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College Football Chaos: Preseason Favorites Fall, Miami Rises

12/18/2025

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The season produced unpredictability as none of the top preseason teams reached the College Football Playoff.
Coaches surveyed favored Georgia (50%) and Ohio State (42%) as potential champions, while Ole Miss (29%) was identified as the biggest fraud.
Alabama's three losses drew concern, with some coaches arguing they should not compete for a title.
Miami emerged as a sleeper pick, citing its talented roster and standout player Malachi Toney.

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Story summary

The season produced unpredictability as none of the top preseason teams reached the College Football Playoff.
Coaches surveyed favored Georgia (50%) and Ohio State (42%) as potential champions, while Ole Miss (29%) was identified as the biggest fraud.
Alabama's three losses drew concern, with some coaches arguing they should not compete for a title.
Miami emerged as a sleeper pick, citing its talented roster and standout player Malachi Toney.