Way too early Top 25 rankings for the 2025 college football season
Briefly

In the shifting landscape of college football, the focus turns to roster management and talent retention. Penn State emerges as the early frontrunner for the 2025 season, boasting returning stars like QB Drew Allar and elite rushers Singleton and Allen. Despite questions about Coach James Franklin's track record against elite competition, the strong roster provides hope. Meanwhile, Texas has its own challenges, needing to replace key players amid the start of the Manning era, signaling a critical season ahead for both programs as they aim for championship contention.
Franklin's inability to beat elite foes is well-documented, but he'll really have no excuses in 2025.
Despite significant roster challenges, Texas must replace several key players while aiming for perennial success as the Manning era begins in Austin.
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