Atlanta, GA 10/22/2008 4:18:57 AM
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Colt McCoy, Michael Crabtree Lead 2008 Midseason College Football All-American Team

Texas quarterback Colt McCoy and Texas Tech receiver Michael Crabtree lead the 2008 YourFindit Midseason All-American Team.

 

McCoy and Crabtree, the two Big 12 stars, lead the offense for the midseason All-Americans, which is chock full of the nation's top talent entering the second half of the 2008 season. McCoy currently leads the Longhorns, the No. 1 team in the AP Top 25, while Crabtree is the star on the nation's top passing offense.

 

On defense, Jerry Hughes is playing similarly to South Florida's George Selvie last year, destroying opposing offensive lines. Hughes is second in the nation in sacks as he helps to lead the Horned Frogs, who lead the nation in total defense, rushing defense and sacks.

 

Look below to see the full 2008 Midseason All-American Team from YourFindit

 

Offense:

 

QB: Colt McCoy, Jr., Texas

The catalyst for the nation’s top team is first in the nation in completion percentage, fourth in passing efficiency and ninth in total offense. He also leads the Longhorns in rushing. Has 1,894 passing yards, 371 rushing yards, 19 TDs, 3 INTs.

 

RB: Javon Ringer, Sr., Michigan State

The nation’s leading rusher with 1,194 yards, Ringer has been the nation’s star running back of the midseason. He leads the nation in carries (263) and rushing touchdowns (14), and is third in all-purpose yards (187.25 ypg).

 

RB: Donald Brown, Jr., Connecticut

Brown leads the nation in rushing yards per game (167.71 ypg) and is tied for second with 12 rushing TDs. Brown, has a 5.96-yard per carry average, has been the star for a resurgent UConn team that has been ranked in the AP Top 25 this season.

 

WR: Michael Crabtree, Soph., Texas Tech

The 2007 Biletnikoff Award winner is off to yet another sensation season. In the offensive-laden Big 12 conference, Crabtree is third in receptions and second in receiving yards per game. He is the star of the nation’s top passing offense and second-best total offense.

 

WR: Dez Bryant, Soph., Oklahoma State

Bryant has had three three-TD games and two 200-yard receiving games thus far this season, including this past weekend’s 11-catch, 212-yard performance against Baylor. He has 45 catches for 809 yards and 11 TDs this season. Bryant is also sixth in the nation in punt returns.

 

TE: Chase Coffman, Sr., Missouri

While Jeremy Maclin has been the Tigers’ most dangerous threat, Coffman is the most consistent target for Heisman candidate Chase Daniel. Coffman is second amongst tight ends in the nation in receptions per game (8.0) and receiving yards per game (99.14).

 

OL: Michael Oher, Sr., Ole Miss

Oher is considered as a potential No. 1 pick in the 2009 NFL Draft and it is easy to see why. Oher was key in allowing the Ole Miss offense to upset Florida, as well as allow for Jevan Snead to earn his stripes at quarterback.

 

OL: A.Q. Shipley, Sr., Penn State

Shipley anchors the nation’s No. 10 rushing offense and No. 7 scoring offense. He allows quarterback Daryll Clark the time to throw to his bevy of receivers and assists Evan Royster and Stephon Green to find holes as running backs. He is an underappreciated piece to Penn State’s amazing 2008 puzzle.

 

OL: Andre Smith, Jr., Alabama

Smith anchors a tough offensive line that has helped the Crimson Tide earn the No. 2 ranking in the AP Top 25 and BCS rankings. The Tide averaging 226.3 rushing yards per game, which ranks 14th nationally, and has 14 rushing touchdowns.

 

OL: Jonathan Luigs, Sr., Arkansas

After losing the nation’s best backfield in Darren McFadden and Felix Jones, both 1st round picks in the 2008 NFL Draft, Luigs has allowed newcomer Michael Smith to become the SEC’s leading rusher.

 

OL: Dallas Reynolds, Sr., BYU

Prior to their debacle against TCU’s No. 1 defense, BYU has only given up two sacks in their previous six games, sparking one of the nation’s premier offenses. Reynolds leads a line that protects Max Hall, one of the nation’s most profilic quarterbacks, and the nation’s No. 10 passing offense.

 

PK: Josh Arauco, Sr., Arkansas State

Arauco is 15-of-15 on field goals, tied for the nation’s lead with 100%. He is also 26-of-26 with PAT kicking. It’s hard to vote against a perfect kicker.

