Anderson injury away from stardom in Denver. David Montgomery, RB2, CHI The fantasy jury is somewhat split on Montgomery, but his three-down chops mesh well with Matt Nagy's offense. After Elliott, Doctson, Coleman and Treadwell there is still plenty of talent with receivers like Sterling Shepard and Michael Thomas, and running backs like Kenneth Dixon, Derrick Henry, C.J. Plenty of long-term potential here for dynasty owners who are okay not getting immediate production. 2004-2023 FANTASY SPORTS PUBLICATIONS, INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. 2 overall selection? 58.1%. Ok, well maybe sorta like a Pokmon) into an exciting player. Poeltl is stuck behind Jonas Valanciunas who is locked in for a few more years, and while Jakob could outplay Lucas Noguiera for backup center minutes in time, hes not a defensive x-factor like Biyombo was to push Jonas to the bench for end of game minutes. We knew coming in that he needed to work on his jumper, but thats not something to over-dwell on. Sure, hes older than most in the summer league, but he still went out there and handled his business and looked ready for the regular season. Wide Receivers . And as we've said about the Rams, there's a lack of talent on offense, so he could soak up targets as a rookie. Played great in summer league, and it will do him well playing and learning behind the GSWvets. Hopefully he's starting opposite A.J. He fared well this summer grabbing 7+ boards and swatting 2+ shots per in five games, but those wont come so easy against premier competition. 1) Bijan Robinson, Texas. Chriss has impressive leaping ability in general but his brisk second-bounce is where he really won me over. So, the rest of these wont be broken down in this first version of the rookie dynasty ranks). I have mixed feelings on Jaylen Brown. For in-season advice, use our rankings to find out Who should I start? Brice will love catching lobs from Chris Paul at this level as he soars above the rim with ease, CP3 was exactly the kind of player we wanted to see Johnson paired with. 2015 college stats: 1,651 passing yards, 17 touchdowns and four interceptions; 294 rushing yards and six touchdowns. Rank, Player Pos Team Age PosRank; 1. 2015 college stats: 62 catches for 1,258 yards and 14 touchdowns. 66% from the foul line isnt something I like to see either. So, landing on a team like the 76ers was the perfect scenario. Also, Zubac gets a bump for being two years younger. Robinson could challenge Chris Conley and Albert Wilson for playing time right away. He's fast and once shared the Georgia backfield with Gurley, but he's still getting over a torn ACL in 2013. 2016 Fantasy Football - Rookie Dynasty Rankings. The two not so ideal things about Dunn are his age being a couple years older than most of the other top rookies, and the team he landed on being the Minnesota Timberwolves who have a crowd at guard. He's talented, but his opportunity could be limited landing with the Dolphins. He's a bruiser at 6-foot, 230 pounds. For those of you preparing for the annual rookie draft in your dynasty league, here are my rankings for this year's crop of first-year players: 1. He could easily be the best running back in Baltimore this year, and I like his long-term upside better than Henry. In the Vegas summer league he held his own, finishing second in rebounding average while boasting a 14.2 points, 9.6 rebounds, 1.0 blocks, 0.8 steals and 1.2 treys despite having some shooting woes (38% from the field and 31% from deep) over the five games. We hope he starts over Sam Bradford to find out if the Eagles made the right move to trade up for him at No. I honestly never got to see Zubac play before this summer, but had read about him on DraftExpress where they talked about his recent international showings, Zubac averaged a sensational 17.6 points and 7.9 rebounds over 26.5 minutes per game for Croatias U19 squad in Greece to finish second among all players in PER and help his team to a silver medal. Prince was traded to Atlanta in the Jeff Teague deal, and due to the trade taking a bit to finalize, he wasnt able to practice with the Hawks summer squad, he was instead thrust right into the games later. Will they be happy with this collection of talent? Prosise and Paul Perkins could be significant Fantasy contributors in 2016, as well as down the road. The good news is he has a skill set that typically ages well, as Allen isn't . Enjoy my 2016 Post-Draft Dynasty Rookie Rankings in Cheat Sheet form: I have included a color code for Dynasty value per round. If you want to draft someone who will produce right away, you should probably look elsewhere, but long-term, its hard to deny the promise from this 7-foot-1 big man. 