Sky Is the Limit for These College Football Freshman Standouts

While the revolving door that is college freshman is full of budding young stars, there are several who stand out for their sky-high potential.

Whether they're speed and agility separates them in the open field or their brutal toughness guides them past a throng of blockers, these players have the talent to become legendary.

Let's take a look at the most prolific freshmen in college football.

Enjoy.

8. Marqise Lee, USC

With 73 receptions for 1,143 yards, eleven touchdowns and a prolific signal caller throwing to him, Marqise Lee is having quite the phenomenal rookie year.

It's only a matter of time before NFL teams are approaching USC's 6'1" secret weapon.

7. Malcolm Mitchell, Georgia

Quietly becoming quarterback Aaron Murray’s favorite target, Malcolm Mitchell was rewarded with a spot on Southeastern Conference Coaches’ All-Freshman team.

The Georgia Bulldog receiver caught 38 passes for a team-high 614 yards and four touchdowns.

If only he hadn't missed three games with a hamstring. 

6. Braxton Miller, Ohio State

With the ability to rebuild his school's once-respected reputation, Braxton Miller seems willing to carry the load.

He may only have 997 yards and 11 touchdowns passing, but the prolific Ohio State signal caller has 695 yards and seven touchdowns on the ground.

His highlights speak for themselves.

5. Jadeveon Clowney, South Carolina

Not only did this defensive end's "Freshman of the Year" label mark the second consecutive year that a South Carolina player was named the top freshman in the brutal SEC, but stout freshman Jadaveon Clowney gave fans a promising sight by recording six sacks, five forced fumbles and ten tackles for loss.

The future looks bright for the ninth-ranked Gamecocks (10-2, 6-2 SEC).

4. De'Anthony Thomas, Oregon

Seen as one of the most electric players in college, running back De'Anthony Thomas even excites while on the sidelines while nursing an injury.

He was named the co-freshman of the year in the Pac-12 after recording 1,908 yards, and gave Oregon fans plenty to smile about.

3. A.J. Johnson, Tennessee

It's about time a linebacker makes his presence felt on this list of promising freshmen.

With 80 tackles to lead all freshmen, Vols linebacker A.J. Johnson seems destined for greatness.

His path is reminiscent of that led by former Tennessee greats Jerod Mayo and Kevin Burnett.

2. Isaiah Crowell, Georgia

While he dealt with plenty of controversy during the season, Georgia Bulldogs running back Isaiah Crowell is still undoubtedly exciting a plethora of eager NFL scouts.

His erupting speed and elusive quickness led him to a SEC All-Freshman team selection...

...As well as his 847 yards and five touchdowns.

1. Sammy Watkins, Clemson

Easily among the most dominant receivers in college football, Clemson's Sammy Watkins has the potential to explode on any down.

77 receptions, 1,153 yards and 11 touchdowns was a nice start to a promising future.

Truly a can't-miss prospect.