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Some names in college football — like Arch Manning, DJ Lagway and Julian Sayin — already feel destined for the spotlight. And rest assured: quarterbacks will get plenty of attention in the months ahead. But today, we’re turning the pen elsewhere.
The 2025 season is rich with breakout potential across the board. From freak athletes on defense to skill players ready to take over game plans, this fall offers a chance for emerging stars to reshape the national conversation (no arm talent required). CBS Sports’ spring ranking of the Top 150 players featured mass turnover from last season; not one top-10 player for 2025 was featured in that spot to close 2024.
Here are the non-QBs who could steal the show on Saturdays this fall. We’ll spare Jeremiah Smith, the best player in college football, from this list as well.
Justice Haynes, Michigan RB
Michigan‘s running backs tend to have superstar status. Kalel Mullings went from linebacker to household name this past season. Donovan Edwards was a cover athlete for EA Sports College Football 25. Blake Corum was one of the best-known players in the sport. Hassan Haskins before him earned 2021 All-America honors. That’s the type of situation Haynes steps into as a transfer from Alabama.
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Author : Chris Hummer
Publish date : 2025-05-04 13:33:00
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