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Texas ranks No. 1 in preseason Coaches Poll
Texas edges out Ohio State and Penn State for the top spot in the 2025 preseason Coaches Poll.
The latest Coaches Poll highlights Texas as the top team facing strong contenders from the Big Ten.
Texas secures No. 1 ranking in preseason Coaches Poll
In the USA Today 2025 preseason college football Coaches Poll, Texas claims the No. 1 spot, edging out two Big Ten powerhouses, Ohio State and Penn State, who take second and third, respectively. Texas earned 28 first-place votes, while Ohio State received 20 and Penn State got 14. This ranking leads to an anticipated matchup on August 30, when Texas visits Ohio State in what could be the highlight of the opening weekend. The poll also sees nine SEC teams featured prominently, including Georgia (4th) and Alabama (8th). Interestingly, last year, only 12 teams from the preseason top 25 finished ranked in the final Coaches Poll, suggesting early rankings can often mislead fan expectations.
Key Takeaways
"Only 12 of the preseason top 25 finished ranked in the postseason Coaches Poll last year."
This statistic raises questions about the reliability of preseason rankings.
"Expectations are high for Texas after their near-miss in the College Football Playoff."
The pressure mounts as Texas holds the No. 1 spot, testing their resilience early on.
The initial Coaches Poll underscores the competitive landscape of college football, showcasing both the SEC's dominance and the resurgence of Big Ten teams. With Texas leading, the anticipation for the upcoming season intensifies, especially given last year's trend of preseason rankings failing to predict postseason success. As teams prepare, observers will be keen to see if Texas can maintain its ranking throughout the season or if it will face similar pitfalls as others in previous years.
Highlights
- Texas aims for glory as the preseason favorite is determined.
- Ohio State looks to reclaim its title against top-ranked Texas.
- The SEC flexes its muscles with multiple teams in the top 25.
- History shows ranked teams can falter despite strong openings.
Potential backlash on Texas' preseason ranking
If Texas fails to perform as expected, it may face criticism from fans and analysts, mirroring past disappointments for top-ranked teams.
As the season approaches, all eyes will be on whether Texas can live up to the expectations placed upon them.
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