Next week SI.com will release its ranking of the top 100 college football players in the country. The compilation of the list could be best described as an imperfect blend of evaluation and projection. Everything from statistics to coaching changes to position battles factored into our thinking, but our fundamental goal was answering one simple question: Who are the best players in the country? It’s important to keep in mind that this exercise is not an assessment of pro potential; there are enough mock drafts floating around the internet to consume several hours of your work day. Rather, this ranking reflects the value we expect players to provide in the college game.