ESPN’s Latest College Football Top 25 Drops—Which Surprising Team Crashed the Rankings?
Is it just me, or does college football feel like it’s already kicking off even though the 2025 season is months away? Honestly, I can’t help but wonder—are we as hyped for the top squads as we are for those eye-catching halftime cheer routines? Speaking of which, before we dive into the gridiron grind, take a moment to appreciate the flair and fire of the nation’s best college cheerleading squads. Now, pivoting to the real heat, Ohio State’s reigning champs aren’t just resting on their laurels. With Ryan Day’s crew buzzing after a dominant CFP run, and ESPN giving the Buckeyes a thumbs-up at No. 1, this team’s got everyone buzzing. Texas follows close behind, banking on Arch Manning to fire up the Longhorns. But hey, while the rankings give us a neat snapshot, the real drama will explode once the games start. So, who’s really overrated? Which underdogs might shake things up? Stay tuned… it’s gonna be one wild ride. LEARN MORE
The 2025 college football season is still several months away, but it’s never too early to talk about the top teams in the nation.
Ohio State will enter the fall with a ton of confidence, and rightfully so. Ryan Day’s squad had an incredible run in the College Football Playoff, defeating Tennessee, Oregon, Texas and Notre Dame en route to winning its first national title since the 2014 season.
Of course, it helps that Ohio State has a lot of firepower remaining on its roster. NFL scouts will be keeping a close eye on defensive back Caleb Downs and wide receiver Jeremiah Smith.
Although the season won’t begin until August, ESPN has already ranked the top 25 teams in college football. Not only is the Worldwide Leader In Sports extremely high on Ohio State, it seems to favor Texas as well.
Texas is currently the No. 2 team in ESPN’s rankings. As long as Arch Manning plays up to his potential, Steve Sarkisian’s squad should have success.
The top five in ESPN’s early rankings includes Penn State, Notre Dame and Georgia. All three programs made the CFP last season.
Here’s the top 25, via ESPN:
- Ohio State
- Texas
- Penn State
- Notre Dame
- Georgia
- Oregon
- Clemson
- LSU
- BYU
- South Carolina
- Iowa State
- Alabama
- Illinois
- Arizona State
- SMU
- Kansas State
- Indiana
- Florida
- Tennessee
- Louisville
- Michigan
- Texas A&M
- Miami
- Boise State
- Ole Miss
It’s a bit strange seeing Alabama outside of the top 10, but Kalen DeBoer has to prove he can win in the SEC.
As for teams that might be a bit undervalued at the moment, it seems like Florida and Michigan could be top-15 teams if they receive strong quarterback play from DJ Lagway and Bryce Underwood, respectively,
Fans should also keep an eye on LSU and South Carolina. Both teams have legitimate star power at quarterback.
By the time conference play begins this fall, ESPN’s rankings will look drastically different. You can take that to the bank.
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