In a thrilling announcement, the Associated Press unveiled its 2024 All-America Team on Monday, showcasing standout performances from across college football.

The headline of the day was undoubtedly Travis Hunter from Colorado, who made history by securing first-team accolades at both cornerback and all-purpose positions, while also landing a second-team spot as a wide receiver. This remarkable achievement marks Hunter’s second consecutive year being named a first-team selection, joining Notre Dame’s Xavier Watts as the only other player to achieve this feat.

One of the most riveting aspects of the 2024 selections was the unanimous pick for Boise State's running back, Ashton Jeanty, who dazzled fans with a record-breaking season with an astonishing 2,497 rushing yards and a jaw-dropping 29 touchdowns. His performance not only solidified his place in the pantheon of greats but also made him a clear choice for the top running back honor.

On the quarterback front, Heisman finalist Cam Ward from Miami and Dillon Gabriel from Oregon were among those honored for their exceptional play. Additionally, Colorado's Shedeur Sanders was recognized as a strong second-team choice, showcasing the depth of talent in this year's All-America selections.

The Southeastern Conference (SEC) led the way with six first-team selections, proving its dominance in college football. The Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) and Big Ten followed closely behind with five selections each, while the Big 12 secured four spots. Surprisingly, the Mid-American Conference (MAC) impressed many by placing three players on the first team, highlighting the growing competitiveness in college football.

2024 AP All-America Teams Breakdown:

First Team Offense:

- QB: Cam Ward, senior, Miami

- RB: Ashton Jeanty, junior, Boise State

- RB: Cam Skattebo, senior, Arizona State

- OT: Kelvin Banks, junior, Texas

- OT: Will Campbell, junior, LSU

- OG: Addison West, senior, Western Michigan

- OG: Willie Lampkin, senior, North Carolina

- C: Jake Slaughter, junior, Florida

- TE: Harold Fannin, junior, Bowling Green

- WR: Nick Nash, senior, San Jose State

- WR: Tetairoa McMillan, junior, Arizona

- WR: Xavier Restrepo, senior, Miami

- AP: Travis Hunter, junior, Colorado

- K: Kenneth Almendares, senior, Louisiana

First Team Defense:

- EDGE: Abdul Carter, junior, Penn State

- EDGE: Donovan Ezeiruaku, senior, Boston College

- DT: Mason Graham, junior, Michigan

- DT: Walter Nolen, junior, Ole Miss

- LB: Jay Higgins, senior, Iowa

- LB: Shaun Dolac, graduate, Buffalo

- LB: Carson Schwesinger, junior, UCLA

- CB: Jahdae Barron, senior, Texas

- CB: Travis Hunter, junior, Colorado

- S: Xavier Watts, graduate, Notre Dame

- S: Caleb Downs, sophomore, Ohio State

- DB: Nick Emmanwori, junior, South Carolina

- P: Alex Mastromanno, senior, Florida State

Second Team Offense:

- QB: Shedeur Sanders, senior, Colorado

- RB: Omarion Hampton, junior, North Carolina

- RB: Kaleb Johnson, junior, Iowa

- OT: Spencer Fano, sophomore, Utah

- OT: Wyatt Milum, senior, West Virginia

- OG: Tyler Booker, junior, Alabama

- OG: Donovan Jackson, senior, Ohio State

- C: Seth McLaughlin, senior, Ohio State

- TE: Tyler Warren, senior, Penn State

- WR: Travis Hunter, junior, Colorado

- WR: Tre Harris, senior, Ole Miss

- WR: Jeremiah Smith, freshman, Ohio State

- AP: Desmond Reid, junior, Pittsburgh

- K: Dominic Zvada, junior, Michigan

Second Team Defense:

- EDGE: Kyle Kennard, senior, South Carolina

- EDGE: Mike Green, sophomore, Marshall

- DT: Derrick Harmon, junior, Oregon

- DT: Alfred Collins, senior, Texas

- LB: Anthony Hill, sophomore, Texas

- LB: Danny Stutsman, senior, Oklahoma

- LB: Kyle Louis, sophomore, Pittsburgh

- CB: Nohl Williams, senior, California

- CB: Jermod McCoy, sophomore, Tennessee

- S: Malaki Starks, junior, Georgia

- S: Malachi Moore, graduate, Alabama

- DB: Michael Taaffe, junior, Texas

- P: Brett Thorson, junior, Georgia

This year's selections are a testament to the incredible talent and hard work displayed throughout the season. With so many standout performances, college football continues to captivate fans and analysts alike as teams gear up for the upcoming bowl games and championship opportunities. Stay tuned for more updates as the season progresses!