Finding my Devy Sleepers is quite possibly my favorite part of having Devy leagues. It allows my imagination to run a bit more freely when it comes to projections and opportunities. Not to say that I am in La La Land with these, just that, they’re sleepers for a reason. As with my Top-10 Risers and Fallers (Stallers) series, these are ordered by my confidence in the likelihood this happens.
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Michael Trigg (TE – Ole Miss): ETA 2024
Tight ends are tough to predict in the NFL, let alone in college. Michael Trigg has the requisite size standing at 6-4 and 245 pounds. He only has seven catches on his stat line, but he’s been able to turn that into 109 yards. Trigg transferred to Ole Miss to pair up with Jaxson Dart, which bodes well for his production. With no one front lining the target tree, there is not much reason why Trigg cannot establish himself as a top-tier target. Most incentivizing of all is his ‘freak athleticism,’ which is vital when discussing tight ends. To cap it off, he played basketball, and while that may not mean a lot, it does bode well for his red zone capabilities. Check out some of his highlights here.
Konata Mumpfield (WR – Pittsburgh): ETA 2024
Usually, a player dominating MAC competition perks my interest but doesn’t get me excited. Konata Mumpfield is a different story. During his freshman year, he had a target share of 27.9 percent, a yardage share of 28.7 percent, and a touchdown share of 37 percent. He had an elite breakout of 32.9 and has an elite efficiency with 2.13 yards per team pass attempt. While the competition lacked, the production is a product of talent. Now, Mumpfield is on his way to Pittsburgh to fill a Jordan Addison-sized vacated target share. I am VERY excited for Mumpfield and think he has the situation and talent to thrive for Pittsburg as their lead wide receiver. Check out some of his highlights here.
Lorenzo Styles (WR – Notre Dame): ETA 2024
Lorenzo Styles is the projected starter as the X for Notre Dame. He is slated to be one of their top two receiving options and has an encouraging quarterback at the helm with Tyler Buschner. Styles gave a glimpse at his upside in his final game in the 2021 season, posting eight receptions for 136 yards and a touchdown. Styles may not have a lot of analytics to go off of here, but his size 6-1, 185 pounds and the pending opportunities make me very excited for him. With a new head coach, a new offensive philosophy, and ample target opportunity, Styles figures to be a name the Devy world will know into next year. Check out some of his highlights here.
Beaux Collins (WR – Clemson): ETA 2024
Beaux Collins, standing at 6-3, 205 pounds, projects to be the starter at the ‘Z’ position. Collins had an interesting freshman year, only totaling 13.6-percent of the targets but amassing 16.4-percent of the receiving share and 25.8-percent of the touchdowns. All of that is good to log a freshman breakout with a dominator rating of 21, though that is mostly buoyed by his touchdown production. Getting a full college off-season under his belt, growth is expected for Collins heading into his Sophomore year. Growth is needed as well, only registering a yards per team pass attempt of .98 and a 13.3-percent drop rate. With the receiving room having no established Alpha, Collins projects to take a shot at filling that role for the Tigers. With a lighter DJ Uiagalelei, the offense may find its step, which would only help Collins profile this year. Check out his highlights here.
Devin Leary (QB – NC State): ETA 2023
Quarterbacks are exceptionally difficult to project. When Travis May, whom I dub the QB whisperer, mentions college quarterbacks, I take notes, and Leary has been a name he has brought up a few times. The ones that I tend to like are multi-year starters who have a high touchdown to interception ratio, a high passer rating, and rushing upside. Leary has started 24 games, an average passer rating of 141.1, a 51 to 12 ratio but a career net rushing of -20. NC State is a pretty underrated college, but I think has the best chance to win the ACC. Leary will be leading that charge, and that is going to turn NFL heads. The best part is Leary largely goes undrafted in Devy leagues. He is a prime candidate to take with the last pick, hoping to hit gold. Check out my favorite video here.
Ja’Tavion Sanders (TE – Texas): ETA 2024
One man’s loss is another’s fortune, Isaiah Neyor losing his 2022 season means more passing opportunities. Ja’Tavion Sanders was already someone I had penciled in. When the Neyor injury news broke, I wrote it in ink. Sanders has yet to show his abilities on the field but carries ideal size at 6-4, 256 lbs. He has been standing out in camp and is listed on the John Mackey award preseason list. Once again, it is Worthy alone on an island, which means Sanders has the opportunity, the hype, and the size to be a player I am happy to make a dart throw on. Check out my favorite video here.
Barion Brown (WR – Kentucky): ETA 2025
I don’t often encourage drafting freshmen in Devy startups. Especially freshmen who aren’t top-rated prospects in their class. There is just something special about Barion Brown. When I popped on his high school film, he had all the hallmarks that had him pass the ‘eye check’ with ease. In high school, Brown turned 62 receptions into 1,171 yards and 17 touchdowns. He also racked up 680 return yards and 4 touchdowns. Part of me thinks the fact Brown playing defense limited his offensive production. Kentucky is missing 47 percent of its receiving production, which opens a lot of opportunities for Brown. As a special teams ace who’s a dynamic receiver with rushing upside, Brown is a sleeper for me this year. Check out my favorite video here (Brown is No.2).
Andrew Paul (RB – Georgia): ETA 2025
This here is a tribute to my good friend Brandon LeJune (@DevyDeepDive). He opened my eyes to Andrew Paul and his ability when he put out a cut-up of his high school film. Paul is unlikely to get significant playing time this year with Milton, McIntosh, and Robinson also occupying the running back room. Paul’s high school career was prolific. 4,620 total rushing yards, 66 rushing touchdowns, and 318 receiving yards for an average of 10.6 yards per catch. Those numbers are exceptionally impressive, and he truly pops when you turn on the film. You can watch his highlights here. Paul is a late-round dart throw that has the profile to be an impactful running back for Georgia. Check out my favorite video here. Update: Paul tore his ACL but is still a strong sleeper for those who can afford to stash him.
Camar Wheaton (RB – SMU): ETA 2024
The once highly touted Alabama running back surprisingly transferred out to SMU. While the destination does not carry the allure of Alabama, it offers opportunities for Camar Wheaton. Wheaton is currently lower on the depth chart due to his leg injury suffered last year, but he has recently doffed the non-contact jersey in camp. The current competition is Tre Siggers, who had 729 rushing yards averaging 4.9 yards per carry. Wheaton, who is an athlete with serious track speed, figures to push for that starting role sooner than later. Being overlooked and now forgotten, Wheaton offers serious upside for a very low ADP acquisition cost. Check out my favorite video here.
Logan Diggs (RB – Notre Dame) ETA (2024)
Coming off a spring shoulder injury Logan Diggs is close to being back to full health. Standing at 6-0 and 200-pounds, Diggs figures to be the bruising back for the Fighting Irish. Chris Tyree currently is the starter, and while he has boasted a strong target share, he leaves me yearning for more on the ground. This is where Diggs comes in for me, Diggs is a better running back and a capable receiving back. Tyree may be the starter, but Diggs is much more the 1B than the backup in this backfield. The camp hype has been churning for Diggs now that he has shed the red non-contact jersey. Diggs is an easy-to-acquire target and has the size and projected opportunity to shine in 2022. Check out my favorite video here.
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