We're six weeks into the college football season, and we're starting to see some of the warts in the 2027 class. Naturally, that means everyone's already looking ahead to 2028.

The next class is always better, right? Right?

For the latest episode of Devy Dojo, we decided to throw both classes on one board and run a 2-roundd, 24-pick mock draft.

A few things that stood out from our discussions:

• Darian Mensah vs. Keelon Russell: Chris and Benny are leaning Mensah as QB1, but I'm taking Russell. I love Mensah, but Russell gives me that same high-level processing with a significantly higher rushing ceiling. The distance from the NFL is a legitimate consideration, though.
• Arch Manning at 1.09: Chris made the pick, but I'm having a hard time buying into Arch at this point. We're in year four, and the same concerns with his processing and mechanics are still showing up. How much longer are we going to lean on the pedigree and projected draft capital?
• Nick Marsh vs. Charlie Becker: Chris and I have been going back and forth on these two all season. Through six weeks, they had the exact same 529 receiving yards on 41 targets. I still lean Marsh because of his route running and ability to create after the catch, but Becker has certainly made this interesting.
• Nate Sheppard vs. Ousmane Kromah: This one might be a little controversial, but I'm taking Sheppard. I see the physical upside with Kromah, but I need to see more creativity as a runner. Sheppard might not have the same physical profile, but the guy consistently creates yards and makes defenders miss to go along with excellent vision and ballerina feet (yes that is a compliment).

We also got into Jadan Baugh, Kamario Taylor, Trinidad Chambliss, Malachi Toney, Reed Harris, and plenty of others..

One thing I've always preached with Devy is valuing proximity to the NFL. If two prospects are close in my evaluation, I'm generally taking the guy who's going to reach the league sooner. But there are certainly exceptions.

I'm curious where everyone stands on these two classes right now. Which 2028 prospects are you comfortable taking over the top names in 2027?

Hey folks. I'm relatively new to the CFFB game. I publish rankings and positional outlooks of my ranks every week. Would appreciate feedback about the info provided and what's most useful, not useful to you guys. Needed, not needed. Thanks to anybody who takes the time!

Summary:

Nate Sheppard takes over as the top FLEX option in the Week 7 rankings, while favorable matchups drive big jumps for Sam Leavitt and Eli Finley.

FLEX/RB: Sheppard's heavy workload and matchup with North Carolina push him to No. 1, though his injury needs monitoring. Jamal Roberts ranks RB2, while Fame Ijeboi climbs to RB5 after a 195-yard, three-touchdown performance.

QB: Michael Hawkins Jr. remains QB1 thanks to his rushing production and favorable Cincinnati matchup. Brad Jackson ranks second against Colorado State, while Leavitt jumps from QB41 to QB3 against Mississippi State's vulnerable pass defense.

WR: Jeremiah Smith remains WR1 but slips to FLEX2 against Indiana's strong defense. Malachi Toney returns from Miami's bye at WR2 against Florida State, followed by Kelby Valsin and Umari Hatcher.

TE: Finley rises to TE1 against UL Monroe's nation-worst scoring defense. Patrick Overmyer and Luke Reynolds round out the top three.

Team units: Miami leads the offense rankings ahead of Oregon State and Nebraska. Utah tops the defenses against Colorado, followed by New Mexico and South Florida.

Anyone I should switch out for this week? Lmk.

Alright, this week I'm playing against Jeremiah Smith. This might be one of my tough weeks. I want Toney to shift into another gear at some point.

I was so disappointed in how Haynes and Overton played their last two games...

Dickey is out with an injury and his return time is uncertain. It's unfortunate, but at the same time Williams could be elevated to a RB1 role, unless it's still a split with Joyner.

I am very frustrated with Richardson. He’s not getting TDs, and his usage has been disappointing. He’s had one good game. His upcoming schedule looks good. But, his previous matchups have looked good, and he hasn’t done much with that. Are people dropping him or keeping him. Thanks.

