Fantasy Football 2020: Dynasty rookie Wide Receiver rankings

Wide Receiver Rankings: Tier 3

12. Chase Claypool, Notre Dame (projected: 3rd – 4th)

6’4” 238lbs, 4.42 40yd

Claypool is a rare bird. He has the speed of a wide receiver but is trapped in a tight end body. He projects as Mike Evans or Vincent Jackson at the next level, but his 40 time is more impressive than both of those players. That 40 time is equally as impressive as DK Metcalf running a 4.33 last year when adjusting for size. The Notre Dame product flashed in his senior year, producing over 1000 yards and 13 touchdowns. He commanded a whopping 28% of the air targets in that offense. He was productive in his Junior year as well, commanding just under 18% of the target share.

13. Tyler Johnson, Minnesota (projected: 4th – 5th)

6’2” 206lbs

Johnson was one of the most productive college wide receivers in this class. At Minnesota he commanded over 30% of the air targets in his sophomore, junior and senior seasons. As a senior he caught 81% of his targets, amassing 1,318 yards and 13 touchdowns. The knock on Johnson is his athletic ability. He chose not to participate in the NFL combine because he felt he was not where he wanted to be, physically speaking. He struggled to separate against high level cornerback play, but showed excellent instincts and ball skills. His upside is capped, but a team will get an intelligent, possession receiver. He reminds me of Tyler Boyd.

14. Devin Duvernay, Texas (projected: 5th – 6th)

5’11” 200lbs, 4.39 40yd

Duvernay had a very good combine, showing elite speed with above average explosiveness. It makes sense, as he was the Texas high school state champion in the 100 meter dash. At Texas, he saved his best production for his senior season, commanding 26% of the teams air targets and contributing as a kick returner. He is strong at the catch point, showcasing elite hands to go along with his elite speed. One theory for his lack of production in his first three seasons at Texas is poor technique and tight hips. John Brown and Tyler Lockett provide comparable measurables for Duvernay.

15. Brandon Aiyuk, Arizona State (projected: 3rd – 4th)

6’0” 205, 4.50 40yd

Aiyuk is a polarizing prospect. There has been talk that he is a Round 1 talent. If he is drafted that high, then he will surely move up on my draft board. My issue with Aiyuk is that he was only productive in his second season at Arizona State, after attending Junior College out of high school. He also received a medical red flag at the Senior Bowl. Aiyuk is a polished athlete, showcasing a 40 inch vertical along with 4.5 speed. However, his route running and physicality are sub-par.

He will be a special team contributor with the potential to develop into a WR2-3.