In today’s Fact or Fiction, I look at three big recent topics in college football and decide whether the statement is indeed FACT or if it’s FICTION.
1. QB Julian Sayin is ready to take the starting role at Ohio State.
Farrell’s take: FICTION
Sayin led the Buckeyes in passing yards in their spring game, but he also missed some wide-open receivers, and one of those mistakes was a pick-six. He still needs to learn to take what’s in front of him and not force the ball as he did when he was undercut for the pick, as a couple of other check-down options were there. He has a ton of upside, but Will Howard‘s steady play will be relied on early.
2. Xavier Restrepo will lead the ACC in catches.
Farrell’s take: FACT
He had 85 catches last season and didn’t have consistent QB play, and with Cam Ward on board and likely targeting him as his clear No. 1 option, he should have a monster season. More than 100 catches is easily within reach, as he looks even better than last season.
3. Domani Jackson becomes the next great Alabama DB.
Farrell’s take: FACT
Nick Saban isn’t there anymore, and the defense will struggle at times because of it, but Jackson has the talent to be the next first-rounder. He underachieved a bit at USC based on potential in HS, but Alabama is a great fit for him, and he can fill a huge leadership void. A fresh start will lead to stardom.
