Penn State’s 2025 woes erased after preseason AP Poll results
The preseason AP Poll has finally been released, and it features a team that struggled mightily in 2025.
The 2026 college football season is upon us, and Penn State aims to leave last year's struggles behind. Despite failing to capitalize on their first College Football Playoff appearance in 2024, the Nittany Lions are focusing forward. Recently, there has been significant praise for the team in unofficial rankings and preseason expectations.
Today, a highly respected ranking system, the official preseason AP Poll, released its results, and Penn State secured the 18th spot. This ranking is a significant improvement after the challenging season of 2025 and aligns closely with the team's position on the US LBM Coaches Poll earlier this month. The ranking also reflects the Nittany Lions' fortunate schedule, as they do not face the top two teams, Ohio State and Oregon, or any other Big Ten team ranked in the top 10, with Indiana being the next highest.
Although these teams will shift throughout the season, a 18th-place ranking is a promising start for Penn State. It remains to be seen if they can continue their ascent once the season begins next month against Marshall. To stay updated on the Nittany Lions, follow them on X and Facebook.
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