In modern football, safeties have evolved into multi-disciplined generalists that play high, in the box, or in coverage.
Few football experts would choose to build a team starting at the safety position, but good safeties are nevertheless important parts for any complete defense at the college or professional level.
Whether you’re a college football diehard or an NFL fan preparing for the draft, here are the top-graded safeties of the 2024 college football season, according to PFF. All listed players have logged a qualifying number of snaps.
Best Safeties In College Football
| Player | Team | 2025 Draft Eligible? | 2025 Draft Projection |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lathan Ransom | Ohio State | Yes | Day 3 |
| Bray Hubbard | Alabama | No (2027) | N/A |
| J.J. Roberts | Marshall | Yes | UDFA |
| Craig Woodson | Cal | Yes | UDFA |
| Rayuan Lane III | Navy | Yes | UDFA |
| Gabe Taylor | Rice | Yes | UDFA |
| Tyree Skipper | Louisiana | Yes | UDFA |
| Jahron Manning | Old Dominion | No (2026) | N/A |
| Michael Taafee | Texas | No (2026) | N/A |
| Antwan Peek Jr. | Cincinnati | No (2026) | N/A |
| Caleb Downs | Ohio State | No (2027) | N/A |
| Terry Moore | Duke | No (2026) | N/A |
| Koi Perich | Minnesota | No (2028) | N/A |
| Malachi Moore | Alabama | Yes | First Round |
| Yam Banks | Ole Miss | Yes | UDFA |
| Robert Spears-Jennings | Oklahoma | No (2026) | N/A |
| Bud Clark | TCU | No (2026) | N/A |
| Trey Washington | Ole Miss | Yes | UDFA |
| Emmanuel McNeil-Warren | Toledo | No (2026) | N/A |
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