The conclusion of the NFL draft means the beginning of dynasty rookie drafts across the fantasy football landscape. Below you’ll find the fantasy rankings for the top 136 players in this year’s class, along with a brief blurb on the top 50 and a few additional players from there.
Why 136? I could give you some fancy-sounding answer, but really, it was all the players I covered before the draft. If you’re interested in reading those profiles, you can follow these links: quarterbacks, running backs, wide receivers, and tight ends. Be sure to also check out my dynasty rookie draft board with strategy on how to draft each position in your 2017 dynasty rookie drafts.
1. Corey Davis, WR, TEN
Wide receivers have a longer dynasty shelf life than running backs, and Davis lands in a good spot as a potential immediate No. 1 with an ascending quarterback.
2. Christian McCaffrey, RB, CAR
It’s an intriguing landing spot for McCaffrey, but one with room to grow with Jonathan Stewart on his way out of the league.
3. Leonard Fournette, RB, JAX
Sure, there’s a chance that Fournette is the next Ezekiell Elliott, but there’s also a chance he’s the next Todd Gurley. The latter may be more likely, given the state of the Jaguars' offensive line.
4. Joe Mixon, RB, CIN
It’s a somewhat crowded house in the Cincinnati backfield, but Mixon has the talent to rise to the top. The bigger fantasy concern is the Bengals' depleted offensive line.
5. Mike Williams, WR, LAC
There are a lot of mouths to feed in Los Angeles (that’s still weird to say), but this ranking is reflective of Williams’ long-term outlook.
6. Dalvin Cook, RB, MIN
Dynamic on the field, Cook has the makings of a future RB1 with three-down chops. In the short-term, he’ll compete with Latavius Murray and Jerick McKinnon for touches.
7. Kareem Hunt, RB, KC
One of the biggest post-draft risers, Hunt lands in an ideal spot in the Chiefs’ RB-friendly scheme. He has a shot to beat out Spencer Ware for starting duties in Year 1.
8. JuJu Smith-Schuster, WR, PIT
He doesn’t fit the mold of recent Steelers’ wideouts, but Smith-Schuster could be in store for a healthy target share, especially if Martavis Bryant doesn’t keep on the straight and narrow.
9. O.J. Howard, TE, TB
Some may have him higher, but the concern with tight ends is the steep learning curve. It’s extremely rare for tight ends to immediately produce. That said, he’s still a future TE1 with elite long-term fantasy potential.
10. John Ross, WR, CIN
The landing spot bumps Ross’s fantasy value down a notch. Andy Dalton isn’t known for his arm strength, and A.J. Green will still dominate the target share.
11. Alvin Kamara, RB, NO
Yes, it’s quite crowded in the Saints’ backfield, but this is a tremendous spot for Kamara’s skill-set.
12. David Njoku, TE, CLV
Cleveland’s quarterback situation muddies things in the short-term for Njoku, but he should see significant snaps in 2017 after the Browns cut ties with Gary Barnidge.
13. Evan Engram, TE, NYG
The mismatch tight end gives Eli Manning and the Giants yet another receiving weapon.
14. Samaje Perine, RB, WAS
Built like a brick house, Perine should beat out Rob Kelley for the early-down duties in the Washington backfield.
15. Zay Jones, WR, BUF
Buffalo isn’t a pass-friendly offense, but Jones has the potential to see strong volume in the short-term, especially if Sammy Watkins continues to be dinged up.
16. Carlos Henderson, WR, DEN
He’ll play third-fiddle in Denver initially, but Henderson’s run-after-catch ability still makes him a very appealing long-term option.
17. Curtis Samuel, WR, CAR
The Percy Harvin-esque weapon will man the slot for the Panthers. His dynamic ability means boom-or-bust fantasy upside.
18. D'Onta Foreman, RB, HST
Lamar Miller struggled as the Texans’ every-down workhorse last year, which means Foreman has a chance of usurping some of the veteran's early-down work.
19. Chris Godwin, WR, TB
Don’t expect the Penn State speedster to pay immediate fantasy dividends, but Godwin’s long-term outlook is rosy with ascending QB Jameis Winston throwing him the ball.
20. Jamaal Williams, RB, GB
The Packers addressed their need at running back on Day 3 of the draft. Williams was the first RB selected by Green Bay, and the most likely to get the first crack at unseating Ty Montgomery.
21. Deshaun Watson, QB, HST
This isn’t an exceptional quarterback class, but Watson lands in a great spot with a solid surrounding cast where he could potentially be a Day 1 starter.
22. ArDarius Stewart, WR, NYJ
It’s a poor short-term landing spot, but Stewart has the profile of a future producer if the Jets are able to address their need at quarterback.
23. Taywan Taylor, WR, TEN
The hyper-productive receiver who excels after the catch steps into a thin depth chart and has the potential to contribute early.
24. Deshone Kizer, QB, CLV
He may be forced onto the field earlier than he should be, but Kizer’s upside is still very appealing as a long-term fantasy option.
25. Patrick Mahomes, QB, KC
Unlike Kizer, Mahomes will likely have the benefit of sitting for at least one season. He’s extremely raw, but could be a monster if he takes well to Andy Reid’s tutelage.
