Four college football teams face challenges despite Coaches Poll rankings
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 7:12 PM
Last updated Aug 4, 2026
As the college football season approaches, the US LBM Coaches Poll names Ohio State at No. 1, but questions surround its chances due to a tough schedule including crucial matchups against Texas, USC, and Michigan. Alabama at No. 11 is also highlighted due to uncertainty at quarterback with Tyler Simpson gone. Iowa, ranked No. 22, faces quarterback challenges and difficult games against Michigan and Ohio State. Clemson, at No. 23, enters the season with a new QB and an inexperienced offensive line, following a disappointing previous season. Each team faces a critical season with the potential for unexpected outcomes.
- •Ohio State has the toughest strength of schedule in the Big Ten.
- •Alabama has to break in a new starting quarterback after losing Ty Simpson.
- •Iowa relies on its rushing attack but lacks a proven quarterback.
- •Clemson's inexperience along the offensive line could impact its success this season.
- 7:12 PMYahoo Sports — 4 teams that won’t live up to Coaches Poll rankings — starting with No. 1 Ohio State
"Too many things are going against these four teams.
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