2026 College Football Power Rankings: Which Underdog Teams Are Poised to Shake Up the Season?

2026 College Football Power Rankings: Which Underdog Teams Are Poised to Shake Up the Season?

12. LSU

LSU has a new head coach and tons of new weapons. After suffering through the Brian Kelly era, Lane Kiffin shows up to revitalize LSU. Sam Leavitt shows up behind a solid offensive line. He is joined by Tre Wilson II and Jayce Brown, along with Trey’Dez Green as weapons for Leavitt. There has been a ton of turnover with the roster, especially with the defensive end. If the defensive transfer hit, this team could win the SEC. If not, they could be fighting to stay in the Top 25.

13.  Michigan

Michigan offensive coordinator Jason Beck, left, head coach Kyle Whittingham, center, and quarterback Bryce Underwood run across the field during the spring game at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor on Saturday, April 18, 2026.
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Gone is Sherrone Moore and in is Kyle Whittingham. The team has a ton of solid offensive options, outside of a stellar offensive line. Bryce Underwood is back, and he should make a massive jump this year in his sophomore season. Meanwhile, with the backfield of Jordan Marshall and freshman Savion Hiter, the team should be dominant on the ground under Whittingham. Still, the schedule is brutal. They have Oklahoma, Indiana, Oregon and Ohio State on the schedule, which could easily lead to an 8-4 year and missing out on the playoffs.

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