Defense
Sam Montgomery, DE, LSU, Jr.
He’s a sleek (6-foot-4, 245 pounds) and strong standout for one of the nation’s best defenses. Last season, he had nine sacks (the fourth-best single-season total in school history) and 13.5 tackles for a loss. Even beyond his physical ability and eye-opening statistics, Montgomery displays the mental discipline and toughness of a great one.