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No Time to Waste | Ten Players to Stash in Dynasty NOW
Ten players to stash in dynasty leagues now before they break out in 2026
Devaughn Vele
WR · NO · 28 yrs · exp 2 · Utah
Status
- Game status
- Active
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From latest snapshot · trend vs ~7d prior when data allows.
Value
1,417
Rank
#371
Pos rank
#133
7d trend
-2.5% (7d vs prior)
Value history (90d)
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Latest: Jul 24, 2026 · 1,417
News
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The Battle Begins: A look at several WRs fighting for a spot on a crowded Saints roster
Going into last season, the New Orleans Saints ’ wide receiver room had one proven answer and a bunch of possibilities. This offseason, however, the front office made the position a focal point. The Saints went into the draft and came away with three wide receivers, the highest being Jordyn Tyson, who was selected with the eighth overall pick. The additions of the three rookies, along with veterans Devaughn Vele and Chris Olave , mean the Saints already have five receivers who appear to be in strong position to make the roster before minicamp even begins. But they didn’t stop there. Kevin Austin Jr. , Ronnie Bell , Damien Alford, Mason Tipton , Bub Means , Trey Palmer , and Ja’Lynn Polk were all part of the wide receiver room heading into rookie minicamp. Most of them already have some familiarity with the organization, having spent time with the Saints previously. Then, following rookie minicamp, the Saints signed rookie wide receiver Brock Rechsteiner, adding him to the roster for OTAs and minicamp. The Saints will not carry 13 wide receivers into the regular season. Typically, the team keeps six receivers on the active roster along with a few more on the practice squad. Barion Brown was initially expected to make the roster primarily because of his return ability, but throughout the offseason he has showcased his receiving skills and appears to be growing into a much larger offensive role. That likely eliminates the need to keep another receiver solely as a specialist. This means the remaining eight receivers on the roster could be battling for just one spot. That competition should be fascinating to watch. Mason Tipton has been around the Saints organization for a while, and every offseason he flashes potential. He received some game opportunities last season and performed adequately, but now he must prove he can take the next step. Bub Means was drafted by the Saints in the fifth round of the 2024 NFL Draft. The expectation was that he could develop into the big-bodied possession receiver the Saints have been missing since Michael Thomas left the team. For one reason or another, it has not come together for him yet. Trey Palmer is a veteran who has spent time in the league and has been a reliable contributor for the Buccaneers as both a receiver and returner. Since arriving in New Orleans , however, injuries have slowed his progress. Perhaps this will be the year he can finally showcase his skills and earn a roster spot. Kevin Austin Jr. is another receiver who has now been with the Saints for two seasons. During that time, he has appeared in 16 games, recording 24 receptions for 291 yards and one touchdown. There is still plenty of untapped potential there. Ja’Lynn Polk was acquired by the Saints in a trade after suffering a season-ending shoulder injury. The Saints are believed to be very high on Polk’s potential, but this will be his first real opportunity to show why the organization traded for him. Ronnie Bell was added late last season and appeared in the Saints’ final game, catching two passes for 23 yards. Bell has been in the league since 2023 and is still searching for the opportunity to establish himself as a consistent roster player. Damien Alford is one of the more intriguing prospects in the group. The 6’5″, 215-pound receiver went undrafted in 2025 but was selected first overall in the CFL Draft. The Saints signed him to a reserve/futures contract in 2026, giving him an opportunity to compete for a roster spot. Perhaps the most intriguing prospect of all is rookie Brock Rechsteiner. Rechsteiner is the son of WWE Hall of Famer Scott Steiner, better known as “Big Poppa Pump.” At 6’2″ and 225 pounds, he has excellent size for the position. He impressed during rookie tryouts and continued to perform well throughout rookie minicamp. Rechsteiner played at Jacksonville State and finished his collegiate career with 53 receptions for 629 yards and seven touchdowns. Did the Saints find a diamond in the [... truncated ...]
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Saints Reacts Results: What position group are you watching the closest during minicamp?
Saints fans are keenly focused on the wide receiver battle during minicamp, with Chris Olave, Ja'Lynn Polk, and Ronnie Bell among the key players
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Devaughn Vele heavily added (#21)
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Sleeper trending/add: Devaughn Vele (11834) count=1358 (Δ1358 vs prior poll)
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Devaughn Vele — Active
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Sleeper status change for Devaughn Vele (11834). Before: status=Active, injury_status=Questionable. After: status=Active, injury_status=
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Devaughn Vele heavily dropped (#7)
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Sleeper trending/drop: Devaughn Vele (11834) count=10794 (Δ10794 vs prior poll)
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Devaughn Vele - Facing competition from rookies
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Vele (shoulder) faces increased competition for playing time and targets after the Saints used three picks on wide receivers in the 2026 NFL Draft, Katherine Terrell of ESPN.com reports. New Orleans used the No. 8 overall pick on Jordyn Tyson, who figures to start alongside Chris Olave from Day 1, and later on the Saints took Bryce Lance in the fourth round and Barion Brown in the sixth. Acquired from the Broncos during the preseason last summer, Vele appeared in 13 regular-season games for the Saints, making seven starts, and produced a 25-293-2 line on 39 targets. Following the trade of Rashid Shaheed to Seattle, Vele became a starter but was injured in Week 15 and missed the final three contests. Capable of playing the slot or outside and on special teams, Vele should have a role in 2026, but the target competition is much stiffer
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