Subscribe to the Feed
Follow us on Twitter
Join us on Facebook
Connect thru YouTube
Fantasy Football Tools
It’s amazing how many emails I’ve gotten over the past few weeks about dynasty rankings. I guess these dynasty/keeper/rookie drafts are taking place earlier than I thought, and my clients and visitors need some rankings!!
Fair enough.
I’ve spent the better part of the last week analyzing and reading and researching local newspapers to try and get a grasp on how these rookies are going to be used in Year 1 and beyond with their respective teams. So I’ve finally come up with cumulative rankings for all the rookies that will be updated throughout the off-season.
If you notice an error or omission from this list, please shoot me an email: craig@fantasyfootball.com
RANKINGS — TOP 50 (Offense Only)
1. Julio Jones, WR, Falcons — Might not be as talented as A.J. Green, but steps into a better opportunity right away.
2. Mark Ingram, RB, Saints — Might have chased Reggie Bush out of town. Will get plenty of touches.
3. A.J. Green, WR, Bengals — Long term value is great, but the uncertainty at QB and WR in Cincy limits his value a little in Year 1.
4. Daniel Thomas, RB, Dolphins — Don’t see Brown and Williams back. Miami is always going to be a run-first team.
5. Mikel Leshoure, RB, Lions — Jahvid Best might not be able to handle the every-down duties, but Leshoure can.
6. Jonathan Baldwin, WR, Chiefs — I’m higher on this guy than most, but anyone who can jump as high as him is worth taking a chance on.
7. Cam Newton, QB, Panthers — I guess I’m in the small minority here, but I think his upside his HUGE!!
8. Ryan Williams, RB, Cardinals — I’m just not sure the Cardinals are built to run yet, but they will get there and Williams will have a lot of value.
9. Randall Cobb, WR, Packers — Taking a big chance here, but I love this guy’s talent and the situation couldn’t be any better.
10. Torrey Smith, WR, Ravens — Derrick Mason could be in his last year and I don’t see Housh lasting much longer.
11. Leonard Hankerson, WR, Redskins — You know Daniel Snyder likes to spend money and there’s no doubt they will have a franchise QB soon.
12. Shane Vereen, RB, Patriots — Will start his career with Tom Brady as his QB and Bill Belichick as his coach… can’t really complain about that.
13. Roy Helu Jr., RB, Redskins — If you believe Ryan Torain won’t get injured again, think again. Helu fits very well in this offense.
14. Greg Little, WR, Browns — Didn’t play for the Tar Heels last year because of suspension, but don’t underestimate this guy.
15. Greg Salas, WR, Rams — I’m a little hesitant about Hawaii wide receivers, but this guy can flat out play.
16. Kendall Hunter, RB, 49ers — He’s going to pass Anthony Dixon on the depth chart and I know Frank Gore is going to miss some time.
17. Vincent Brown, WR, Chargers — Talented WR who gets one of the best passing offenses in the game.
18. Demarco Murray, RB, Cowboys — Might be a little high, but this guy will eventually be the every-down back in Dallas.
19. Kyle Rudolph, TE, Vikings — Won’t “wow” you with superior athleticism, but does everything well.
20. Blaine Gabbbert, QB, Jaguars — David Garrard clearly isn’t the answer, and after another slow start this season, Gabbert might be called on.
21. Colin Kaepernick, QB, 49ers — The Alex Smith experiment is over. Kaepernick will bring a whole new dimension to this offense soon.
22. Jacquizz Rodgers, RB, Falcons — An upgraded version of Dexter McCluster in a better offense.
23. Delone Carter, RB, Colts — With Joseph Addai expected to hit free agency, Carter becomes a possible RB1 in a great offense.
24. Titus Young, WR, Lions — Good speed with great hands and will help on special teams.
25. Edmund Gates, WR, Dolphins — GM Jeff Ireland said “we got a lot better today” after drafting Gates. Enough said.
26. Jake Locker, QB, Titans — Basically takes over a decent offense by default.
27. Bilal Powell, RB, NY Jets — Might be a year or two before he becomes a factor, but he’s a legit every down back.
28. Christian Ponder, QB, Vikings — Even though I’m not a big fan, someone has to throw the ball to Sidney Rice and hand it to AD.
29. Taiwan Jones, RB, Raiders — Though he was a virtual no-name in college, you can’t argue with his numbers.
30. Alex Green, RB, Packers — He’s deep on the Green Bay depth chart right now, but some have compared him to Arian Foster.
31. Dion Lewis, RB, Eagles — Joins his college teammate, LeSean McCoy, in a talented Philly backfield. Smallish but tough.
32. Jordan Todman, RB, Chargers — Built to be an every-down back in the NFL, but has to work his way past Ryan Mathews.
33. Andy Dalton, QB, Bengals — Really showed his grit in the Rose Bowl vs. Wisconsin. Ready-made offense waiting for him.
34. Denarius Moore, WR, Raiders — Though it’s too early to compare him to someone like Cris Carter, all he does is catch touchdowns.
35. Allen Bradford, RB, Bucs — Tough to see Blount losing his job anytime soon, but Bradford could replace Caddy after this year.
36. Cecil Shorts, WR, Jaguars — The good news is… he’ll compete for a job right away. I’m just not sure how productive he’ll be.
37. Jamie Harper, RB, Titans — Chris Johnson has 674 carries over the past two seasons. Harper is a bowling ball ready to take some of those.
38. Da’Rel Scott, RB, Giants — 5.6 yards per carry at Maryland. Lightning fast and will learn behind Jacobs and Bradshaw.
39. Ryan Mallett, QB, Patriots — Much like Rodgers learned behind Favre, Mallett gets tutored by Brady.
40. Jordan Cameron, TE, Browns — A phenomenal athlete with raw receiving skills who might be a few years away.
41. Lance Kendricks, TE, Rams — This guy is a receiver in a tight end’s body.
42. Ronald Johnson, WR, 49ers — All the talent in the world but does have a chip on his shoulder and might not be a team player.
43. Jerrel Jernigan, WR, Giants — Solid all-around receiver who will help on special teams.
44. Austin Pettis, WR, Rams — These Boise State receivers were drafted for a reason… they were coached well and don’t come with baggage.
45. Johnny White, RB, Bills — Quite possibly the most versatile RB drafted. Started as a WR then converted to a RB. Will help on all downs.
46. Niles Paul, WR, Redskins — Good-sized receiver who will get more chances to catch the ball than he did at Nebraska.
47. Robert Housler, TE, Cardinals — The fastest TE in the draft and comes from a pro-style offense.
48. Tandon Doss, WR, Ravens — Big receiver who can also play special teams.
49. Dwayne Harris, WR, Cowboys — You never know how Dez Bryant is going to pan out with his off-the-field issues.
50. Jeremy Kerley, WR, NY Jets — Special teams stud who should take over for Brad Smith (I don’t expect him to be re-signed).
nice job Craig.. yes it is needed. Rookie dynasty drafts are done earlier.
Will these rankings be updated? Dynasty draft coming up.
Dynasty draft in less than a week.Is it possible to get an update on the list? Questions for LaShoure and Mallet how many years before they are a major factor for their teams.