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          Ranking the top 10 true freshmen in college football

          Sam Howell has thrown for 519 yards, four touchdowns and no interceptions as the Tar Heels started the season with back-to-back wins. Streeter Lecka/Getty Images
          • Tom VanHaaren, ESPN Staff WriterSep 13, 2019, 12:30 PM
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            • Joined ESPN in 2011
            • Graduated from Central Michigan
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          Through two weeks of the season, there have been quite a few true freshmen who have made their mark in college football. It started in Week 1 with Auburn quarterback Bo Nix helping his team take down Oregon, and has continued throughout other programs with some exciting performances.