Texas and Penn State Headline 2025 College Football Power Rankings

As the 2025 college football season approaches, the Texas Longhorns and Penn State Nittany Lions have emerged as the top two teams in the preseason power rankings. According to the analysis, the Longhorns, led by highly touted quarterback Arch Manning, are a 2-point favorite over the Nittany Lions on a neutral field.

The Longhorns face a significant challenge right out of the gate, as they are set to take on Ohio State on August 30th. Despite losing 14 starters from last year's playoff team, Texas is still seen as having one of the best rosters in the country. The author believes there is value in betting on the Longhorns as underdogs in that matchup.

As for Penn State, the Nittany Lions boast an experienced roster, including a veteran quarterback, and are expected to have one of the easier schedules among title contenders. The author disagrees with the market and makes Penn State the favorite to win the Big Ten over Ohio State. The Nittany Lions are also listed as a +750 pick to win the national championship.

The analysis also covers several other top teams, including Georgia, LSU, Clemson, and Alabama, and provides insights on their strengths, weaknesses, and potential betting opportunities. The author believes one of the 12 teams in the top three tiers will ultimately emerge as the national champion this season.