NFL Draft Daily Dish: Travis Hunter headlines 6 top draft prospects to watch in FBS Week 8

Week 8 of college football brings some of the most exciting matchups of the season, including a clash between National Championship contenders Texas and Georgia. Adding to the intrigue are key draft battles, particularly one between two likely top-10 picks: Colorado's Travis Hunter and Arizona's Tetairoa McMillan. Today, we spotlight six NFL Draft prospects fans should keep their eyes on.

Six NFL Draft prospects to watch

Travis Hunter, CB, Colorado
The most intriguing player this weekend is Colorado cornerback Travis Hunter. Known for his versatility, Hunter consistently makes plays on both offense and defense. This week, he'll face Arizona's Tetairoa McMillan, the top wide receiver in the 2025 NFL Draft. Last year, McMillan caught four of six targets, including a touchdown, against Hunter. NFL scouts will be closely watching how Hunter responds after last week's shoulder injury.

Tetairoa McMillan, WR, Arizona
Arizona wide receiver Tetairoa McMillan is another top prospect to watch, considered the best receiver in the 2025 NFL Draft and a potential top-10 pick. Standing at 6-foot-4 with elite athleticism, McMillan averages 7.3 yards after the catch. A strong showing against Travis Hunter could solidify his position in the top three picks come April.

Carson Beck, QB, Georgia vs. Texas
While the Hunter-McMillan battle is the top draft duel, the Georgia-Texas game in Austin is the weekend's most anticipated showdown. Georgia quarterback Carson Beck, who has seen his production dip this season, will need to play his best to keep the Bulldogs in the National Championship conversation. A return to his 2023 form could secure Beck's status as a first-round pick. If he struggles, teams may start to view him as a second-rounder with limitations when things break down around him.

Cam Skattebo, RB, Arizona State
Arizona State’s Cam Skattebo has been a breakout star, ranking 5th in the nation with 773 rushing yards and leading all rushers with 49 forced missed tackles. At 5-foot-11, 215 pounds, Skattebo combines power, balance, and surprising agility, making him tough to bring down. He faces a Cincinnati defense allowing 158 rushing yards per game, so expect another big day from him.

Kurtis Rourke, QB, Indiana
Indiana's surprising 6-0 record is largely thanks to quarterback Kurtis Rourke. This season, Rourke is completing a career-high 74% of his passes while averaging 292 yards per game with just two interceptions. However, his toughest test comes this week against a Nebraska defense holding opponents to just 13 points per game. Rourke's performance will be key in determining if Indiana remains undefeated.

Will Johnson, CB, Michigan
Michigan's defense, anchored by star cornerback Will Johnson, faces the risk of an upset against Illinois, as the Wolverines are allowing 260 passing yards per game, ranking 102nd nationally. Johnson will need to elevate his game to contain Illinois' passing attack, as Michigan's struggling offense may not be able to keep pace if their defense falters.