FSU Football: Top 5 Noles that stood out in 2020 season

Nov 26, 2016; Tallahassee, FL, USA; Florida State Seminoles Chief Osceola holds his spear above his head before the game against the Florida Gators at Doak Campbell Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Melina Vastola-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 26, 2016; Tallahassee, FL, USA; Florida State Seminoles Chief Osceola holds his spear above his head before the game against the Florida Gators at Doak Campbell Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Melina Vastola-USA TODAY Sports /
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Lawrence Toafili

Again I’m cheating. I’m just picking the best performer out of a group that excelled, the youth on the team.

Toafili, a true freshman from St. Petersburg, wasn’t expected to be a major contributor. It was said that he needed time to get into college football shape. However, due to injuries and attrition, he saw a greater role as the season wore on although he dealt with some injuries himself.

Toafili totaled 37 carries for 356 yards. His 9.6 yards-per-rush leads all FBS freshman. He also had 12 receptions for 120 yards.

The two touchdowns are a little disappointing but in what was a limited year, it is a good benchmark for what ought to be expected from the former blue-chip recruit.

This offseason will be vital for his development as he will be able to spend it getting bigger and preparing to make a big jump in year two to withstand the wear and tear of more a bigger workload.