deskgameWard benefits from his favorite target, WR Xavier Restrepo, seemingly opting to play in the Pop-Tarts Bowl. Restrepo hasn’t officially announced he’s sitting out, and the Hurricanes will need the ACC leader in receiving yards and touchdown catches. He’s a notable threat on long throws and reeled in a catch of 25+ yards in all but three games.
deskgameLeonard will likely take to the air at least that many times tonight, and sophomore wideout Jaden Greathouse has been a reliable receiver. The sophomore is third on the team in receptions and has at least one reception in all 13 Fighting Irish games.
deskgameSetting the tone defensively is what Michigan does. The Wolverines allow a stingy 3.4 first-quarter points per game. The Alabama offense averages 8.8 first-quarter points, including 6.6 points on the road.
deskgameThe star of the show is quarterback Jayden Daniels, who was taken as the second-overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft. Despite being a rookie, Daniels has shown great poise and decision-making to elevate this offense to another level this season.
deskgameNOTE: Tier Credits will reset to 0 on January 1 each year. Tier status must be earned each year to maintain that status for the following year.
