The 2024 college football season is already shaping up to be an interesting one, as the Associated Press released its first top 25 poll with the Georgia Bulldogs at the top spot. The Bulldogs wrapped up the 2023 season with a 13-1 record, missing out on the College Football Playoff. Heisman Trophy hopeful Carson Beck returns at quarterback, and the team welcomes running back Trevor Etienne after he transferred from Florida. Smael Mondon Jr. and Malaki Starks lead the defense for the Bulldogs.
Following closely behind Georgia in the rankings is the Ohio State Buckeyes, who finished the previous season with an 11-2 record but missed out on the Playoff. The team landed big-time transfers in quarterback Will Howard and center Seth McLaughlin, while TreVeyon Henderson and Emeka Egbuka return to the offense. Alabama starts the season at No. 5 after an offseason of change, with Nick Saban retiring and Kalen DeBoer taking over as head coach. Jalen Milroe will be back at quarterback after a strong performance in the previous season.
The defending national champion Michigan Wolverines will be facing their own season of change, as head coach Jim Harbaugh has left for the NFL’s Los Angeles Chargers. Michigan will have Alex Orji at quarterback and Donovan Edwards leading the running game. The rest of the top 25 rankings include Oregon, Texas, Ole Miss, Notre Dame, Penn State, and others. The rankings were compiled by RJ Young and include teams like Florida State, Missouri, Utah, LSU, Clemson, and Tennessee.
As the new season gets underway, fans will be eagerly watching to see how these top teams perform on the field. With several key players returning and new coaches at the helm, there is sure to be plenty of excitement and surprises throughout the 2024 college football season. Georgia, Ohio State, and Alabama are among the favorites to contend for a spot in the College Football Playoff, but nothing is certain in the world of college football. It will be interesting to see how the rankings evolve as the season progresses and teams battle it out on the gridiron.
With top talent returning and new additions to the roster, teams like Georgia, Ohio State, and Alabama are poised to have successful seasons and make a run at the College Football Playoff. Other teams in the top 25 will also be looking to make a statement and prove that they belong among the elite in college football. The 2024 season is shaping up to be an exciting one, with plenty of storylines to follow and thrilling matchups to look forward to. Fans can expect a competitive and entertaining season as these top teams battle it out on the field for a shot at a national championship title.
