Abanikanda would be my current pick for the best value at RB, even though I am ranking him vastly higher than his current ADP. He also had a breakout age of 19 (the age at which a running back first posts a 20% dominator rating), which is considered excellent. But ideally, he is a QB3 who can develop rather than needing instant fantasy production. I think the community went through a burnout phase with Hall because he has been around as an elite producer since he was 18 years old. He is willing to take on tacklers to gain the extra yard. It is MOCK DRAFT SEASON!!! He also used his creativity to create missed tackles and constantly kept his legs churning as he ran into defenders. For most dynasty fantasy football managers, he fills the biggest hole in rosters at the running back position. Our latest Dynasty rookie-only mock draft for one-quarterback leagues. 2022 was not as kind. Your email address will not be published. Gardner Minshew is the backup quarterback for now behind Jalen Hurts, but if Strong is healthy and can impress, hell earn a spot. 2023 dynasty fantasy football rookie drafts are coming up faster than some managers think, as there are just a couple of months until the NFL draft. Recording 95 receptions, Smith-Njigba set a Big Ten single-season record with 1,606 receiving yards in 2021. He just makes everything look easy. The odds-on favorite is Bijan Robinson, and trust me, you will see why in his rookie profile, but there are some amazing athletes behind Bijan. Hes also surprisingly agile out of inward routes like slants when he sells the outside move. Tank continued to impress in his second year at Auburn, doubling his TDs and rushing for over 1000 yards. I think if Pickett does improve upon that, we could see him checking down to Najee Harris quite a bit. Even in a Superflex dynasty league, Bijan Robinson is the 1.01 in 2023 rookie mock drafts. Got a live rookie draft with IDPs and just want the list of names? London is also one of the youngest players in the draft nit turning 21 until late July. He was average at pass-blocking, earning a 58.9 grade from PFF. 1) Breece Hall, New York Jets (RB1) Breece Hall did everything at Iowa State. Pair of rookie running backs top Michael Fabiano's 2022 sleepers list. The Dynasty Nerds team is here with Round 1 of our 1QB mock draft version 1.0. by. That leaves London, 31-year-old Cordarelle Patterson, and tight end, Kyle Pitts, as the top receiving options for newly acquired quarterback, Marcus Mariota. He is one of the slower wide receivers in this draft class. document.getElementById("comment").setAttribute( "id", "accd4728b6e677689c6b748eb9f8a0cf" );document.getElementById("fe53143262").setAttribute( "id", "comment" ); Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Dynasty Rookie Mock Draft 2022: Treylon Burks, Isaiah Spiller, and Breece Hall lead off the draft As the NFL Draft closes in, 2022 dynasty rookie mock drafts continue to fire off as managers dive into the film and analytics. Mayers movement is fluid, but he can put the shoulder down at 64 , 250 pounds, when needed. May 07, 2022. He is shifty, fast, and tough with loose hips that allow him to routinely create separation, which is the name of the game in todays NFL. Wilson is the fifth rookie receiver to go in this mock draft. With Superflex formats the quickest rising way to play dynasty, here is a 10-team 2023 Superflex Dynasty Fantasy Football Rookie Mock Draft as we begin to dial in how drafts could shake out. He capped off the year with a Cotton Bowl performance that put him on the map, rising for 205 yards and four touchdowns on 17 attempts against a favored USC. Hes going to make those Wilson-style throws during his pro day, which I find hilarious because guys have been showing off in them forever. For this 2023 dynasty football mock draft, well be using Superflex as our base roster construction and a PPR-scoring format. The big-bodied kid out of USC has shown an elite skill set reminiscent of Mike Evans. With pro days and the NFL Combine yet to take place, the early winner of the pre-draft cycle is Tyjae Spears. This landing spot is juicy from a volume standpoint. Now that the 2022 NFL Draft has come and gone, dynasty rookie drafts and dynasty startup drafts are in full swing. He is now the heir apparent to Ryan Tannehill. Well be talking about the Wilson-to-Wilson connection in no time. RB-needy teams like Carolina and New Orleans (ahem, Kamara potential suspension) could be spots where Tank could end up. White slides in as Ronald Jones Jr. exits this Tampa Bay backfield. His 1,344 yards were third-most in the nation, and he sat second in targets (156) with 96 receptions and 10 touchdowns. . Theres a road to fantasy relevancy, but its a bumpy one. The first rookie quarterback slipping to the eighth pick in this mock draft tells you all you need to know about the new guys at the position. We are at the point with the rookie wide receivers where the value enhancement is attributed more to landing spot and quarterback play than anything else. 5.10) Ronnie Bell, WR, Michigan, 6.01) Camerun Peoples, RB, Appalachian State If you draft Tucker this year, you may have to be a little patient with him as a rookie. Second Round Rookie Draft Analysis 4. Before Jameson Williamss unfortunate ACL injury in the National Championship game, there was talk he could be the first receiver off the board in the NFL Draft this spring. He may not be a contributor in his first year in the NFL, but his skill set could see him