Author reflects on missed NCAAF predictions ahead of 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 1, 2026, 11:23 PM
Last updated Oct 1, 2026

On October 1, an author revisits 26 preseason predictions for the 2026 NCAAF season., the author stated that the San Francisco Giants would finish second in the NL West and make the postseason, a prediction proven wrong as they missed the playoffs by 23 games. The article discusses several predictions, highlighting their inaccuracies and acknowledging the challenges faced by the Giants throughout the season. Insights from previous analysis are also provided as the author anticipates feedback from readers.
- •Author assesses preseason NCAAF predictions for 2026 on October 1
- •Giants predicted to finish second, missed playoffs by 23 games
- •Predictions include optimism that did not align with realities
- •The article serves as a humorous self-critique of analysis
- •Reader engagement encouraged through comments on predictions
- 11:23 PMYahoo Sports — Revisiting my preseason predictions
"Alternate headline: Why the hell do you ever listen to me?
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