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AUSTIN, TEXAS - SEPTEMBER 21: Arch Manning #16 of the Texas Longhorns warms up before the game against the Louisiana Monroe Warhawks at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium on September 21, 2024 in Austin, Texas. (Photo by Tim Warner/Getty Images)
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CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - SEPTEMBER 7: Chris Brazzell II #17 of the Tennessee Volunteers prepares for a play during the game against the NC State Wolfpack in the Duke's Mayo Classic at Bank of America Stadium on September 7, 2024 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by Lance King/Getty Images)

Wide Receiver Chris Brazzell II Looked Raw

By Daniel Kelly | November 9, 2025
KNOXVILLE, TN - SEPTEMBER 14: Tennessee Volunteers wide receiver Chris Brazzell II (17) celebrates with...
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TUCSON, AZ - OCTOBER 19: Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders congratulates Colorado Buffaloes cornerback Colton Hood #3 after he intercepted a pass during a football game between the University of Colorado Buffaloes and the University of Arizona Wildcats. October 19, 2024 at Arizona Stadium in Tucson, AZ. (Photo by Christopher Hook/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Colton Hood Best Colorado Cornerback in 2024

By Daniel Kelly | November 6, 2025
ORLANDO, FL - SEPTEMBER 28: Colorado Buffaloes cornerback Colton Hood (3) walks the field during...
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AUSTIN, TEXAS - NOVEMBER 01: Arch Manning #16 of the Texas Longhorns warms up prior to the game against the Vanderbilt Commodores at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium on November 01, 2025 in Austin, Texas. (Photo by Kenneth Richmond/Getty Images)

Arch Manning Concerns Coming Into Focus vs. No. 9 Vanderbilt

By Daniel Kelly | November 3, 2025
AUSTIN, TEXAS - NOVEMBER 01: Arch Manning #16 of the Texas Longhorns reacts during the...
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ARLINGTON, TX - SEPTEMBER 28: Texas A&M Aggies linebacker Cashius Howell (#18) lines up before the snap during the college football game between the Arkansas Razorbacks and Texas A&M Aggies on September 28, 2024, at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, TX. (Photo by Matthew Visinsky/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Cashius Howell Wants to get to the Quarterback

By Daniel Kelly | November 2, 2025
COLLEGE STATION, TEXAS - OCTOBER 26: Cashius Howell #18 of the Texas A&M Aggies breaks...
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IOWA CITY, IOWA- NOVEMBER 02: Offensive linemen Gennings Dunker #67, Logan Jones #65, Connor Colby #77, Beau Stevens #70 and Mason Richman #78 of the Iowa Hawkeyes walk to the line during the first half against the Wisconsin Badgers, at Kinnick Stadium. on November 2, 2024 in Iowa City, Iowa. (Photo by Matthew Holst/Getty Images)

Iowa Right Tackle Gennings Dunker Loves Pancake Blocks

By Daniel Kelly | October 30, 2025
IOWA CITY, IA - OCTOBER 12: Iowa Hawkeyes offensive lineman Gennings Dunker (67) blocks downfield...
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STARKVILLE, MS - OCTOBER 25: Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) looks to pass the ball during the college football game between the Texas Longhorns and the Mississippi State Bulldogs on October 25, 2025, at Davis Wade Stadium in Starkville, Mississippi. (Photo by Jason Homan/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Arch Manning Clutch Performance vs. No. 49 Mississippi State

By Daniel Kelly | October 27, 2025
STARKVILLE, MISSISSIPPI - OCTOBER 25: Arch Manning #16 of the Texas Longhorns warms up before...
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ATHENS, GEORGIA - SEPTEMBER 27: Ty Simpson #15 of the Alabama Crimson Tide celebrates after beating the Georgia Bulldogs 24-21 at Sanford Stadium on September 27, 2025 in Athens, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

Rajvir Bal Compares Ty Simpson to Andy Dalton

By Rajvir Bal | October 26, 2025
COLUMBIA, MISSOURI - OCTOBER 11: Quarterback Ty Simpson #15 of the Alabama Crimson Tide warms...
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COLUMBUS, OHIO - SEPTEMBER 07: Defensive lineman Kayden McDonald #98 and Linebacker Arvell Reese #20 of the Ohio State Buckeyes reacts to a play during the game against the Western Michigan Broncos at Ohio Stadium on September 07, 2024 in Columbus, Ohio. (Photo by Jason Mowry/Getty Images)

Ohio State Linebacker Arvell Reese Disappointing 2024 Game Film

By Daniel Kelly | October 23, 2025
COLUMBUS, OHIO - SEPTEMBER 07: Linebacker Arvell Reese #20 of the Ohio State Buckeyes tackles...
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LEXINGTON, KENTUCKY - OCTOBER 18: Arch Manning #16 of the Texas Longhorns runs with the ball against the Kentucky Wildcats at Kroger Field on October 18, 2025 in Lexington, Kentucky. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)

