The inaugural College Football Playoff participants all had freshmen step in to become immediate contributors. Some players like Alabama's Cameron Robinson, Florida State's Dalvin Cook and Ohio State's Raekwon McMillan became starters and big-time playmakers.
Here are 10 Class of 2015 commits who could impact next year's race to the playoff:
RB Jovon Robinson and ATH Kerryon Johnson, Auburn
Despite being termed a spread team, Auburn is actually a two-back, run-first team. The addition of Robinson with Roc Thomas, who showed flashes this past season, gives QB Jeremy Johnson options to rely on. Auburn has been at its best on offense when it has a one-two punch in the backfield and now the QB runs won't be as prominent without Nick Marshall so the backs will see more duty. Robinson, a load-back type, might be most ready to carry the rock but don't count out a contribution from the big and athletic Johnson who will remind Auburn fans of Cadillac Williams. A solid rushing game and a revived defense under Will Muschamp could have Auburn in the playoff mix.