ESPN ranks best college football players by jersey number
ESPN • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 11:40 AM
Last updated Jul 2, 2026
ESPN's college football staff has identified the best player ever for every jersey number. This project took several months and culminated in a comprehensive list published on July 2, 2026. By evaluating historical performances and contributions, the staff aims to spark conversations among fans about each player's legacy and significance in college football history. The rankings highlight notable figures from various periods of the sport.
- •ESPN's rankings cover every jersey number in college football history.
- •The project was months in the making and includes in-depth evaluations.
- •Fans can expect discussions about each player's legacy from this list.
- 12:39 PMESPN — 100 numbers, 100 debates: The best at every number in CFB history
"ESPN's college football staff spent the past few months determining the best player ever for every jersey number.
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