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2024 Preseason Poll Reveals Shocking College Football Changes

8/22/2025

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The 2024 AP preseason poll shows only 12 of 25 teams in the final College Football Playoff Rankings, indicating significant attrition.
Florida State and Oklahoma State experienced sharp declines after poor starts last season.
South Carolina's challenging schedule may lead to a drop in rankings; Iowa State is expected to regress from 11 wins.
BYU's performance is uncertain following the loss of star quarterback Jake Retzlaff.
Virginia Tech and North Carolina are undergoing rebuilds with new coaching strategies and player acquisitions.

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Story summary

The 2024 AP preseason poll shows only 12 of 25 teams in the final College Football Playoff Rankings, indicating significant attrition.
Florida State and Oklahoma State experienced sharp declines after poor starts last season.
South Carolina's challenging schedule may lead to a drop in rankings; Iowa State is expected to regress from 11 wins.
BYU's performance is uncertain following the loss of star quarterback Jake Retzlaff.
Virginia Tech and North Carolina are undergoing rebuilds with new coaching strategies and player acquisitions.