Ranking all 136 FBS teams in tiers

From Tier 1 to Tier 20, David Hale ranks all 136 college football program into tiers ahead of the 2025 season.

2025 SEC football preview: Power Rankings, top players, must-see games

Our college football experts breakdown preseason SEC Power Rankings, plus games and players to watch this fall.

2026 NFL draft prospects under pressure this CFB season

Which players' draft stocks have the most riding on the 2025 college football season? We picked out 10, including three quarterbacks.

In Review: "The 40 most important players in college football in 2025"

SEC Now's Peter Burns and Chris Doering provide their thoughts on ESPN writer Bill Connelly's controversial list, naming some players they think should've made the cut.

The 40 most important players in college football in 2025

From QBs on surefire CFP contenders to potential stars looking to break through, these players will shape the 2025 season.

Stinch's Tiers: Which SEC teams are hopeful for a turnaround?

SEC Now's Matt Stinchcomb explains why Auburn, Oklahoma and Florida all have a chance to level up this season, but it comes down to the QB room for each team.

College football impatience index: The clock is ticking on these teams in 2025

CFP aspirations. Major investments. Too many losses. Fans are never patient, but these teams' might have a right.

CFP 2025: 32 teams can make the College Football Playoff

Using ESPN Analytics, Heather Dinich breaks down the 32 teams that can make the playoff.

College football schedule superlatives for 2025 season

We break down which teams face the biggest challenges and which have the easiest roads ahead.

Breaking down the top defensive linemen in the SEC

The SEC Now crew analyzes how the top returning defensive ends and tackles will wreak havoc through the conference along with potential obstacles they could face.

2025 SEC college football projections, preview

The SEC never lacks for talent or storylines -- and there's no reason to think 2025 will be any different.

Ryan McGee's college football Mascot Power Rankings

From giant red blobs and 1,700-pound steer to coonskin caps and bears riding Harleys, these are the sport's top merrymakers.

Swing games for every Top 25 college football team for 2025

We look at the key game that could determine whether each team's season is a success or a dud.

Keith Dunnavant highlights the origin and rise of the Wishbone

As the SEC Storied: Wishbone premieres on the SEC Network, executive producer Dunnavant joins The Paul Finebaum Show to highlight how the offensive scheme transformed college football.

Keith Dunnavant highlights the origin and rise of the Wishbone

As the SEC Storied: Wishbone premieres on the SEC Network, executive producer Dunnavant joins The Paul Finebaum Show to highlight how the offensive scheme transformed college football.

Can John Mateer be the quarterback Oklahoma needs?

Dusty Dvoracek is excited about John Mateer's potential at Oklahoma this season.

2026 NFL draft top pick predictions: Early chances at No. 1

Which quarterback could go first overall? What about edge rusher T.J. Parker or another non-QB? Let's project the race.

Day 3 Recap: From 'Crispy' to John Cena's biggest fan

Check out SEC players and coaches letting their guards down as Day 3 of the conference's Football Media Days in Atlanta wraps up.

Brent Venables says Sooners are ready to take the next step

Venables joins The Paul Finebaum Show to discuss Oklahoma's upcoming season with a brand-new offense led by quarterback John Mateer and offensive coordinator Ben Arbuckle.

Analyzing the retooled Oklahoma offense captained by John Mateer

The SEC Now crew breaks down how the Sooners are plugging in a lot of new pieces into the offense led by new offensive coordinator Ben Arbuckle.

John Mateer excited to get on the field with his Sooner teammates

Mateer explains what he brings to the table as Oklahoma's new QB and stresses building relationships with his teammates going into the season.

John Mateer says he make Oklahoma offense more dynamic

Mateer, transfer quarterback from Washington State, joins SEC Now and explains how his dual-threat ability along with some additions to the offense will be huge in Norman, OK.

Why Acho would dread facing John Mateer as a defender

Greg McElroy and Sam Acho analyze what kind of impact John Mateer can have on Oklahoma.

R Mason Thomas says OU has built a tough defense in the offseason

Thomas takes time at SEC Football Media Days with SEC Network's Alyssa Lang to discuss the Sooners' offseason focuses along with transfer QB John Mateer.