Arch Manning Inconsistent Game Manager vs. No. 79 Kentucky

By Daniel Kelly | October 20, 2025
LEXINGTON, KENTUCKY - OCTOBER 18: Arch Manning #16 of the Texas Longhorns runs with the...
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TUSCALOOSA, ALABAMA - SEPTEMBER 7: Ty Simpson #15 of the Alabama Crimson Tide warms up prior to kickoff against the South Florida Bulls at Bryant-Denny Stadium on September 7, 2024 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. (Photo by Brandon Sumrall/Getty Images)

Ty Simpson Progressed on his 2022, 2023, and 2024 Game Film

By Daniel Kelly | October 19, 2025
TUSCALOOSA, ALABAMA - AUGUST 31: Ty Simpson #15 of the Alabama Crimson Tide warms up...
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SOUTH BEND, IN - OCTOBER 12: Stanford Cardinal OLB David Bailey (23) during a college football game between the Stanford Cardinal and Notre Dame Fighting Irish on October 12, 2024 at Notre Dame Stadium in South Bend, IN (Photo by James Black/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

David Bailey Understands the Art of Leverage

By Daniel Kelly | October 16, 2025
BERKELEY, CALIFORNIA - NOVEMBER 23: Fernando Mendoza #15 of the California Golden Bears looks to...
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DALLAS, TX - OCTOBER 11: quarterback Arch Manning (16) of the Texas Longhorns passes during the first half against the Oklahoma Sooners on October, 11th, 2025 in Dallas Texas. (Photo by William Purnell/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Arch Manning Dinks and Dunks His Way to Victory

By Daniel Kelly | October 13, 2025
DALLAS, TX - OCTOBER 11: Quarterback Arch Manning #16 of the Texas Longhorns warms up...
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SALT LAKE CITY, UT - SEPTEMBER 23: Dante Moore #3 of the UCLA Bruins throws a pass during the first half of their game against the Utah Utes at Rice-Eccles Stadium September 23, 2023 in Salt Lake City, Utah. (Photo by Chris Gardner/Getty Images)

QB Dante Moore Has Tunnel Vision

By Daniel Kelly | October 12, 2025
STANFORD, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 21: Dante Moore #3 of the UCLA Bruins warms up during...
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BLACKSBURG, VIRGINIA - NOVEMBER 30: Mansoor Delane #4 of the Virginia Tech Hokies in the second half during a game against the Virginia Cavaliers at Lane Stadium on November 30, 2024 in Blacksburg, Virginia. (Photo by Ryan Hunt/Getty Images)

Mansoor Delane Showed First Round Skill Set on 2024 Film

By Daniel Kelly | October 9, 2025
BLACKSBURG, VA - NOVEMBER 09: Virginia Tech Hokies defensive back Mansoor Delane (4) attempts to...
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GAINESVILLE, FLORIDA - OCTOBER 04: Arch Manning #16 of the Texas Longhorns is sacked by Tyreak Sapp #94 of the Florida Gators during the second half of a game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on October 04, 2025 in Gainesville, Florida. (Photo by James Gilbert/Getty Images)

Arch Manning Didn’t Look Comfortable vs. No. 51 Florida

By Daniel Kelly | October 6, 2025
GAINESVILLE, FLORIDA - OCTOBER 04: Arch Manning #16 of the Texas Longhorns throws a pass...
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LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - NOVEMBER 16: Makai Lemon #6 of the USC Trojans runs a route during the first half against Nebraska Cornhuskers at United Airlines Field at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on November 16, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Ric Tapia/Getty Images)

Former NFL Scout Impressed by USC Receiver Makai Lemon

By Daniel Kelly | October 4, 2025
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 20: Makai Lemon #6 of the USC Trojans runs after...
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IOWA CITY, IA - OCTOBER 12: Iowa safety Deshaun (8) tackles Washington wide receiver Denzel Boston (12) as he catches a five-yard pass for a touchdown during a college football game between the Washington Huskies and the Iowa Hawkeyes, on October 12, 2024, at Kinnick Stadium, Iowa City, IA. (Photo by Keith Gillett/IconSportswire)

