The 2026 college football season is upon us, and the rankings are in! Ohio State edges out Texas for the top spot, but the experts are divided on the order of the top six or seven teams. The Buckeyes have an average ballot ranking of 2.0, with a strong roster talent and well-oiled recruiting machine. Texas, Oregon, Notre Dame, and Georgia are also in the top tier, but the wide dispersion of votes leaves room for debate. The reigning national champion Indiana and last year's runner-up Miami are also in the top tier, but the experts are split on their order. Beyond the top tier, a collection of familiar faces, including Texas A&M, Texas Tech, Oklahoma, Alabama, and Ole Miss, return to the rankings. However, some teams have made significant changes, such as LSU, Florida, and Penn State, with new head coaches and transfer portal wins. The Mover's Report highlights the biggest adjustments, with South Carolina, LSU, Florida, Penn State, Clemson, Vanderbilt, Virginia, Tulane, James Madison, and North Texas all making notable moves. The experts weigh in on the top teams, with Tom Fornelli, Chris Hummer, Richard Johnson, and Brad Crawford offering their insights and opinions on the rankings and the upcoming season.
