Fantasy Football: Top 15 Deep Sleepers for 2016 Season
By Charles Lam
Fantasy Football Top 15 Deep Sleepers for 2016 – Number One: Devin Funchess
Carolina Panthers wide receiver, Devin Funchess is receiving high praise for Panthers beat reporter David Newton on Twitter.
Just now on @NextLevelFF, @DNewtonespn says "it wouldn't surprise me if Devin Funchess outperforms Kelvin Benjamin this year" #Panthers
— Mike Clay (@MikeClayNFL) August 15, 2016
That’s almost crazy talk but I like it. Funchess played the role of speedster last year. He blew the top off of defenses utilizing his speed to get open for Cam Newton. Funchess is a giant at 6’5″ 230 lbs. That’s a big receiver.
Wide receivers coach Ricky Proehl, suggested that Funchess is pushing Kelvin Benjamin for the number one spot.
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“To be honest with you, where Devin is right now and where Kelvin needs to get to, I think Devin is pushing Kelvin,” Proehl said. “He’s realizing, ‘I’ve got to get back, I’ve got to push, because this guy (Funchess) is pretty dang good.'”
That’s some quote. If he thinks that, I think fantasy players should take note. Especially those who participate in dynasty leagues.
Funchess had 31 catches for 473 yards and five touchdowns during the 2015 season. I expect those numbers to come up due to the praise the Carolina coaching staff has for Funchess and the abilities he has.
Funchess has the potential to be the steal of the draft this season. He’s currently ranked as the 49th best receiver and is going 118 overall. Plan accordingly to nab this guy in your draft.
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