OT, Northwestern, Junior Franklin caught 93 passes (seventh in the FBS) for 1,137 yards (11th), 58 first downs (fourth) and 15 touchdowns (second). Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports. DL, Pitt, Junior All player contracts expire at this time, and the . Along with Jalen Carter, Smith was Georgia's only other AP first-team All-America selection. Bowers iseasilyat the top because hes arguably been the best tight end, period, in each of his first two seasons. G, USC, Senior RB Rachaad White, Arizona State: Declared for the NFL Draft 12/7, RBJordan Mason, Georgia Tech: Declares for the NFL Draft 12/9, RB Kyren Williams, Notre Dame: Declares for the NFL Draft 12/10, RB Tyler Goodson, Iowa: Announced he will skip bowl game and enter draft on 12/10, RB Tank Bigsby, Auburn: Exited the transfer portal, will continue his career at Auburn 12/13, RB Quay Holmes, ETSU: Declares for the 2022 NFL Draft 12/13, RB Max Borghi, Washington State: Declares for the 2022 NFL Draft 12/13, RB Kevin Marks Jr., Buffalo: Forgoes his final season and declares for NFL Draft 12/14, RB Jashaun Corbin, Florida State: Declares for the 2022 NFL Draft 12/14, RB Isaiah Spiller, Texas A&M: Declares for the 2022 NFL Draft 12/14, RB Kenneth Walker, Michigan State: Posted on social media he will skip the bowl game and enter the 2022 NFL Draft 12/16, RB Leddie Brown, Virginia: Announced he will declare for the 2022 NFL Draft. Notable 2022 stats: 4 sacks, 1 FF After finishing high school, he was working at a Dollar General store in Columbus, Georgia when he saw a flyer for a tryout at Georgia Military College, where he developed into a top-flight pass-rushing prospect. It was an injury-plagued season for the Cougars, but Barrington, a junior left guard from Spokane, Washington, was a constant. Verse called his decision to come to Florida State the best one he has ever made. 8Dawand Jones, Offensive Tackle (Senior) Sat., Jan. 1, 2022; Pasadena, California, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes offensive lineman Dawand Jones (79) celebrates during the fourth quarter of the 108th Rose Bowl Game between the Ohio State Buckeyes and the Utah Utes at the Rose Bowl. Notable 2022 stats: allowed 2 sacks and 10 pressures All told, he had 10 total touchdowns. The speedy junior from Missouri City, Texas, not only eclipsed the 1,000-yard rushing mark, he also caught 36 passes for 196 yards. The Buckeyes defense is still trying to work things out with a new defensive coordinator, but Eichenberg was a bright spot all season. QB, Oregon, Senior 2024 NFL Draft: Blake Corum, Bo Nix and the best prospects returning to school. WR, Ohio State, Sophomore A second-team All-American and Biletnikof Award semifinalist, Rice was targeted nearly three times as much as any SMU receiver, and while opponents knew the ball was going to the senior, they couldn't do much about it. Preseason ranking: 82. JD McCarthy. Jones left Iowa to come to Purdue and made a significant impact inside former coach Jeff Brohm's offense. Be sure to check back frequently for continuous updates to our underclassmen tracker and bookmark our NFL Draft Headquarters page for exclusive coverage of the 2022 NFL Draft. Hes the early favorite to be the first pick in the 2024 NFL Draft and will try to join formerOhio Staterunning back Archie Griffin as the only two-time winners of the coveted stiff-arm trophy. His 96.2 grade didnt just lead all players in the country, it was the best PFF has ever seen from a Power Five player. A couple of underclassmen could follow them, too, including offensive tackle Rasheed Walker, cornerback Joey Porter, Jr. and linebacker Brandon Smith. Preseason ranking: NR. Preseason ranking: 46. South Carolina just saw its no-hitter go by