Preseason questions emerge for Top 25 college football teams
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 8:46 AM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
The US LBM preseason Coaches poll highlights key uncertainties for the Top 25 college football programs heading into the season. Teams face crucial questions, such as Ohio State's need for a successful offensive coordinator hire and Oregon's concerns over its offensive line. Georgia's wide receiver depth is tested, while Texas looks for defensive improvements under new coordinator Will Muschamp. As teams finalize rosters, each must address these significant concerns to compete effectively in the upcoming season.
- •Ohio State faces pressure to maximize performance under new offensive coordinator Arthur Smith.
- •Oregon has three new starters on the offensive line, raising concerns about their effectiveness.
- •Georgia must find reliable receivers to support their passing game after losing key players.
- •Texas aims for defensive improvements from new coordinator Will Muschamp as they identify new starters.
- •Notre Dame's running game will rely on Aneyas Williams and potential committee approach with newcomers.
- 8:46 AMYahoo Sports — One lingering question for each Top 25 team in college football preseason poll
"USA TODAY Sports breaks down one big question facing every team in the college football US LBM preseason Coaches poll.
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