Over the past few seasons, freshmen new to college football have not shied away from the spotlight. In fact, many have thrived on the jump to the next level.

2008 introduced the college football world to guys like Julio Jones, Terrelle Pryor, and Jeff Demps. One year ago, they were in high school.

The following season, all three of these freshmen played in BCS games and had huge roles on those teams.

With the start of the 2009 season just around the corner, who are some of the next impact freshmen ready to take the spotlight?

Here are some candidates for the guys that can be freshmen sensations in no particular order.

Russell Shepard—QB, LSU
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