With the 2025 college football season set to kick off, headlines are dominated by previews of upcoming matchups and preseason predictions.
Division I News & Previews
Preseason Hype Surrounds Texas-Ohio State Matchup: The highly anticipated season opener between the defending national champion Texas Longhorns and the preseason No. 1 Ohio State Buckeyes is generating significant buzz. FOX Sports and other outlets are discussing the game, including commentary from Urban Meyer on what to expect.1 (Source: FOX Sports)
Notre Dame Looks to Build on Last Season’s Success: Notre Dame is preparing for its season opener against Miami (FL) after a national championship appearance last year.2 Head coach Marcus Freeman is focused on the new season, with a new starting quarterback in CJ Carr and key transfers on the roster.3 (Source: AP News)
Houston to Open Season Against Stephen F. Austin: The Houston Cougars will start their season at home against Stephen F. Austin.4 This will be an important game for a Houston team that is looking to rebound after a challenging 2024 season. (Source: AP News)
St. Thomas Officially Eligible for Division I Postseason Play: The St. Thomas Tommies, who transitioned from Division III, are now eligible for postseason play in all sports this fall.5 A recent NCAA rule change shortened the transition period, allowing the Tommies to compete for a playoff spot in their fourth season.6 (Source: Star Tribune)
Division II & III News & Previews
Division II Season Kickoff: FloFootball has ranked the top matchups for Week 0 of the Division II football season, which begins this week.7 Key games include Ferris State’s title defense against Pittsburg State and a showdown between Northwest Missouri State and Minnesota State. (Source: FloFootball)
Expectations High for Minnesota’s Division II and III Teams: The Star Tribune reports that Minnesota State Mankato (D-II) and St. John’s and Bethel (D-III) are all entering the 2025 season with high expectations and top preseason rankings.8 (Source: Star Tribune)
Washington & Jefferson College Preseason Preview: The Washington & Jefferson Presidents are preparing for their 2025 season, which will include two nonconference games before starting their PAC matchups.9 The team is looking to build on its success from last season. (Source: Washington & Jefferson College Athletics)
Drake Football Preview: Drake University’s football team is previewing their upcoming game against Upper Iowa, as they aim for a third consecutive Pioneer Football League title. Drake was picked second in the preseason poll. (Source: Drake University Athletics)
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