Big Receiving Target Denzel Boston

By Daniel Kelly | October 1, 2025
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON - NOVEMBER 2: Denzel Boston #12 of the Washington Huskies runs after the...
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COLUMBUS, OH - NOVEMBER 09: Purdue Boilermakers running back Reggie Love III (23) is tackled by Ohio State Buckeyes safety Sonny Styles (6), defensive tackle Hero Kanu (93) and defensive end Eddrick Houston (96) during the game against the Purdue Boilermakers and the Ohio State Buckeyes on November 9, 2024, at Ohio Stadium in Columbus, OH. (Photo by Ian Johnson/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Ohio State Linebacker Sonny Styles Provides Some Support

By Daniel Kelly | September 28, 2025
COLUMBUS, OH - NOVEMBER 23: Ohio State Buckeyes safety Sonny Styles (6) lines up on...
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WEST LAFAYETTE, INDIANA - OCTOBER 18: Kenyon Sadiq #18 of the Oregon Ducks runs the ball against the Purdue Boilermakers at Ross-Ade Stadium on October 18, 2024 in West Lafayette, Indiana. (Photo by Justin Casterline/Getty Images)

Oregon Tight End Kenyon Sadiq Has More to Prove

By Daniel Kelly | September 25, 2025
ANN ARBOR, MI - NOVEMBER 2: Kenyon Sadiq #18 of Oregon before a game between...
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AUSTIN, TEXAS - SEPTEMBER 20: Arch Manning #16 of the Texas Longhorns celebrates in front of Antavious Fish #6 of the Sam Houston State Bearkats after a rushing touchdown in the first quarter at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium on September 20, 2025 in Austin, Texas. (Photo by Tim Warner/Getty Images)

Arch Manning Gets Back to Basics vs. No. 117 Sam Houston

By Daniel Kelly | September 22, 2025
AUSTIN, TX - SEPTEMBER 20: Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) throws the ball during...
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BOULDER, CO - NOVEMBER 29: DJ McKinney #8 of the Colorado Buffaloes lines up on defense against the Oklahoma State Cowboys in the second quarter at Folsom Field on November 29, 2024 in Boulder, Colorado. (Photo by Dustin Bradford/Getty Images)

Colorado Cornerback DJ McKinney Sits Outside First Round

By Daniel Kelly | September 21, 2025
BOULDER, CO - AUGUST 29: Colorado cornerback DJ McKinney (8) during the college football game...
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COLUMBUS, OHIO - DECEMBER 21: Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Carnell Tate (17) catches the football in action during the College Football Playoff First Round game between the Tennessee Volunteers and the Ohio State Buckeyes at Ohio Stadium on December 21, 2024 in Columbus, Ohio. (Photo by Robin Alam/ISI Photos/Getty Images)

Ohio State Wide Receiver Carnell Tate Has Great Hands

By Daniel Kelly | September 18, 2025
COLUMBUS, OHIO - NOVEMBER 09: Wide receiver Carnell Tate #17 of the Ohio State Buckeyes...
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AUSTIN, TX - SEPTEMBER 13: Quarterback Arch Manning #16 of the Texas Longhorns readies for a long snap during the college football game between Texas Longhorns and UTEP Miners on September 13, 2025, at Darrell K Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, TX. (Photo by David Buono/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Arch Manning Regresses vs. No. 122 UTEP

By Daniel Kelly | September 15, 2025
AUSTIN, TX - SEPTEMBER 13: Quarterback Arch Manning #16 of the Texas Longhorns throws an...
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JACKSONVILLE, FL - NOVEMBER 02: Georgia Bulldogs linebacker CJ Allen (3) lines up for a play during the game between the Georgia Bulldogs and the Florida Gators on November 2, 2024 at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fl. (Photo by David Rosenblum/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Georgia’s Linebacker CJ Allen Goes Through the Motions

By Daniel Kelly | September 12, 2025
ATLANTA, GA - AUGUST 31: Georgia Bulldogs linebacker CJ Allen (3) tackles Clemson Tigers running...
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CLEMSON, SOUTH CAROLINA - NOVEMBER 23: Antonio Williams #0 of the Clemson Tigers looks on after scoring a touchdown against the Citadel Bulldogs at Memorial Stadium on November 23, 2024 in Clemson, South Carolina. (Photo by Isaiah Vazquez/Getty Images)

Clemson Wide Receiver Antonio Williams Fits NFL’s Timeline

By Daniel Kelly | September 9, 2025
CLEMSON, SC - OCTOBER 19: Clemson Tigers wide receiver Antonio Williams (0) during a college...
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AUSTIN, TX - SEPTEMBER 06: Quarterback Arch Manning #16 of the Texas Longhorns under center before a snap during the college football game between Texas Longhorns and San Jose State Spartans on September 6, 2025, at Darrell K Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, TX. (Photo by David Buono/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Arch Manning “Rebounds” vs. No. 96 San Jose State

