Fantasy Football Risers & Fallers: Devy Leagues (Week 5)

Week 5 of the college football season delivered high-stakes matchups, shocking upsets and standout performances from players across the country. In this weekly breakdown, we examine the aftermath of the weekend’s action, spotlighting the biggest devy fantasy football risers and fallers in the college football landscape.

Created by Scott Fish in the 1990s, the devy format is rapidly gaining traction as one of the most exciting formats in fantasy football. Often described as a “dynasty league on steroids,” devy fantasy football allows managers to draft and stash college players well before they declare for the NFL Draft.

The devy format demands deeper research and sharper projections than a traditional dynasty league, but we’re here to help you navigate it every step of the way. Each week, we’ll highlight the most significant value shifts based on NCAA action and what it means moving forward.

When we talk about risers, we’re referring to players whose value has climbed due to strong on-field performance. For fallers, the picture is more complex. Injuries, reduced playing time and other situational factors can all contribute to a drop in perceived value.

Devy Fantasy Football Risers & Fallers

Devy Risers

Ty Simpson (QB – Alabama)

Ty Simpson’s breakout performance in Alabama’s 24-21 road win over Georgia has vaulted him into the devy spotlight. The redshirt junior quarterback completed 24-of-38 passes for 276 yards and accounted for three total touchdowns, including a rushing score, against a defense that hadn’t lost at home in nearly six years.

Through four games in 2025, Simpson has thrown for 1,138 yards, 11 touchdowns and zero interceptions while completing nearly 70% of his passes. With his blend of arm talent, mobility and mental processing, he’s rapidly climbing devy boards and positioning himself as a future NFL prospect.

Waymond Jordan (RB – USC)

Waymond Jordan has quickly become one of the most dynamic running backs in college football. The JUCO transfer from Hutchinson Community College in Kansas has rushed for 537 yards and five touchdowns on 77 carries through five games, averaging seven yards per attempt.

Jordan delivered a statement performance against Michigan State in Week 3, piling up 157 yards on 18 carries. He followed that up with 94 yards and two touchdowns in USC’s narrow 34-32 defeat to Illinois.

At 5-foot-9 and 210 pounds, Jordan has terrific contact balance and has totaled 586 yards from scrimmage without a fumble. With his workload increasing and USC’s offense firing on all cylinders, Jordan is positioning himself as an appealing prospect for dynasty managers and NFL scouts alike.

Devy Fallers

Jackson Arnold (QB – Oklahoma)

Jackson Arnold’s stock has taken a noticeable hit following back-to-back SEC losses that exposed key flaws in his game. The junior signal-caller struggled mightily against his former team in Week 4, absorbing a staggering 10 sacks in Auburn’s 24-17 defeat to Oklahoma.

In Week 5, Arnold did little to quiet those concerns. He threw for just 125 yards with zero passing touchdowns in a 16-10 loss to Texas A&M, which underscored his struggles against pressure and his inability to generate explosive plays in key moments.

Once seen as a rising devy prospect, Arnold now faces growing doubts about his long-term upside. With Auburn’s offense stalling and his pocket struggles mounting, he’ll need a quick turnaround to stay on the radar for dynasty managers and scouts.

Antonio Williams (WR – Clemson)

Antonio Williams has seen his devy stock dip after an early-season hamstring injury and Clemson’s ongoing offensive struggles. The junior wideout missed two games and has yet to regain his 2024 form, while the Tigers’ offense ranks near the bottom nationally in scoring.

With quarterback Cade Klubnik struggling to generate explosive plays, Williams’ impact has been muted, even when healthy. Once viewed as a polished, NFL-ready prospect, Williams now trails peers in more dynamic systems and needs a strong second half to climb back into Day Two consideration.