If an opposing offense boasts a superstar, defensive coaches will craft a scheme to limit that player. Some version of "we can't let him beat us" is a popular phrase in college football meeting rooms. When there are two playmakers, though? Good luck.
Ohio State is a prime example in 2024, readying to send out running backs Quinshon Judkins and TreVeyon Henderson. (And that's before considering wide receiver Emeka Egbuka, by the way.) The list is subjective but considers both recent production—including from transfers—and 2024 outlook.
Since quarterbacks get so much attention on their own, the choices are limited to a signal-caller's supporting cast. This season, it even includes a couple of offensive tackles. Traditionally, skill-position players are the focus of this subject.
It's a sensible approach, given that running backs, wide receivers and tight ends are responsible for scoring touchdowns. We couldn't not mention LSU's offensive tackles, however. Will Campbell earned first-team All-SEC recognition last season, and Emery Jones picked up second-team honors.
They should both contend for All-American status in 2024, even as LSU rebuilds at the skill positions. Campbell is viewed as an elite NFL prospect and landed as the second overall pick on B/R's early 2025 mock draft . After an injury-shortened 2022 season, Xavier Restrepo broke out in 2023.
He caught 85 passes and became only the sixth receiver in Miami history to surpass the 1,000-yard barrier. Restrepo is back a.