The college football season is right around the corner, which means numerous true freshmen are fighting to earn spots on the field. Transfers and upperclassmen are trying to hold the newcomers off, but every season, there are a number of first-year players who make instant impacts and earn starting jobs.
Last year, Cade Klubnik was able to supplant starter DJ Uiagalelei late in the season as Clemson's quarterback. E.J. Warner got a shot at Temple and Conner Weigman eventually took over at Texas A&M. While it is generally uncommon for offensive linemen to see the field early on, many did play, including two from LSU alone (Will Campbell and Emery Jones).