X factors for every college football Top 25 team in 2025

Every team has a key player, position group or situation that could swing its season. We break them all down.

Why John Mateer could have biggest impact of new SEC QBs

Greg McElroy details why Oklahoma's John Mateer may be the most impactful quarterback transfer this offseason.

Auburn's Jackson Arnold eyes fresh start after 'rock bottom' at Oklahoma

Jackson Arnold says he is ready for a fresh start at Auburn after hitting "rock bottom" last season at Oklahoma.

What should we know about the SEC QBs?

With only six returning starters at quarterback for the conference, the SEC Now crew evaluates which field generals will stand out in the season.

'SportsCenter: 50 States in 50 Days' -- Week 3 quiz

Did someone say sports trivia? As "SportsCenter" continues its summer road trip, we're back for our third "state check."

The anticipated archvillains for every top 25 college football team

These are the players, coaches, teams and concepts that every squad in our Way-Too-Early Top 25 will be looking out for in 2025.

Commissioner Yormark: Big 12 'striving for' multiple teams in CFP

Big 12 commissioner Brett Yormark says the conference is "striving" to get multiple teams into the College Football Playoff as it heads into the 2025 season.

Area of concern for Top 25 college football teams in 2025

Nobody's perfect, not even the best teams in college football. Here are their potential weak spots.

Oklahoma AD Joe Castiglione to retire from full-time role

Oklahoma athletic director Joe Castiglione will retire from his full-time role during the upcoming school year.

EA details CFB 26 mode changes, releases team ratings

See which squad takes the No. 1 overall rating in College Football 26.

'SportsCenter: 50 States in 50 Days' -- Week 2 quiz

You say you're a fan, but how well do you know your state sports trivia? Cue our second "state check" of the summer.

Sleeper players for college football's top 25 teams in 2025

These players could play a bigger role than expected for the 2025 season.

College football 2026 recruiting: June winners, big questions and what's next

A wild month of visits and commitments is over. Here is what's happening and what it means.

ESPN 300 2026 rankings: How the QBs moved after Elite 11

Following the summer camp circuit, the newest rankings have some big changes for the class's signal-callers.

Jaden O'Neal gives Florida State highest-rated QB since 2022 class

Four-star quarterback Jaden O'Neal, ranked No. 112 in the 2026 ESPN 300, announced his commitment to Florida State on Sunday night, sealing a long-anticipated flip for the former Oklahoma pledge.

Oklahoma fills need with commitment of 4-star QB Bowe Bentley

Four-star quarterback Bowe Bentley, No. 261 in the 2026 ESPN 300, announced his commitment to Oklahoma over LSU on Friday.

2026 NFL draft: Ranking top five prospects at every position

Matt Miller and Jordan Reid stack their early top-fives at every position and break down the players they'll be watching during the 2025 season.

College football recruiting intel: Elite 11 Finals and June's final official visit weekend

What we're hearing about one of the most important weekends on the recruiting calendar.

College football's 10 most unbreakable records

A look at the marks that have stood the test of time -- and most likely always will.

2026 NFL draft sleepers: Scouts pick under-the-radar players

We asked NFL evaluators to pick out prospects in next year's draft class who aren't being talked about enough right now. Here are 10 names to know.

College Football Future Power Rankings through 2026

Coaches, current roster, recruits: Who has the best overall team over the next two seasons?

College football's top 25 plays since 2000

Ahead of the 2025 season, our writers voted on the most significant and wildest plays of the past 25 years.

2026 NFL draft quarterback class: Top prospects to know

Will Cade Klubnik, LaNorris Sellers or Drew Allar be QB1 in next year's draft? And who are the other names to know in the class?

2025 College Football Power Index: Best matchups, title odds

Does the SEC remain on top? Will Boise State revisit the CFP? Here's what stands out from ESPN's latest data.

College football recruiting: Previewing June visits, commits and flips

With top prospects visiting throughout June, there'll be a lot of action on the trail.

SEC increases fines to $500K for rushing field, court

The SEC is ratcheting up penalties on schools whose fans storm the field or rush the court, doing away with an escalating fine system and now charging $500,000 per incident.