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College Football is one of the most unpredictable sports. A team with a 1-11 record the previous year could beat a team in the Top 5 college football ranking, meaning that any college football predictions could look very different once we get into the season. It is one of the reasons that so many people watch sports, but there's another unpredictable element about College football: the players. College football is a sport made up of young adults, usually aged from 18 to 21, and some of these players could be the top athletes in the league at 18, or it could take them a few years to get their act together. That is why so many people look out for the people who will have a breakout season, and this year is no different. A new season is about to begin, and many players could have the season of a lifetime. They put in the work during the offseason, acquired a new mindset, and are ready to show the world what they are capable of.
This article will look at some players primed to have a breakout performance in this upcoming College Football season.
Looking at Lagway's performance last year, he would not stand out as someone who would have a breakout year this upcoming season. He was not the starting quarterback coming into the season, and when the starter suffered a season-ending injury, and the Gators coach called on him to start the final seven games, he only threw twelve touchdowns and nine interceptions. However, in those seven games, he led the team to a 6-1 record, and the team performed better overall with him on the field.
This upcoming season, he is well-positioned to be the starting quarterback, and the expectation is that with more on-the-field experience, he can develop his skills and lead the Florida Gators to the success their fans have grown accustomed to in recent years.
This 6'4 wide receiver is in a similar position as Lagway. His numbers were not eye-popping, but he showcased a skill set that, if refined, could lead him to be forced to reckon with. That skill set showed itself in several instances last year, but especially in the last three games of the season. Now, Auburn is bringing in a new quarterback who transferred from the University of Oklahoma, and they are hopeful that he has the talent necessary to help Coleman stand out by being a more efficient passer. Great wide receivers often have difficulty showcasing their talent if they do not have a good quarterback to give them the ball. Coleman is hoping that this new quarterback is precisely what he needs.
This transfer from the University of Tulane is hoping that a new school with better talent will allow him to embrace the skills he has fully. While the University of Tulane is an excellent school with lots of pride in its football program, ultimately, the University of Oregon is a bigger school with more resources. These resources include a better offensive line, more tools in the weight room, and more seasoned coaches. If he could rush for 1,401 yards and 15 touchdowns at the University of Tulane, the expectation is that with better talent in front of him, he will be able to run and score even more.
Injuries plagued Woods during the previous season, limiting him to only eight games, but in those games, he demonstrated that if healthy, he is a player that offensive players do not want to come in contact with. He revealed he was a prominent pass rusher and could stop running backs if they came his way. It's not easy to stand out in a tough division like the ACC, but Woods was able to do so in only a limited capacity. With him taking this offseason to get healthy, he will be ready to take his place as one of the top defensive players in this upcoming season.
Player development is an integral part of college football. These players mentioned show the most promise of having a breakout year this upcoming season. They are players who were either plagued by injuries, transferred to a team with better coaching and resources, or are going through the natural progression a player goes through when they go through college. Either way, they are ready to demonstrate to their team, NFL scouts, and themselves that they can be the country's top offensive or defensive player.