Josh Pate labeled Dylan Sampson a steal if he slips past Day 2 because speed‑obsessed scouts are ignoring real football production. Sampson, the 2024 SEC Offensive Player of the Year with 22 rushing TDs, was "the engine" of Tennessee’s offense in a year the Vols leaned on defense and the ground game. Pate noted Sampson repeatedly took over contests in the deepest conference, even while competing with Boise State star Ashton Jeanty for national accolades. Although his straight‑line 40 time may top out in the mid‑4.5s, Sampson’s contact balance and short‑area burst translate to chain‑moving reliability—exactly what fantasy managers need. Pate trusts him for 17–18 carries plus goal‑line work right away and recommends dynasty drafters treat him as a top‑five rookie RB, while bettors can look at long‑shot Offensive Rookie of the Year odds before the market adjusts.