26. Joe Williams, RB, SF
There’s been rumblings about the new 49ers regime not being entirely sold on Carlos Hyde. Williams has the athletic profile to excel in Kyle Shanahan’s system.
27. Marlon Mack, RB, IND
With Frank Gore almost certainly coming to the end of his lengthy career, the door is open for Mack to become the Colts' back of the future.
28. Jeremy McNichols, RB, TB
McNichols has a similar skill-set to Charles Sims, and could supplant him in the Buccaneers' offense.
29. Mitch Trubisky, QB, CHI
Questions abound for Trubisky following just one year of production at the college level. He offers upside, but is the least desirable of the first four quarterbacks in this year’s class.
30. Josh Reynolds, WR, LAR
Reynolds has a high ceiling and lands on a thin depth chart. That said, he will also have Jared Goff throwing him the ball.
31. James Conner, RB, PIT
Le’Veon Bell’s new backup has value if/when Bell gets injured.
32. Dede Westbrook, WR, JAX
The speedster likely won't see much work initially with the Jaguars fairly set at wide receiver, but his long-term upside is worth a bench spot in deep dynasty leagues.
33. Wayne Gallman, RB, NYG
Lackluster from an athletic standpoint, but Gallman could get an opportunity in the Giants’ backfield.
34. Donnel Pumphrey, RB, PHI
Hyper-productive, but undersized. Pumphrey appears to be Philadelphia’s heir apparent to Darren Sproles.
35. Gerald Everett, TE, LAR
The athletic former basketball player has the potential to be used like Jordan Reed in Sean McVay’s offense.
36. Aaron Jones, RB, GB
Jamaal Williams is the favorite to compete with Ty Montgomery, but don’t overlook Jones. He was extremely productive at UTEP.
37. Adam Shaheen, TE, CHI
Zach Miller isn’t getting any younger, so Shaheen could be the Bears’ long-term answer at tight end.
38. Chad Williams, WR, ARZ
The size/speed receiver lands in a favorable offense for fantasy purposes.
39. Chad Hansen, WR, NYJ
He could be slightly buried on the depth chart, but Hansen’s downfield ability is appealing.
40. Kenny Golladay, WR, DET
Big and fast, Golladay has the potential to be an immediate No. 3 for the Lions.
41. Jonnu Smith, TE, TEN
An athletic move option who slots in behind the aging Delanie Walker.
42. Cooper Kupp, WR, LAR
Not the best landing spot for the ultra-productive small schooler.
43. Isaiah Ford, WR, MIA
He tested poorly in the pre-draft process, but was productive at Virginia Tech.
44. Josh Malone, WR, CIN
Malone is another speedster for Andy Dalton and company. He could have trouble getting on the field initially, however.
45. Bucky Hodges, TE, MIN
Hodges could stay at wide receiver, which would be a killer for his fantasy value.
46. Malachi Dupre, WR, GB
Green Bay is a great landing spot for Dupre, but the Packers do have a fairly crowded wide receiver depth chart.
47. Amara Darboh, WR, SEA
The Seahawks don’t run a wide-open offense, which tends to be a bad thing for fantasy value.
48. Mack Hollins, WR, PHI
There isn’t an easy path to playing time early in his career, but Hollins’ long-term upside is worth a dynasty bench spot.
49. Elijah McGuire, RB, NYJ
He was very productive at UL-Lafayette, but McGuire isn’t likely to be on the fantasy radar in the short-term.
50. Tarik Cohen, RB, CHI
Jordan Howard is cemented in as the Bears' feature back, but Cohen has the potential to contribute on passing downs.
51. Davis Webb, QB, NYG
52. Brian Hill, RB, ATL
53. Robert Davis, WR, WAS
The combine standout is a deeper name to know with opportunity to contribute on a thin Redskins wide receiver depth chart.
54. Travin Dural, WR, NO
55. Ryan Switzer, WR, DAL
56. Joshua Dobbs, QB, PIT
57. Ishmael Zamora, WR, OAK
58. T.J. Logan, RB, ARZ
David Johnson’s potential backup in 2017.
59. Michael Roberts, TE, DET
60. Noah Brown, WR, DAL
61. George Kittle, TE, SF
62. Chad Kelly, QB, DEN
Kelly can do great things on the field — he can also do stupid things on and off the field.
63. Elijah Hood, RB, OAK
64. KD Cannon, WR, SF
65. Jehu Chesson, WR, KC
66. Shelton Gibson, WR, PHI
67. Jeremy Sprinkle, TE, WAS
68. Nathan Peterman, QB, BUF
69. C.J. Beathard, QB, SF
70. Corey Clement, RB, PHI
The power back has an opportunity to contribute immediately, despite being a UDFA.
71. Devante Mays, RB, GB
72. Jake Butt, TE, DEN
73. Keon Hatcher, RB, OAK
74. Trent Taylor, WR, SF
75. DeAngelo Yancey, WR, GB
76. Chris Carson, RB, SEA
Carson showed explosive numbers in the jumps at the combine, but Seattle’s crowded depth chart isn’t ideal.
