College Football Preseason Top 25: Our 2026 Rankings

The 2026 college football season is almost here, and Athlon Sports is breaking down its preseason Top 25 rankings. Stephen Larsen and Kyle Wood reveal their rankings from No. 25 all the way to No. 1, including Iowa , Boise State , Tennessee , Penn State , Alabama , Michigan , USC, Texas Tech , Ole Miss, LSU , Oregon , Miami and more.The top of the rankings features seven teams viewed as clear national championship contenders, with Ohio State taking the No. 1 spot ahead of Georgia, Texas, Notre Dame and defending national champion Indiana. The duo also breaks down some of the biggest questions surrounding college football's top teams, including Arch Manning and Texas, Bryce Underwood and Michigan, Ohio State's difficult schedule, Georgia's passing game and Indiana's chances of repeating as national champions.The video also highlights potential College Football Playoff dark horses, including Penn State, Tennessee, BYU , Houston and Washington, while examining the crowded race at the top of the Big Ten, SEC, ACC and Big 12.Who is overrated? Who is underrated? And which team has the best chance to win the 2026 College Football Playoff? Find out in Athlon Sports' complete 2026 preseason Top 25.