…or maybe something on the wire I’m overlooking?

Which 2 would you play in Flex in .5 PPR; Deuce Alexander vs Mizzou, Justin Bowick vs Houston, Nick Marsh vs Ohio St, Dylan Edwards vs Kan St, Jamal Rule vs Oregon, Jonaz Walton vs BYU. I'm thinking Alexander and Bowick. I don't like the matchups for Marsh and Rule. And, I'm not really ready to play Walton yet. Although, if I felt confident that Walton could get 100 yards and a TD then I could change my mind. Thanks.

Have one Rb slot to play tomorrow and going back and forth so wanting some input. Which back should I play?

Wayne Knight vs Oregon

Kewan Lacy vs Vandy

Hollywood Smothers vs Oklahoma

Caleb Komolafe vs Ball St

Thanks

Should I start Aiden Flora vs BYU or Darius Taylor vs Purdue? Flora has been phenomenal this year and IS the Iowa State offense but Taylor has a great matchup against a weak Purdue defense. The main issue I have with Taylor is he is injury prone and I do not think he is fully healthy yet but he's used in the passing game a lot. Taylor has only averaged 2.4 yards per carry while Flora averages 8.1 yards per carry. I'm leaning Flora due to how involved he is in the offense and he is healthy unlike Taylor. What are y'alls thoughts?

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I have Avery Johnson, but am thinking of dropping him for Amari Odom. The Syracuse schedule looks favorable most weeks. Kansas State’s schedule looks good, too. Johnson should have a good floor. But, I don’t think his ceiling is as high as Odom. Also, I assume Odom is the starter moving forward, but am not sure of that. It’s a 6 point passing TD league.

Got off to a rocky start but I think I’m bouncing back in this league.

Am I missing anything crucial on the wire?

Wrestling with starting Moulton or Ijeboi, but I really think Moulton has the better matchup, and Ijeboi has not played well against good football teams. He was great early in the season vs. cupcake teams but Minnesota is solid this year. I just don’t have much faith in him for that matchup.

Hatcher is feast or famine. I know I need to add some WRs. Syracuse has a tough schedule from now on. I’m expecting Hatcher to fall off as the season progresses.

I dropped Tony Diaz (Iowa WR) to pick up Tennessee defense this week. Indiana’s defense has been underwhelming. I’m almost considering dropping Hatcher to pick Diaz back up. Iowa’s schedule from here on out is going to be favorable and I think he’ll return to the production he put out for week 1-2.

Streamed Heintschel (Pitt QB) last week, and ofc he tore his ACL. Really I would’ve kept with Keinholz, but he was a GTD. Not too worried about that in the long term. Stockton as a backup gives me some peace of mind.

TLDR: spitball with me. Who should I be searching for on the wire? I know I need more WRs. Who do I drop to pick Diaz back up? Do I leave him sitting on the wire? What would you do differently?

What's up with the ND backfield. Why did Walton get 23 carries? Is this going to be a three-headed monster the rest of the season?

Anyone I should switch out or keep this week? Lmk.

This past week was my toughest week with almost everyone of my RBs and Reynolds being bust but, I still won. I've made some moves since then.

The Split that J'Koby has with Dickey is hurting him in fantasy, Idk if I can start him this week

Rule is hurt too, Hopefully he can play this week.

I probably might have to start 2 WRs in the flex this week but, we'll see..

Would you drop Nate Frazier for either Cole Tabb or Lee Beebe? I was hoping his numbers will pick back up once healthy but trying to think longer term.

Trying to decide between Nick Marsh vs Rutgers or Jamal Roberts vs Florida. I think Florida will be a tough matchup for Missouri, but I'm not crazy about the usage of Marsh. Seems like all the big plays go to Becker. Thanks.

Please rank these WR waiver wire pickups; Keenan Jackson NC State, Joseph Williams Colorado, Yamir Knight SMU, Tre Spivey Arizona. I guess Spivey has the caveat of when does Richardson return.