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TCU vs Georgia Bulldogs: 2). Tre’Vius Hodges-Tomlinson

On the defensive side of the ball, Hodges-Tomlinson has been the standout for TCU this season. In 2022 cornerback Hodges-Tomlinson accumulated 40 tackles, 3 interceptions, 10 pass breakups and one forced fumble. This stellar season saw the Horned Frogs corner pick up the Thorpe award as the nation’s top defensive back.

Hodges-Tomlinson who is the nephew of TCU and NFL great, Ladanian Tomlinson is graded as the nation’s top cornerback by Pro Football Focus. Hodges-Tomlinson is a true shutdown corner and was the stand-out defensive player in the Big 12 season allowing a 38.9 passer rating for passes thrown in his direction (per ESPN stats).

While many thought that he was undersized at 5’9″ and 180lbs it is his speed and ability to scrap for the ball which has made him stand out for the Frogs this year. Stetson Bennett will need to be on the watch out for Hodges-Tomlinson should he look to attempt any deep balls as he did to Arian Smith against Ohio State. TCU is dangerous in the secondary.