29 DAYS TO KICKOFF: Sean Newlan

Then-freshman safety Sean Newlan (29) helps to take down the elusive (and abusive) Tyreek Hill. Hill was a speed freak, so Newlan must have some wheels himself. - Scott Sewell-USA TODAY SportsIn which BracketCat counts down the 29th day until kickoff with a profile of defensive back Sean Newlan.

Sean Austin Thomas Newlan (b. Dec. 20, 1994) is everyone's favorite under-the-radar recruit from the class of 2013. Originally slated to grayshirt, he was called up to the big leagues in summer 2013 to help to fill out the class.

Newlan redshirted in 2013, even though he probably could have played at safety, and contributed on special teams last season. He appeared in all 13 games and recorded six…