77. Amba Etta-Tawo, WR, JAX
78. De'Angelo Henderson, RB, DEN
79. Justin Davis, RB, LAR
80. I'Tavius Mathers, RB, JAX
81. Jordan Leggett, TE, NYJ
Leggett was a productive receiver at Clemson, but the Jets seem to be allergic to tight ends.
82. Matthew Dayes, RB, CLV
83. Darreus Rogers, WR, SEA
84. Rodney Adams, WR, MIN
85. Eric Saubert, TE, ATL
86. Pharaoh Brown, TE, OAK
87. De'Veon Smith, RB, MIA
88. Brad Kaaya, QB, DET
89. Stacy Coley, WR, MIN
90. Jahad Thomas, RB, DAL
91. Isaiah McKenzie, WR, DEN
92. David Moore, WR, SEA
93. Gabe Marks, WR, NYJ
94. Stanley Williams, RB, CIN
95. Kendrick Bourne, WR, SF
Cooper Kupp’s teammate was productive at Eastern Washington, but is a longshot to make much an impact as a pro.
96. Travis Rudolph, WR, NYG
97. Zach Pascal, WR, WAS
98. Khalfani Muhammad, RB, TEN
99. Mason Schreck, TE, CIN
100. Victor Bolden Jr., WR, SF
101. Noel Thomas Jr., WR, DET
102. Fred Ross, WR, CAR
103. Darrell Daniels, TE, IND
104. Ricky Seals-Jones, WR, ARZ
105. Austin Carr, WR, NE
106. Drew Morgan, WR, MIA
107. Cooper Rush, QB, DAL
108. Johnny Mundt, TE, LAR
109. Nick Mullens, QB, SF
Mullins once played through a bone popping through the skin on his throwing hand.
110. Damore'ea Stringfellow, WR, MIA
111. Robert Tonyan, TE, DET
112. Quincy Adeboyejo, WR, BLT
113. Dare Ogunbowale, RB, HST
114. Karel Hamilton, WR, CIN
115. Zach Terrell, QB, BLT
116. Krishawn Hogan, WR, ARZ
117. James Quick, WR, WAS
118. Cole Hikutini, TE, SF
119. Jerome Lane, WR, IND
120. Greg Ward Jr., WR, PHI
Ward is a converted quarterback with ideal athletic traits, but a longshot to make it in the NFL.
121. Alek Torgersen, QB, ATL
122. Rushel Shell, RB, PIT
123. Michael Rector, WR, DET
124. Scott Orndoff, TE, PIT
125. Kermit Whitfield, WR, CHI
126. Antonio Pipkin, QB, ARZ
127. Bug Howard, WR, IND
128. Trey Griffey, WR, JAX
Griffey didn’t follow in his father’s and grandfather’s footsteps as a baseball player.
129. Hayden Plinke, TE, SEA
130. Tony Stevens, WR, KC
131. Tim White, WR, BLT
132. Wes Lunt, QB, MIN
133. Anthony Auclair, TE, TB
134. Sefo Liufau, QB, TB
135. Trevor Knight, QB, ARZ
136. Blake Jarwin, TE, DAL
Not ranked
Taquan Mizzell, RB, BLT
Jordan Johnson, RB, BUF
Joel Bouagnon, RB, CHI
Tion Green, RB, DET
Brandon Radcliff, RB, IND
Austin Ekeler, RB, LAC
Terrell Newby, RB, MIN
Matt Breida, RB, SF
Josh Magee, WR, ATL
Deante Burton, WR, ATL
Reginald Davis III, WR, ATL
Tim Patrick, WR, BLT
Austin Duke, WR, CAR
Tanner Gentry, WR, CHI
Jhajuan Seales, WR, CHI
Corey Smith, WR, CIN
Deante' Gray, WR, HST
Justin Hardee, WR, HST
Shaq Hill, WR, HST
Kenneth Walker III, WR, JAX
Andre Patton, WR, LAC
Artavis Scott, WR, LAC
Francis Owusu, WR, MIA
Malcolm Lewis, WR, MIA
Cody Hollister, WR, NE
Ahmad Fulwood, WR, NO
Keeon Johnson, WR, NYG
Brisly Estime, WR, NYJ
Isaac Whitney, WR, OAK
Jesus Wilson, WR, TB
Thomas Sperbeck, WR, TB
Tyler O'Connor, QB, CIN
Austin Appleby, QB, DAL
Kyle Sloter, QB, DEN
Taysom Hill, QB, GB
Phillip Walker, QB, IND
Eli Jenkins, QB, LAC
Dane Evans, QB, NYJ
Nick Schuessler, QB, PIT
Skyler Howard, QB, SEA
Tyler Ferguson, QB, TEN
Franko House, TE, CHI
Zach Conque, TE, HST
Colin Jeter, TE, IND
Wyatt Houston, TE, KC
Sean Culkin, TE, LAC
Josiah Price, TE, MIN
Jacob Hollister, TE, NE
Colin Thompson, TE, NYG
Tyrone Swoopes, TE, SEA
Kody Kohl, TE, TEN
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