2025 Football Honors Span Levels and Legends

As the 2025 football season approaches, a wide range of rankings and honors is highlighting both veteran athletes and emerging talent at various levels of the sport. The Southern Football League in Australia has released its top 35 players for 2025, underscoring strong regional interest. On the collegiate front, Arizona celebrates quarterback legends while preparing for Brent Brennan’s second season, and FIU’s Keyone Jenkins is set to become a three-year starting quarterback. High school players are being recognized nationally through Gatorade’s 2024-25 Player of the Year awards, which honor both athletic and academic achievement. Additionally, a nationwide tribute to football legends from every U.S. state highlights the sport's diverse heritage, featuring stars like Terrell Owens, Tom Brady, and Christian McCaffrey. These developments reflect the sport’s broad appeal and the continued celebration of excellence at all levels.