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With the first round of the College Football Playoff done, eight teams are left to battle for the national title. The top four conference champions are ready to make their 2024 CFP debut, while other players already got a chance to begin their legend.
As usual, the CFP is stacked with elite talent on both sides of the ball. We looked ahead at the top 25 most impactful players before the first round of games, but now we have a chance to update our list. Performances like Jeremiah Smith’s two-touchdown game against Tennessee or Jeremiyah Love’s 98-yard breakaway run help new players force their way into the conversation.
With that said, here are the 24 most impactful players in the 2024 CFP field, headlined by a pair of Heisman Trophy finalists.
Nearly everything the Boise State offense does is built around running back Ashton Jeanty, but Madsen has been the perfect game manager to take the Broncos to the next level. He threw 22 touchdowns to only three interceptions and finished No. 26 nationally in QBR. He also is able to extend plays with his feet.
Starks is an All-American defensive back who Georgia lines up nearly everywhere on the defense. The junior has posted 193 tackles, 17 passes defended, six interceptions and six tackles for loss in 42 career games.
Fite helped spearhead a top-30 rushing defense for the Sun Devils. The sophomore had 29 tackles and three tackles for loss, but also ate up blockers and to give the rest of the defensive line opportunities. He faces a massive game against Texas, where he needs to be at his best.
Allar broke out this season to the tune of more than 3,000 yards passing and 21 touchdowns. He has forged a strong bond with offensive coordinator Andy Kotelnicki. He was able to take a back seat…
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Author : Shehan Jeyarajah
Publish date : 2024-12-26 20:08:00
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