Chris Godwin

Godwin enters the 2016 season as arguably the best receiver in the Big 10 thanks to a strong sophomore campaign in which he hauled in 70 of 118 targets (59.3% catch rate) for 1,103 yards (15.8 YPR) and five scores. At 6-1, 208, Godwin has solid size on the outside to go with speed that matches his physicality at the point of the catch. He’s able to attack the ball when it’s in the air and out-muscle cornerbacks to come down with the catch, which is an extremely important trait considering the top flight defensive backs he faces in the Big Ten East. Godwin will have to adjust to a new quarterback and a new offensive system, but new offensive coordinator Joe Moorehead’s system ought to be conducive to creating opportunities for Godwin. It’s also worth noting that defenses won’t be able to solely key on Godwin given that DaeSean Hamilton and Saeed Blacknall are strong receivers in their own right. Even with an inexperienced quarterback at the helm and a new OC calling the shots, Godwin should be primed for a big time season for the Nittany Lions.