the wayside. CB, Utah, Sophomore He finished his three-year college career with 14 interceptions and 34 passes defended. Preseason ranking: NR. That would erase close to three . The redshirt freshman was the most valuable player this past season, according toPFFs wins above average metric. Notable 2022 stats: 38 TDs, 3,701 yards 3 draft-eligible offensive tackle. A true sophomore, the 6-2, 227-pound Sanders emerged this season as one of the most productive and consistent running backs in the country. Perkins isMicah Parsons-esque in that he can play either linebacker or edge defender at a very high level. College football players that are returning to school instead of declaring for the 2022 NFL Draft. Preseason ranking: NR. March 15 at 2 p.m. MT: All clubs must be under the 2023 salary cap. Preseason ranking: NR. Rankings&Projections |WR/CB Matchup Chart |NFL & NCAA Betting Dashboards | NFL Player Props Tool | NFL & NCAA Power Rankings Notable 2022 stats: 8.5 sacks, 2 FF Subscribe to NFL Draft Bible today and receive a one-year subscription to Sports Illustrated magazine, for FREE, 2022 NFL Draft Big Board & Position Rankings, The Mock Draft Simulator by Mock Draft Database. Notable 2022 stats: 6 INT, 6 PD, 1 sack One of the most underrated parts of Tennessee's record-setting offense was its offensive line, as the Vols led the country in scoring (47.3 points per game). Morris answered those questions quickly and became a defensive force up front all season. He topped 100 yards in six games. DBBryce Watts, UMass: Declared his eligibility for the draft on 11/30. These power rankings are adjusted based on coach, quarterback and the market each season. He ended up leading the SEC in receiving yards (1,267) and broke the school record for single-season touchdown receptions (15). His 17 rushing touchdowns in the regular season were fourth-most in a year in TCU history and the most since LaDainian Tomlinson in 2000. He threw for 3,154 yards -- the first time he cracked the 3,000-yard mark -- with 27 touchdown passes, along with 646 yards and another 12 touchdowns on the ground. Oluwatimi's transition from Virginia to Michigan was seamless this season as the graduate transfer center served as the linchpin for the Wolverines' strong offensive line. LB, Texas Tech, Senior Despite being a redshirt sophomore this season, Fashanu was an anchor of the Penn State offensive line and a big part of the success on the ground this season for the Nittany Lions when he was on the field. A ranking of the 2022 Best College Football Players in Wyoming. Tyson Etienne, Wichita State. DE, Kansas State, Junior S, Georgia, Senior The sophomore excels outside of the original play design, plays on which he led the nation in passing yards (707), passing touchdowns (seven) and big-time throws (10) in 2022. Hes the most valuable returning Power Five corner according toPFFs wins above average metric. He broke 25 tackles (30th), too. His performance allowed South Carolina to upset Tennessee and Clemson in back-to-back weeks. Notable 2022 stats: 8 TDs, 890 yards Injury kept him out of a few games this season, but he still proved he was one of the best defenders in the Big Ten. QB, Ohio State, Junior The Aggies might have floundered in 2022, but it was no fault of Achane. He went from a punch line at Auburn after years of unfulfilled offseason hype to a legitimate Heisman Trophy candidate and NFL Draft prospect seemingly overnight. His 88.2 grade tied with Michigan cornerbackWill Johnsonfor first among Power Five true freshmen. Preseason ranking: NR. He joins quarterback Jordan Travis, wide receiver Johnny Wilson, wide receiver Mycah Pittman and linebacker Tatum Bethune as prominent Florida State players returning to school. TE James