Posted Monday, August 16, 2010 02:42 PM
Just recently read an article that was saying Florida's John Brantley was under the most pressure to perform. I agree he has a ton of pressure but I don't think he is under the most. Here is my list;
1) Greg McIlroy - To me he has to be under the most pressure. He is the QB of the top team in the country and now that he has an inexperienced defense, he must prove he is capable of taking over a game and lead Alabama back to the National title game.
2) Jake Locker - Right now many people feel that he is the top QB prospect in next years draft. Without top talent around him like other QB's, Locker must turn water into wine in order to maintain his draft stock. He could stand to lose millions if he doesn't will his team to victory on a weekly basis.
3) Kellen Moore - He is in prime position to lead the first non BCS school into the title game, especially if they can get by Va Tech early on. Coming off a monster season, fans are expecting even bigger numbers and a run towards the National Championship.
4) John Brantley - Replacing Tim Tebow is a difficult task to ask any QB to do. Brantley doesn't have the star power or the bull dozing ability that Tebow had so he will have to rely purely on his passing ability to win games. 3rd and short becomes much more difficult when you're not 235 lbs and can run through guys.
5) Terrelle Pryor - After last years Rose Bowl performance, people are expecting a season's worth of those performances and a s...
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