entering Week 11 of the college football season, 4 of the top 10 receivers nationally are of the overachieving variety.
#1 -
Danny Scudero is far and away the best receiver in the country, statistically speaking. the San Jose State redshirt sophomore leads the nation in receiving yards (1,085) and yards-per-catch (17.2 [with a 45 catch minimum]), and is second in receptions (63) and touchdown catches (10). though small in stature at a listed 5-foot-9, 174 pounds, Scudero is best known for his big play ability. is it a surprise that he started his collegiate career at the FCS level?
#7 - at 774 receiving yards (from 45 catches with 5 tds) so far,
Cooper Barkate was a very smart pickup in the transfer portal. *pun* the former Ivy Leaguer is the complete package at wideout. the graduate student can pick up the tough underneath catches or the explosive yards after the catch (as attested by his 17.2 yard average). is it a surprise that he started his collegiate career at the FCS level?
#9 -
Beau Sparks is a former sprinter with 10.4 speed in the 100-meters, but now makes plays with his hands, too, amassing 741 yards and 6 touchdowns off his 51 catches so far this season. despite adequate size (listed at 5-foot-11, 177 pounds), game breaking speed, and impressive punt return ability is it a surprise that he started his collegiate career at the FCS level?
#10 - Illinois senior
Hank Beatty rounds out my list with 730 yards and 3 touchdowns on 49 catches. the former Illinois high school Gatorade PoY was named a mid-season all-American by the Sporting News as an all-purpose player. it may come as a surprise, but he actually was recruited to play for the Illini out of high school.
