College football rankings: Preseason top-25 teams, according to us
College football is right around the corner. And we are doing everything we can to get you ready here at SB Nation. Today, we start our long preview series of the upcoming college football season. The first stop in this series? Our preseason Top 25. Here is a look at the teams we have ranked […]
22. Houston's Conner Weigman returns for his sophomore season, bolstered by the addition of transfer Makhi Hughes, who rushed for nearly 3,000 yards during his time at Tulane. Amare Thomas, who caught 12 passes for Houston last year, re-upped with the team. Six starters on the defensive side of the ball return, including safeties Jordan Allen and Kentrell Webb.
Head coach Willie Fritz remains optimistic about the team's title prospects, stating, "There's no reason why we can't do that at the University of Houston." Notable games include a September 19th trip to Texas Tech and a late-season matchup against the Utes in Utah on October 24th.
21. Iowa experienced a significant roster overhaul, with eight starters departing from both sides of the ball. Head coach Kirk Ferentz bolstered the squad by adding 16 players through the transfer portal, a program-high total. Despite losing key personnel, quarterback Caleb Williams and running back J.J. Gilbert return to guide the Hawkeyes. Other returning players include tight end Parker Riley and linebacker Caleb Castagnera. The team's depth and talent should make them a formidable contender in the Big Ten.
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