There is a growing movement in the Dynasty community toward “devy” players. The term “devy” refers to developmental players carried on the dynasty league rosters. These devy players are usually college players but can even be high school athletes. During each week of the season, we will look at a different set of devy rankings.
We began the season looking at the potential 2017 NFL Draft class, starting with the quarterbacks. For the last three weeks of the season, we will look at overall devy rankings without regard for draft class. We value the players entering the 2017 NFL Draft higher than future classes just due to the added risk associated with projecting into the future.
As we survey devy prospects, we will be looking at traits, abilities, and skill sets that will translate to the NFL. This week, we will look at players 30-21 as we count down the next three weeks.
30. Jordan Leggett (Clemson) – The 6’5”, 255-pound Senior has shown great promise this season. But, his emergence occurred began in last year’s National Championship loss to Alabama. In the game, Leggett caught five passes for 78 yards and a touchdown. Leggett has the ability to play in-line, in the slot, or out wide and his versatility will add to his NFL appeal. Early in his collegiate career, Leggett was benched for his laziness in practice and lack of willingness on improving his game. He has grown strides in both areas. Leggett still needs to show dedication in improving as a blocker and the nuances of the position but could splash in the NFL. He is at his best in motion or in space, both allowing him to expose the mismatches against slower linebackers or smaller safeties. Leggett has been outstanding in the red zone. This is evidenced by his 15 touchdowns on just 78 receptions the past two seasons.
29. Demetris Robertson (California) – Robertson is a slender pass catcher (6’0”, 175 pounds) who will add weight after another offseason training program. The true Freshman from Savannah, GA, is having a big season. Many recruiting services had him as the top receiver in the country out of high school. For the year, Robertson has 50 receptions for 767 yards and 7 touchdowns. The Freshman has been great at making big plays for the struggling Bears offense. There is a good reason. Robertson has big speed as evidenced by his 10.51 100-meter dash in high school. His track coach gave a glowing review of who Robertson is as a person. Coach Deedee Colter said, "He’s wonderful, talented, respectful, does anything you ask him to do … He cares about the other kids. It’s amazing what he can do to rally a team. He’s always asking how the other kids did, supporting them, no matter how good they are." We like seeing the positive stories about the top recruits. While Robertson plays on a below-average California team, he is still making plays and could become a quality pro pass catcher.
28. Corey Clement (Wisconsin) – Clement has been able to remain healthy this season and has more carries in 2016 than his first three years combined. In 2016, the Senior has 1,304 rushing yards and 14 touchdowns on 292 carries. He has been a true workhorse and has at least one touchdown in five consecutive games. In addition, Clement has topped the 100-yard mark in eight of his twelve games this season. The Senior has NFL size (5’10”, 227 pounds) and we expect him to be drafted on the third day of the NFL Draft.
