Fantasy Football Risers & Fallers: Devy Leagues (Week 11)

Week 11 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

Ian Strong (WR – Rutgers)

Rutgers wide receiver Ian Strong delivered one of his most impactful performances of the season in Week 11, catching three touchdowns in the team’s 35-20 win over Maryland. He finished with five receptions for 88 yards, showcasing the physicality and ball skills that have defined his breakout campaign. The 6-foot-3 junior now has 48 catches for 716 yards and five scores this season, emerging as a reliable red-zone target and contested-catch specialist.

Though he’s not known for top-end speed, Strong’s wide catch radius and ability to generate chunk plays make him a well-rounded NFL prospect. If he can build on this momentum and test well in the offseason, he could position himself as one of the more intriguing size-speed bets in the 2026 NFL Draft cycle.

Julian Sayin (QB – Ohio State)

Julian Sayin is quickly becoming a priority devy asset thanks to his elite efficiency and early command of Ohio State’s offense. He’s completed over 80% of his passes for more than 2,400 yards and 24 touchdowns, showcasing advanced processing, clean mechanics and the kind of poise that translates well to long-term fantasy value.

Though he lacks prototypical size, Sayin’s accuracy and decision-making provide a strong foundation for future production. If he continues to develop and tests well, he’ll be firmly in the QB1 conversation for the 2027 class and a potential cornerstone in SuperFlex leagues.

Devy Fallers

Garrett Nussmeier (QB – LSU)

Garrett Nussmeier opened the season as a devy riser after a strong Week 1 performance against Clemson. He was poised and efficient early on, showing the kind of command that had evaluators projecting a potential leap into the upper tier of draft-eligible quarterbacks.

That momentum has since faded. His production dipped over the following weeks, and he was eventually benched during LSU’s Week 11 loss to Alabama. Nussmeier completed 18-of-21 passes for just 121 yards and failed to lead a touchdown drive in the 20-9 defeat.

Nussmeier still offers NFL-level traits, but unless he reclaims the starting role and finishes the season on a high note, his draft outlook may shift toward the middle or later rounds. LSU has yet to name a starter moving forward, leaving the door open for Nussmeier to re-enter the picture if he can regain the staff’s trust.

Dylan Edwards (RB – Kansas State)

Dylan Edwards entered the transfer portal this week, closing the book on a season that never quite got off the ground. The now-former Kansas State running back was once seen as a potential sleeper in devy circles, but a leg injury in the opener derailed his progress. He appeared in just four games, finishing with 205 rushing yards and two touchdowns on the ground.

With his season cut short and a redshirt year preserved, Edwards heads into 2026 with two years of eligibility remaining and a chance to reset his trajectory at a new program. However, rebuilding that value will hinge on staying healthy, earning touches, and reestablishing trust within a new locker room.