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Which team could be the next SMU? College football teams poised to rise in 2025
Our college football reporters give their thoughts on teams that could leap up in the season ahead.
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STANFORD'S NEW BOSS
It wasn't his behavior, but this Stanford program belongs to Andrew Luck
Right now, all of Stanford's trust is in Luck. It's his program now, and that means Troy Taylor is his coach.
REMEMBER THESE NAMES
Scouting ESPN 300 recruits and how they'll fit in 2025: Rating receivers
The 10 top 2025 recruits at each position have their new homes. Here's how their games will work.
BREAKOUT CANDIDATES
Way-Too-Early Top 25: Next season's breakout player for every team
A look at the players who can might make a critical difference for their teams in 2025.
BRINGING MADNESS TO THE GRIDIRON
Crowning a champion in our 64-team college football bracket
From the Sweet 16 to the Final Four, we determine who is left standing at the end of our football version of March Madness.
LOOKING AHEAD
Spring obstacles to clear for 12 playoff contenders
Some of the biggest brands in college football have major hurdles ahead of the 2025 season.
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NCAAM
What is NIL in college sports? How do athlete deals work?
The NCAA now allows college athletes to profit off their name, image and likeness, otherwise known as NIL. Learn more about how it works now.
Top Headlines
- Former U-M coach pleads not guilty in cyber case
- Day says Ohio State to visit White House April 14
- UFL coach Barlow hired to coach Tennessee State
- Elko, Aggies snag commitment from 4-star Hatton
- UGA suspends WR Tuggle, OL Easley indefinitely
- Departing Buckeyes expect Sayin to be next QB1
- Cal GM Rivera excited to 'come home, give back'
- Reports: Stanford coach bullied athletics staff
- Schools that could break CFP brackets
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