Two Big 12 Stars Make National Top 10 List

Two Big 12 standouts appear among college football’s top 10 most valuable non-quarterbacks.

Utah offensive tackle Spencer Fano checked in at No. 9 and Arizona State receiver Jordyn Tyson landed at No. 10 on the national ranking. These assessments underscore the impact both players bring to critical positions heading into the 2025 season.

Fano anchors Utah’s offensive line, a rare true freshman starter at left tackle in 2023 who earned freshman All‑America honors. He followed that up with a first-team All‑Big 12 selection in 2024 and emerged as one of the nation’s top run blockers and versatile protectors. Analysts attribute value not just to his on-field production but to the leadership and durability he offers through the season.

Tyson emerged as ASU’s go-to receiver in his first full season with the Sun Devils in 2024. Accounting for more than half of Arizona State’s receiving yards, he earned first-team All‑Big 12 honors and figured prominently on NFL draft radars. His abilities in contested catches, route separation, and YAC explosiveness make him a high-upside asset at the position.

In EA Sports College Football 26 ratings, Fano and Tyson ranked at the top among all Big 12 players, each graded 94 overall, and were acknowledged as league leaders at their positions.

Their inclusion in the top-10 value list reflects more than hype. Fano offers foundational strength to Utah’s front, critical in Big 12 matchups. Tyson provides Arizona State with explosive playmaking as the Sun Devils aim to repeat conference success. With roster dynamics evolving in both programs, those two could define seasons for their teams.