Overview

• Forbes published an alphabetical watchlist on Aug. 19 focused on expected team impact rather than a Heisman ranking.
• Drew Allar (3,327 yards, 30 total TDs in 2024) and Cade Klubnik (36 TD passes, six interceptions) headline the quarterbacks highlighted.
• LSU’s Garrett Nussmeier is included after a preseason knee scare was described as not serious, following a 4,052‑yard, 29‑TD campaign.
• Texas’ Arch Manning enters his first season atop the depth chart with an Aug. 30 opener at defending national champion Ohio State, while Clemson faces LSU the same night.
• ESPN’s Aug. 20 roundtable added context by pushing Alabama WR Ryan Williams higher, reinforcing Ohio State WR Jeremiah Smith as No. 1 on its board, and noting no Penn State player landed in its top 15.