9 college football predictions for 2026 season, including national champion and Heisman winner

The 2026 college football season is on the horizon, prompting bold predictions for the upcoming year. Oregon's quarterback, Dante Moore, is set to dominate the season, potentially winning the Heisman Trophy and becoming the top pick in the 2027 NFL Draft. Moore's performance will be bolstered by the arrival of Evan Stewart, a talented receiver who missed the previous season due to injury.

However, Bill Belichick's time at North Carolina may be short-lived, as he could walk away amid controversy and have his son, Steve Belichick, appointed as head coach. Notre Dame's season is expected to be a tossup, either failing to qualify for the playoffs or making a run to the championship based on their chip on their shoulder.

LSU's Lane Kiffin faces significant challenges, as LSU's roster struggles to immediately translate success on paper. Ole Miss, on the other hand, will revel in the schadenfreude of Kiffin's departure. USC, struggling to adapt to life in the Big Ten, will face significant hits to their offense with the departure of key players Makai Lemon and Ja'Kobi Lane.

Arch Manning's future is uncertain, with many questions remaining about his abilities, despite his solid performance and NFL draft potential. Finally, Dabo Swinney's era at Clemson may be coming to an end, as the school must decide whether to continue struggling in the ACC or pursue a new path to success.