 

KR: Derrick Williams, Sr., Penn State

One of the most versatile talents in the nation, Williams became the first player in Joe Paterno’s Penn State career to score a touchdown rushing, receiving and returning in the same game (against Illinois). He is fifth in the nation in yards per kick return (32.18) and is tied for most touchdowns with two. He also took back a punt return for a touchdown against Wisconsin.

 

Defense:

 

DE: Aaron Maybin, Soph., Penn State

The anchor of the ferocious Penn State defense, Maybin is top five in the nation in both sacks (10) and tackles for loss (14.5), leading the Big Ten in both. He also has 33 total tackles. With the help of Maybin, Penn State is top ten in the nation in pass efficiency defense, total defense and scoring defense.

 

DT: Terrance Cody, Jr., Alabama

Better known as “Mount Cody” for his behemoth size, the junior college transfer has been just as massive for the Alabama defense this season. Cody has just 15 tackles and 3.5 tackles for loss, but he has been the most insurmountable defensive lineman in the SEC, helping to lead the Crimson Tide to the second-best rushing defense in the nation.

 

DT: Jerry Hughes, Jr., TCU

The star of the nation’s best defense, Hughes is second in the nation in sacks (11) and sixth in tackles for loss (14). Hughes anchors the TCU exceptional defense, ranking No. 1 in total defense, rushing defense and sacks. Hughes also has two interceptions.

 

DE: Brian Orakpo, Sr., Texas

Although Texas receives a lot of attention for their offense, their defense has been very key for them this season. Orakpo has been the stalwart on the Longhorns defense, utilizing his speed and quickness to lead the Big 12 in sacks (7.5). He is second in the conference in tackles for loss (11) and has 24 total tackles for the #1 team in the nation.

 

LB: Sean Witherspoon, Jr., Missouri

Weatherspoon has been one of the most versatile defensive players in the nation. He leads the Tigers in interceptions (3), tackles (72) and tackles for loss (10). He is tied for second-most INTs for a LB in the nation, and is ninth in tackles and 11th in tackles for loss.

 

LB: Scott McKillop, Sr., Pittsburgh

A preseason YourFindit All-American, McKillop has earned his reputation this year. McKillop leads the Big East in tackles (61) and tackles for loss (9.5), ranking 11th and 13th in the nation, respectively. His biggest game (12 solo tackles and 2 sacks) against South Florida helped Pitt upset South Florida for their first loss, catapulting the Panthers into the AP Top 25.

 

LB: Brandon Spikes, Jr., Florida

At the third piece of the triumvirate of the 2007 class at Florida, Spikes is arguably having a better year than his classmates Tim Tebow and Percy Harvin. As the anchor of the Gators’ defense, Spikes saved the best for last, catching two interceptions and taking one for a TD on Saturday against LSU. After missing the first game of the season, Spikes has garnered 46 tackles (4.5 for loss) and two sacks this season.

 

DB: Eric Berry, Soph., Tennessee

Arguably the best defensive back in the nation, Berry has met the high expectation he received as an incoming freshman. Berry is tied for the nation’s lead with five interceptions, including one for a 72-yard touchdown against Mississippi State on Saturday. He has 44 tackles (4.5 for loss), two sacks and four passes defended.

 

DB: Malcolm Jenkins, Sr., Ohio State

Considered the best cornerback in the country, Jenkins has been key for the Buckeyes’ defense yet again this season. He has 36 tackles (3.5 for loss), five passes defended, three interceptions, one sack and a blocked kick. Even in Ohio State’s worst performance, Jenkins had 10 tackles.

 

DB: Trevard Lindley, Jr., Kentucky

Along with Marcus McClinton, Lindley has led a defense that second in the nation in pass efficiency defense, seventh in scoring defense and ninth in passing defense. Lindley has 21 tackles, seven passes defended, and three interceptions (one for a TD).

 

DB: Otis Wiley, Sr., Michigan State

Wiley leads the Big Ten with four interceptions and 11 passes defended, while gathering 48 tackles. Wiley is also the team’s leading punt returner. Although the team lost to Ohio State on Saturday, 45-7, he had 10 total tackles.

 

P: T.J. Conley, Sr., Idaho

Conley not only leads the nation in net punting yards (1,991), but also leads in yards per punt (47.4). Although Idaho is 1-7, Conley’s foot is the only bright spot.

 

PR: Trindon Holliday, Jr., LSU

One of the nation’s fastest football players and track stars, Holliday exemplifies blazing speed on his returns. If they kick to him, he destroys teams. Against North Texas, he caught four returns for 163 yards. He is second in the nation in yards per punt return.

 

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