The Best College Teams in 2014
Every year, college teams across the country compete for the title of “best”. In 2014, there were a number of contenders for this honor, but only one team can truly be called the best. Who was it? To answer that question, let’s take a look at the top teams of 2014 and what made them so successful.
1. Florida State Seminoles
The Florida State Seminoles had an incredible 2014 season, finishing with a 13-1 record and a win in the first-ever college football playoff. Led by Heisman Trophy winning quarterback Jameis Winston, the Seminoles’ offense was explosive and unstoppable. The defense was also very strong, led by Defensive Player of the Year, defensive tackle Mario Edwards Jr.
2. Alabama Crimson Tide
The Alabama Crimson Tide were another team that had a great 2014 season. Led by the nation’s top-ranked defense, the Crimson Tide finished with an 11-2 record and a berth in the college football playoff. Offensively, the Tide were led by Heisman Trophy finalist Amari Cooper and running back Derrick Henry.
3. Oregon Ducks
The Oregon Ducks were another team that had a great 2014 season. Led by Heisman Trophy winning quarterback Marcus Mariota, the Ducks finished with a 12-1 record and a berth in the college football playoff. The Ducks’ offense was one of the most explosive in the nation and their defense was one of the toughest.
4. TCU Horned Frogs
The TCU Horned Frogs had an impressive 2014 season, finishing with an 11-1 record and a berth in the college football playoff. Led by quarterback Trevone Boykin and wide receiver Josh Doctson, the Horned Frogs’ offense was one of the most dynamic in the nation. The defense was also very strong, led by Big 12 Defensive Player of the Year, defensive tackle Chucky Hunter.
5. Ohio State Buckeyes
The Ohio State Buckeyes had a great 2014 season, finishing with a 14-1 record and a win in the college football playoff. Led by quarterback Cardale Jones and running back Ezekiel Elliott, the Buckeyes’ offense was one of the most dynamic in the nation. The defense was also very strong, led by Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year, linebacker Darron Lee.
6. Baylor Bears
The Baylor Bears had an outstanding 2014 season, finishing with an 11-2 record and a berth in the college football playoff. Led by quarterback Bryce Petty and wide receiver Antwan Goodley, the Bears’ offense was one of the most explosive in the nation. The defense was also very strong, led by Big 12 Defensive Player of the Year, cornerback Xavien Howard.
7. Auburn Tigers
The Auburn Tigers had a great 2014 season, finishing with an 8-4 record and a berth in the college football playoff. Led by quarterback Nick Marshall and running back Cameron Artis-Payne, the Tigers’ offense was one of the most explosive in the nation. The defense was also very strong, led by SEC Defensive Player of the Year, safety Robenson Therezie.
8. Mississippi State Bulldogs
The Mississippi State Bulldogs had a stellar 2014 season, finishing with a 10-3 record and a berth in the college football playoff. Led by quarterback Dak Prescott and wide receiver De’Runnya Wilson, the Bulldogs’ offense was one of the most dynamic in the nation. The defense was also very strong, led by SEC Defensive Player of the Year, safety Justin Cox.
9. Michigan State Spartans
The Michigan State Spartans had a great 2014 season, finishing with an 11-2 record and a berth in the college football playoff. Led by quarterback Connor Cook and wide receiver Tony Lippett, the Spartans’ offense was one of the most explosive in the nation. The defense was also very strong, led by Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year, cornerback Trae Waynes.
10. UCLA Bruins
The UCLA Bruins had an impressive 2014 season, finishing with a 10-3 record and a berth in the college football playoff. Led by quarterback Brett Hundley and running back Paul Perkins, the Bruins’ offense was one of the most dynamic in the nation. The defense was also very strong, led by Pac-12 Defensive Player of the Year, linebacker Eric Kendricks.
Conclusion
After reviewing all of the contenders, it is clear that the Florida State Seminoles were the best college team of 2014. With a 13-1 record and a win in the college football playoff, the Seminoles are the undisputed champions of college football in 2014. The Seminoles’ offense was explosive and their defense was one of the best in the nation.
The other teams mentioned in this article were all very good in 2014, but none of them could match the Seminoles in terms of overall success. It is clear that the Florida State Seminoles are the best college team of 2014, and they will be remembered for many years to come.