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The Associated Press preseason Top 25 poll omits Clemson for the first time since 2011, yet the Tigers gather 112 votes, while South Carolina’s 4‑8 season leaves them with only 10 votes, heralding a pivotal opening weekend.
Kansas State is unranked in the 2026 AP Top 25, earning only a single vote in the Coaches Poll, as Big 12 peers dominate the early rankings.
The University of Tennessee opens the 2026 campaign with a 20th‑place AP ranking, a stark contrast to last year's unranked finish, as a tough slate of ranked opponents looms.
Ranked ninth in the 2026 preseason AP Top 25, Ole Miss looks to build on last year’s playoff appearance and a promising returning core.
Texas boasts four preseason watch‑list standouts for the 2026 Walter Camp Player of the Year Award, highlighting the Longhorns' deep talent pool ahead of a highly anticipated season opener.
Ohio State and Oregon claim the top spots in the 2024 AP preseason poll, marking a rare Big Ten sweep and setting the stage for a competitive national title race.
Notre Dame climbs to fourth in the 2025 AP preseason media poll, riding a 10‑game winning streak and a challenging slate that includes Miami, BYU and SMU.
Alabama’s football camp entered its tenth session on Monday, Aug. 17, showcasing progress from several players and providing early clues about the 2026 roster.
After a 6‑5 finish in 2025, the Hilltoppers return 24 letterwinners, led by quarterback Andrew Cole and running back Andrew Platz, with coach Brian Landies emphasizing defensive improvement.
Ranked No. 14 in the preseason AP poll, BYU opens the season with a blend of seasoned talent and fresh challenges, aiming to translate early momentum into a deep run.
The Volunteers broke into the Top 25 with a No.20 ranking, sparking optimism despite uncertainty at the quarterback position. How they navigate upcoming challenges will determine their postseason fate.
Ohio State leads the 2026 preseason AP Top 25, but history shows early No.1 spots are no guarantee of a national championship, with the SEC dominating the poll and volatility evident across the rankings.
Ranked eleventh in the AP Top‑25, the Tigers begin Lane Kiffin’s era with a schedule that pits them against five nationally ranked foes, including a rematch with Clemson and back‑to‑back home games against Alabama and Texas.
Indiana University’s football program enters the 2026 season as the nation’s No. 6 team, riding a historic unbeaten streak and a first‑ever College Football Playoff crown.
The Hawkeyes open the 2026 campaign against Northern Illinois before confronting a trio of Top‑25 foes, testing a unit still unsettled at quarterback, along the defensive line and on special teams.
The Hawkeyes are ranked 22nd in the AP preseason poll, face key position questions, and confront a tough early schedule that includes back‑to‑back road games against top‑ten opponents.
A fatal accident on a Texas highway claimed the lives of East Bernard High School’s athletic director Jeremy Jenkins and his wife, teacher Brandy Jenkins, prompting tributes and support from the local school district.
Cristiano Ronaldo has indicated that the upcoming 2026‑27 Saudi Pro League season may be his last, while celebrating a recent marriage and reflecting on a career that spans 25 years and includes five Ballon d’Or awards.
The Tennessee Sports Writers Association released its preseason football rankings, highlighting the leading squads in each classification and outlining the voting methodology.
Springfield College leads the 2026 NEWMAC preseason poll with seven of eight first‑place votes, aiming for its sixth consecutive conference title. Coach Mike Cerasuolo returns a roster bolstered by All‑American Tyler Sordillo and other standouts, while rivals Salve Regina, Merchant Marine and Coast Guard prepare for a competitive season that culminates in a November championship game and automatic NCAA Division III berth.
Northern Arizona University's football program earns a No. 24 ranking in the AFCA FCS Coaches Preseason Top 25, marking its second straight year in the poll as the Big Sky prepares for a competitive 2026 campaign.
Projected preseason AP poll places BYU at No. 14, reflecting recent success, returning star LJ Martin and improved recruiting, while scenarios range from a top‑10 breakout to a safe no‑worse‑than‑16 finish.
After week two of fall camp, Boise State is reshaping its roster, blending returning veterans with emerging sophomores and freshmen to fill the gaps left by departed starters.
An analysis of how burst, route precision and target share shape the fantasy value of wide receivers on teams with deep depth charts.