grow into a valuable all-around option. You can see these skills manifested in his power and explosiveness as he breaks tackles and runs in the open field. He runs behind his pads but is a far more impressive athlete than hes given credit. Let this be a reminder that you are welcome to do so! Additionally, his route technique needs more consistency. It still feels that not a ton of the community knows about him yet, or if they do, few are talking about him, especially on a national landscape. You may have a 2022 NFL rookie draft this weekend or sometime in the near future. Jackson profiles as a true dynasty manager's dream, showing plus grades in contact . Talent is not. Robinson is a dependable three-down weapon. Initially at Michigan, Charbonnet transferred to UCLA prior to the 2021 season and never looked back. He is also one of those guys who is just easy to support. Thats good news for Christian McCaffrey and D.J. 1 in reception share at 34.9%. The Ohio State touchdown machine is one of the latest offensive weapons to be added to Zach Wilsons arsenal. This is a low-risk pick with potentially high reward for Washington. At 60 and 220 pounds, Miller hits all of the historical benchmarks for what RB size works in the NFL. He has every right to be the No. We're finally able to look at the NFL Draft after one of if not the most insane offseason in recent history. One of the most difficult things to find in a young RB is the ability to wait for a play to develop. 2. Who did we leave out of Round 1? Not only does Abanikanda have 4.3 speed, but he might be the best in the nation in how quickly he gets to full speed. He also excels in the ever-important anticipatory throws. But guess what? If the Seahawks fall behind in games, theyll be forced to throw the ball. Jackson is still a free agent and Spiller figures to see the second-most touches in this backfield behind Ekeler now. It also could not have come at a better time, as the eyes of the NFL world were on him, and he succeeded in many areas where scouts had questions. Brooks, like Thomas, is a short, stocky defender and force against the run. Olave suffers from prospect fatigue syndrome. *Click the players image to expand profile. With the Bills moving on from Cole Beasley, Shakir could work his way onto the field in a similar role. Get ready for your rookie draft with the DynastyGM!! The biggest knock on Walkers game is the lack of ability in pass protection; that will keep him off the field early in his career. If that were the case, Pickett already brings a better arm than Ben Roethlisberger to the table, which is good news for each and every receiver. Now that the 2022 NFL Draft has come and gone, dynasty rookie drafts and dynasty startup drafts are in full swing. 1. Plus, he was top 10 in YPRR at 3.05 (minimum 40 targets). Right now, I dont see Abanikanda lower than RB7. Achanes 200m time of 20.2 was the same time as Jamaicas Yohan Blake ran this year, and hes a two-time Olympic and World Champion. No question for me Kyren is the man. Hes the wild card among the top four receivers as the home-run hitter. Kenneth Walker III walks into one of the best scenarios of any 2022 rookie this season. 2022 Dynasty 1QB Rookie Mock Draft. Nine picks after Kenneth Walker III and we finally have another rookie running back selection. Spears rushed for a whopping 1,586 yards in 2022 (fifth) with 19 touchdowns on 231 attempts, crossing the 100-yard mark nine times, including his final eight games. Addison had 13 targets vs. UCLA in Week 12 but saw just 14 over the other three games combined. Were going to have you covered with our 2022 Dynasty Rookie Draft Kit. 6.08) Travis Dye, RB, USC Tuimoloau (44) tackles Maryland Terrapins quarterback Taulia Tagovailoa (3) for a sack in the second quarter of their Big Ten game at SECU Stadium. Selected in the fifth round of the 2020 NFL Draft out of Auburn, the two share a lot of similarities. Miller is incredibly light on his feet and has an arsenal of weapons, from jukes to spin moves or even hurdles. If you have the fifth-overall pick in your rookie draft, then you likely missed the fantasy playoffs. 'https://' : 'http://') + 'my.textmagic.com';window.__tm_widget_code = 'c1fdd3a2b227843';(function() {var script = document.createElement('script');script.type = 'text/javascript';script.async = true;script.src = __tm_widget_server + '/ui/app/js/contact-form/client.js';var s = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; s.parentNode.insertBefore(script, s);})(). In this mock draft, we are going to do things slightly different. Hes someone who, when you draft, will rise in value. You dont rack up 1,593 yards and 17 TDs at Pitt en route to the Biletnikoff by mistake. While 2022 was a down year thanks to three missed games (left knee), Downs hauled in 81% of his targets (94 of 116) for 1,029 yards and 11 TDs. 2021 saw a continuation of this success, with Boutte recording a team-high 509 yards and nine touchdowns on 39 receptions despite missing the final seven games due to an ankle injury. Allen Lazard, WR . Robinson is the best, but Jahmyr Gibbs is probably my favorite RB in this class to watch. Just be aware he wont pull away, and there will be times when he splits the safeties on a big YAC play but is frustratingly caught from behind. He is a patient runner with the vision and speed to bounce outside. He is a deeper league bench option for 2022 redraft leagues and a stash for dynasty teams. 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