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US LBM coaches poll highlights overrated and underrated college football teams

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Last updated Aug 4, 2026

US LBM coaches poll highlights overrated and underrated college football teams
Summary

The preseason US LBM Coaches Poll has been released, showcasing top teams like Ohio State, Texas, Oregon, and Notre Dame. Noteworthy inclusions, such as No. 6 Indiana Hoosiers and No. 10 Ole Miss Rebels, are viewed as potentially overrated due to significant changes and past performances. Conversely, No. 13 LSU Tigers and No. 24 Houston Cougars are considered underrated, with strong recruiting and competitive advantages in their respective conferences. The assessments stir debate about which teams are genuinely poised for success or facing challenges heading into the season.

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  • •Ohio State, Texas, Oregon, and Notre Dame lead the poll rankings.
  • •Indiana Hoosiers face skepticism after losing key players from last season.
  • •LSU Tigers gain attention with a strong transfer class and new head coach.
  • •Ole Miss Rebels challenged by new coaching and defensive changes.
  • •Houston Cougars aim for Big 12 success, returning key offensive players.
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  • 9:00 PMYahoo Sports — Who are the most overrated, underrated teams in latest US LBM coaches poll?
What they're saying
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The new US LBM coaches poll is out, but which teams are true contenders and which are just paper tigers?

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