College Football: Ranking the top 10 returning players at each position

Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma Sooners quarterback Spencer Rattler (7) runs during the first half against the Baylor Bears at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports

By PFF.com
Posted May 10, 2021 6:00 am EDT

The 2021 college football season kicks off in just over 100 days, and we at PFF are here to get you ready for it. We'll start by ranking the top 10 returning players at each position and naming one sleeper who could make some noise this season.

The rankings are based on a bevy of factors, including PFF grade and other advanced metrics available to CFB Premium Stats+ subscribers. And remember, this has nothing to do with pro potential.

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College Football: Ranking the top 10 returning players at each position

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QUARTERBACK

RUNNING BACK

WIDE RECEIVER

TIGHT END

OFFENSIVE TACKLE

INTERIOR OFFENSIVE LINE

INTERIOR DEFENSIVE LINE

EDGE DEFENDER

LINEBACKER

CORNERBACK

SAFETY