By Daniel Kelly | September 8, 2025
AUSTIN, TX - SEPTEMBER 06: Quarterback Arch Manning #16 of the Texas Longhorns throws for...
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EUGENE, OREGON - APRIL 26: Isaiah World #76 of the Oregon Ducks looks on during the Oregon spring game at Autzen Stadium on April 26, 2025 in Eugene, Oregon. (Photo by Soobum Im/Getty Images)

Oregon Left Tackle Isaiah World is on First Round Watch List

By Daniel Kelly | September 6, 2025
SAN DIEGO, CA - OCTOBER 21: Nevada head coach Ken Wilson talks with offensive lineman...
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MADISON, WISCONSIN - NOVEMBER 16: Defensive end Matayo Uiagalelei (10) of the Oregon Ducks in action during a game between the Wisconsin Badgers and the Oregon Ducks at Camp Randall Stadium on November 16, 2024 in Madison, Wisconsin. (Photo by Robin Alam/ISI Photos/Getty Images)

Oregon Edge Matayo Uiagalelei is a Difficult Evaluation

By Daniel Kelly | September 3, 2025
ANN ARBOR, MI - NOVEMBER 2: Matayo Uiagalelei #10 of the Oregon Ducks lines up...
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COLUMBUS, OHIO - AUGUST 30: Arch Manning #16 of the Texas Longhorns throws a first half pass while playing the Ohio State Buckeyes at Ohio Stadium on August 30, 2025 in Columbus, Ohio. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)

Baptism by Fire for Arch Manning vs. No. 3 Ohio State

By Daniel Kelly | September 1, 2025
COLUMBUS, OHIO - AUGUST 30: Arch Manning #16 of the Texas Longhorns throws a first...
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TUSCALOOSA, ALABAMA - SEPTEMBER 28: Trevor Etienne #1 of the Georgia Bulldogs rushes behind Xavier Truss #73 against LT Overton #22 of the Alabama Crimson Tide during the first quarter at Bryant-Denny Stadium on September 28, 2024 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

LT Overton is a Defensive Battering Ram

By Daniel Kelly | August 31, 2025
TAMPA, FL - DECEMBER 31: Alabama Crimson Tide defensive lineman LT Overton (22) pursues a...
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Purdue defensive back Dillon Thieneman #31 fumbles a second punt against the Wisconsin Badgers at Camp Randall Stadium in Madison, Wisconsin, on October 5, 2024. (Photo by Ross Harried/NurPhoto via Getty Images)

Safety Dillon Thieneman is Undependable

By Daniel Kelly | August 28, 2025
WEST LAFAYETTE, INDIANA - SEPTEMBER 14: Dillon Thieneman #31 of the Purdue Boilermakers looks on...
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GAINESVILLE, FL - NOVEMBER 23: Florida Gators defensive lineman Caleb Banks (88) reacts after a play during the game between the Florida Gators and the Mississippi Rebels on November 23, 2024 at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium at Florida Field in Gainesville, Fl. (Photo by David Rosenblum/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Gators’ Defensive Tackle Caleb Banks is Coming on Strong

By Daniel Kelly | August 25, 2025
GAINESVILLE, FLORIDA - NOVEMBER 23: Caleb Banks #88 of the Florida Gators reacts during the...
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TUCSON, ARIZONA - NOVEMBER 30: A general view of Jordyn Tyson #0 scoring a 13-yard touchdown is seen during the second quarter of the University of Arizona Wildcats versus the Arizona State Sun Devils football game at Arizona Stadium on November 30, 2024 in Tucson, Arizona. (Photo by Bruce Yeung/Getty Images)

Wide Receiver Jordyn Tyson Keeps the Offense Moving

By Daniel Kelly | August 22, 2025
MANHATTAN, KS - NOVEMBER 16: Arizona State Sun Devils wide receiver Jordyn Tyson (0) looks...
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ORLANDO, FLORIDA - NOVEMBER 29: Spencer Fano #55 of the Utah Utes reacts after a touchdown by Landen King #82 in the second half of a game against the UCF Knights at FBC Mortgage Stadium on November 29, 2024 in Orlando, Florida. (Photo by Julio Aguilar/Getty Images)

Utah Right Tackle Spencer Fano is Dominant

By Daniel Kelly | August 19, 2025
SEATTLE, WA - NOVEMBER 11: Utah #55 (OL) Spencer Fano during a college football game...
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KNOXVILLE, TN - OCTOBER 19: Jermod McCoy #3 of the Tennessee Volunteers before a game between Alabama and Tennessee at Neyland Stadium on October 19, 2024 in Knoxville, Tennessee. (Photo by Roger Wimmer/ISI Photos/Getty Images)