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I'm sure Fournette's fantasy owners will appreciate that mindset. Baldwin has great size for an NBA point guard and as DraftExpress points out, hemade 40.6% of his 199 three-point attempts during his two collegiate seasons at Vanderbilt. Lets see if he has another step in him. The second half of last season D.J. For 2016 re-draft leagues, I would rather have Coleman on my roster. Kris is just too good of a player to be limited, especially beyond his rookie season. rookies only and are best applied to dynasty leagues and rookie . NFL footage NFL Productions LLC. Since 2019, no FBS player has had more receptions of 15+ yards than Tolbert (77). 2015 college stats: 238 carries for 1,519 yards and nine touchdowns; 26 catches for 160 yards. View current ADP data. In Israel Dragan was defending small forwards on a fairly common basis and due to his excellent (for his size) lateral quickness and length, he did a quality job. They already have two young receivers with plenty of upside in DeVante Parker and Jarvis Landry. And that gives him value as a late-round pick in rookie-only drafts. There should be zero surprises about who was sitting on top of our 2023 rookie RB rankings. So athletically gifted is Marquese Chriss, always a threat to make a highlight reel play when hes on the floor. 2023 Dynasty Rookie Prospect Rankings. If Perkins shows well as a rookie he could be the Giants starter for the next several years. You probably won't want to draft from this. If youre like me, nothing beats a dynasty format in fantasy. (Lets be honest, at this point its a real crap shoot, youre just looking things over and hoping that who you take develops well and/or finds playing time sooner than expected. Shepard benefits playing opposite Odell Beckham, and he should play Randall Cobb's role for Ben McAdoo, who was a former Green Bay assistant. Playing time may not be terrific out of the gate for Thon, but after the team eventually trades away Greg Monroe who they stupidly signed a year ago, a path to more minutes will be clear. Data from 2551 fantasy football mock drafts between May 25, 2016 and September 2, 2016. He has excellent vision and is fluid when running through the tackles. 1 overall choice when it comes to keeper and dynasty rookie rankings. He could be the Texans version of Dexter McCluster or maybe even Dion Lewis. 2015 college stats: 211 carries for 1,190 yards and 12 touchdowns; 11 catches for 65 yards and two touchdowns. He is an undrafted free agent, but he signed with the right team since Frank Gore is 33 and doesn't have anyone of significance on the depth chart behind him. More info. Tyler Ervin out of San Jose State is definitely a name to watch. Ingram and second-year pro DAngelo Russell are the future of this franchise, so Ingram should see a fair share of playing time right away, while also playing with and learning from recently signed veteran, and fellow Duke attendee, Luol Deng. Top 80 rookies for dynasty leagues. Although he is not as popular as Elliot, wide receiver Tyler Boyd has found himself in a perfect situation in Cincinnati where the Bengals will look to use his vast skill set and hands of glue to their advantage. In those two games Kris averaged 34 minutes, 24 points, seven rebounds, three assists, two steals, one block and 0.5 treys while shooting 54% from the field. However, he could be a C.J. . Hes the perfect fit for this new-age of basketball where you like your bigs to be able to play inside and out. I expect dynasty owners to like, not love, this class. Josh Jacobs: RB: OAK: 21-6: 1: 2. 2023 Dynasty Superflex Rookie Rankings | 1-10 1) Bijan Robinson, RB, Texas. For his size, Skal is incredibly light on his feet, quick and has really good jumper mechanics. Twitter: @GridironSchol91 or e-mail: Audibles@aol.com. Now that the 2016 NFL draft is behind us, those of us in dynasty formats can look forward to our annual rookie drafts. Despite being one of the highest rated rookies, Derrick Henry wasnt selected until the second round because of his bruiser mentality, which can prove to have a short lifespan in the NFL. For detailed player profiles of each notable fantasy . Coming out of high school the scouts raved about the potential Brown showed flashes of, especially in AAU ball, but when he was at