One of the great things about college football is that on every team there are certain players nearly every fan can’t help but root for, even in the Southeastern Conference.
In recent history maybe it was Alabama offensive lineman Barrett Jones, Georgia running back Todd Gurley or South Carolina walk-on Carlton Heard.
We’re talking players who have overcome extreme adversity, excelled in the classroom or are just a great story.
The following are 10 of them, some who may or may not be the best players on their teams, or making game winning plays on the field this fall.