ dominated the playing field in his home town of North Pike. Then, moving onto Mississippi State, AJ was hoping to play well enough to get noticed by NFL scouts. Fortunately, Coach Dan Mullan had some experience with helping his young stars get on the proverbial map, as he …
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WR, Richie James, MTSU RS-Sophomore 5’9” 180 lbs In high school, Richie James was a track guy and a 3-star football recruit out of Sarasota, FL. He played both quarterback and wide receiver. Like most high school quarterbacks who are the best athlete on the field, James spent most of his Friday nights repeatedly making …
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QB, Chad Kelly, Ole Miss Senior 6’2” 224 lbs. Whether it’s on the field or off the field, Chad Kelly’s college career has been up and down. After committing to Clemson, Kelly received a redshirt during the 2012 season. He played limited snaps during the 2013 season before earning an opportunity to compete for the …
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For months leading up to the 2016 NFL draft and all off season, people have been talking up the 2017 running back class. I am not here to knock down this class by any means. I am fully on board in thinking this running back class is absolutely loaded. The depth of this class is likely …
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After de-committing from the 2016 NFL Draft, DB Damontae Kazee looks to lead a strong San Diego State defense in the coming college football season. However, Kazee was levied a mid-round draft grade before he decided to return to school, and looks to be one of the blue-chip cornerback prospects moving forward. His physical tools …
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A Journey of Myles MG graduated high school from James Martin, in Arlington Texas. In his senior year he was an All-State player. In fact, from the moment he stepped on the field he was a top shelf talent. When you watch him bench press 485 lbs. you can’t help but think the guy could play …
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Let’s just dive right into my first ever Devy IDP player spotlight, Reuben Foster out of Alabama. Right of the bat, I noticed from the games I’ve watched and film I’ve studied that this kid is versatile. Everything from dropping back into coverage, blitzing the QB, covering RBs on screens and laying huge thumping hits while …
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If you are reading this article, you probably already know the importance of youth for a Dynasty Devy roster. You need your studs, but you also need that young core to stabilize your team for the foreseeable future. The only difference is that Devy calls for you to manage a future that stretches much farther …
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MFG: Safety – Derwin James When most people see the acronym MFG they think of manufacturing or manufacturer, which is exactly what we all do when it comes to writing or talking about and giving our opinions on players. We manufacture our thoughts, ideas, feelings and opinions about said player, his talent, opportunity and possible …
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For the next 8 months, NFL draft experts, Draftniks, fans, and many more will be breaking down film and arguing about who the top prospects are. But for Devy owners, the time is now to decide who the top prospects will be, come February. Most of us know who those top names are at the …
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One can measure the size and speed of an athlete, but there is no measure for heart. NFL prospects that come from FCS schools have the cards stacked against them and most of the time for good reason. The competition is weaker and the teams are laced with 1 and 2 star recruits, but that’s …
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Early Days This kid was the pride of Stone Bridge High school in Virginia and enjoyed a high school career filled with memorable moments. In fact, during his senior year his success on the gridiron earned him the “Gatorade football Player of the Year” award after having set a school record for sacks. Ultimately, this 5-star …
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I recently finished a startup draft that consisted of NFL veterans, rookies and Devy players. I’ve lost count of how many Devy leagues I’m in, but including Devy players in the startup draft was new to me. It’s not an uncommon type of Devy start-up but it’s the first one of its kind that I’ve …
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