Cal and was given free reign (31.4% usage rate, tops in Pac-12) offensively as by far their best offensive weapon, he struggled mightily at times which isnt uncommon when the defense knows most of the plays are running through Brown. Here are my latest rookie rankings for dynasty leagues. So, while I may like a players talent/upside more overall, where they got drafted will definitely be reflected, as well as their age (age shown will be their age as of the start of the upcoming season). Being mentored by a guy like Jae Crowder should be good for Brown, Crowder wasnt a fantasy factor as soon as he hit the league either. This strategy often involves shipping away early start-up picks for future picks and/or more picks in the middle . The next season, in only 98 games, he hit 11 homers and stole 46 bases. It's hard to find a flaw with Elliott in Dallas. Also, the recent signing of Jared Sullinger doesnt do him any favors at least his rookie season. 2015 college stats: 79 catches for 1,327 yards and 14 touchdowns. He should get playing time right away in 2016. 2015 college stats: 77 carries for 408 yards and one touchdown; 29 catches for 276 yards and one touchdown. 2014. Enjoy! Note: This data is archived from 2017. The browser you are using is no longer supported on this site. If any of those guys hit, and Elliott, Doctson, Coleman and Treadwell become stars, then this class could be awesome. Still if Brice plays at his best daily in practices, I could see him getting minutes over Brandon Bass as his rookie season goes on. He did a bit of everything for the Spartans posting a regular season line of 19.2 points, 7.5 rebounds, 7.8 assists, 1.0 steals and 3.4 treys while shooting 46% from the field and 44.4% from beyond the arc. His upside is a No. In re-draft leagues, Coleman is my No. Like all the Browns receivers, there's an opportunity for playing time, which works in his favor. Green and Tyler Eifert draw the majority of the coverage, Boyd will be left to torch linebackers and third-string corners with the same legs that saw him average 13 yards a catch at Pittsburgh. How the roles shake out here is a big mystery, but Beasley isnt likely to see relevant minutes any time soon. 2015 college stats: 51 catches for 739 yards and three touchdowns. While his fantasy advice is unbiased, he's an Orlando Magic fan at heart. Laub has played fantasy football for over 25 years and provided FootballDiehards.com with weeklyplayer rankings for nearly two decades. 1. R.C.'s Articles. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Commissioner.com is a registered trademark of CBS Interactive Inc. site: fantasynews | arena: nfl | pageType: stories | Hes extremely undersized at 510 and 150lbs, but hell have time to grow in size and as an all-around player, likely in the D-League this season since Phoenix is loaded at guard. This past season was the first time Allen didn't play in at least 14 games since tearing his ACL in the first game of 2016. . Like most rookie tight ends, we might not see his potential realized until his second season. . Dynasty Rankings. The rookie shot 41% from beyond the arc last season and has a really pretty form on his jumper, and he also incorporates a nasty step-back in his arsenal. Still, the upside is real and I love taking a gamble on him after the top handful of guys are gone. 2015 college stats: 4,719 passing yards, 43 touchdowns and 13 interceptions. He started writing in 2013, and in 2014 was promoted to senior NBA writer here at The Fantasy Fix. Hes just got to figure out how to stay on his feet so that he doesnt foul out of every game he plays more than 15 minutes in, hes really, really bad at that currently, and his recognition on defense it always late, making him late to the spots he needs to be. With that said, after a decade of productivity, there's no denying that Allen is nearing the end. For now though, hell likely sit behind Tobias Harris and newly acquired Jon Leuer, but if Ellenson keeps himself in prime shape he should push for more playing time by year two. For more fantasy hoops analysis and to have any questions you may have answered, follow Zack on Twitter @BigZack44. 2015 college stats: 46 catches for 716 yards and three touchdowns. 