The 2016 season saw several Pac-12 players break out into larger roles for their respective teams. Here's a look at the 10 names -- listed in alphabetical order by team -- that we expect to further emerge into big-time contributors come 2017.

Brandon Dawkins, QB, Arizona: The question here lies in Dawkins' ability to develop into a proficient passer, because he's certainly got the running part of the game down. Dawkins rushed for more than 100 yards in three games last season, including 183 yards on a staggering 15.2 yards per carry in the finale against Arizona. The explosive, long strides he showcased in that game are enough to whet the appetite for 2017.

N'Keal Harry, WR, Arizona State: As a true freshman, Harry delivered 58 catches for 659 yards, seven touchdowns, and one of the most electrifying scores of the year on a broken play. It's likely that 2016 only showed the tip of the iceberg here: Harry is big-time talent, and the addition of Alabama transfer Blake Barnett at quarterback may give the Sun Devils even more opportunity to utilize him.

Demetris Robertson, WR, California: Robertson was another sensational true freshman at receiver, but he flew under the radar despite 50 catches in 2016 because of Chad Hansen's prolific exploits. With Hansen now gone, Robertson is the Golden Bears' leading receiver. Look for him to post large numbers in his sophomore season.

Jacob Breeland, TE, Oregon: Oregon loses five of its top six receivers from 2016, so expect new names to emerge here. Breeland contributed six catches for 123 yards as a freshman. His 6-foot-5, 240-pound frame should be a good target for quarterback Justin Herbert.

Bryce Love, RB, Stanford: Christian McCaffrey is gone, and that means that a boatload of touches are opening up in the Cardinal offense. Love already offered a preview of what's to come: He eclipsed the century mark on 5.6 yards per carry in both of his starts while McCaffrey was absent in 2016. The speedster looks more than ready for his full-time role.

Jaelan Phillips, DE/OLB, UCLA: There's room for one true freshman on this list. Phillips, an ESPN 300 defender, is one of the top prospects in the country. Because of his sparkling recruiting profile, it's fair to say the 6-foot-5, 240-pound edge-rushing prospect has already broken out. Expect him to immediately help in the solidification of the Bruins' defense.

Deontay Burnett, WR, USC: JuJu Smith-Schuster and Darreus Rogers, the Trojans' top two receivers from 2016, are both gone. That leaves Burnett -- a burner, as his name would indicate -- as the top returner at the position. He already logged 56 catches last year, so there's all-conference potential here moving forward.

Daniel Imatorbhebhe, TE, USC: This 6-foot-4, 240-pound prospect didn't emerge into a viable target of the passing game until October. Once he did, Imatorbhebhe showed big potential as a freshman: He caught 17 passes for 250 yards. With USC losing its top two receivers, the tight end should see more chances in 2017 -- especially since Sam Darnold is so good at spreading the ball around.

Zack Moss, RB, Utah: Joe Williams was transcendent in 2016, especially after he came out of retirement. Moss, though, wasn't bad when Williams was gone. He never cracked the century mark on the ground, but did rush for 90 yards against USC before totaling 4.5 yards per carry on the season. Moss was only a freshman, so expect much more from him as he matures into a featured role alongside Armand Shyne.

Taylor Rapp, DB, Washington: Rapp exploded toward the end of his true freshman season, delivering two interceptions -- including a pick-six -- in the Huskies' Pac-12 title game win. In a secondary full of impressive veteran talent, Rapp held his own as a youngster. Rapp has the potential to be one of the best safeties in the league. Expect him to become a fixture in 2017.