Cornerback Jermod McCoy Looked the Part in 2024

By Daniel Kelly | August 16, 2025
NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE - NOVEMBER 30: Jermod McCoy #3 of the Tennessee Volunteers celebrates after an...
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CLEMSON, SC - APRIL 05: Clemson Tigers cornerback Avieon Terrell (8) during the Clemson Tigers college Orange and White spring football game on April 5, 2025 at Clemson Memorial Stadium in Clemson, S.C. (Photo by John Byrum/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Clemson Cornerback Avieon Terrell has Room for Improvement

By Daniel Kelly | August 13, 2025
JACKSONVILLE, FL - DECEMBER 29: Clemson Tigers cornerback Avieon Terrell (20) lines up on defense...
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STATE COLLEGE, PA - DECEMBER 21: Dani Dennis-Sutton #33 of the Penn State Nittany Lions before a game between SMU and Penn State at Beaver Stadium on December 21, 2024 in State College, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Roger Wimmer/ISI Photos/Getty Images)

Penn State Defensive End Dani Dennis-Sutton “Disappointing”

By Daniel Kelly | August 10, 2025
UNIVERSITY PARK, PA - OCTOBER 05: Penn State Nittany Lions defensive end Dani Dennis-Sutton (33)...
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MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA - JANUARY 9: The helmet of Jeremiyah Love #4 of the Notre Dame Fighting Irish in the locker room prior to the Orange Bowl game against the Penn State Nittany Lions at Hard Rock Stadium on January 9, 2025 in Miami Gardens, Florida. (Photo by CFP/Getty Images)

Jeremiyah Love is a Name to Know

By Daniel Kelly | August 7, 2025
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA - JANUARY 9: Jeremiyah Love #4 of the Notre Dame Fighting Irish...
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AUBURN, ALABAMA - SEPTEMBER 28: Quarterback Michael Hawkins Jr. #9 of the Oklahoma Sooners throws a pass in front of defensive end Keldric Faulk #15 of the Auburn Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium on September 28, 2024 in Auburn, Alabama. (Photo by Michael Chang/Getty Images)

Auburn Defender Keldric Faulk Springs Into the Pocket

By Daniel Kelly | August 4, 2025
AUBURN, ALABAMA - SEPTEMBER 07: Defensive lineman Keldric Faulk #15 of the Auburn Tigers during...
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SALT LAKE CITY, UT - OCTOBER 19: Caleb Lomu #71 of the Utah Utes blocks Travis Jackson #96 of the TCU Horned Frogs in the first half at Rice Eccles Stadium on October 19, 2024 in Salt Lake City, Utah. (Photo by Aaron M. Sprecher/Getty Images

Utah Left Tackle Caleb Lomu Blocks Like a Wrestler

By Daniel Kelly | August 1, 2025
SALT LAKE CITY, UT - AUGUST 29: Caleb Lomu #71 of the Utah Utes does...
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ATLANTA, GEORGIA - DECEMBER 07: Gunner Stockton #14 of the Georgia Bulldogs throws a pass under pressure against Anthony Hill Jr. #0 of the Texas Longhorns during the third quarter of the 2024 SEC Championship at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on December 07, 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Butch Dill/Getty Images)

NFL Defensive Coordinator’s Dream Come True: Anthony Hill Jr.

By Daniel Kelly | July 29, 2025
ARLINGTON, TX - JANUARY 10: Linebacker Anthony Hill Jr. #0 of the Texas Longhorns celebrates...
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BERKELEY, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 5: Rueben Bain Jr. #4 of the Miami Hurricanes in a defensive stance during the first half against California Golden Bears at California Memorial Stadium on October 5, 2024 in Berkeley, California. (Photo by Ric Tapia/Getty Images)

Hurricanes’ Rueben Bain Jr. Gets Into the Quarterback’s Head

By Daniel Kelly | July 26, 2025
MIAMI GARDENS, FL - NOVEMBER 23: Miami defensive lineman Rueben Bain, Jr. (4) pressures Wake...
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ATLANTA, GEORGIA - NOVEMBER 9: Francis Mauigoa #61 of the Miami Hurricanes looks to block Kevin Harris II #11 of the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets during the first quarter at Bobby Dodd Stadium on November 9, 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Todd Kirkland/Getty Images)

Right Tackle Francis Mauigoa is a Competitive Try Hard

By Daniel Kelly | July 23, 2025
MIAMI GARDENS, FL - SEPTEMBER 14: Miami Hurricanes offensive lineman Francis Mauigoa (61) protects the...
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CLEMSON, SOUTH CAROLINA - SEPTEMBER 16: Peter Woods #11 of the Clemson Tigers lines up for the snap by Florida Atlantic Owls in the third quarter at Memorial Stadium on September 16, 2023 in Clemson, South Carolina. (Photo by Eakin Howard/Getty Images)

