The Most Popular College Football Player, Ranked

Choose the college football player you think is the most popular!

Author: Gregor Krambs
Updated on May 5, 2024 07:17
Fans of college football often have heated debates about which player stands out the most each season. With numerous athletes showcasing exceptional skills on the field, it can be a challenge for fans to agree on who deserves the top spot. This interactive ranking provides a clear, crowd-sourced answer to these discussions by listing players based on real-time votes from fans like you. By participating in the voting process, you not only support your favorite player, but you also help create a comprehensive list that reflects the opinions of a diverse fan base. This dynamic ranking updates instantly with each new vote, giving a current view of which players are capturing the hearts of fans across the nation. Cast your vote today and see where your favorite athlete stands!

Who Is the Most Popular College Football Player?

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    The quarterback of the Clemson Tigers, Lawrence is considered a generational talent and a potential number one overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft. He has led Clemson to two national championship game appearances, winning one in 2018.
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    The quarterback of the Ohio State Buckeyes, Fields is another projected top pick in the 2021 NFL Draft. He led Ohio State to a Big Ten championship and a College Football Playoff appearance in 2019.
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    The running back of the Alabama Crimson Tide, Harris is a powerful runner who helped lead Alabama to a national championship in 2020. He is also considered a top prospect for the 2021 NFL Draft.
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    The quarterback of the Florida Gators, Trask had a breakout season in 2020, throwing for over 4,000 yards and leading Florida to a New Year's Six bowl game. He is also considered a potential first-round pick in the 2021 NFL Draft.
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    The wide receiver of the Alabama Crimson Tide, Smith won the Heisman Trophy in 2020 after a dominant season in which he caught 117 passes for 1,856 yards and 23 touchdowns. He also helped lead Alabama to a national championship.
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    The quarterback of the Alabama Crimson Tide, Jones took over as the starter in 2019 and led Alabama to a national championship in 2020. He threw for over 4,500 yards and 41 touchdowns in 2020 and is considered a potential first-round pick in the 2021 NFL Draft.
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    The quarterback of the BYU Cougars, Wilson had a breakout season in 2020, throwing for over 3,600 yards and 33 touchdowns. He is considered a potential top-10 pick in the 2021 NFL Draft.
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    The running back of the Clemson Tigers, Etienne is the ACC's all-time leading rusher and a two-time ACC Player of the Year. He helped lead Clemson to two national championship game appearances and is considered a potential first-round pick in the 2021 NFL Draft.
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    The quarterback of the Oklahoma Sooners, Rattler had a solid freshman season in 2020, throwing for over 3,000 yards and 28 touchdowns. He is considered a potential top-10 pick in the 2022 NFL Draft.
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    The quarterback of the North Carolina Tar Heels, Howell has had two impressive seasons to start his college career, throwing for over 7,000 yards and 68 touchdowns. He is considered a potential first-round pick in the 2022 NFL Draft.

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Ranking factors for popular college football player

  1. Performance
    The player's on-field performance, statistics, achievements, and impact on the team's success. 2. Media attention: The player's exposure in press coverage, television broadcasts, interviews, and social media presence. 3. Individual accolades: Recognition through awards, nominations for prestigious honors, and inclusion in All-American teams. 4. Fanbase: The player's popularity among fans, size of social media following, engagement, and fan interactions. 5. Team success: How the player contributes to the team's overall success, including conference championships, bowl game appearances, or national titles. 6. Marketability: The player's ability to attract endorsements, sponsorships, and commercial opportunities. 7. Hype and hype factor: The player's buzz and level of excitement generated by fans, media, and experts. 8. Social impact: Beyond their performance on the field, the player's influence on society, involvement in charitable activities, and community engagement can also contribute to their popularity.

About this ranking

This is a community-based ranking of the most popular college football player. We do our best to provide fair voting, but it is not intended to be exhaustive. So if you notice something or Player is missing, feel free to help improve the ranking!

Statistics

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  • 159 votes
  • 10 ranked items

Voting Rules

A participant may cast an up or down vote for each Player once every 24 hours. The rank of each Player is then calculated from the weighted sum of all up and down votes.

More information on most popular college football player

College football has always been a popular sport in the United States, with millions of fans tuning in to watch their favorite teams compete. But beyond just the teams themselves, there are also plenty of individual players who capture the attention and admiration of fans around the country. With so many talented athletes to choose from, it can be tough to determine who the most popular college football player really is. That's where StrawPoll comes in - our platform allows fans to vote and share their opinions on a wide range of topics, including which college football players they believe are the most deserving of recognition. From star quarterbacks to standout defensive linemen, there's no shortage of talented players to choose from. So who will come out on top in this hotly contested poll? Only time will tell, but one thing is for sure - college football fans are always eager to share their opinions and debate the merits of their favorite players.

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