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Texas Tops Preseason Rankings Amid Major College Football Changes
8/23/2025
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Story summary
- The college football season kicks off with Texas ranked as the preseason No. 1 team.
- SEC athletic directors approved a nine-game conference schedule beginning in 2026-27 to enhance strength of schedule.
- NIL regulations have significantly changed the involvement of car dealers in college football recruitment.
