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Caleb Williams named in college football top-10 supervillain list

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 3:05 PM

Last updated Aug 16, 2026

Caleb Williams named in college football top-10 supervillain list
Summary

Caleb Williams has been included in ESPN's list of college football's top-10 supervillains. His controversial decision to transfer from Oklahoma to USC and capitalize on NIL deals during his career have contributed to his polarizing reputation. Williams won the Heisman Trophy in 2022 and drew criticism following USC's elimination from title contention in 2023, further cementing his status in the eyes of some fans. Critics argue that his placement on this list may reflect recency bias, as historical figures from earlier eras were not included.

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  • •Caleb Williams is highlighted as a top-10 supervillain in college football.
  • •He transferred from Oklahoma to USC, following coach Lincoln Riley.
  • •Williams garnered significant NIL earnings during his college career.
  • •He won the Heisman Trophy in 2022 and faced scrutiny post-2023 elimination.
  • •Critics suggest his inclusion reflects recency bias.
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  • 3:05 PMYahoo Sports — Caleb Williams makes college football top-10 supervillain list
What they're saying
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Caleb Williams was a villain - no argument there - but he wasn't a top-10 all-time college football bad boy. Others were far worse

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