Peter Woods Proves to be a Real Handful

By Daniel Kelly | July 20, 2025
PITTSBURGH, PA - NOVEMBER 16: Clemson Tigers defensive lineman Peter Woods (11) rushes against Pittsburgh...
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CLEMSON, SC - SEPTEMBER 09: Clemson Tigers wide receiver Antonio Williams (0) during a college football game between the Charleston Southern Buccaneers and the Clemson Tigers on September 9, 2023, at Clemson Memorial Stadium in Clemson, S.C. (Photo by John Byrum/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Clemson WR Antonio Williams Profiles as Legit NFL Weapon

By Rajvir Bal | July 17, 2025
CLEMSON, SOUTH CAROLINA - NOVEMBER 30: Antonio Williams #0 of the Clemson Tigers cheers on...
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COLUMBUS, OHIO - NOVEMBER 30: Caleb Downs #2 of the Ohio State Buckeyes reacts after intercepting the ball during the third quarter of a game against the Michigan Wolverines at Ohio Stadium on November 30, 2024 in Columbus, Ohio. (Photo by Ben Jackson/Getty Images)

Ohio State Safety Caleb Downs has Once-in-a-Lifetime Speed

By Daniel Kelly | July 14, 2025
COLUMBUS, OHIO - DECEMBER 21: Ohio State Buckeyes safety Caleb Downs (2) in action during...
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TAMPA, FL - SEPTEMBER 16: Alabama Lineman Kadyn Proctor (74) pass blocks during the College Football game between the Alabama Crimson Tide and the South Florida Bulls on September 16, 2023 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, FL. (Photo by Cliff Welch/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Alabama Offensive Tackle Kadyn Proctor is Underdeveloped

By Daniel Kelly | July 11, 2025
TUSCALOOSA, ALABAMA - NOVEMBER 30: Kadyn Proctor #74 of the Alabama Crimson Tide before the...
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CLEMSON, SOUTH CAROLINA - NOVEMBER 2: T.J. Parker #3 of the Clemson Tigers looks on before taking on the Louisville Cardinals at Memorial Stadium on November 2, 2024 in Clemson, South Carolina. (Photo by Isaiah Vazquez/Getty Images)

Former NFL Scout Not Sold on Clemson’s T.J. Parker

By Daniel Kelly | July 8, 2025
CLEMSON, SC - SEPTEMBER 28: Clemson Tigers defensive end T.J. Parker (3) during a college...
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AUSTIN, TEXAS - SEPTEMBER 21: Arch Manning #16 of the Texas Longhorns warms up before the game against the Louisiana Monroe Warhawks at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium on September 21, 2024 in Austin, Texas. (Photo by Tim Warner/Getty Images)

Former NFL Scout’s Preseason 2026 NFL Draft QB Board – Some Surprises

By Daniel Kelly | July 5, 2025
It's that time of year to line up the college quarterback (QB) 2026 NFL Draft...
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EUGENE, OREGON - OCTOBER 4: Quarterback Aidan Chiles #2 of the Michigan State Spartan passes the ball during the first quarter against the Oregon Ducks at Autzen Stadium on October 4, 2024 in Eugene, Oregon. (Photo by Tom Hauck/Getty Images)

Michigan State QB Aidan Chiles is a Raw NFL Prospect

By Daniel Kelly | July 2, 2025
COLLEGE PARK, MD - SEPTEMBER 7: Aidan Chiles #2 of the Michigan State Spartans rushes...
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STILLWATER, OK - NOVEMBER 2: Quarterback Sam Leavitt #10 of the Arizona State Sun Devils throws before a game against the Oklahoma State Cowboys at Boone Pickens Stadium on November 2, 2024 in Stillwater, Oklahoma. Arizona State won 42-21. (Photo by Brian Bahr/Getty Images)

Arizona State QB Sam Leavitt Shows Early Signs of Potential

By Rajvir Bal | June 29, 2025
ARLINGTON, TX - DECEMBER 07: Arizona State Sun Devils quarterback Sam Leavitt (#10) runs up...
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PROVO, UT - NOVEMBER 16: Kansas Jayhawks quarterback Jalon Daniels (6) during a game between the Kanas Jayhawks and the BYU Cougars during a college football game on November 16, 2024 at Lavell Edwards Stadium in Provo, Utah. (Photo by Boyd Ivey/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Kansas QB Jalon Daniels Bounces Back with a New Concern

