Jim Moorman | Tue, Jan 13th 2026, 7:11am EST

Devy Fantasy Football Rankings (2026)

We are right in the thick of the College Football Playoff (CFP). With the regular season in the books, it’s the perfect time to dive into my updated devy fantasy football rankings. The 2025 season brought massive shifts in player value, and staying ahead of those trends is the only way to dominate your upcoming drafts.

The devy landscape is as chaotic as ever, with the transfer portal officially open and thousands of players seeking new teams. I’ve broken down my top devy prospects for each relevant position, including those eligible for the 2026 NFL Draft.

Devy Fantasy Football Rankings

I won’t be covering incoming freshmen for this article, but keep an eye on our FantasyPros devy rankings (150+ prospects) — we’ll be adding those rookies to the queue shortly.

Quarterback

QB1: Fernando Mendoza (QB – Indiana) | 2026

Fernando Mendoza is the heavy favorite to go first overall to the Las Vegas Raiders in the 2026 NFL Draft. He’ll be targeted early in 2026 Superflex rookie drafts, but expect him to go through some growing pains with that putrid offensive line.

QB2: Dante Moore (QB – Oregon) | 2026

I assume Dante Moore declares and is taken second overall by the New York Jets. Like Mendoza, I believe in the talent, but I question his fantasy ceiling.

QB3: LaNorris Sellers (QB – South Carolina) | 2027

I was surprised to see LaNorris Sellers stick with the Gamecocks after the season they had. We’ll see if the offensive line can actually protect him in 2026. His Komani Code playstyle is exciting for fantasy, but the floor is incredibly low.

QB4: Arch Manning (QB – Texas) | 2027

An up-and-down year for Arch Manning has led him to run it back with the Longhorns for one last ride. I need to see him improve as a processor before I can fully buy in.

QB5: Julian Sayin (QB – Ohio State) | 2027

Julian Sayin had a tremendous 2025 campaign, especially considering it was his first year starting. He’s one of the most accurate passers in the country and should be the Heisman favorite next season. He just doesn’t have the same ceiling as Sellers and Manning.

Running Back

RB1: Jeremiyah Love (RB – Notre Dame) | 2026

Jeremiyah Love is the 1.01 in 2026 rookie drafts, regardless of league format. Love is as versatile as they come and will be a top-five dynasty running back before stepping onto an NFL field.

RB2: Justice Haynes (RB – Michigan) | 2027

To the surprise of many, Haynes has entered the transfer portal, rather than declare for the 2026 NFL Draft. He was having a monster year before his foot injury in November, which required surgery. If he stays healthy next season, I expect he’ll be the RB1 of the 2027 NFL Draft class.

RB3: Bo Jackson (RB – Ohio State) | 2028

Bo Jackson just put up nearly 1,300 scrimmage yards and seven touchdowns as a true freshman in the Big Ten. He could absolutely end up in the same spot as Love when it’s his turn to declare, as the consensus 1.01 in 2028 rookie drafts.

RB4: Jonah Coleman (RB – Washington) | 2026

Jonah Coleman is simply an efficient, grind-it-out runner that NFL scouts are going to love. I expect Day 2 draft capital, and he has the receiving chops to take on a three-down role on Sundays.

RB5: Ahmad Hardy (RB – Missouri) | 2027

After an elite true freshman year at Louisiana-Monroe, Ahmad Hardy transferred to Missouri and put up even better numbers in 2025. He may be the best true rusher in the FBS. The problem is that he’s a non-factor in the receiving game.

RB6: Kewan Lacy (RB – Ole Miss) | 2027

Kewan Lacy was the ultimate workhorse in 2025, ranking third in SEC history with 24 rushing touchdowns. He’ll be in the running for 2027’s RB1 overall.

RB7: Isaac Brown (RB – Louisville) | 2027

I don’t love that Isaac Brown elected to stay at Louisville, given how talented that backfield should be next season. I do believe Brown is the best of that group, however. Think De’Von Achane in terms of NFL comps.

