Ohio State and Oregon Top AP Preseason College Football Rankings

POLICY WIRE — City, Country — For the first time in 65 years, the Big Ten Conference claims the top two spots in The Associated Press preseason Top 25 college football rankings, with Ohio State and Oregon securing the number one and two positions, respectively. The Southeastern Conference (SEC) leads all conferences with nine ranked teams.

Ohio State, under the guidance of head coach Ryan Day, returns a wealth of talent, including several key players from last season’s roster. The Buckeyes are poised to make a strong run at the national title, leveraging their robust offensive and defensive lines.

Oregon, led by head coach Mario Cristobal, enters the season with high expectations after a successful previous campaign. The Ducks boast a dynamic offense and a solid defensive unit, making them a formidable contender in the preseason rankings.

The SEC, known for its competitive depth, has nine teams ranked in the preseason Top 25. This includes traditional powerhouses such as Alabama, Clemson, and Georgia, underscoring the conference’s dominance in college football.

Other notable teams in the rankings include Texas, which secured the number three spot, and Oklahoma, ranked fourth. The preseason rankings set the stage for an exciting college football season, with numerous matchups between ranked teams promising high-stakes competition.

Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)