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One red flag on Zubac for me is that he missed a lot of time in 2014 with the dreaded foot injury that so many 7-footers have went through and often have issues with long-term after it happens. I know its summer ball competition, but the Lakers dont have much of a choice and he could truly be part of the teams future if he develops well. Knowing that the Suns have alternatives in Alex Len, Dragan Bender and the option to go small-ball with Jared Dudley at the four should keep Marquese motivated to focus on rounding out his game. Henry has the most upside, starting in 2017. [] that could bust your fantasy team for both standard, and dynasty leagues for the 2016 season. Loved his game and upside out of FSU, really surprised me when I expected FSU to be all about Dwayne Bacon. Which players have the most value, not just for 2016, but for the forseeable future. 2004-2023 CBS Interactive. There just wasnt more than three or four players that I was so confident in that it was worth passing up the upside that came with Maker. Porzingis just showed more weapons on the offensive end where Bender isnt much of a creator in the half-court. Marshall landed in a great situation with the Redskins, who have Matt Jones and little else at running back this season. 1) Najee Harris (RB1 - Pittsburgh Steelers) Despite what zero RB truthers want you to believe, running backs are the backbones of your dynasty teams. My Rookie Rankings, Rookie Sleepers list and the complete Fantasy Couch Draft Kit are always at your [], Avid Bengals fan and fantasy football writer and personality for Fantasy Couch, 2016 Fantasy Football Rookie Dynasty Rankings, - Draft Simulator: Draft against the computer -. Diallo wasdrafted by a team where he gets that chance to develop his game and put on weight, and he could see playing time by 2017-18 if he continues to evolve his inexperienced game. Brice led the Tar Heels to the National Championship game his senior season and averaged a double-double (17pts 10.5rebs) over the year. Denver used Augustin and Mudiay together here and there last season, and since Murray can shoot the rock well, it helps when placed beside Mudiay who is still working on his shooting efficiency (shot under 40% from the field post-break last season). His workload in college is worrisome (593 carries over three seasons), and DeMarco Murray is only 28. Ezekiel Elliott, RB, Dallas Cowboys From the. 3 Fantasy receiver as early as 2016. If the passing game opens up in Tennessee this year than Sharpe could be a surprise. More info Note: This data is archived from 2016. At this point nothing has factually proven that Thon Maker isnt indeed 19-years-old, so I have to roll with it believing its the truth, and with that being the case, hes a freak show. All Rights Reserved. Hes got 10+ pts 8+ rebs 1+ blk upside with valuable playing time, but that us where theres an issue. Davis is just still really raw, and is a year or two away from showing us if hell become the player we have seen glimpses of. The 2016 rookie class was widely portrayed as a 'down year.' Trading 2016 picks for 2017 picks was almost impossible and at the peak, some analysts were claiming they would take a random 2017 1st over pick 1.05. . Hes buried on the depth chart for now, but has some really good vets around him to lead him if hell listen. Green for many years to come. He might not become an elite Fantasy quarterback, but he could be a Top 15 guy in the future. 2 receiver opposite Jeremy Maclin. MORE: 2023 Dynasty Rookie Rankings. The five columns to the left the player's names are (from left to right): June PPR ranking, August PPR ranking, non-PPR ranking, Superflex ranking, and tight-end premium ranking. The Raiders have said getting Latavius Murray help this offseason was somewhat of a priority, and Washington was the only running back added. Theres a real chance that Zubac could start getting relevant minutes right away if he continues to play like he did in summer league. Home About Us FAQ. I mean, hes not the best interview by any means, but hes one helluva gifted athlete. I think thats the perfect kind of player to mentor a future superstar like Ingram. 14 steals was what caught my eye the most, letting you know hes got some active hands on-ball and in passing lanes without getting in foul trouble other than one game. By Chet Gresham - @ChetGresham. 