Devin Gardner

Gardner waited very patiently for three years while Denard Robinson hogged the spotlight at quarterback for Michigan, even turning himself into a standout receiver for the Wolverines to pass time until Robinson's graduation. Injury forced Robinson off the field late in 2012, though, and Gardner played so well in Robinson's place that he was arguably the more valuable player. Gardner has rare athleticism, as evidenced by his 101 yards and seven touchdowns on the ground and 16 catches for 266 yards and four scores in 2012, but it was in the passing game that he took Michigan to the next level. In just five games Gardner threw for 1,219 yards, 11 touchdowns and five interceptions, and he'll likely thrive again this year with standout receiver Jeremy Gallon and tight end Devin Funchess returning.

Denard Robinson has a hold on the starting quarterback role as he enters his senior season as a third-year starter, but Gardner will usually get a couple designed plays a game at quarterback. Gardner is a strong athlete who can make big plays, but barring a Robinson injury, probably won't see the field enough to make any sort of fantasy impact. He attempted only 23 passes last season and rushed 25 times. However, Robinson has shown a tendency to get hurt as he is undersized for someone who carries the ball as often as he does. If he is out at any point, Gardner's value shoots up.