Evaluating freshmen quarterbacks is an inexact science. No situations are the same and supporting cast, scheme and maturity all factor heavily into how quickly young passers adjust. There are always growing pains along the way, but through the first half of the season, these 10 freshmen (including redshirts) have exceeded expectations.

Let's take a look at the list which includes four freshmen QB's leading top-25 programs.

1. CJ Carr , Notre Dame Fighting Irish

Carr is one of college football's most poised quarterbacks regardless of class. The redshirt freshman wasn't the reason Notre Dame lost to Miami or Texas A &M-in fact, he kept the Irish in contention. Carr ranks seventh nationally in QBR (86.3) because of his decision-making and accuracy. He's lost just 25 yards on negative p

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