Spring practices are set to begin around college football, and the offseason workouts build toward a scrimmage in April or May.
While the upcoming weeks will include plenty of stories about new freshmen, only a small number of people will have firsthand viewings of these players in practice. That spring-ending scrimmage often provides the initial look at a team's most recent signings—including some big-name prospects who might contribute right away in the fall.
The list is primarily comprised of quarterbacks and wide receivers, yes. While not the most diverse selection of positions, the reality is that spring games are more a showcase of offensive players.