By Daniel Kelly | June 26, 2025
MORGANTOWN, WEST VIRGINIA - SEPTEMBER 21, 2024: Jalon Daniels #6 of the Kansas Jayhawks warms...
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PULLMAN, WA - OCTOBER 19: Washington State Cougars quarterback John Mateer (10) throws the ball on the sideline during a timeout during the game between the Hawaii Warriors and the Washington State Cougars on October 19, 2024, at Martin Stadium in Pullman, WA. (Photo by Oliver McKenna/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

New Oklahoma QB John Mateer Needs to Settle Down

By Daniel Kelly | June 23, 2025
CORVALLIS, OREGON - NOVEMBER 23: John Mateer #10 of the Washington State Cougars throws the...
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PITTSBURGH, PA - NOVEMBER 09: Pittsburgh Panthers quarterback Eli Holstein (10) on the field prior to the college football game between the Virginia Cavaliers and Pittsburgh Panthers on November 9, 2024, at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, PA. (Photo by Frank Jansky/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Pitt QB Eli Holstein Earns Undraftable Free Agent Grade

By Daniel Kelly | June 20, 2025
PITTSBURGH, PA - OCTOBER 12: Pittsburgh Panthers Quarterback Eli Holstein (10) runs with the ball...
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PHOENIX, ARIZONA - DECEMBER 26: Quarterback Avery Johnson #2 of the Kansas State Wildcats scrambles during the Rate Bowl against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights at Chase Field on December 26, 2024 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Wildcats defeated the Scarlet Knights 44-41. (Photo by Chris Coduto/Getty Images)

Former NFL Scout Gives Avery Johnson Second Round Grade

By Daniel Kelly | June 17, 2025
PHOENIX, ARIZONA - DECEMBER 26: Quarterback Avery Johnson #2 of the Kansas State Wildcats throws...
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Pasadena, CA - May 03: Quarterback Nico Iamaleava, left, of the UCLA Bruins with his brother Madden during the UCLA football spring practice at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena on Saturday, May 3, 2025.(Photo by Keith Birmingham/MediaNews Group/Pasadena Star-News via Getty Images)

New UCLA QB Nico Iamaleava Shows NFL Potential

By Daniel Kelly | June 14, 2025
KNOXVILLE, TN - AUGUST 31: Tennessee Volunteers quarterback Nico Iamaleava (8) sets up to pass...
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ATLANTA, GA - JANUARY 01: Quarterback Sam Leavitt #10 of the Arizona State Sun Devils during the Texas Longhorns versus Arizona State Sun Devils College Football Playoff Quarterfinal at the Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl on January 1, 2025, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA. (Photo by John Adams/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

ASU QB Sam Leavitt Shows Promise

By Daniel Kelly | June 11, 2025
ATLANTA, GEORGIA - JANUARY 1: Quarterback Sam Leavitt #10 of the Arizona State Sun Devils...
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LEXINGTON, KENTUCKY - SEPTEMBER 7: LaNorris Sellers #16 of the South Carolina Gamecocks runs the ball and is tackled by members of the Kentucky Wildcats defense at Kroger Field on September 7, 2024 in Lexington, Kentucky. (Photo by Michael Hickey/Getty Images)

South Carolina QB LaNorris Sellers is a BIG Work in Progress

By Rajvir Bal | June 8, 2025
TUSCALOOSA, ALABAMA - OCTOBER 12: LaNorris Sellers #16 of the South Carolina Gamecocks warms up...
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CLEMSON, SOUTH CAROLINA - NOVEMBER 18: Cade Klubnik #2 of the Clemson Tigers poses for a photo with his family after defeating the North Carolina Tar Heels, 31-20, at Memorial Stadium on November 18, 2023 in Clemson, South Carolina. (Photo by Isaiah Vazquez/Getty Images)

The Journey of Clemson QB Cade Klubnik

By Victoria Jonach | June 5, 2025
While most stories of rising quarterbacks are centered around talent, stats, and star rankings, the...
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AUBURN, ALABAMA - SEPTEMBER 07: Quarterback Fernando Mendoza #15 of the California Golden Bears during their game against the Auburn Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium on September 07, 2024 in Auburn, Alabama. (Photo by Michael Chang/Getty Images)

New Indiana QB Fernando Mendoza Too Inconsistent at CAL

By Daniel Kelly | June 2, 2025
BLOOMINGTON, INDIANA - APRIL 17: Fernando Mendoza #15 of the Indiana Hoosiers directs his team...
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ATLANTA, GEORGIA - JANUARY 1: A general view of the pads and jersey for Arch Manning #16 of the Texas Longhorns in the locker room prior to the game against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on January 1, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by CFP/Getty Images)

Arch Manning and His Generational Legacy

By Victoria Jonach | May 30, 2025
Whether you're a die-hard football fan or tune in for your alma mater’s games, chances...
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LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 12: Drew Allar #15 of the Penn State Nittany Lions throws during the first half of a game against the USC Trojans at United Airlines Field at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on October 12, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Ric Tapia/Getty Images)

