

There are a handful of players in College Football 26 that are incredible to play as and are some of the most fun in the game. From speedy receivers to hard-hitting defensive players, you seriously need to give these 15 players a shot in CFB 26.
If you watched any of the college football 25 season, you know why Diego Pavia is on this list. But, outside of his heroic performance last season, he’s also got some of the best IQ of any quarterback in the game and would make a Vanderbilt playthrough that much better.
We had to show the offensive linemen some love on this list, and there’s no one better than Reed-Thomas to represent the big men up front. He’s got some of the best Run Blocking and Power stats in the game, and at 93 overall, he should make running the ball a piece of cake in CFB 26.
On the defensive side of the ball, with the highest Hit Power in the game, is Anthony Hill Jr. from Texas. He’s a 95 overall linebacker who is fast, powerful, and smart. Need we say more?
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Anthony may only be 76 overall, but with 99 Speed and 99 Acceleration, he will undoubtedly outperform his overall rating as a wideout for the Hogs. If you love a speedy WR, Jordan Anthony is your guy!
Keldric Faulk is among a few very elite EDGE players in College Football 26, boasting incredible run-stopping potential and power. Whether you need to shut down a pass or disrupt just about any offensive line, Faulk should be at the top of your list for players to try.
If you want a young QB with loads of Throw Power, then Nebraska’s Dylan Raiola is a must-try, especially as the centerpiece for a Dynasty rebuild. As a sophomore with 88 overall, he’s got immense potential in CFB 26.
We’ve got a kicker! Michigan’s Dominic Zvada boasts a best-in-game 97 Kick Power rating. So the question becomes, how long of a field goal can you make with him?
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Speaking of highest stats in the game, VT’s Terion Stewart has the highest Trucking stat in the game at 97. With an 89 overall to round it out, this is someone that all run-heavy players should be looking to try in CFB 26.
If you want to play as a stud LB at a smaller school, then Jason Henderson is among your best options. He’s got an incredible IQ, 99 Awareness, and is an elite run-stopper. At 93 overall, Henderson will dominate the lower-tier opponents that Old Dominion will be going up against.
Lagway is a beast of a QB in College Football 26, improving as expected from his ’25 overalls. He’s got insane Elusiveness and a 98 Throw Power, allowing you to play a very high-ceiling playstyle that is a ton of fun.
If you want a lockdown corner to help get you more of those elusive interceptions, Leonard Moore is your best pick. He’s got the best Man Coverage in the game, is incredibly fast, and is 94 overall. His Hands stats may be somewhat lower, but he’s still usually able to make the pick.
Our top running back on the list is Jonah Coleman from Washington. He’s got a great blend of Power and Elusiveness, and is a great receiving option as well out of the backfield. As far as well-rounded HBs go, Coleman is top-notch.
LaNorris Sellers is, in our opinion, the most fun QB to play as in College Football 26. He can do everything well, has exceptional Throw Power, and has some of the fastest WRs in the game to target. All in all, Sellers is electric and a must-try.
Another Gamecock, Dylan Stewart, is our pick for the most fun defensive player coming off the edge. He’s got a staggering 96 Acceleration and 91 Speed rating, paired with insane Finesse Moves, and is truly a menace on the defensive line.
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One of the cover athletes and the top overall player in the game, Jeremiah Smith, has to be at the top of our list. He’s a do-everything wideout that constantly makes plays and has some of the most impressive Badges of any player in the game. Give him a try at least once in College Football 26.
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