RB8: Ousmane Kromah (RB – Florida State) | 2028

I’ve cooled on Ousmane Kromah a bit since this time last year, especially now that we know Quintrevion Wisner will be a Seminole next season. Still, his high school tape was special. Kromah is the perfect combination of size, strength and agility.

Wide Receiver

WR1: Jeremiah Smith (WR – Ohio State) | 2027

When it’s all said and done, Jeremiah Smith may go down as the best college wide receiver prospect ever. He’s the locked and loaded 1.01 for 2027 rookie drafts, and may end up being a first-round pick in dynasty Superflex startups as a rookie.

WR2: Makai Lemon (WR – USC) | 2026

I absolutely love Makai Lemon’s game for PPR formats. He’s a target merchant who plays bigger than his listed size and is explosive after the catch. He’s my WR1 of the 2026 NFL Draft class, and the potential 1.02 in dynasty Superflex rookie drafts.

WR3: Jordyn Tyson (WR – Arizona State) | 2026

Jordyn Tyson’s game is smooth as butter. He’s a route technician with tremendous ball skills and body control. We just need him to stay healthy.

WR4: Carnell Tate (WR – Ohio State) | 2026

Carnell Tate won’t blow you away with his athleticism, but if you throw it up for grabs in his vicinity, you can trust he’ll come down with the ball every time. I expect he’ll be a reliable No. 2 WR in the NFL and a must-start in fantasy.

WR5: Nick Marsh (WR – Indiana) | 2027

Nick Marsh is one of the most athletically gifted X receivers in college football, but his production was capped at Michigan State due to poor quarterback play. That won’t be the case at Indiana, with TCU transfer Josh Hoover at the helm. I expect Marsh to deliver in 2026.

WR6: Cam Coleman (WR – Texas) | 2027

Cam Coleman is a similar archetype to Nick Marsh. The sky is the limit now that it’s been announced he will be playing with Manning in Texas.

WR7: Malachi Toney (WR – Miami) | 2028

Malachi Toney’s true freshman season has been truly special, and he’s continued his dominance into the College Football Playoff. If you get the ball in Toney’s hands, he’ll take care of the rest.

WR8: Dakorien Moore (WR – Oregon) | 2028

Dakorien Moore didn’t have quite the freshman year Toney had, but he was the best receiver prospect in that class coming out of high school, and in a tier of his own. His twitchiness and route-running chops are second to none.

Tight End

TE1: Trey’Dez Green (TE – LSU) | 2027

Death. Taxes. Trey’Dez Green touchdowns. Green is arguably the biggest red-zone threat in college football, standing at 6-foot-7 with a freakish wingspan. He’s strong, versatile, athletic and moves like a wide receiver. Green is the TE1 overall in devy leagues

TE2: Kenyon Sadiq (TE – Oregon) | 2026

I don’t fully understand the excitement with Kenyon Sadiq in the dynasty community. He’s undersized, has never been an elite producer and has previously dealt with drop issues. But if he goes in the first round of the draft, as many project, he probably deserves the two-spot here.

TE3: Eli Stowers (TE – Vanderbilt) | 2026

Probably my favorite 2026 tight end prospect; it just doesn’t appear Eli Stowers will get near the same draft capital as Sadiq. But converting to tight end from quarterback tells you everything you need to know about Stowers as an athlete.

TE4: Michael Trigg (TE – Baylor) | 2026

Michael Trigg was a human highlight reel for Baylor this season. The concern is that it took him five years to break out. He’s a tough prospect to pin down, but the athleticism is there. He should dominate the relative athletic score (RAS) grading system.

TE5: Tanner Koziol (TE – Houston) | 2026

Tanner Koziol proved his production at Ball State was legitimate, continuing to demand targets after making the jump to the Power Four. I’m concerned he doesn’t have the physicality to be trusted in-line, but if he’s running routes, he’s going to score fantasy points.

Thank you for taking the time to check out this article. If you have any dynasty, devy or C2C-related questions, I can be reached on X @jim_DFF.

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