Mitchell, Virginia Tech: Announced he will declare for the NFL Draft 12/6. As was the case forquarterback,running back,wide receiverandtight end, an argument can be made that 2022's best offensive tackle in college football is returning to school. Preseason ranking: NR. We also got TCU in the national title game. CB, Iowa, Senior DL, Tennessee, Senior Jump to: 1-10 | 11-20 | 21-30 | 31-40 | 41-50 Williams became head coach Lincoln Rileys third quarterback in the past six years to win the Heisman Trophy, joiningOklahomasBaker MayfieldandKyler Murray. The 6-4, 255-pound junior defensive end from Kansas City, Missouri, was named Big 12 defensive player of the year and was the league's defensive lineman of the year for the second straight season. The 2022 college football season was a beautiful mix of knowns and unknowns. A year ago, he started only one game and caught 21 passes. All advice, including picks and predictions, is based on individual commentators opinions and not that of Minute Media or its related brands. As a consumer in Las Vegas with a considerable amount of investment on the Bulldogs, the spoils lasted well into the evening. Unfortunately, he dealt with an injury that sidelined him for part of the season. Preseason ranking: NR. He didnt get the Ducks to the Pac-12 title game but he came close despite an ankle injury late in the season. TECade Otton,Washington: Posted on Twitter he intends to declare for the 2022 NFL Draft. He was also the third-most valuable safety in the country according to PFFswins above average metric. RB Kevin Harris, South Carolina: Declares for the 2022 NFL Draft 12/31, RB Zonovan Knight, North Carolina State:Declares for the 2022 NFL Draft 12/31, FB/TE Jeremiah Hall, Oklahoma: Declares for the draft after bowl game 12/30, RB Devin Darrington, Virginia: Declares for the 2022 NFL Draft 1/1, RB Jerrion Ealy, Ole Miss: Enters the 2022 NFL Draft 1/3, RB Jerome Ford, Cincinnati: Enters the 2022 NFL Draft 1/4, RB Ronnie Rivers, Fresno State: Enters the 2022 NFL Draft 1/4, RB Master Teague III, Ohio State: Enters the 2022 NFL Draft 1/4, RB James Charles, Florida Atlantic: Enters the 2022 NFL Draft 1/4, RB Abram Smith, Baylor: Enters the 2022 NFL Draft 1/5, RB Ivory Kelly-Martin, Iowa: Enters the 2022 NFL Draft 1/6, RB Snoop Conner, Ole Miss: Enters the 2022 NFL Draft 1/6, RB Tayon Fleet-Davis, Maryland: Enters the 2022 NFL Draft 1/7, RB Tobias Little, Missouri State: Enters the 2022 NFL Draft 1/8, RB Bryant Koback, Toledo: Enters the 2022 NFL Draft 1/8, RB Chris Rodriguez Jr., Kentucky: Will return to school next year 1/11, RB Dameon Pierce, Florida: Enters the 2022 NFL Draft 1/11, RB James Cook, Georgia: Enters the 2022 NFL Draft 1/13, RB Noah Cain, Penn State: Enters the NCAA Transfer Portal and will return 1/13 - Transferred to LSU 1/13, RB Keaontay Ingram, USC: Declares for the 2022 NFL Draft 1/14, RB Zach Charbonnet, UCLA:Will return to school next season 1/15, RB Zamir White, Georgia: Declares for the 2022 NFL Draft 1/15, RB Sincere McCormick, UTSA: Declares for the 2022 NFL Draft 1/17. His 0.79 sacks per game ranked No. 15-ranked safety in the nation. He finishes his career having suited up 56 times for USC. Notable 2022 stats: 3 INT, 1 FF, 14 PD The Northwestern offense averaged 125.1 rushing yards a game. Rose, the returning Big 12 defensive player of the year, enjoyed a breakout season with 99 tackles, 10.5 tackles for loss and a conference-best five interceptions. His 1,463 rushing yards were third in the Big Ten while his 18 touchdowns were second in the league to Minnesota's Mohamed Ibrahim. Preseason ranking: NR. And not only is Bowers the best tight end in the country, but hes also on pace to be the best in the PFF College era. He finished as a second-team