Two Syracuse players ranked among football’s freakiest athletes
Bruce Feldman ranked 101 players and said Syracuse’s two linebackers stood out for elite speed, strength and explosiveness.
- On Monday, The Athletic's Bruce Feldman released his annual Freaks List, naming Syracuse linebacker Chris D'Appolonia and returning starter Antoine Deslauriers among his "freakiest" athletes in college football.
- Feldman defines these "freaks" as athletes displaying extreme speed, strength, and agility, identifying players who perform the "unthinkable" through their physical preparation and natural abilities.
- Four Crimson Tide athletes earned spots on the list: offensive tackle Jackson Lloyd, running back Daniel Hill, wide receiver Ryan Williams, and safety Bray Hubbard, showcasing Alabama's continued athletic dominance.
- Three Virginia football players also appeared in this year's publication: offensive lineman Makilan Thomas, quarterback Beau Pribula, and tackle McKale Boley, each recognized for elite athletic metrics.
- These athletic profiles offer teams significant competitive advantage as the 2026 season approaches, with coaches expecting standout performers to anchor critical positions across the ACC and SEC.
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The Alabama Crimson Tide are one of the most decorated programs in college football history. The Tide have a plethora of national championships to their name and a seemingly countless list of NFL talent across the years.Since the days of Bear Bryant, Alabama has been a hotbed for athletic “freaks.” Derrick Thomas’ elite explosiveness, Derrick […] The post Four Crimson Tide Named to The Athletic’s ‘Freaks List’ appeared first on HEAVY.
Two Syracuse players ranked among football’s freakiest athletes
Syracuse, N.Y. — Syracuse’s linebackers didn’t perform particularly well last season but the Orange will have two of the country’s freakiest athletes suiting up at the position under defensive coordinator Vince Kehres this year. The Athletic’s Bruce Feldman published one of college football’s annual preseason mile-markers on Monday, naming his “freakiest” athletes in college football. Feldman ...
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