The awards have been given out. The All-America teams votes have been tallied. The transfer portal has been poppin‘ and the NFL Draft declaration wire has been busy, too.
On College Football Playoff Eve, there’s only one thing left to do: Unveil my final ranking of the top 150 players in college football for the 2024 season.
Travis Hunter, CB/WR, Colorado
Hunter was my No. 1-ranked player in the preseason and went wire-to-wire through the midseason rankings and all the way to the finish line. The future All-Pro dominated on both sides of the ball. Hunter is a unique talent with rare stamina and managed to stay healthy for nearly the entire season, despite his slight frame, while playing more than 1,400 snaps and averaging 118 per game. He will be an immediate impact player at the next level in whatever role he takes, likely a top-three pick, and a must-see player who will sell tickets. Hunter won numerous national awards, including the most coveted: the Heisman Trophy. Wave goodbye to a generational player, the likes of which we’d be lucky to see again.
Ashton Jeanty, RB, Boise State
Jeanty had one of the most impressive seasons by a ball-carrier in recent memory, rushing for nearly 2,500 yards and 29 touchdowns while dominating almost every rushing statistic. He boasts elite contact balance and the long speed to score anytime he touches the ball, including an impressive performance against a stout Oregon defense in early September. Jeanty averaged more than seven yards per carry and helped Boise State make the College Football Playoff as the No. 3 seed. He won the Doak Walker Award and the Maxwell Award.
Miami
Ward was a key addition transfer portal addition for the Hurricanes, leading them to their best season since 2017 while setting multiple Miami quarterback records and boosting his draft stock from Day 2 pick to likely top-10 pick. He cut down on interceptions this year and showed command of the offense by routinely checking into more favorable plays at the line of scrimmage. Ward was consistently one of the best dual-threat quarterbacks in the country, throwing for more than 4,100 yards and 36 touchdowns, and adding another 200 yards and four touchdowns on the ground. He was awarded the Davey O’Brien Award.
Dillon Gabriel, QB, Oregon
Gabriel delivered in clutch situations week after week. He rushed for seven touchdowns, threw for more than 3,500 yards, and added 28 passing touchdowns while completing more than 73% of his attempts. Oregon’s offense, with its balanced attack and talented supporting cast, was a quarterback’s dream. Smart decision for him to transfer there on the final leg of his college journey. Gabriel’s command and leadership were critical for Oregon as the No. 1 seed entering the playoffs.
Cam Skattebo, RB, Arizona State
Skattebo carried Arizona State into the CFP as a one-man wrecking crew. He not only punishes defenders but also has better speed than expected. Skattebo rushed for nearly 1,600 yards, averaging six yards per touch with 19 rushing touchdowns. Known for his devastating physicality (No. 3 nationally in missed tackles forced, per Pro Football Focus), he also excelled as a receiver and will be a key player when ASU faces the Clemson-Texas winner.
Skattebo trailed only Ashton Jeanty in missed tackles forced. GettyMason Graham, DT, Michigan
Graham is a complete player who dominates in both run and pass defense. He is twitchy, powerful, and intelligent, able to recognize and adjust to how linemen attack him. Graham finished the season with 34 pressures and has top-10 draft potential. His official draft declaration was met with relief by Big Ten offensive linemen.
Abdul Carter, EDGE, Penn State
Carter excelled in his new position, showcasing elite speed and get-off as an edge rusher. Penn State maximized his versatility, using him as a dynamic rusher and a heat-seeking missile capable of getting to the quarterback from multiple alignments. Carter finished the regular season with 10 sacks and 19.5 tackles for loss. He will be a high-priority prospect in the 2025 NFL Draft and a key player to watch when Penn State takes on SMU in the CFP.
Shedeur Sanders, QB, Colorado
Sanders had another standout season and put himself on the short list of best players in Colorado history. He solidified himself as a top-two quarterback and likely a top-two draft pick. Sanders demonstrated excellent field vision and limited turnovers while throwing for nearly 4,000 yards and 35 touchdowns. His offseason fitness improvements also made him a threat with his legs, capable of gaining tough yards when needed. Sanders won the Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Award.
