JAMES MADISON

Morgan Suarez might not be the most famous player on the James Madison football team, but his contributions have been crucial. As the Dukes made history by becoming the first Sun Belt program to reach the College Football Playoff, Suarez's consistent performance on the field has been a key factor.

James Madison's first-year coach Bob Chesney made a lasting impression with a historic road win over North Carolina. The Dukes' quarterback Alonza Barnett III led the charge, throwing five touchdown passes and rushing for two more. This quick-strike offense proved to be too much for the Tar Heels, w