Rajvir Bal Isn’t on the Drew Allar First-Round Hype Train (Yet)

By Rajvir Bal | May 27, 2025
STATE COLLEGE, PA - NOVEMBER 30: Drew Allar #15 of the Penn State Nittany Lions...
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CLEMSON, SOUTH CAROLINA - OCTOBER 19: Cade Klubnik #2 of the Clemson Tigers takes a high snap during the second quarter against the Virginia Cavaliers at Memorial Stadium on October 19, 2024 in Clemson, South Carolina. (Photo by Isaiah Vazquez/Getty Images)

Clemson QB Cade Klubnik is a Loose Cannon

By Daniel Kelly | May 24, 2025
CLEMSON, SOUTH CAROLINA - NOVEMBER 30: Cade Klubnik #2 of the Clemson Tigers practices before...
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PULLMAN, WA - OCTOBER 19: Washington State Cougars quarterback John Mateer (10) during the game between the Hawaii Warriors and the Washington State Cougars on October 19, 2024, at Martin Stadium in Pullman, WA. (Photo by Oliver McKenna/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Keep an Eye on Transfer QB John Mateer

By Rajvir Bal | May 21, 2025
ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO - NOVEMBER 16: Quarterback John Mateer #10 of the Washington State Cougars...
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NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE - NOVEMBER 09: Raheim Sanders #5 of the South Carolina Gamecocks looks on prior to the game between Vanderbilt and South Carolina at FirstBank Stadium on November 09, 2024 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Johnnie Izquierdo/Getty Images)

LaNorris Sellers Too Similar to Colts’ QB Anthony Richardson

By Daniel Kelly | May 17, 2025
LEXINGTON, KENTUCKY - SEPTEMBER 7: LaNorris Sellers #16 of the South Carolina Gamecocks is seen...
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AUSTIN, TEXAS - SEPTEMBER 21: Arch Manning #16 of the Texas Longhorns reacts after a rushing touchdown in the first quarter against the Louisiana Monroe Warhawks at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium on September 21, 2024 in Austin, Texas. (Photo by Tim Warner/Getty Images)

Texas QB Arch Manning Lives Up to the Hype

By Rajvir Bal | May 14, 2025
ARLINGTON, TEXAS - JANUARY 10: Arch Manning #16 of the Texas Longhorns warms up before...
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STATE COLLEGE, PENNSYLVANIA - DECEMBER 21: Drew Allar #15 of the Penn State Nittany Lions looks at his play sheet during the first quarter against the Southern Methodist Mustangs in the Playoff First Round Game at Beaver Stadium on December 21, 2024 in State College, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)

Penn State QB Drew Allar Looking Like an NFL Starter

By Daniel Kelly | May 11, 2025
STATE COLLEGE, PA - NOVEMBER 30: Drew Allar #15 of the Penn State Nittany Lions...
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PASADENA, CALIFORNIA - MAY 03: Nico Iamaleava on the sidelines during the UCLA Football Spring Showcase at Rose Bowl Stadium on May 3, 2025 in Pasadena, California. (Photo by Ric Tapia/Getty Images)

Nico Iamaleava Does Not Impress NFL Draft Analyst Rajvir Bal

By Rajvir Bal | May 8, 2025
COLUMBUS, OHIO - DECEMBER 21: Quarterback Nico Iamaleava #8 of the Tennessee Volunteers looks to...
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DALLAS, TX - OCTOBER 12: Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) on the field for warmups as Texas Longhorns quarterback Quinn Ewers (3) stretches in the foreground before the Allstate Red River Rivalry SEC college football game between Texas Longhorns and Oklahoma Sooners on October 12, 2024, at Cotton Bowl Stadium in Dallas, TX. (Photo by David Buono/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Arch Manning Developing Quickly Says Former NFL Scout

By Daniel Kelly | May 6, 2025
AUSTIN, TEXAS - SEPTEMBER 21: Arch Manning #16 of the Texas Longhorns throws a pass...
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CLEMSON, SC - APRIL 05: Clemson Tigers quarterback Trent Pearman (14), quarterback Christopher Vizzina (17) and quarterback Cade Klubnik (2) during the Clemson Tigers college Orange and White spring football game on April 5, 2025 at Clemson Memorial Stadium in Clemson, S.C. (Photo by John Byrum/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Rajvir Bal Likes Cade Klubnik Early on in the Process

By Rajvir Bal | May 3, 2025
CLEMSON, SOUTH CAROLINA - NOVEMBER 30: Cade Klubnik #2 of the Clemson Tigers takes the...
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