CBS Sports released its Preseason Top 25 college football rankings, with Texas Longhorns leading the pack. Following closely are Penn State Nittany Lions and Ohio State Buckeyes, fresh off a national championship win. Other top contenders include Clemson Tigers, Georgia Bulldogs, and Notre Dame Fighting Irish. Several teams, including Alabama, LSU, and Miami, face quarterback battles and high expectations. The rankings reflect anticipation for the upcoming season, acknowledging the uncertainty of player transfers and fall camp performance.

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