Texas
Banks had an impressive junior campaign, improving in both pass protection and run blocking during Texas’ transition from the Big 12 to the SEC. A fluid athlete with excellent footwork, Banks was a reliable blindside protector for the Longhorns. Although he missed the last game and a half with an ankle injury, he is expected to play against Clemson and elite edge rusher T.J. Parker in the playoffs. Banks won the Outland Trophy and the Lombardi Award. He will be the first Texas offensive lineman drafted in the first round since 2002.
Tyler Booker, OG, Alabama
Booker is one of the most consistent offensive linemen in the country and a true alpha leader. He has the best chance of any interior lineman to go in the first round of the NFL Draft. A physical and athletic mauler who plays through the whistle, Booker even stepped in at left tackle against South Florida early in the season. He is a plug-and-play option at the next level and a leader on and off the field.
South Carolina
Sellers put together a wunderkind season as a first-year starter for the Gamecocks and will almost certainly enter 2025 as my No. 1 player and a Heisman Trophy front-runner. Sellers is an effective passer with elite athleticism, capable of shredding defenses with his legs, similar to Jalen Milroe. A big-time prospect, Sellers should only improve with offseason development. He threw for 2,274 yards with 17 touchdowns and seven interceptions and added 655 yards and seven touchdowns on the ground. He forced 17 missed tackles in the regular season finale vs. Clemson.
Tetairoa McMillan, WR, Arizona
The 6-foot-5 standout was dominant as expected, making difficult catches look routine. McMillan is fluid with exceptional length and excels at contested catches, with the ability to turn short routes into big gains. While he lacks elite top-end speed, he still won the Biletnikoff Award and has already declared for the NFL Draft.
Derrick Harmon, DT, Oregon
Harmon has been a disruptive force for the Ducks, excelling in movement and stunts to generate 40 hurries, five sacks, and 8.5 tackles for loss. He also forced two fumbles this season. With exceptional quickness and burst, the former Michigan State transfer has been one of the better portal additions and a key factor in Oregon’s dominance in the Big Ten.
Tyler Warren, TE, Penn State
Warren is a versatile weapon for the Nittany Lions, capable of lining up at tight end, taking snaps as a wildcat quarterback, and even throwing touchdown passes. Most importantly, he’s the nation’s best tight end, catching 88 passes for more than 1,000 yards this year. A tough, dependable receiver who fights for extra yardage, Warren is also a capable blocker. He’s a throwback player who will thrive in any NFL offense. Winner of the Mackey Award.
Donovan Ezeiruaku, EDGE, Boston College
Ezeiruaku was a constant presence in opponents’ backfields, leading the ACC with 16.5 sacks and 20.5 tackles for loss. He can win with speed around the corner or a lightning-quick counter inside. An underrated player who deserves more national attention, Ezeiruaku was been a nightmare for opposing offenses.
Will Campbell, OT, LSU
Campbell, a pure left tackle, had another standout season in his third year as a starter. He excels in protecting the blind side and is solid in the run game, showcasing consistency and skill against top-level competition. It’s Campbell vs. Banks for OL1 in the NFL Draft this spring and you can certainly make a great case for Campbell.
Mike Green, EDGE, Marshall
Green was relentless off the edge for the Thundering Herd, leading the nation with 17 sacks and 22.5 tackles for loss. He has the speed to beat tackles and a strong inside counter move to reach the quarterback. Green, who has already declared for the draft, is expected to be a first-round selection.
Jeremiah Smith, WR, Ohio State
Smith is a matchup nightmare who excels at contested catches and one-handed grabs. After entering the season with high expectations as the No. 1 recruit, he delivered as a freshman with 57 receptions for 934 yards and 10 touchdowns, passing Cris Carter’s Ohio State freshman record, which had stood since the 1980s. Smith was Ohio State’s go-to receiver, even alongside the talented Emeka Egbuka, and is in for an offseason of hype entering next season, regardless of the Buckeyes’ quarterback.
Smith lived up to every last drop of the big-time billing as a freshman. GettyKyle Kennard, EDGE, South Carolina
A transfer from Georgia Tech, Kennard was a superstar waiting to happen. He has an impressive toolbox, including a great get-off, speed-to-power ability, and a quick inside move. With 23 pressures and 15.5 sacks, Kennard significantly improved his draft stock while anchoring a South Carolina defensive line that gave opposing offenses headaches. He was awarded the Bronko Nagurski Trophy as the nation’s top defender.
Jahdae Barron, CB, Texas
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