Darron Lee, LB, Ohio State
Joey Bosa is suspended for the opener against Virginia Tech, so the defending national champions need someone to step up. Look no further than Lee, who racked up 16.5 tackles for loss—including 7.5 sacks—last season, two absolutely stunning totals for a linebacker. While Bleacher Report’s Ben Axelrod said Lee is the college football’s most overlooked star, he has an opportunity to dominate the Hokies on Labor Day night in front of a massive audience. Oh, by the way, Lee is only a sophomore. He’s not leaving the national scene anytime soon, so it’d be smart to welcome Lee’s name into your home.
When and where to watch: Monday, 8Â p.m. ET, ESPN