All-ACC performer and proved time and again he has the ability to win games with both his arm and his legs. . For the first time since 2019,AlabamasWill Anderson Jr.didnt lead the nation in total pressures. Preseason ranking: NR. 12/17, RB Joshua Mack, Liberty: Declared for the NFL Draft 12/18, RB Breece Hall, Iowa State: Declares for the 2022 NFL Draft 12/19, RB Pierre Strong Jr., SDSU: Declares for the NFL Draft 12/21, RB James Cook, Georgia: Entered the 2022 NFL Draft 12/21, RB Raheem Blackshear, Virginia Tech: Declares for the 2022 NFL Draft 12/22, RB Julius Chestnut, Sacred Heart: Will enter the NFL Draft 12/22, RB Trey Potts, Minnesota: Will return to school next season 12/22, RB Tyrion Davis-Price, LSU: Will play in bowl game then enter the NFL Draft 12/24, RB Adam Cofield, Western Kentucky: Declares for the 2022 NFL Draft 12/27, RB Cyrus Habibi-Likio, Boise State: Forgoing final year of eligibility and enter the 2022 NFL Draft 12/27, RB Ulysses Bentley IV, SMU: Will return to school next year 12/27, RB Tyler Allgeier, BYU: Declares for the NFL Draft 12/29, RB B.J. Preseason ranking: NR. Stroud, Bryce Young, Will Anderson Jr. and Bijan Robinson looked the part frequently. Preseason ranking: 92. After being named first-team All-Pac-12 last season, he was an honorable mention choice in 2022. RB Cam'Ron Harris, Miami: Announced he is entering the 2022 NFL Draft on 12/7. Notable 2022 stats: 2 INT, 7 PD Notable 2022 stats: 11 sacks, 1 FF No matter what the Golden Gophers asked of him, Spann-Ford delivered. "Throw it to Franklin as quickly as possible" was one of UTSA's base plays this year, and it worked most of the time. The 87th NFL draft is scheduled to be held April 28-30, 2022 in Las Vegas. Think of it as an Oklahoma Drill of statistical reasoning. Notable 2022 stats: 2.5 sacks, 1 INT 12/17, WR Jerreth Sterns, Western Kentucky: Entered the 2022 NFL Draft 12/21, WR Zay Flowers, Boston College: Decides to return to school for next season 12/22, WR Erik Ezukanma, Texas Tech: Declares for the 2022 NFL Draft 12/24, WR Neil Pau'u, BYU: Enters the NFL Draft 12/24, WR Cedric Tillman, Tennessee: Will return for next season 12/24, WR Deven Thompkins, Utah State: Will declare for the 2022 NFL Draft 12/24, WR D'Iante Smith, Missouri: Declares for the NFL Draft 12/27, WR Jahan Dotson, Penn State: Opts out and declares for the NFL Draft 12/27, WR Chris Olave, Ohio State:Opts out of the Rose Bowl. No quarterback in college football did himself more favors by transferring in 2022 than Bo Nix. Preseason ranking: 10. Moore was the foundation for a defense that didn't allow more than 30 points all season (something only Georgia and Michigan did, too), while chipping in with 13.5 tackles for loss and six QB hurries. Hes the reigning John Mackey Award winner, given to the best tight end in college football. These players who spurned the NFL Draft in favor of returning for another season have the greatest chance to influence the college football season in 2023. As was the case for quarterback, running back, wide receiver and tight end, an argument can be made that 2022's best offensive tackle in college football is returning to school. Notable 2022 stats: 1 sack, 1 FF, 2 INT Your favorite teams, topics, and players all on your favorite mobile devices. Others have gone to a 3-4 scheme. The junior from Daytona Beach, Florida, finished the season with a nation's-best 1,398 receiving yards and 17 touchdowns, helping his Cougars recover from a poor start to finish with eight wins. Preseason ranking: NR. He passed for 17 touchdowns and rushed for 11 touchdowns and routinely turned broken plays into explosive plays. Young's story is incredible. Preseason ranking: 1. 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