With college football coming to an end, it’s nice to look back at all the talent that has come through each of the fourteen teams in the Big Ten this year. The Big Ten boasts some of the most beautiful students and student-athletes, so condensing all the players into this list was a daunting task. While sadly not all of these gentlemen are single and ready to mingle, two things are certain: they’re very nice to look at and they’re very good at what they do.
Blake O’Neill (University of Michigan)
Instagram: blakewoneill
Position: Punter
Claim to Fame (or Infamy): Even though his last minute mistake in his kick during the Michigan State vs. Michigan game cost the Wolverines the game, there is no denying that this guy is anything short of gorgeous. Also, he’s Australian which is reason enough to fall in love.
Taylor Decker (Ohio State University)
Instagram: taylor_decker68
Position: Offensive Tackle
Claim to Fame: The 6-foot-7 senior offensive tackle is about to be a major asset in the 2016 NFL Draft. Did I mention that he’s 6-foot-7?
Christian Hackenberg (Penn State University)
Instagram: chackenberg1
Position: Quarterback
Claim to Fame: Despite the scandals Penn State has gone through in recent years, Hackenberg has never gone back on his commitment to the program. He has remained the starting quarterback since his freshman year and in 2013 won Big 10 Freshman of the Year.
Jordan Westerkamp (University of Nebraska-Lincoln)
Instagram: jwesterkamp1
Position: Wide Receiver
Claim to Fame: As if the mustache didn’t already make you a believer, this Nebraska team captain’s other accomplishments include Academic All-Big Ten (2013, 2014) and Big Ten All-Freshman Team (2013).
Jacob Hillyer (University of Iowa)
Instagram: j_hilli17
Position: Wide Receiver
Claim to Fame: Not just a pretty face, Hillyer is also a philosophy major. So when you’re not looking into his gorgeous eyes or watching him make big plays on the field, he can help you better understand our minds and the universe. Like who doesn’t like a deep conversation?
Cole Fisher (University of Iowa)
Instagram: cole_fisher36
Position: Linebacker
Claim to Fame: Although an Omaha native, Fisher proudly bleeds black and gold. When the senior offensive linebacker isn’t putting in work on the field for the Hawkeyes, he’s busy being Academic All-Big Ten with a major in Civil Engineering.
Tanner McEvoy (University of Wisconsin)
Instagram: tmcevoy3
Position: Wide Receiver/Safety
Claim to Fame: This versatile player has played a number of positions such as quarterback, wide receiver and safety. In high school, he even helped to train seeing-eye dogs with Guiding Eyes of New York.
Jack Cichy (University of Wisconsin)
Instagram: jackcichy
Position: Linebacker
Claim to Fame: Not only is his Twitter game strong, but this walk-on linebacker plays with passion that has only been a blessing to the Badger defense.
Zander Diamont (Indiana University)
Instagram: zanderdiamont
Position: Quarterback
Claim to Fame: Although the son of a Bold and the Beautiful star, Diamont opted for the drama of college football over the drama of a soap opera. This year, Diamont scored a 79-yard touchdown against Ohio State--something not commonly heard of.
Chayce Crouch (University of Illinois-Urbana Champaign)
Instagram: chayce07
Position: Quarterback
Claim to Fame: This redshirt freshman and finance major began playing for the Fighting Illini in 2014. Prior to his time in Illinois, he was ranked No. 23 high school quarterback by Rivals. I don’t think I’ve ever seen the colors blue and orange look better before, have you?
Anthony Mahoungou (Purdue University)
Instagram: am4_life
Position: Wide Receiver
Claim to Fame: He was born in Paris. He is French. Need I say more?
Austin Appleby (Purdue University)
Instagram: aappleby12
Position: Quarterback
Claim to Fame: Appleby has been the starting quarterback for the Boilermakers since 2014. In high school, he also excelled in basketball and baseball, in addition to football.
Austin Carr (Northwestern University)
Instagram: ayeseeme
Position: Quarterback
Claim to Fame: When he’s not on the field, Carr’s hobbies include playing the piano, acting and singing. Okay, so let me get this straight. He’s talented in the arts and plays a sport for a team that has the Wildcats as a mascot? Are we entirely sure he’s not Troy Bolton from High School Musical?
Levern Jacobs & Taivon Jacobs (University of Maryland)
Instagram: terps8 and terps_12
Position: Both Wide Receivers
Claim to Fame: Talk about a two-for-one. The Jacobs brothers have been taking Terrapin nation by storm since the younger Taivon joined the team in 2013.
Chris Laviano (Rutgers University)
Instagram: laviano_5
Position: Quarterback
Claim to Fame: Although his time as starting quarterback this year has been tumultuous, Laviano still has the heart of every girl in America. Don’t worry Chris, I’m still a believer.
Andre Patton (Rutgers University)
Instagram: drepatt88
Position: Wide Receiver
Claim to Fame: His Twitter is honestly the funniest and most inspirational thing I’ve ever read.
Drew Wolitarsky (University of Minnesota)
Instagram: waldosworld21
Position: Wide Receiver
Claim to Fame: You won’t even see Minnesota football anywhere on this Gopher wide receiver’s Instagram bio. Instead, you’ll find an inspirational quote and a link to his blog. If anyone has perfected the balance of beauty and brains, it’s Dan Wolitarsky. #bless.
Connor Cook (Michigan State University)
Instagram: c_cook18
Position: Quarterback
Claim to Fame: Rose Bowl. Cotton Bowl. Enough said.
Jon Reschke (Michigan State University)
Instagram: jreschke33
Position: Linebacker
Claim to Fame: Recently named Big Ten co-defensive player of the week, Reschke is not only a pretty face, but a force to be reckoned with on the field.
Damion Terry (Michigan State University)
Instagram: damionterry6
Position: Quarterback
Claim to Fame: With Connor Cook’s absence during the recent Ohio State game, Terry and other quarterback Tyler O’Connor stepped up to clutch a win at The Shoe. Only a sophomore, it’s exciting to see what more Terry can achieve for Spartan nation.
Aaron Burbridge (Michigan State University)
Instagram: aburb16
Position: Wide Receiver
Claim to Fame: Spin moves, clutch catches and a speed that will make any defensive lineman weak, Aaron Burbridge is skilled in the art of scoring and winning.
