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Revenge of the Birds fantasy football takes on Devin Duvernay
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All Revenge of the Birds insights about Devin Duvernay
NegativeRoleSep 9, 2026
Duvernay is listed in the Cardinals' receiver room but will most likely be strictly a kickoff and punt returner, not a pass-catching option in the offense.NegativeRoleSep 1, 2026
Kept on the final roster as the team's designated returner for both punts and kickoffs; his retention was expected due to his special teams role, though most teams keeping a receiver who is also a return man typically retain only six receivers total, not seven.NegativeRoleAug 18, 2026
Signed to a one-year, $1.85 million contract to be the Cardinals' return man; will not receive many offensive snaps this season. Has not proven in training camp he is the right guy for kickoff or punt return, but has a strong history at both positions. Ran a 4.39 40-time with a 35.5" vertical leap, 10'-3" broad jump, and 6'-3 ¼" wingspan; was a track star who won the 2015 100-meter 6A State Championship in high school. Must prove he can handle both kickoff and punt return aspects of special teams to make the roster; otherwise, other receivers will outplay him for the spot.PositiveRoleAug 16, 2026
Duvernay's job on the roster is assumed to be returning both kickoffs and punts. He had a 21-yard kickoff return and an 8-yard punt return, establishing himself as the primary return specialist.PositiveRoleJul 31, 2026
Cardinals' primary return man for both kickoffs and punts in 2026, replacing a committee approach from 2025. Former track star with strong return metrics: 13.8 punt return average and 27.5 kickoff return average. Made Pro Bowl in 2021 and 2022 as AFC specialist while with Chicago Bears. Source states 'by bringing in Duvernay, this is one less problem box that doesn't need to be checked. He will handle it,' indicating confidence in his ability to stabilize and improve the return game.PositiveRoleJul 31, 2026
Return man handling both kickoff and punt duties for 2026; former track star with 13.8 punt return average and 27.5 kickoff return average; made Pro Bowl in 2021 and 2022 as AFC specialist; source describes him as 'very good returner' and 'key weapon who was able to flip the field,' noting his arrival solves a major special teams problem box.PositiveRoleJul 23, 2026
Duvernay, age 28, is featured in the Cardinals' new LaFleur offense imported from the Rams and 49ers. At 28, he is among the older players on a notably young roster, providing veteran stability in the wide receiver room.NegativeRoleJul 22, 2026
Devin Duvernay is listed as the backup slot receiver behind Kendrick Bourne. The source indicates the Cardinals are showing patience and confidence in Duvernay's abilities. However, the worst-case scenario mentioned is that Duvernay, as a retreaded player, cannot generate production in the short game that the new offense offers, suggesting uncertainty about his fit in the new scheme.