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"College football season, here at last after our annual interminable wait, brings with it many things we sports fans love so dear. There's the raw energy of 60,000-seat stadiums packed to their brims. On the field, bone-crushing hits and feats of indescribable athleticism. Surrounding it all, a rich tradition of pageantry distilled to perfection in the crisp fall air. \nBut all of that looks so much better with an Earlybird filter. \nSee also: Texas Rules College Football in Fascinating Facebook Data Map\nThat's why we're bringing you this list of 10 excellent Instagram follows from the world of college football. Comprised of the nation's biggest players and programs, this collection of accounts will help you see the game in a new light. Check it out below, then add your own suggestions in the comments. \n1. Oregon Football\n\nBacked by Nike founder Phil Knight, the Ducks are notorious for their ostentatious uniforms and decadent facilities. \n\n2. Braxton Miller\n\nQuarterback Miller runs the show for the national title contending Buckeyes of Ohio State. \n\n3. De'Anthony Thomas\n\nThomas plays for Oregon and is among the most exciting players in college football. On Instagram, you can expect to see plenty of photos of his pet lizard. The lizard's name is Gucci.  \n\n4. South Carolina Football\n\nThe Gamecocks are enjoying a football renaissance under coach Steve Spurrier. Their marketing team is good at providing a behind-the-scenes look at the program. \n\n5. Todd Gurley\n\nGurley proved in his monster first game of 2013 last week that he's a legit Heisman Trophy contender. He shares lots of funny photos of himself and his Georgia teammates. \n\n6. Anthony Barr\n\nUnlike the rest of us, UCLA Bruin Barr is considered one the top NFL prospects at his linebacker position. Like the rest of us, however, he's guilty of posting the occasional foodstagram. \n\n7. Alabama Football\n\nCoach Nick Saban is building a dynasty down in Tuscaloosa. This account peels back the curtain on the most powerful program in college football. \n\n8. Tajh Boyd\n\nClemson's star quarterback keeps things lighthearted on Instagram.\n\n9. Stanford Football\n\nRevenge of the nerds! Stanford has become an unexpected football powerhouse in recent years, and this account gives a look at life on The Farm in Palo Alto. \n\n10. Johnny Manziel\n\nBecause what's college football without Johnny Football? \n\nHomepage image: jmanziel2, Instagram"^^<http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema#string>
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