This week in college football, many projected later-round picks had their best game of the season and put themselves on the rise. Here are some players who are Week 13’s Offensive NFL Draft Risers because of their performances this week.
Week 13’s Offensive NFL Draft Risers
RB Devin Neal, Kansas
With his third straight 1,000-yard season in a row, Devin Neal has cemented himself as one of the Jayhawks’ best players ever. In Kansas’ third straight upset win over a Top-20 opponent, he may have had the magnum opus of his illustrious career. He accounted for 287 all-purpose yards and four scores to beat Colorado 37-21. His place on the Kansas Mount Rushmore was guaranteed following this week, and he was flat-out dominant.
Neal has plenty of fun traits that will cause scouts to fall in love with his profile over the coming months. His pure body control and always-moving-forward play style make him a potentially intriguing prospect. He’s done nothing but continue to flash it on tape. His draft stock sits around the middle of Day 3, but his mountain of film and exciting attributes could result in an earlier selection.
Potential Team Fit: Dallas Cowboys
WR Pat Bryant, Illinois
The Fighting Illini senior broke out massively in 2024 and had his best statistical game this week. With seven grabs for 197 yards and a touchdown, he was instrumental in Illinois’ 38-31 win over Rutgers. His 40-yard TD with under five seconds left broke the tie and propelled them to the victory. He showcased some sharp route running and size and physicality to win around the field and continue his stellar campaign.
Bryant’s excellent frame and already-defined skillset make him a decently high-floor NFL prospect. He has the athleticism and fluidity to glide around the field as a potential deep threat. His route-running nuance is also enough to succeed in the short game. He’s projected to float somewhere in the later rounds but his potential could cause a team to take a chance on him earlier.
Potential Team Fit: Tampa Bay Buccaneers
TE Harold Fannin Jr, Bowling Green
Fannin could be listed as a riser every week, as he’s been one of the nation’s best tight ends for multiple years now. His receiving prowess was on full display against Ball State, with nine catches for 125 yards and a score. He was able to show a high level of physicality this week as well. He was bullying defenders both through his routes and after the catch, breaking multiple tackles seemingly every time he got the ball.
The BGSU product is already regarded highly in the upcoming draft, and he continues to push for the first round. His H-Back skillset would fit perfectly with the many Air Raid offenses in the modern NFL. Fannin has 1,295 yards and nine touchdowns with one more regular season game left and is a candidate for the Mackey Award.
Potential Team Fit: Cincinnati Bengals
OL Miles Frazier, LSU
LSU desperately needed a win against Vanderbilt this weekend, and Miles Frazier was a big reason why they were able to topple them 24-17. The third-highest-graded offensive player by PFF was commanding the line of scrimmage with precision all night. He matched just about every Commodores attempt from their front seven to get to QB Garrett Nussmeier.
Frazier has quietly put together a solid senior season and is an excellent pass-blocker. His run-blocking potential was finally seen as he rotated constantly and picked up assignments smoothly. He’s shown incredible improvement from year to year and could find himself getting picked on Day 3. He’s gotten some attention recently, causing more upward movement among the media.
Potential Team Fit: Kansas City Chiefs
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