2015 college stats: 196 carries for 1,213 yards and nine touchdowns; 11 catches for 106 yards and one touchdown. Its just tough to be a fantasy producer if youre not part of the Warriors core-four. . And without further ado, here are my 2016 dynasty rookie rankings. Hes the size of todays NBA point guards and so frequently we see players like Jimmer Fredette, Ben McLemore, Trey Burke, etc.. go from being terrific scorers in college to near irrelevant when they step up to the physicality level of the NBA, and thats where I personally think Hield will find himself. It's part of the one-of-a-kind Premium Membership! The good news for Skal was that there is apparently some under the table agreement with the Kings front-office and Kentucky that they will draft all the big men from UK. Brock Osweiler also doesn't seem to be the type of quarterback to enhance his game. It's easy to get prospect fatigue, but Robinson is on a different level. Elliot landed in a perfect scenario for him, running behind that dominant Cowboys offensive line. This isnt a spot to get cute or make a stance that you think another rookie could be better in the long run, even if it is entirely possible. As I mentioned above, I like Poeltl more than Zubac right now all things squared, but Jakob is in a much less ideal situation as far as seeing floor time in the near future. Youve just got to have patience for him to add weight/strength so that he doesnt continue to get bullied by physicality on both ends. He is well-rounded, he can shoot the rock inside and out, passes well and his length helps him be a quality defender. I like the Suns bringing in Chriss and Bender to go along with Alex Len, all learning from a terrific vet, Tyson Chandler. 4y Mike Clay. He should be good as a rookie and an eventual star once the Browns figure out their quarterback situation. The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge (v80 and later), Firefox and Safari. I see the potential in him, but he has a lot of grooming to be done before hes ready to be a fantasy relevant player at this level. Higgins was the fifth receiver drafted in Cleveland in Round 5 from Colorado State, and he could be the biggest surprise of the class based on what he did in college. (OK, as much as Id love to write that much about every rookie, Im at 3600+ words through ten, so things will be a bit more brief from here forward.). 2015 college stats: 129 carries for 708 yards and three touchdowns; 37 catches for 280 yards and two touchdowns. I like Brice Johnson more than this, but he didnt land in an ideal place as far as the depth chart goes. 1 pick. Its not an easy rotation to crack in Milwaukee, but Brogdon is a really pure play overall, so he could eventually earn some PT. While he doesnt have the speed to separate from elite corners, he shouldnt be facing too many as long as A.J. Has great size, but his upside is a sixth man scoring type, and thats not gonna fly if hes shooting sub-40%. These will be updated in the months ahead, if events warrant. View current ADP data. Poeltl put up very similar numbers in the FIBA championships at U18 and U19 games as you saw listed above for Zubac, so maybe that gives you a little preview of what Zubac could have done at the college level. 2 running back in Houston this season behind Lamar Miller, but that doesn't guarantee him a big role. Valentine shot 35% from the field and 25.5% from deep in seven summer league games, so definitely hoping he can find his shooting stroke when he is playing alongside top-talent. I like that true to the real NBA feel where you have to look beyond right now, and use both statistical analysis and that good ol gut-feeling when targeting players either via trade, from free agency or in a rookie draft. He has the qualities that could eventually make him a top-60ish type fantasy player, but thats likely a couple years off. If you were looking for 2016 Redraft Rankings, you can find them here. 1 overall choice when it comes to keeper and dynasty rookie rankings. You might need some patience with Williams since he will play behind LeSean McCoy and Karlos Williams, but once McCoy (28) is gone from Buffalo he could get an extended look. Hes a year or two from even scratching the surface of playing time in San Antonio, which is never guaranteed to come around, but hes a really good tweener guard in general. Below are my latest rookie rankings for dynasty leagues. With over 1000+ 5-Star Reviews on iTunes, Dynasty Nerds is the Most trusted Source of Dynasty Fantasy Rankings, Rookie Breakdowns, Dynasty Trade Strategy. 31 out of 125. If your dynasty team is in a full-on rebuild mode, than you likely would be more willing to take a shot on a potential higher ceiling, yet more risky player who could possibly become a franchise player (like last year taking a guy like Porzingis over a safer but lower ceiling Jahlil Okafor).
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