Okay, so I’ve been diving deep into dynasty fantasy football lately, and one player keeps popping up in discussions: Adonai Mitchell. I wanted to figure out his long-term value, so I started digging.
The College Breakdown
First, I went back and watched some of his college games. I wasn’t just looking at highlights; I wanted to see his route running, how he handled press coverage, and his overall presence on the field.
- Texas: I focused on his games against top competition. How did he do against, say, Alabama’s corners? Did he disappear, or did he make plays?
- Consistency: Was he a one-game wonder, or did he show flashes of brilliance throughout the season? I looked for patterns in his performance.
The Combine/Pro Day Deep Dive
Then, I moved on to the measurables. The NFL Combine and his Pro Day were crucial. These numbers aren’t everything, but they give you a baseline.
- 40-Yard Dash: I wanted to see that explosive speed.
- Vertical Jump: How high can he get up for those contested catches?
- 3-Cone Drill and Shuttle: These show his agility and ability to change direction, key for route running.
I wasn’t just looking at the raw numbers, either. I compared them to other top receivers in his draft class. Where did he rank? Was he in the top tier, middle of the pack, or below average?
Film Study 2.0
With the measurables in mind, I went back to the film. This time, I was looking at how those athletic traits translated to the field.
- Route Running: Did his speed show up on his routes? Was he creating separation?
- Hands: Did he have any drops? Was he a natural pass-catcher?
- Contested Catches: Could he go up and get the ball in traffic?
The Dynasty Outlook
Finally, I started piecing it all together. What’s the realistic expectation for Mitchell in dynasty leagues? I looked up his current average draft position (ADP) in dynasty rookie drafts. Was he going in the first round, second round, or later?
Based on how well he’s doing, and how the team is performing, I can say, I feel optimistic. There’re some areas he could improve. He had a few more drops.
My conclusion: After the long process, I finally finished the work.
