The 2022 college football season is still a few months away, but it’s never too early to try and predict which players will rise above the rest.
Superlatives are great for recognizing individuals who have special abilities that deserve to be appreciated. In this article, we are straying from the typical superlative you’d find in your high school yearbooks.
Whether it be the reigning Heisman-winner rising to the occasion, or a first-year player that could cause a stir as a true freshman, the SEC is loaded with talent that will be seen by fans, players and analysts from all across the nation.
Here are a few predictions for the upcoming 2022 season.
MVP – Bryce Young, Alabama (QB)
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Bryce Young won the 2021 Heisman Trophy for his outstanding play as a true sophomore that was in his first year as a starter. Playing under Nick Saban is no simple task, and Young definitely made it seem easy. With plenty of high-level talent surrounding him in 2022, expect Young to once again be seen as one of the best in the nation.
Offensive Player of the Year – Anthony Richardson, Florida (QB)
Anthony Richardson has officially won the battle as the Gators starting quarterback, seeing as his main competitor from 2021, Emory Jones, transferred to Arizona State. The rising junior quarterback appeared to have all the tools to be a stellar starter last season, but was a bit inconsistent. With confidence, Richardson could be a game-changer. Florida may not seem like a competitor out of the east, but who knows what the future holds for first-year head coach Billy Napier and the Florida Gators.
Defensive Player of the Year – Will Anderson Jr., Alabama (LB/EDGE)
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