That 17-14 heartbreaker against Denver stings, right? You know us 12s, though. Even when the season’s in full swing, our eyes are always on the horizon, scouting the next wave of talent that could wear the green and blue. And with Week 7 college action lighting up the screens, there are some serious playmakers to keep an eye on.
Offensive Firepower We’re Watching
First up, let’s talk about the guys who can put points on the board. Over at Indiana, wide receiver Charlie Becker has stepped up as their most dynamic pass catcher. With Elijah Sarratt and Omar Cooper now in the NFL, Becker is the go-to guy, proving he is strong, dependable, and a good athlete. Everyone’s buzzing about Jeremiah Smith, but Becker is another first-round hopeful receiver in this weekend’s ranked showdown against Ohio State, and he will need to make some big plays if Indiana wants to pull off a win.
Then there is Missouri quarterback Austin Simmons. We hear talk about quarterback health all the time, and Simmons is a mid-round name that absolutely popped off. This dude went from losing his job to Trinidad Chambliss to being one of the best quarterbacks in college football. He has got good size and tools, and has looked incredibly confident in the Mizzou offense this year, showing off his accuracy, poise, and creativity. His game against Ole Miss has “shootout” written all over it, so Simmons will have plenty of chances to impress.
Defensive Game-Changers Coming Up
On the defensive side, there are some absolute terrors on the field this weekend. LSU’s edge defender Princewill Umanmielen followed up a really good junior season at Ole Miss with a brilliant year in Baton Rouge. He is a ferocious pass rusher, and LSU will need every bit of his talents to slow down Kamario Taylor.
In the secondary, we have a couple of corners making noise. Tennessee’s Dejaun Lane is athletic and long-armed, and he will be tasked with slowing down Alabama’s high-octane offense. The Vols will need Lane to keep Ryan Williams Coleman in check if they want to pull off the upset. Then there is Leonard Moore, the Notre Dame cornerback who might just be one of the two best defenders in the country. This guy is a great athlete who can run with anyone and he brings it in run defense too. BYU’s offense has been causing problems all season, so it is going to challenge Notre Dame’s defense. A great game from Moore will solidify his high draft stock and help the Irish grab a big win.
So yeah, Week 7 in college ball is not just about Saturday afternoon entertainment. It is about spotting the guys who could be making game-changing plays for us in the Emerald City down the road. Keep these names locked in, because the future of Seattle football starts now.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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