USA250 lists top college athletes from California, Arizona, Alabama, and Arkansas
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 20, 2026, 9:11 AM
Last updated Jul 20, 2026
USA TODAY Sports has compiled the USA250 initiative, showcasing the top 10 greatest college athletes from California, Arizona, Alabama, and Arkansas. Notable figures include Jackie Robinson and Lew Alcindor from California, Barry Bonds and Phil Mickelson from Arizona, Bo Jackson and DeVonta Smith from Alabama, and Darren McFadden and Scottie Pippen from Arkansas. Each athlete made significant contributions to their respective sports during their college careers. The lists highlight the depth of talent produced in these states across various sports, emphasizing both traditional powerhouses like football and basketball and lesser-known sports achievements.
- •California features Jackie Robinson and Lew Alcindor among top athletes.
- •Arizona includes Barry Bonds and Phil Mickelson in the top 10.
- •Alabama highlights Bo Jackson and DeVonta Smith as key figures.
- •Arkansas lists Darren McFadden and Scottie Pippen among its best.
- •The initiative spans various sports, celebrating college athletic achievements.
- 9:11 AMYahoo Sports — USA250: 10 greatest college athletes from California
- 9:11 AMYahoo Sports — USA250: 10 greatest college athletes from Arizona
- 9:11 AMYahoo Sports — USA250: 10 greatest college athletes from Alabama
- 9:10 AMYahoo Sports — USA250: 10 greatest college athletes from Arkansas
- 9:02 AMYahoo Sports — USA250: 10 greatest college athletes from Alaska
"As part of USA TODAY Sports' USA 250 initiative, here's a look at the top 10 greatest college athletes to ever play in the state of Arkansas:
"As part of USA TODAY Sports' USA 250 initiative, here's a look at the top 10 greatest college athletes to ever play in the state of Alaska:
"As part of USA TODAY Sports' USA 250 initiative, here's a look at the top 10 greatest college athletes to play in the state of California:
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 20, 2026, 9:11 AMUSA250: 10 greatest college athletes from California
As part of USA TODAY Sports' USA 250 initiative, here's a look at the top 10 greatest college athletes to play in the state of California:
- Yahoo SportsJul 20, 2026, 9:11 AMUSA250: 10 greatest college athletes from Arizona
As part of USA TODAY Sports' USA 250 initiative, here's a look at the top 10 greatest college athletes to play in the state of Arizona:
- Yahoo SportsJul 20, 2026, 9:11 AMUSA250: 10 greatest college athletes from Alabama
As part of USA TODAY Sports' USA 250 initiative, here's a look at the top 10 greatest college athletes to play in the state of Alabama:
- Yahoo SportsJul 20, 2026, 9:10 AMUSA250: 10 greatest college athletes from Arkansas
As part of USA TODAY Sports' USA 250 initiative, here's a look at the top 10 greatest college athletes to ever play in the state of Arkansas:
- Yahoo SportsJul 20, 2026, 9:02 AMUSA250: 10 greatest college athletes from Alaska
As part of USA TODAY Sports' USA 250 initiative, here's a look at the top 10 greatest college athletes to ever play in the state of Alaska:
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